Hemp for Dogs – What you need to know
There are various products available today that offer hemp for dogs. Whether or not you feel confident as a pet owner to actually use these products is another matter. It is always important to check with your vet if you are concerned. However, many pet owners find that hemp for dogs can be beneficial, especially […]
Midsomer Murder Mystery Housesit
We regularly hear lovely housesitting adventure stories of housesitters making friends with their hosts, discovering new locations and being delighted with their housesitting gigs. This story is not unlike that, with a housesitter we’ve known for a while telling us how thrilled she was with her mystery housesit. Looking after a gorgeous dog in a […]
Dog Minder Alert – What causes joint pain in dogs?
Spotting joint pain in our own pets can be hard; as a dog minder spotting dog’s in pain because of their joints is even harder. Here are some top tips about what to look for and how with the owner’s permission and a vet’s advice you can help them to deal with that pain. What Causes […]
8 Home Pet Remedies to Protect Your Dogs from Fleas
Whether you are into tried and tested home pet remedies or vet prescribed remedies for fleas on dogs you should consider all the options available, whether they are anti flea sprays or edible flea treatments. One way or another, you should always treat your dogs. Here are 8 home pet remedies to consider for your […]
How to be a responsible dog owner as a Student
Being a responsible dog owner with all the benefits of a comfortable lifestyle for you and your pet is a challenge. Responsible dog ownership means that you should always find a way to ensure your pet doesn’t lose out because you are living a student lifestyle. Owning dogs is a real privilege and one that […]
Happy Housesits in Europe with Michelle and Eddie
Now some of you might find the notion of housesitting a little unusual, having a stranger in your home to look after your property and pets your most precious possessions. However, Michelle the housesitter can go one better than that, she takes her dog Eddie with her wherever she goes! And yes, they’ve enjoyed many […]
Funny pet photos Competition: Funny animal photos
Every year HouseSitMatch hosts a Funny Pet Photo Competition and this year we were delighted and overwhelmed by the fabulously cute and funny pet photos you shared with us. There was a clear winner – Ziggy says ‘Smile!’ the four runners up were also very popular and we think rather amusing. Here is the 2019 […]
The Affordable Alternative to Dog Kennels
Ever thought there might be a safe and good value alternative to dog kennels? Consider having a checked live-in house sitter, many are very experienced with dogs and cats, and will pet sit for you as an exchange of services for free accommodation. Here’s how and why… Kennel alternative – worth a consideration Plan pet care […]
What makes a great Dog sitter?
We ask our members on a regular basis ‘what makes a good dog sitter?’ We really think it is important to stay in tune with our members, and what they and their pets need. Here are some insights offered by our members about what it takes to be a great dog sitter. What to look […]
Marlow petsitters keep the neighbourhood and pets safe
The search for Marlow petsitters, or housesitters anywhere, is something we can help you with. From time to time we interview our members to better understand how they found us and how we help them. Recently, Martin told us about why he decided to look for Marlow petsitters. A spate of burglaries in this Thames […]
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