Karen & John (andy)
Experienced House and Pet sitters, ex professional!
Our experience
10+ years
We have owned a 40 Acre property with Chickens. Previously we worked in the UK as Handyman housekeeper couple for seven years caring for Dogs and Horses. While winding up our affairs in Australia we looked after several lovely dogs in NSW…
Charlie
labradoodle
Cared for
Dixie
rescue dog
Cared for
Spud
mix-breed
Cared for
Reviews (3)
Karen and Andy were such a lovely couple they settled in straight away and Marlo loved them he was very relaxed with them instantly. Karen kept in touch with…

Karen and Andy were fabulous housesitters. They are not only very friendly and interesting people to talk to, but we came home to a VERY clean house and…

Thank you Karen and Andy for looking after Charlie plus our house and koi fish. You did an excellent job including having to take Charlie to the vet halfway…
References (3)
David and Paul
Karen & John (andy) looked after David and Paul’s pets & home
Karen has a lovely positive energy and is a very caring, kind person. When we got home the house was spotless and the dogs were happy and relaxed which is all we could ask for. It was lovely to receive updates from Karen whilst we were away. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Karen (and Andy who undoubtedly played his part too!).
Caring
Animal-lover
Friendly
Reference from Karen & John (andy)’s friend
22 February 2025
About
We are not available for invites but are looking occasionally for ourselves when we want to sit. Andy and I are retired and have just sold our home which was a safe haven for all wildlife and our own chickens. We are not ready to buy a new…
Why we want to house sit
Andy and I have recently returned from Australia which was our home for 37 years. We live as continuous cruisers on board our Narrowboat, Double 0. We don’t have our own dog because of our lifestyle, and love the opportunity to look after…