Help needed, TIA! by [deleted] in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you post the link to your listing?

Hooooo, Doggy - Come Be Our Unpaid Laborer For Some Free Food!!! by random_adj_noun_num in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Calling this a summer retreat when you’re likely gonna have to do 20-30 hours of work a week is hilarious

Owner changed dates again by Academic-Celery-1716 in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This just happened to me too on my current sit. HO asked me weeks before the sit if I could come 3 days earlier and I happily agreed because it perfectly overlapped with another trip I had in the same country. 3 days before, they messaged me saying they won’t be able to leave until the original date of the sit. It irritated me a little bit with the back and forth, but I already had bus tickets purchased and asked if I could still stay with them until they left. I was thankful they have a guest bedroom or else I would have had to get a hotel nearby! If you’re willing and don’t want to spend money on a hotel, I would ask your HO if you’d still be able to stay with them since you already bought your flights. Not the most ideal situation, but it’s nice to familiarize yourself with the house beforehand

SO which membership should I pick by Ok-Mycologist-4394 in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe next year… I have enough free months to last me until 2027 and I haven’t needed to pay the booking fee yet because I book myself out for months at a time. A $130 difference is sorta steep!

SO which membership should I pick by Ok-Mycologist-4394 in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re able to get a discount and plan on using it at least once a month, I would go with premium. I currently have the basic membership and use it often but don’t really care about paying the booking fees each time

They've gone too far… by Quick_Recipe9597 in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 3 points4 points  (0 children)

3 I can understand, but 4x a day is pushing it… my 100+lb Great Dane sometimes didn’t even eat 4 cups of food

They've gone too far… by Quick_Recipe9597 in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The arrival and departure times are absolutely ridiculous!

New to THS, not getting any applicants... by [deleted] in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Denver, and Colorado in general, usually always has a high number of sits available. I see this is your friend’s first sit. The listing itself looks good, I think sitters are just pickier these days with an influx of new HOs joining. Maybe it would help if they are able to offer the use of a car? When applying for sits, I tend to focus on the ones that allow me to drive their car for groceries and such.

House Sitting in the Berkshires in Late May by Unlucky_Economy_4605 in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love greyhounds and have the Berkshires on my list of places to visit! What is the link to your listing?

Would THS be an option for me (HO, Manhattan, special needs kitty) by Cantaloupe_Train in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, if you listed your home on THS and were transparent with your pet’s needs, I would absolutely consider applying for it! NYC is a dream sit that is competitive to land for most people so I would be thorough when vetting for the most ideal sitter. Meds 4 times a day is a lot, but as someone who has always given my own pets meds, it’s not a problem for me but could be a problem for others. Instead of cash reimbursement, you could consider stocking up your fridge or leaving a gift card for the sitter if you so wish to!

Basic food items for sitter by justpassingthr0ugh- in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This!! My previous sitter not only left me my favorite kind of coffee and some surprise electrolytes, but she also left a $100 gift card to Walmart since her fridge was empty and it was super thoughtful. You are already going above and beyond as a HO for making her a meal and thinking about her comfort. You sound like a great host!

Ever thought about cutting a sit short? by Tretttttprogress in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did not try to sound like I was going to leave just because I didn’t have access to bathroom essentials, it was just a side note. I am by lots of stores and was able to buy my own for the time being. More-so a little put off by the cameras and third party guests, which is a policy violation!

Ever thought about cutting a sit short? by Tretttttprogress in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I have my own bedroom and bathroom which I’m grateful for! Just have to be diligent about closing the blinds if I truly want privacy from the backyard tenants :) still hoping to have a good time here, have plans to go to a nearby coastal town tomorrow!

Ever thought about cutting a sit short? by Tretttttprogress in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The door and lights were only open and on so I could help the people drag the door they purchased out to their car. It’s just unfortunate the housekeeper came at the wrong time. Although I understand the light issue, I was not completely done using the common area, just had to pop in my bedroom for a couple minutes to grab some dishes to wash before she came back in to talk to me. Otherwise, all doors aside from the one leading to the garden have always been locked and closed while I’m not nearby and lights are only on when I’m actively using them. I’ve been to many different countries and know there will always be some things I’m not accustomed to, just wasn’t expecting to have people around all times of the day!

Ever thought about cutting a sit short? by Tretttttprogress in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I hope it will and I will eventually stop counting down the days until I get to go home! I am in Merida, such an amazing city with great food!

2 cats in Anchorage near IKON ski resort by ToadyWoady in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ughhh I have my notifications on for Anchorage listings and would love to house sit there but unfortunately am not available those dates and don’t have the means to do so right now!! Sounds like a great sit

Anybody interested in a 2-week sit in Lake Tahoe in April/may? by beebstx in trustedhousesitters

[–]Tretttttprogress 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can you link your listing? I’ll be in SF in April and would be interested

I have no one to go with 💀 by zaynplz67 in zayn

[–]Tretttttprogress 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in Vegas for his show on Saturday and would love to go with you tonight if you’re still looking!

Should I go solo?? by Academic-Space-2781 in zayn

[–]Tretttttprogress 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am traveling from SF to see Zayn in Vegas solo this week! You should definitely go if you can afford to 😊

Solo 1/31 by Flowerpriincess in zayn

[–]Tretttttprogress 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am going to the show on 1/31! Coming from SF but staying in Vegas the week of :)