Your Castle & Critter Carer

About this sitter

Your Pet & Home Care Partner! 40+ glowing reviews across 4 sitter platforms (more screen shots can be provided – just ask!) I also have background check on another site, included in my photos here.

**PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR INFO I ASK ALL OWNERS TO PROVIDE IN A REPLY MESSAGE PRIOR TO A PHONE CALL - THANKS!**

I am "Your Pet & House Care Partner!" I approach all sits in the spirit of equal partnership, mutual benefit, shared consideration and appreciation. It’s very important to me that sits are a good mutual match so everyone is comfortable and happy!

I value (and provide) clear, timely communication and respect. I've met some wonderful home owners with a similar style, for many years now.

What I'm looking for:
Length: Generally, sit of 2-4 weeks or longer as exchange of services for accommodation sits (sits of less than 10 days are usually paid at $45/average/night depending on my travel time, number of pets, etc. – just ask and we can discuss)

Locations/time of year:
From Jan 2025 to late April, sits in FL, GA and other southeastern locales. May – late July I’d like to be in FL. Currently I’m not booking beyond that.

What I Offer – About Me:
** I owned a home independently for 17 years. I care for yours not as mine, but as YOURS -- as you request and with the extra special care and concern I believe one should give when responsible for other people's pets & property.

** 15+ years house/pet sitting experience and 40+ glowing reviews across 4 sitter platforms (more screen shots can be provided – just ask!)

**Friendly, down to earth, & conscientious, I've been told I put people (and animals) at ease

**I have many repeat pet/housesits over many years, the ultimate compliment

** I love dogs AND cats, and have a good amount of experience with both

** Responsible, professional, service oriented - I run an online resume writing business

My background is in education and customer service supervisory roles (which means I'm collaborative, and/or, will make a quick independent decision/take action, depending on the situation)

I'm not just an animal lover that likes to travel (though I am also those things), I treat this with the same professionalism as my other business clients, with a personal touch.

I work online from home. This means a couple things:

1) I'm home a lot (usually seen as a good thing/bonus).
2) I do need reliable, faster than not internet access (unlimited data strongly preferred).

***QUESTIONS FOR YOU ---- IN YOUR REPLY PLEASE TELL ME (if not already in your ad) *** Once you provide this info I'm happy to go to the next step, thanks!***

RE: YOUR PETS
1) What are their habits, feeding schedules, and are these times are set/firm, or flexible? *Please be specific* vs. general ("EX: 6-7am" vs. just "in the morning")

2) Where do they sleep overnight? (and if they are adaptable to a change in their norm, or not?)

3) How often they need to go out for potty breaks? Do you have a fenced yard? Are there pet doors?

4) If you have dogs to be walked, tell me about how they are on leash (Do they pull? Dog/people friendly on walks? Etc.)

RE: YOU & THE HOME
5) What time you'll leave the home and return from your trip. Are the dates listed in the ad firm or approximate?

6) Pictures of the living areas accessible to the sitter (dining room/kitchen, TV room, and guest room (best if uploaded to your ad) to give me an idea of your space. *Sits without these photos will not be considered*
I’d love to see outdoor areas as well, and it's always nice to see YOU, too! (you'll see I've included lots of my own pics in this spirit)

7) Anything else you'd like to share to help us all get to know each other:

8) Any questions YOU may have as well of course! Ask away!


Many thanks - Shannon


RE: FREE vs. PAID SITS
I strongly prefer long sits (2 weeks minimum) Long sits are free/exchange of services/accommodation
I will consider shorter sits, paid at $45/day (may vary by special sit needs but most average duty sits will be $45 give or take) - feel free to ask!

Why they want to house sit

I like to explore new areas & am considering possible relocation areas as well. I also don't own any pets of my own, but I LOVE animals, so I really enjoy time with yours!

Their experience

More than most sitters: As mentioned, I have 15+ years house/pet sitting experience with multiple (enthusiastic!) references (I was doing this before sitting was big and these sites existed!) in 7 states + one international sit, too

My reviews have gotten all spread out! I have added a link to my local sitter site, Rover, with 40+ rave reviews from past/current clients, and you'll see some sample screen shots of additional recommendations from several others sitter sites in my photos. I have plenty more to share upon request!

What can they bring to the assignment

In addition to the above:

** Non-smoker, no drugs. No drinking also fine, no problem

** Clean, neat, detail-oriented. All will be in order as you left it, or better, when you return

** Plant/pool care/etc. all fine. Yard care: I’m not great with lawn mowers because of allergies and noise, so this will depend.

** Questionnaire/ checklist provided! I use this to gather vital info and instructions, which many clients have commented impressed them and was very useful.