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Chris & Isla

Friendly doctor-writer couple who love animals

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Gold (24mths)
House Sitting Preferences
  • 0 - 1 week, 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese
Preferred Locations
  • Anywhere in the United Kingdom
Availability
  • NEXT 6 MONTHS    
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  • 2024: 20May-31May | 27Jun-30Jun
  • On a house-sit right now

Friendly doctor-writer couple who love animals

Dr / General Practitioner & Writer

Writer / Artist

Hello! We're Isla and Chris, adventuring around the UK in our free time, meeting the lands, the animals and people as we go.

I'm Isla, a freelance writer and artist. I have a deep fondness for animals, I love how they teach me how to play and dance with life. I've years of experience working in pet shops, grooming and looking after pets as well as the pet sitting jobs I've had in my local area.

I'm Chris, a GP and writer, working on my first book. I wanted to be a vet before I went to medical school so I've always had a fondness for animals. I have had cats and fish (and a blackbird I rescued!) in my lifetime. I have also spent time on a farm in the Cotswolds and helped at lambing season.

We both live a sober lifestyle and are vegetarian/vegan (but don't mind if others aren't, and are happy to feed animals what they like!).

We're open to sit requests for 2024 (and any questions you want to ask) and look forward to meeting you and caring for your furry friends!

Reviews (5)
Chris and Isla were exceptional housesitters. They looked after the house and animals so well. They left our house immaculately and we would be delighted to have them back. I can't recommend them enough. The animals were cared for and loved. They are genuine animal lovers! The kitchen was spotless and there were even flowers and some hand painted stones for us on our return.
 
JOAN (Beccles England, Jul 2021 - 2 weeks)
Chris was a great sitter. He replied to messages promptly and was very flexible with arrival and departure times. He took wonderful care of our cat, Tommy, and sent us daily updates - this was much appreciated! We returned to a clean and tidy flat. Thank you!
 
BETHAN (London England, Oct 2023 - 4 nights)
Isla was a fabulous sitter. Communication was easy from the start and she was keen to meet virtually and familiarise herself with my needs. Pets appeared well looked after on our return and that's the most important bit for me, really, so top marks. I'd happily recommend Isla for any sit. She is relaxed, experienced and builds confidence and trust early on. I would welcome her back to sit again if she so chooses.
 
JAMIE (Ilkley England, Dec 2021 - 5 days)
Reassuring house sitter - felt very comfortable leaving the animals with him and his partner. Chris and Isla actually moved house a few days before the arranged sit, and they still honoured the arrangement we had made, for which we were very grateful. They could easily have backed out or asked us to at least try and get replacement sitters, but they went ahead even though it wasn't ideal for them. We really were very grateful as it meant we went away stress free and ready to actually enjoy ... MORE
 
JULIE-ANN (Whitecroft England, Jun 2021 - 1 week 3 days)
Chris and Isla kept the place sparkling clean and the animals loved them. A really lovely couple. You're welcome back any time!
 
JENNIFER (Glossop England, Apr 2021 - 4 days)
 
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