If you’re travelling and want your home and pets cared for properly, house and pet sitting offers something kennels, boarding, and “check-in visits” can’t: a calm, live-in presence that keeps routines stable and your home genuinely lived-in.
We provide house and pet sitting for homeowners who value reliability, clear communication, and consistent standards — especially for longer stays and higher-responsibility households.
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What “house and pet sitting” means in practice
In simple terms, house and pet sitting means we live in your home while you’re away and provide day-to-day care that keeps everything steady.
That typically includes:
- Keeping your home clean, secure, and respected
- Maintaining pet routines (feeding, walks, play, cleaning)
- Noticing issues early and responding sensibly
- Sending updates in an agreed rhythm so you can relax
You’ll also see the phrase written a few different ways online — house & pet sitting, pet and house sitting, house pet sitting, or pet house sitting. They all describe the same idea: combined home and pet care while you travel.
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Why live-in care is different (and why pets settle faster)
Pets usually cope best when:
- Their routine stays familiar
- Their environment stays the same
- They have a calm, consistent presence at home
Live-in care reduces the stress that can come from boarding environments, rotating carers, or an empty home — and it gives homeowners the confidence that someone is present, observing, and keeping the household steady.
This is why house sitting and pet sitting often works so well for longer travel: it’s not just “care tasks” — it’s stability.
Who this is best for
House and pet sitting is a strong fit when you want:
- Pets to stay in their normal environment (less stress, fewer behaviour changes)
- A steady presence in the home for weeks or months
- Someone who can handle more than “basic feeding” — especially multi-pet routines
- Clear communication while you travel
It’s also ideal if you’d rather avoid:
- Pets struggling in unfamiliar boarding environments
- A home sitting empty for long periods
- Multiple visitors coming and going without consistent oversight
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What you can expect from us
We’re Rob, Linds and Archie Hawkins. Our approach is calm, organised, and routine-first.
Home care
- A lived-in presence that keeps things steady
- Tidiness and respectful use of the home
- Basic checks and common-sense escalation if something looks wrong
- Discretion and privacy as standard
Pet care
- Routine-first care: consistent feeding, walks, play, cleaning
- Calm companionship and stability
- Observation for changes in behaviour, appetite, or energy
- Experience with multi-pet homes and more complex care setups
- Confidence around higher-responsibility animal care, including horses (where applicable)
Updates and communication
- A clear update rhythm agreed in advance
- Photos/videos if you want them (often WhatsApp)
- Clear messages when something genuinely needs your input
See our experience portfolio: House Sitting Experience Portfolio
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Long-term sits (where this works best)
Longer sits are where house and pet sitting shines. Pets settle, routines become consistent, and homeowners benefit from continuity.
If you’re travelling for multiple weeks or months, we can support:
- Stable routines over time
- Property care with consistent day-to-day attention
- Clear, predictable communication
- A calm handover so you return to a comfortable home and settled pets
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Arrangements: exchange vs premium / paid
The right arrangement depends on workload and responsibility.
Exchange arrangements (selectively)
For simpler routines, an exchange arrangement can be a great fit. In these cases, homeowners provide accommodation and normal household running costs for the duration of the sit (unless agreed otherwise).
Premium / paid arrangements (available)
Some sits require a higher level of responsibility and time. Premium/paid arrangements are often appropriate for:
- Horses / equine routines and yard standards
- Multiple animals or complex schedules
- Higher-touch expectations (structured reporting)
- Multi-species or sanctuary-style care
If you’re not sure what your sit falls under, describe what you need in your enquiry and we’ll guide you.
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Trust, reviews, and verification
Trust matters — especially when you’re inviting someone into your home.
We can provide:
- Verified reviews (TrustedHousesitters)
- Testimonials and owner feedback
- References once a sit is shortlisted
- A clear, privacy-respecting verification process
Credentials & testimonials: Credentials, Testimonials & References
About us: About Your International House Sitters
How we keep it simple (the process)
- 1️⃣ 📩 Enquire — dates, region, pets, expectations
- 2️⃣ 📞 Quick call/video — routines + fit
- 3️⃣ ✅ Confirm details — handover + updates + contingencies
- 4️⃣ 🏡 Live-in care — calm routines + standards
- 5️⃣ 🔑 Handover — tidy reset + wrap-up
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Who will be on the sit
You’ll be cared for by Rob, Linds and Archie Hawkins. Archie travels with us on every sit and supports routines as part of a calm, responsible team approach — always aligned with what the sit requires and what the homeowner is comfortable with.
We keep this clear early so expectations are straightforward.
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Frequently asked questions
It includes living in your home, keeping the household running normally, and maintaining pet routines as agreed. That usually means feeding, walks, cleaning, companionship, basic home checks, and a steady presence so your pets and home stay settled.
We follow your timings and instructions closely and keep the day predictable—especially important for anxious pets or multi-pet homes. If anything needs adjusting (weather, appetite changes, behaviour), we communicate clearly and agree changes with you.
Long stays tend to get easier over time: pets settle, routines become consistent, and the home benefits from steady day-to-day care. We agree an update rhythm that’s sustainable, keep standards consistent, and handle small household issues sensibly as they arise.
A clear routine (food/walks/meds if any), vet details, an emergency contact, and any key property systems you want us to know (shared privately). We’ll confirm everything on a short call so expectations are clear.
We agree a simple handover plan in advance (keys, routines, boundaries, and a quick walkthrough if possible). At the end of the sit, we do a tidy reset and hand back smoothly. If helpful, we leave brief notes on anything worth knowing.
Only if its neccessary. Some homeowners prefer brief daily check-ins to start with; others prefer a few updates a week or weekly videos. We agree the rhythm upfront and stick to it—so you’re reassured without being flooded.
No. For privacy and safety, we don’t publish our current location or private homeowner details on the website.
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If you’d like to discuss your dates and care needs, send an enquiry and we’ll respond with next steps.
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Experience: House Sitting Experience Portfolio
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