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House Sitters available (Dorset, South West England)
Our House Sitters list for all the United Kingdom is below. To view a list of house sitters willing to house sit in your area please use the drop down menu.
When filtering by Location, you may see sitters from other states listed as well. That’s because those sitters have nominated they are willing to house sit in more than one state (some have chosen all the United Kingdom). They are all candidates for positions in the selected state.
We save you time. Replies from house sitters you contact can sometimes take a while and when they reply you may find your location and timing doesn’t suit their schedule. This means contacting house sitters one at a time can be a drawn out process. When you choose to contact a house sitter with us you will be asked to list your needs and when you do, available house sitters for your location and dates will be contacting you within hours.
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Charles - 3rd Legs & Co
Couple
Hello,
We are Dani and Charlie, active retirees in our seventies, married for 56 years and still living in the North Yorkshire home that we moved into 41 years ago.
We enjoy travelling and exploring different places around Britain and abroad. We're quiet, sociable and have always have always got on well with our neighbours.
Our own home is kept clean and tidy and we would treat... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Cecelia - Considerate and caring couple
3Years Couple
2025
Are you looking for long-term house sitters? We are open to any and all suggestions, anytime/duration from March 2025 through November 2025.
We are a well-travelled, convivial, community-minded non-smoking, pet-loving couple. (Lions International member, Red Cross volunteers and Blue Card/Australian Police check)
Roger is a retired Major and we recently celebrated our 49th wedding... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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mark - Mark from Henley
Single
Warm, friendly person, made single at start of 2024 who enjoys the countryside, adventure, and animals! I have enjoyed looking after both my own pets (dog 16 years, 4 x cats over 30 years, rabbits/guinea pigs) as well as looking after others over the past 6 years or so (alpaca's, chickens, ducks, dogs, cats). Responsible and honest (trustee in 4 charities inc local church). A family man with 3... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England Dorset, Devon
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Josy - Josy and Don doggie lovers
1Year Couple
Hi. After losing our old lady dog last year, we decided to try house sitting. We are sitting this week for a week and again in February for a month. We just adore dogs and sit for dogs when their owners go on holiday. I also walk 2 dogs 3 times a week. Our hobby is walking and visiting places in the uk, so house sitting is perfect for us. We are extremely clean and tidy ,... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Hi my name is Joanna, I’ve been in my retinal grading career for 8 years. As a remote grader for Inhealth Ltd based in Cheshire.
I have 20 years experience caring for animals with previous experience working with the RSPCA.
My current circumstances afford me the flexibility to travel, house sit, pet sit.
My partner Rob works in the same business as me and was also a pet owner and is... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Richard - Natalie & Richard
Couple
My wife and I have recently moved back to the UK after spending the last 8 years in the USA (my wife is American). I am 37 and my wife is 30.
We're currently going through the planning process to have a house built on my families land and because of this we are extremely flexible.
We love animals! Currently we have 2 cats and a GSD dog. These wouldn't be coming with us as they are... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Steve and Janet - Trustworthy and Reliable
5Years Couple
We are a retired married couple living in a small market town in the West Midlands. We are both fully vaccinated, non-smokers and are fit and active. We have raised a family and have kept cats, hamsters and rabbits so are familiar with the responsibilities of running a household. We’re happy to look after cats, well behaved dogs and other animals, fish or birds we’re comfortable with. We... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Homeowner in Park City Utah, owner of an entertainment booking agency, composer and "cover band" singer.
Years of experience managing tours for (U.S.) Armed Forces Entertainment through over 2 dozen countries, including conflict zones. Resourceful, responsible, amiable. Comfy with any & all animals. Looking especially to care for homes in areas with live music venues, as I usually travel... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Jane
1Year Single
I am retired but work 1 day with young adults with special needs, in particular supporting one to do some work with animals at a rare breeds farm. I have housesat for cats, hens, ducks, fish , dogs and know I'd be fine with horses. I like walking in new areas. (Pic is on sponsored walk!) Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
Current bookings: 17 Apr 27 Apr 25 May 1 Jun 19 Sep 28 Sep
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Susan - Susie D
3Years Couple
Fit, active , newly retired couple looking for a new challenge involving travel and helping others. No ties or commitments, love looking after other people’s pets , have always had chickens and adore cats and dogs having looked after them in our working life. Very reliable and competent and handy round the home. Enjoy walking , gardening and exploring new areas and making new friends Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
Current bookings: 29 Jul 8 Aug
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Ruby - Travelling around.
Single
I will be delighted to look after your home and pets while you travel and visit friends and family. Rest assured, your home and beautiful pets and animals will be safe, well-loved, and cared for throughout the duration of your time away from them. I look forward to my stay. Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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About Me
I adore animals and had the amazing experience and privilege of having/looking after dogs and cats since childhood. In the past 30 years, I have lost my 2 collies Buddy and Eddie, they each lived for 15 years and I miss them every day.
I work as a tutor remotely, with students in higher education who have learning differences, such as dyslexia. I find this very rewarding,... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
Current bookings: 1 Sep 15 Sep
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Jane - Recently retired, reliable + trustworthy
2Years Couple
Currently only available for long weekend (Thursday to Monday) housesits. We are Nicholas and Jane, a not so recently retired couple now, looking for new experiences and responsibilities. Since finishing paid employment, we have both taken on various roles volunteering for local charities and organisations and whenever we have a few weeks to spare, we would love to help others by looking after... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Sandra - Go Anywhere Trusted House/Pet Sitters
8Years Couple
We are now in a perfect position and time of our lives to be able to offer our services to look after your home & pets.
Tim is a recently retired "handyman" and I retired at the end of 2017 as a private medical Foot Health Professional with over 22+ years experience.
We have no dependants and can travel anywhere in the UK and further afield if necessary.
We have always owned pets but after... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Sharyn - Semi-retired Kiwis
2Years Couple
Semi-retired couple 70/62 who own a canal boat for summer cruising looking to secure house sitting position for the cooler months. We once worked as a handyman/housekeeper at a large country estate. We can do almost anything and are quite flexible on location. We also managed a holiday complex of 22 stone cottages and log cabins at another time. Sharyn has worked as a Theatre Nurse and David... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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bridget - BidC
7Years Single
Hello,
My name is Bridget and I am a retired children's nurse.
I have been house sitting on and off since 2008. I looked after two cats regularly for about 3 months each time, every summer for several years whilst I worked in London.
Since then I have looked after both cats and dogs a couple of times a year. This year, and now that I am free to do so, I have done quite a few sits,... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Hello! My name is Olivia, I am a digital nomad presently working as an academic tutor. I am English-Australian, and I will be doing further study in languages. I love meeting people, and have work experience in hospitality and childcare. I am becoming an experienced traveller, and I love cooking and art. Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Geo - Geo - Friendly and reliable animal lover
3Years Single
Hello,
I am a caring, responsible, happy, adventurous, and loving person in my 30s who likes travelling and trying new things. I am a non-smoker and occasionally have a drink.
I have had the opportunity to work as a House and Petsitter since July 2021 and have visited many different parts of the UK, taking care of wonderful homes, dogs and cats.
I work remotely as an IT Consultant.... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
Current bookings: 1 Mar 31 Mar 1 Apr 24 Jun
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Elena - Sweet, reliable petlovers
5Years Couple
Elena is an Italian citizen and her boyfriend Anders is from California. We both work in the nonprofit/consultancy/academic/journalism sectors virtually, so we can work anywhere that has an internet connection. Oxford, however, is close to my heart. Elena got her M.Phil (2017) in Development Studies there, and is where she started a nonprofit organization. Elena is often in the US for... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Annette
Single
Hi there, my name is Annette and I adore animals. I have a current DBS check, am reliable and friendly, very experienced with dogs and dogsitting and love cats too. I've been dogsitting in the UK, Ireland and Spain during the past 8 years. I really enjoy expanding my horizons and spending time in new places while looking after animals. I love nothing more than taking dogs for long walks in... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Kayla - Alec & Kayla
Couple
Australians | Reliable & Friendly Couple | Avid Travelers | Experienced House & Pet Sitters
Hi there! We’re Alec (27) and Kayla (24), a young, happy, and kind-hearted couple with a passion for travel. As avid explorers and field hockey players, we embrace new experiences and meeting new people, always eager to expand our horizons.
Our Background:
Alec works as a sports psychologist,... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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D Kathryn - Experienced companion animal/home carer
5Years Single
Greetings!
I'm Kat––a multi-faceted freelancer bearing more than 25 years of companion animal and home care experience. To date, my expertise in both fields now spans 4 countries, in both professional and "sharing economy" capacities.
I am also an ecclesiastically ordained holistic wellness/culinary professional, studio musician, and literary freelancer by trade. Remaining active in... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Leana - Experienced Cat Sitter - Long/Short Stay
1Year Single
I am an experienced cat sitter from NY who has a 2 year visa to live and work in the U.K. I'm looking to explore the country while I have my visa! I have a music degree from Columbia University and have worked in Marketing for the past 4 years. I love traveling and meeting new people and of course cats! I grew up with 2 cats who lived to be 19 & 20. As senior cats, I cared for them and gave... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Sarah / Holly - Holly's Housecare!
8Years Couple
Hello!
I am someone who has a background in the performing arts. I also have a great love for the animal kingdom, seeing new locations, exploring. I have taken care of many homes and pets both here in uk and in the USA . Long term situations included, for which I have references to provide. My partner Dylan also joins me on sits sometimes or i do solo. We give hopefully a sense of peace... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions
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Tamar - Highly Experienced and Love Animals
2Years Single
Welcome,
House/pet-sitting people's homes and animals have been a passion of mine for most of my life and officially house-sitting for the last 6 years. I enjoy new locations and experiences, am a huge animal lover, and do a little 'animal communication' when needed. To my friends, I am known as the cat and dog whisperer.
I am 54 years young, a homebody, and enjoy working from home which... Read more
Preferred locations: South West England All regions