Bringing home owners and house sitters together
April 2025! Explore NYC and come home to our sweet doggie! April 10th till April 18th 2025
United States, Queens, New York
Pets
- Dog(s)
Dates
- 10 Apr 2025 to 18 Apr 2025 (5 sitters have applied for these dates)
About this assignment
Hi there!
If you a responsible person (or couple) and like to come home to a fun loving 9 year old Jack Russell/Dachshund mix, after a day of exploring NYC, from April 10th till April 18th or 19th, then you are our person! Care for the doggie consists out of two to three walks a day in the neighborhood and plenty of belly rubs :). He eats twice a day, always needs access to fresh water.
We live in a two-bedroom apartment in Eastern Queens NYC, about 15 to 20 min by car from JFK and LaGuardia Airports. You would enjoy a large apartment with living room, sit in kitchen, bathroom and a big bedroom in a quiet and safe neighborhood. We are close to Flushing Meadows Park (home of the Mets and the US open) and Forest Park. We live around 3 blocks away from the subway. You don't need a car to get around from here. Grocery stores are around the corner, laundry in the building. Manhattan is a 30 to 45 min subway ride away. NYC can be be magical in spring. Mid april is peak cherry blossom season. Find them everywhere but especially at Flushing Park, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden or Central Park. Catch a broadway show, a food festival or a parade! Visit the Orchid show at the Brooklyn botanical garden, catch a Knicks or Yankee game, Nick Cave or Mary J Blige concerts. Bike around, take a boat cruise or be surprised by the unexpected! There is always a ton to do in nyc.
We ourselves are a couple (Psychotherapist and Behavioral Intervention Specialist) in our forties with a third grader. If you have a kid around the same age, then our apartment is basically a playroom paradise full of toys.
If you like to come a day early or stay a day later, you are welcome to stay with us.
What responsibilities are required of the house sitter
We would like our dog to receive two to three walks a day (20-30 minutes) in the neighborhood and plenty of belly rubs :). He eats twice a day, always has access to fresh water. Our plants need water and please keep our apartment clean or as clean as you received it.
What are the good features of the property and location
We live in a two bedroom apartment in Queens NY. You would enjoy a large apartment with living room, sit in kitchen, bathroom and a big bedroom in a quiet and safe neighborhood. We are close to Flushing Meadows Park (home of the Mets and the US open) and forest park. We live around 3 blocks away from the subway. You don't need a car to get around from here. Grocery stores are around the corner, laundry in the building, ac's in living room and bedrooms. Manhattan is a 30 to 45 min subway ride away.
If you like to come a day early or stay a day later you are welcome to stay with us.
What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment
Do you love dogs and are you willing to walk one 2 to 3 times a day for at least 25 minutes? Do you not cancel at the last minute? Do you love NYC in Spring? Then you are our person!
Can I bring my own pets?
Yes
Restrictions: Yes when the pet is a friendly canine
Last updated:
15 March 2025
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Testimonials
Fantastic Sit!
I absolutely adore this family! They are very welcoming and warm as well as very easy to reach. Their home is in a great and convenient location. Sandra also gives very detailed and helpful instructions. Their pets are very laid back and loving. 10/10 would sit for them again!
Emily, 07 July, 2021
Great Kittens, Great Puppy and Great People
Sandra's home is very cozy and well lit. The first time I was there was a very cold February and I was happy the house was warm and so close to the train line. Muddles was still a puppy who really enjoyed going for his walks and cuddling with me in front of the TV. He was very well trained and does not pee inside the house. The cats were very clean too and mostly kept to themselves. I have house-sat for Sandra a few times now and I will continue too in the future every time I can because it's one of my favorite sits. She goes the extra mile to make her sitters feel comfortable and communicates very well and often and solves any issues right away. I strongly recommend.
Laura, United States, 24 May 2019
A cool dog and a lazy cat and a great place to stay
Sandra is very nice, she will let you know everything you need to know, so you can rely on her! The dog is full of energy, you can walk him for hours if you want! :) The cat... you don't need to worry about the cat :D She is laying on her's tower all day long (except when you are out with the dog) The apartment is convenient, equipped with everything! I definitely recommend them!
Peter, Czech Republic, 30 Apr 2019
A True New York City Family Neighborhood and Sweet Animals
Sandra's apartment is comfortable and located in a really lovely, diverse, family-oriented neighborhood in Queens. And yet it's about a 30 minute subway ride from Manhattan, so you have a quiet place to stay and access to the city. The cats are very sweet and not especially demanding. One requires insulin injections but he takes them without incident as he gets them when he's eating and he's very happy eating. The other kitty is funny and outspoken at meal time but also very easy going. The dog, a youngster, has some anxiety issues but if you step in and play fetch with him you are almost guaranteed that he will feel calmer and happier. He's clever and affectionate and has some hilarious tendencies, like trying to catch bugs and butterflies or walking along balancing on curbs. I really enjoyed my time with this group of funny creatures. Sandra was very helpful in her communication.
Debra, United States, 6 Aug 2018