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Gene

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60, Retired (Air Force - 21 years)

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I will sit certain opportunities for free (like Hawaii, Alaska...), others on a sliding scale. I'm ... Read moreI will sit certain opportunities for free (like Hawaii, Alaska...), others on a sliding scale. I'm sitting as a way to serve others while offering myself travel opportunities (places I want to visit or visit again) and/or to supplement my retirement; hopefully I can do both with many sits. My rates are evolving as I’m learning the current costs of traveling. Driving, although usually more expensive, seems to be the more reliable mode of transportation with airline issues that seem to pop up all to often. I will sit for a rate that seems fair taking all aspects of the sit into consideration.

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Hi, thank you for your interest in my services; I believe my greatest endorsement is: kids and pets love me! Another qualifying endorsement: being asked to come back to sits (for 6 homeowners and counting...2 with challenging rescue dogs).
I currently reside in SW VA; I will be relocating to be closer to my grandchildren.
I grew up mostly in the country; I worked on dairy farms, split wood by hand and cleaned up a butcher shop after closing time, all before I was 14. I'm still in pretty good ... Read moreHi, thank you for your interest in my services; I believe my greatest endorsement is: kids and pets love me! Another qualifying endorsement: being asked to come back to sits (for 6 homeowners and counting...2 with challenging rescue dogs).
I currently reside in SW VA; I will be relocating to be closer to my grandchildren.
I grew up mostly in the country; I worked on dairy farms, split wood by hand and cleaned up a butcher shop after closing time, all before I was 14. I'm still in pretty good shape; I live a mostly healthy lifestyle, I'm a nonsmoker, very light/very occasional drinker. I've learned (and am learning) to eat better...I don't stress over it though. Dogs and cats have been a part of my life since I can remember. I rescued a stray cat 3 years ago before frigid weather set in; kept her for 6 months and she’s now living a life of contentment with my oldest son. Numerous people have been amazed at how easily and quickly their pets have taken to me...there have been a few exceptions of course; but I've never had any animal not warm up to me eventually...usually we become good buddies.
I grew up in PA, NY, MD, NM and VA; I was stationed stateside in TX, GA, NY, WY and KS; I've lived in KS, FL and VA since retiring. Tampa, FL is the largest city I've ever lived in; I have been in most of the largest (NY, LA, Houston...) US cities. I've spent a significant amount of time in at least 26 other states. I've been in all of the lower 48; hopefully I'll add Hawaii and Alaska by the end of 2025! I’ve owned 5 houses and sold them all in much better condition than when I bought them.
I spent 21 years in 3 career fields in the AF (Security Police, Facility Management and Financial Management); I earned degrees for all 3 through the Community College of the AF. I was responsible for my squadrons education and training programs for 6 years as an additional duty (basically a second almost full time job). I have a BS degree in Management, Computer Information Systems. I was stationed in Greece and Germany (living in 2 houses in the local communities in each) and deployed as a paying agent to Slovakia and Iraq (personally responsible for millions of dollars in cash).
I traveled (by plane, taxi (several forms including rickshaws), bus, train, car and walking) throughout central and northern India during my 3 trips (1 was a month long) there as the Executive Director of a non-profit board. It was quite an experience being a passenger on the roads in India!
I visited several islands and flew to Turkey while I was in Greece for a year and my family and I traveled throughout Europe when we were in Germany for four years.
I really missed traveling and meeting people from other areas; this site has enabled me to meet a lot of great people and visit many fantastic areas in America! I've visited Yellowstone, Sequoia and Kings Canyon NPs; Colorado National Monument and Lake Tahoe, national treasures I've wanted to visit for a long time!
I've been entrusted with millions of dollars, equipment worth billions (the security of aircraft for example) and homes/pets of friends, family's and now complete strangers through this site. I was a volunteer soccer coach for 10 years. I hope my profile helps you determine if I'm a good fit for your pet/house sitting needs.
I'm looking forward to giving you peace of mind while you are away from your fur babies and home when you select me as your house/pet sitter.

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Trust

Gold member24 months
reviews5 star reviews

Availability

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eventCurrent bookings

2025: 16-27 May | 13 Aug - 1 Oct

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2025: 28 May - 27 Jun | 2-10 Oct

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0 - 1 week, 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +

where_to_votePreferred locations

Alaska: South Central, Southeast, Southwest, Arizona: North Central, Northern, West Coast, Arkansas: Ouachitas, Ozark Mountains, River Valley, Timberlands, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida: Central East, Central West, Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, Hawaii, Iowa: Northwest, Southwest, West Central, Kansas: KC Metro, Northeast, South Central, Southeast, Louisiana: Greater New Orleans, Maine: Downeast Acadia, Mid-coast, Southcoast, Sunrise Coast, Michigan, Minnesota: Metropolitan, South West, West Central, Nebraska: Southeastern, Nevada: Las Vegas, Pioneer Territory, Reno-Tahoe, New Mexico: Central, North Central, Northeast, Northwest, New York: 1000 Islands Seaway, Adirondacks, Central Leather Stocking, Chautauqua/Allegheny, Finger Lakes, New York City/Long Island, Niagara Frontier, North Carolina, Oregon: Mt. Hood & The Gorge, Oregon Coast, Portland, South Carolina: Historic Charleston, Low Country & Resort Islands, Myrtle Beach & The Grand Strand, Virgin Islands, Washington

Reviews (4)

Gene is a gem! He took excellent care of my dog Daisy and my home while I was away. He is conscientious and caring and a real dog lover! I will definitely use him to sit for me in the future.
Thank you Cynthia! I'm looking forward to seeing you and Daisy again!
Excellent. Thoughtful and dependable. Communicated very well and he obviously loves animals. We will request him again.
Gene is kind and has a calm presence. He was willing to come here a couple days early to get to know the animals and routine. He was very good with communication. We came home to our pets not stressed. We are grateful for the good care Gene gave our pets.
Gene did a great job taking care of my two labs and my daughter's lab. He took care of my vegetable and herb plants and fed our koi. He kept in touch and I was able to enjoy my vacation without worry.
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