Annie & Mac, Italy

It is a leap of faith having a stranger come to stay in your house and look after your beloved pet.....but I can honestly say that Michelle and her dog Eddie have been superb housesitters. My rural location and 'rustico' farmhouse throws up a lot of challenges....but Michelle coped with any issues in her stride, she is self reliant, problem solving, intelligent and practical. She is very good at communicating and sent regular updates and photos of my dog, so I did not have a moment's worry. When I returned after nearly 3 months, not only was my house and dog in better shape than when I left them, she had also had gone to the trouble of buying new wine glasses....(among other things!) ..for the new friends she said she had made for me! She went out of her way to introduce herself to my neighbours and friends and make herself a part of the local fabric. She came with her dog Eddy who instantly made friends with my dog and is a very gentle easy going pooch. I have no hesitation in reco...
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Linda & David, Cyprus

I have known Michelle for approximately 7 years. During that time she has house sat for me and my husband and proved to be pleasant, competent, reliable and trustworthy. House sitting for us involves taking care of and exercising three large and very active dogs as well as tending to three cats. All our pets obviously adore Michelle and I would never have any qualms about leaving them in her care. My near neighbors also found her very comfortable to deal with. During her last stay on top of normal activities she also coped well with a minor incident with one dog, a water leak and the effects of some unexpected council works in the area. I would have no hesitation in recommending her as a house/pet sitter.
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