House Sitting in Suffolk Coastal

“Colin looked after our Cavapoo, Harry, yesterday and was absolutely fantastic. He is calm, kind, and very professional, and Harry responded so well to him straight away. Colin kept us updated throughout the day and was completely trustworthy. We felt totally at ease and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.”

Tracy G.

“Allie is very caring and kind person, when we met her before we went away you could tell she has a passion for looking after animals. She looked after our dog while we away for a fews days and when we got home the house was clean and one happy dog. Would definitely ask her again to look after Marnie”

Tamsyn A.

“Lily was great with our cockapoo, she looked after him for a few hours to build up to a longer stay. Arrived home to a very calm dog! Thank you Lily, look forward to seeing you again soon!”

Claire A.

“Jasmine looked after Marnie for us for a week while on holiday, got some lovely photos of Marnie while away and always looked happy in them, when we got back to the house was kept clean, Marnie seemed very happy when we got home, would book Jasmine again x”

Tamsyn A.

“Isabel was wonderful with Chaves! She took great care of him, kept him company, and he was completely at ease when we arrived back.☺️ We’d be more than happy to have her looking after Chaves anytime.🐶”

Fernanda G.

About: Hello. Stephanie and I, are both experienced house/pet sitters and have over 19 years of caring for cats, dogs alpacas, birds, and fish. When not house sitting we live on our river boat on the River Deben. This type of life does tend to insist that one is practical, self-reliant and inventive - which helps when house sitting, as sometimes the unexpected can arise. We both enjoy looking after any type of animal - and together have over three decades of experience caring for all types of creatures from dogs, of all sizes and ages - including dachshunds both miniature and full size - cats, tortoise, rats and mice, rabbits, chinchillas, guinea pigs, parrots, budgies and all other aviary birds, owls, tropical fish, salt water fish, cold water fish (carp, trout etc), goats - including milking and cheese making - pigs and sheep, insects, llamas, alpacas, and a wide range of fowl such as hens, geese, turkeys, guinea fowl, peacocks and ducks. Indeed, one of our jobs included looking after some swans, and administering medicines. Sorry about this long list, but you may be wondering if we can look after your creature which maybe isn’t a cat or a dog. We are both vegetarians, enjoy cooking our own food, spending time with animals and plants and exploring new environments - these include the garden and immediate surrounding area. We do not use the situation to explore further afield, leaving the property and animals unattended for hours at a time. Please note we do not act as carers for humans, as neither of us have nursing experience. However, we can and do administer medicines and treatments to animals, and have years of experience in doing so, from dogs and cats through to alpacas and birds. All houseplants, plants in the main house, conservatories and greenhouses will be tended, watered and cared for in your absence. Occasionally only one of us takes on a housesit, if the other one has other obligations. Stephanie and I, enjoy house and pet sitting as we get to meet new friends and enjoy knowing that we can continue with the daily routines for the benefit of the owners animals and plants. We do ask that the owners leave us some basic essentials, such as bread, tea, milk, cheese and eggs, to keep us going for a while. Jane has a nut allergy. We like to get to know the animals , their routines and the home situation prior to going out for provisions if possible. When not caring for your animals and plants, we are busy writing for internet companies; photographing and logging birds and insects in the immediate area; walking, cooking; needlework; reading and gardening. Stephanie enjoys studying entomology, particularly beetles and flies. She is usually engaged in sewing or knitting project, in between writing for various companies. Jane is an experienced bird photographer and has given talks at the uk international bird fair. On sits Jane is usually busy with her photographs and also works online as an academic researcher. Travelling around and caring for different homesteads gives us the unique opportunity to meet four legged and two legged friends, extend our range of observations, while at the same time being able to offer peace of mind to fellow pet lovers. We find that we can fully engage in our enthusiasms within or very near to any property that we are minding, so do not leave the property unattended for any large amount of time. We do not use the job as an opportunity to go out and leave the homestead unattended as in a hotel or hostel, but we stay and care for the creatures entrusted to us. As there are two of us, we find that maintaining the security of the household straightforward and if any unexpected event arises, there is always one of us to attend to domestic matters. Although we work together, we prefer separate beds ( thought I would mention that in case asking caused embarrassment). Stephanie snores loudly. We look after pets in the owners home. As there are two of us, one of us usually stays in and cares for your pet, if the other needs to pop out.

“Rebecca was absolutely amazing with Molly! I couldn’t recommend her more. She made sure Molly was well taken care of and made sure she felt at home. I will definitely be contacting her again to watch Molly:)”

Teresa P.

“Ren has been amazing, looked after Marnie so well and the updates we got made it easier being away as we could see she was happy with Ren, Ren is caring and lovely and the house was spotless when we came back,Myself and Rob can't thank her enough xx”

Tamsyn A.

“Jill is amazing. We were a little apprehensive about going away without Gus our little whippet. We went and met Jill a few days before his mini break and she made us feel at home. Jill provided us with daily updates and we could relax, knowing he was having a brilliant time. Gus clearly likes Jill and has been very well looked after. We would definitely book Jill again. Gus would love to go on another mini break in the near future I’m sure 😊”

Victoria R.

“Karen was great. Our two dogs really loved her and they don’t get on with everyone. She was a great calming energy for them and we really would recommend her. She took everything in her stride and dealt with it all.”

James P.

About: I’m a whole hearted animal lover, had dogs growing up and have been a dog groomer since I was 16 years old. I’ve worked in Animal rescues and Dog daycare/boarding. I have qualifications in Dog Grooming, Animal Behaviour, Canine Anatomy and Pet First Aid I’m currently working full time shift work but happy to help in between my shifts. Drop me a message and we can work out dates that suit us :) For home boarding, dogs will need to be cat friendly. I’m happy to care for your animals at your house. I have a secure garden.

About: I’ve always loved animals since I was a little girl. I have a dog on my own a cat, I’ve always been an animals girl I currently work full-time, but my hours are very up-and-down at the moment. Meaning I have quite a lot of free time in between my work. Depending on the job at my house, I have a big garden that is all safely fenced in as well as a nice house with plenty of space for cat or dog. In the home, I’m very good at keeping everything clean and ensuring that the animals needs a Matt.

“Annabelle was great with Molly! She sent me photos and kept me updated.”

Teresa P.

“Christina is a lovely, kind natured soul who when first meeting my Fern you could instantly see her love and care for animals. Christina stayed at mine overnight house sitting. I was sent lovely pictures of my Fern looking very happy and the house was just as I left it. Highly recommended!”

Chelsea S.

“Joselyn looked after our dog very well and spent time playing with him in our garden which he clearly enjoyed, after seeing the photos! Joselyn is very thoughtful and gave a good update when we returned home, which we appreciated.”

Claire A.

About: I work from home and live with my little 3 year old Labrador. I’ve looked after many dogs previously and quite often end up with my families dogs coming to stay as well. I’m up and out by 7ish with my Labrador, and she gets 3 good walks a day, either at the park or the beach or longer on a weekend when we can go exploring I have a fenced garden with grass and patio, my dog is very friendly and sociable so will play nicely along with others. I work from home so plenty of toilet breaks and multiple cuddles during the day

About: Since a young age I’ve always looked after family’s pets whilst they’re away on holiday. I frequently look after my friends dogs / cats whilst they go away either at theirs or mine. I love long walks & getting fresh air and am a huge animal lover. I work part time as a care and support worker, I spend a lot of time at home & in the garden in my spare time I have a fully fenced garden, with space to have a run around, I have room for anything you’d like to bring over to the house.

About: I have a vast experience with large dogs from all backgrounds, I have been in rescue for the English bull terrier welfare since I was 16, and my parents were rescuing since I was a boy. we have a lovely 3 bedroom home where there is no restrictions for them, with a fenced garden, and a 5 minute walk from the meadows, where there is lovely stream for them to paddle. I work from home, so I am available all day for the dogs we look after. they get walked two times a day down at the meadows, which also has a lovely stream they can paddle in. we have a lovely 3 bedroom home which has no restrictions. the dogs can go where they please. with a nice garden for them, along with a spacious kitchen. they are free to go in and out of the garden as they please. we also walk frank twice a day at the meadow.

About: What sets me apart from other sitters is the combination of being very gentle, calm and intuitive in my care and I personalise approach to each pet’s individual needs. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all pet sitting because every animal has their own personality, routines, and comforts, and I make it my priority to understand and honour those from the moment we meet. Whether I’m caring for a confident, energetic dog or a shy, sensitive cat, I adjust my pace, tone, and style so they feel completely safe and at ease. I also have hands-on experience with both puppies and senior pets. I have grown up with a German sheppard and a cocker spaniel. For puppies, I gently reinforce positive habits such as toilet training, basic cues, healthy play behaviour, and regular rest. With senior pets, I’m patient, observant, and attentive to mobility, medication timings, and any signs of discomfort or stress. I’m especially confident with anxious animals who need extra reassurance, calm presence, and consistency. Clear communication is another key part of my service. I send regular photo and video updates so you always feel connected, reassured, and fully informed about how your pet is doing. Above all, I treat every pet with genuine love, respect, and the same level of care I’d want for my own. At the moment Im available most days to visit or stay overnight, please get in touch with me to arrange a service time that works best for both. My priority is always to maintain each pet’s routine, comfort, and wellbeing while giving them plenty of attention and reassurance. I keep your home secure and tidy, respecting all instructions about keys, alarms, and household routines. I send regular updates, photos, and short videos so you feel connected and reassured while you’re away. I focus on consistency

“Sweta was great with Marnie, when we first had our meet asked all the right questions and made me feel at ease to leave Marnie with someone new, got some cute photos and came home to one very happy dog, Thank you xx”

Tamsyn A.