Where’s BabZ? House & Pet Sitting

Are you planning travel? I house and pet sit from Australia to North America.
With more than ten years of house sitting experience,
I am available to take care of your home and furry family. You can relax while you’re away.
I’m known for my daily updates including great photos (see below) and ability to problem solve.
I have taken care of dogs, cats and sometimes both at the same time.
You can review my profile here. You can join Trusted House Sitters or book with me directly.
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  • Rufus da cat

    Rufus of Lincoln

    Rufus was rescued as an adult cat. He’s a lover and like cuddles, snoozing and sleeping on the bed. We had some fun with treats and toys when he’s in da mood. I took care of Rufus for more than two weeks while Mom enjoyed Paris.

    Dede
    Roseville, CA, US · 07 Jun - 23 Jun 2023

    Barbara was a wonderful pet sitter. She sent me photos everyday of my kitty, Rufus. Left my house spic and span. - emptied the dishwasher, washed bedding and towels. I felt confident about my house and my cat while I was in Paris for two weeks.

  • Noodles & Marbles San Francisco

    Noodles and Marbles

    These two were a handful of love. Love their walks, but not the easiest when other dogs were around. They act like guard dawg but really just lovers. Sleeping on the bed was required. :) We enjoyed a week in San Francisco together.

    Laura
    San Francisco, CA US 31 May - 05 Jun 2023

    Barbara stayed with our two dogs for 5 nights. She took them on long walks, and provided a lot of photos. Our home was left in great shape. Thank you!

  • JujuBee the Bengal Cat

    JujuBee The Bengal

    JujuBee is a lover with the lung power of a lioness. Loved our conversations and her purring from some love. Dribbles from the faucet are a fav as is meal time. Otherwise she found the softest place to land in sunshine.

    Kathryn
    Los Angeles, CA, US · 08 Nov - 28 Nov 2023

    Barbara was a delight to have as our house sitter. She communicated beautifully, clearly loved my cat, was need, organized, funny and just a pure joy to have in the house. A previous housesitter was less than stellar so it was even more reassuring to have someone so on top of things. Barbara was also very neat and organized - I am too, so I really appreciated that. I would love to have Barbara come and sit again! Loved her!

  • Menco & Earl

    Menco & Earl of Berkeley

    For a couple of weeks I enjoyed taking care of Menco an aging Guide Dog stud and his feline friends Mila and Earl. The slow walks with Menco were meditative, while Mila and Earl enjoyed outdoors and in playing and sleeping.

    Dale
    Berkeley, CA 05 May - 29 May 2023

    Barbara did a great job watching our house and 3 pets for three weeks. After an unexpected delay to the start of our trip, Barbara was flexible and accommodating. She arrived one day early to learn the pets' schedule and flow of their routine. We also got to enjoy dinner together and leave on a confident note that all would be well.

    Barbara was a quick learner to handle the somewhat complicated needs of our old lab and two cats, with different foods and medications. Our communication while we were away was very responsive, and we enjoyed getting health updates and fun photos.

    Barbara is responsible, clean, and followed our requests, and we would love to welcome her to stay again in the future.

  • Beau da dawg

    Beau of Marin County

    Beau and I enjoyed our walks together, playing fetch in the backyard and enhancing his meals with turkey and ham. He loved a good snuggle and do did I. Fortunate to sit more than once and enjoy what the community had to offer.

    Karin
    Novato, CA, US · 27 Jun - 05 Jul 2023

    Barbara was a very responsible, organized, and outstanding housesitter. We had excellent communication and she really made us feel comfortable to leave Beau, our 80 pound fur baby, and our house, in her hands.

    She took Beau on 2-3 walks a day, took care of food & comfort, as well as lots of brushing and love.

    Our garden front & back was watered & hot tub got its chemicals as provided.

    We enjoyed Barbara’s energy & fun personality and we hope to use her again when she is available.

  • Bear from Melbourne (AUS)

    Bear is a litle dog with a big personality. He owns his neighborhood and Ioved walking around with him. Nothing like a great dog for company in a great city like Melbourne!

    Carolyn
    Melbourne VIC Australia 26 Dec 2022 - 26 Jan 2023

    Barbara was a great sitter. Bear was spoilt with lots of walks and heaps of cuddles. It was great to receive many updates and photos whilst we were away. Thank you Barbara. I would recommend her for any future sits