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House Sitting Preferences
  • 0 - 1 week, 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese, Farm Animals
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  • North Island: Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay, Manawatลซ-Whanganui, Northland, Taranaki, Waikato  
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Respectful, considerate & thoughtful carers

49, Mum

59, 8, Maritime Archeologist

Hello!
We are a family of 3 who are loving exploring this stunning country.
Throughout our lives, we have had many beautiful pets and "furry children" and understand how, like people, every animal has its own unique character. Something we pride ourselves in is providing a high standard of care for both your pets and your home.
We love helping others out and really enjoy making new friends and look forward to meeting you to see if we are the right "fit" for you and your household.

Reviews (12)
We had Melanie, Rick and Sam do an online meet and greet with us before their stay. They understood my concerns around not giving my dog time to meet them prior to the housesit so they made sure they were staying close by so we could all spend time together the weekend before which completely put our minds to rest. While away we had daily communication with heaps of photos. Our Dog Marley was exercised Rain or shine and even taken for outings with them. Our cats were also spoilt. Sam ... MORE
 
LARA (Army Bay North Island, Jun 2023 - 3 weeks)
Sam, Melanie and Rick looked after our house and animals for a period of two weeks. Communication prior to the house sitting was already very good and once we left, we received regular updates and lovely photographs of all our animals. We were very grateful for that, it made our time away a very relaxed holiday. We could tell as we got back home that all animals had been loved and cared for as if they were their own. We very much appreciated that Sam, Melanie and Rick accepted to arrive one ... MORE
 
PAULINE (Raglan North Island, Mar 2024 - 2 weeks 2 nights)
Melanie, Rick and lovely Sam sat for us for a month in Jan 2024 here in Nthld. We had a chance to meet with them prior to the sit. We also wanted them to meet us as the partnership does go both ways and a level of comfort for us was immediate. Rating the level of care from 1 star to 5 is fine but we would still give these three a 10 out of 5. After many hours traveling back to NZ from India with two young children it was so welcoming to arrive home to an immaculately c house, lawns and grounds ... MORE
 
BRYAN (Kerikeri North Island, Jan 2024 - 4 weeks)
Thank you for such a lovely review Bryan. We really enjoyed our time looking after your home and are happy to hear everything went well.
Melanie and her sweet family were outstanding house sitters. We couldn't have asked for better updates, care for the dogs and the house was spotless when my Dad got home. Thank you for all your wonderful care and communication ๐Ÿ’•
 
JESS (Kaitaia North Island, Dec 2023 - 1 week 5 nights)
This lovely family have been a blessing. We had booked them for some dates on the recommendation of friends in the village and ,when a family emergency arose it was no problem for them to step in and help.when a bereavement hit us and arrangements changed they happily adapted. Our pets were cared for for amazingly and our home too.we receive regular updates from our furry friends and nothing is too much trouble. Superb housesitters and friends whom we trust implicitly and would recommend to ... MORE
 
LYNN (Kohukohu North Island, Oct 2023 - 3 weeks)
These folk are the consummate housesitting pros. We left totally confident in their care and attention and returned with our belief in them confirmed. Awesome team.
 
ISOBEL (Kerikeri North Island, Sep 2023 - 4 weeks)
We could not have hoped for better house and pet sitters than Mel, Rick and their gorgeous boy Sam. Communication and care was second to none. I really hope we get the opportunity to have you back again, if you will have us!
 
PHIL (Glen Eden North Island, Jun 2023 - 1 week)
I could not of asked for better sitters than Mel, Rick and Sam. Riley totally loved them especially Sam- having a playmate. I would highly recommend Mel, Rick and Sam they were amazing in every way.
 
SUSAN (Whakatane North Island, Apr 2023 - 2 months)
Thank you so much Sue. We adored our time with Smiley Riley and really miss him! We would love to look after Riley again in the future if needed. ๐Ÿ’•
We were incredibly lucky to have Melanie and her son Sam come and house/pet sit for us for a week. We have many pets and farm dogs to look after and Mel handled it all here very well. We came home to a very tidy home and happy, well-cared for pets who no doubt miss their great care and attention. Melanie was thoughtful with daily updates which really put our mind at ease - she even baked special doggy treats! It's wonderful to know they enjoyed their time and experiences here and we would ... MORE
 
FIONA & BLAIR (Apiti North Island, Jul 2022 - 6 days)
We had Melanie, Rick and Sam come and look after our house and pets during the school holidays. There was great communication from the start and they made sure they got to our place early so that we could get away on time. We received text updates each day, and would tell that our two energetic dogs were being spoilt rotten with attention. We came home to sheets that had been washed and changed on our bed. Fireplace stacked with wood ready to go, and on top that, the fridge had ... MORE
 
STEPHEN (Waipukurau North Island, Jul 2022 - 6 days)
Melanie, Rick and Sam were terrific house sitters. We came home to a beautifully clean and tidy house with sheets and towels all washed and dried and our bed made up and a happy dog.
 
SHIRLEY (Brooklands North Island, Feb 2022 - 6 days)
We were lucky to have Melanie and Samuel stay for the weekend. They were FABULOUS, taking great care of all our 4-legged family members and it was an added treat arriving home to such a tidy house. It's not an easy ask looking after our vast range of animals and Melanie took it all in her stride. If you are looking for the perfect house guests, look no further! We hope to have them back again soon.
 
LOUISE (Pahiatua North Island, Jun 2020 - 3 days)
Thank you for such a lovely review Louise. We had a great time and look forward to being able to help out with your furred and feathered family again in the future!
 
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