Hey, I'm Elyse, a tech professional and caring animal lover. I have a lifetime of experience (I'm 33 now) caring for many types of animals. My parents rescued animals growing up, and I rode horses competitively for 15+ years.
I'm available to house-sit your beautiful pets.
For my day job, I'm Head of Operations for a tech startup connecting crisis hotlines with large online communities, and work remotely. My home base is Mairangi Bay, Auckland so I'm comfortable operating on the North Shore, though happy to chat if you're in a different location.
Outside of animal-sitting, I grow beautiful orchids and have all kinds of other house-plants. I would be delighted to water plants and keep your property clean, tidy and cared for while you're away!
My elderly, much loved rescue cat Tom passed away last year.
I currently have availability for house-sitting, and looking after your beautiful animals, plants and home while you're away!
HOUSE-SITTING - OVERNIGHT:
I will stay in your home overnight to make sure your animals have company and attention. I will feed pets, clear mail, watch over your house, check on any plants, and give any pets who crave attention plenty of cuddles. For shy pets, I will move quietly and respectfully around them. I am an experienced house-sitter and have provided one of my reviews from kiwihousesitting.co.nz in the picture gallery.
EMERGENCIES:
I am confident to take your pet to your vet in the case of an emergency - I have a spacious van which can accommodate pet carriers comfortably.
CATS: Cats hold a special place in my heart and I'm delighted to look after any type of cat - shy or friendly! I respect each animal as an individual.
EXOTIC: I have had rabbits, guinea pigs and rats and am confident caring for them. I've also had parrots and fish so happy to care for them too. I haven't cared for a lizard yet, but definitely interested in looking after one!
I am responsible, respectful and professional. I'll take exceptional care of your property, pets and any other animals. I'm also experienced with plants. Please let me know if I can help :)
Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.
No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.
Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone
Elyse is wonderful. Our pets and our home were well taken care of while we were away for a few days - highly recommend.
Yet again, Elyse has been a wonderful house & pet sitter. She is incredibly trustworthy and reliable, which is so comforting when we are away for a short or long break. Thank you! Highly recommend.