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Marion the Pet Nanny

I will never cancel or quit once committed!

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61, Live-in Petnanny / Occasional Farmsitter / Hobby Chef

Full-time housesitter, live-in pet nanny. Providing affection, nurturing, and attention 24 hours in the pets' homes. Excellent references from other websites available in addition to the reviews here

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From $49/day or $325/week

The rates listed are just to give you an idea. I am not actually charging for my 24 hour house/ ... Read moreThe rates listed are just to give you an idea. I am not actually charging for my 24 hour house/ farm sitting service and pet care, as love is always free and can never be bought.

But I'll need the actual costs covered to get to your home and to live there (one way airfare or Amtrak with luggage, transportation from/to your airport, groceries).

24 hour care for pets in their own home!

Contact me to get a precise quote for your case!

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favoriteWhy we love house sitting

Serving all 50 states plus territories may very well be the biggest adventure in my life! Coming back to repeat clients' pets is the best thing of all, it almost feels like coming home. I also love the experience of ever changing landscapes, climate zones and cultures between the different states.

You want to pick a really trustworthy person to look after your home and your beloved pets (or farm animals). Someone who will never cancel or quit once committed, who will not call in sick and ruin your trip.

● 24 hour care for pets in their own home! ●

You want real peace of mind by knowing your beloved pets are happy and safe in their own home. You don't just want to hope for that - you want to make absolutely sure of that by choosing a nanny for them who truly loves them and who will ... Read moreYou want to pick a really trustworthy person to look after your home and your beloved pets (or farm animals). Someone who will never cancel or quit once committed, who will not call in sick and ruin your trip.

● 24 hour care for pets in their own home! ●

You want real peace of mind by knowing your beloved pets are happy and safe in their own home. You don't just want to hope for that - you want to make absolutely sure of that by choosing a nanny for them who truly loves them and who will send you daily pictures or videos to prove it.

● 156 successful sittings in 34 different states (US) since 2015!
● Especially experienced with care for elderly cats and dogs!
● All ages, all breeds, all sizes welcome!
● Excellent references!

*Complete schedule 2015-2027 available with details, ask me for the link!

I am accepting assignments for 2026 and 2027 now! No, it's not too early, 2025 is almost full.

Available dates left for 2025:
Nov 24 - Dec 19

Available for emergencies during:
Jun 2-12, 2025
(conditions apply, contact me for details and a quote for your individual case)


I have a genuine love for animals, and they know that, because they love me right back. It is really easy for me to quickly bond with cats, dogs, birds (that includes parakeets, conures, macaws, chickens, geese, turkeys and ducks!), rabbits, horses, llamas, alpacas, cows, donkeys, goats, sheep and pigs, even deer, or whatever animals that are in need of care.

● Experienced with rescues, fosters, kittens and puppies
● Experienced with anxious dogs and cats


I am clean, quiet and organized, completely reliable and absolutely dependable.

I will never cancel or quit once committed.

Of course I am not smoking or drinking, not partying or taking drugs or pills or whatever weird substances. I have been a vegetarian since 1984.

I am respectful and well mannered, have never had any accidents with any pets or farm animals, never any emergencies, and no pet has ever escaped in my care.

I am really responsible and have *stellar* references (22 testimonials on another website) to share in case you'd be interested. Ask me for the link!

I will also help you on a very short notice when you have an emergency (as long as I am available).

■ Available for all 50 states (USA) and US territories.
■ No criminal record.
■ No drinking or drug habits.
■ No drama in my life.
■ Vegetarian since 1984.
■ Non smoker since 1995.

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Pet care

petsWilling to care for these pets

DogsDogs
CatsCats
FishFish
BirdsBirds
Rabbits/Guinea PigsRabbits/Guinea Pigs
Chickens/Ducks/GeeseChickens/Ducks/Geese
Farm AnimalsFarm Animals
HorsesHorses

agricultureFarm experience

Horses, donkeys, nubian goats, dwarf goats, kunekune pigs, mini pigs, potbelly pigs, ducks, geese, chickens, special needs roosters, longhorns, llamas, alpacas, turtles, sheep, turkeys

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Gold member24 months
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diagnosisReferences

diagnosisAbout my references

I have 22 testimonials from home owners booking me through another website. All are published, ask ... Read moreI have 22 testimonials from home owners booking me through another website. All are published, ask me for the link! Some of them agreed to be contacted by prospective new clients to give them personal references about me

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Availability

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eventCurrent bookings

2025: 4 Apr - 2 Jun | 14 Jun - 10 Jul | 10 Jul - 3 Sep | 4-23 Sep | 24 Sep - 6 Oct | 8 Oct - 5 Nov | 6-23 Nov | 20 Dec - 2 Jan 2026 | 2026: 16 Jan - 7 Feb | 8-27 Feb

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

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Anywhere in the United States

Reviews (10)

Marion was exactly what we wanted. She took care of Oliver, a nine pound Mattese, just like we would. We never had to worry if he was being loved and pampered. Marion is all in for being your pets nanny. Both Oliver and Marion had a touching goodby moment when she left.
Marion was attentive to detail and very easy to work with. I highly recommend her to take care of your home and pets!
Marion watched our home and cat in November 2024. She kept the place tidy and our 15 year old kitty was healthy and happy when we returned. I would gladly ask her to sit for us again.
Marion was a joy to have in my home. The chickens were well cared for, and all accounted for upon my return, My five cats absolutely loved her! Marion updated me regularly via text, and I got to see my critters and the property on her super sweet instagram page. In the weeks leading up to her sit, I had to disclose to Marion that I was dealing with a rather tenuous (since resolved) domestic situation. She honored her commitment, didn't bat an eye and handled the whole situation with grace. ... MoreMarion was a joy to have in my home. The chickens were well cared for, and all accounted for upon my return, My five cats absolutely loved her! Marion updated me regularly via text, and I got to see my critters and the property on her super sweet instagram page. In the weeks leading up to her sit, I had to disclose to Marion that I was dealing with a rather tenuous (since resolved) domestic situation. She honored her commitment, didn't bat an eye and handled the whole situation with grace. For my first experience with a house sitter, it was altogether positive and I look forward to having Marion back!

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We really enjoyed having Marion come pet sit. Sadly one passed away a couple of weeks before she came, so she just had our little Georgie to care for. Marion had great communication before and during her stay. Georgie was a little timid after losing her "beau" Mikey but Marion comforted her while we were gone and even got kisses from Georgie on the morning she was leaving. Which tells us alot! Georgie, being a rescue dachshund does not bond easily with strangers, but Marion pulled it off. If ... MoreWe really enjoyed having Marion come pet sit. Sadly one passed away a couple of weeks before she came, so she just had our little Georgie to care for. Marion had great communication before and during her stay. Georgie was a little timid after losing her "beau" Mikey but Marion comforted her while we were gone and even got kisses from Georgie on the morning she was leaving. Which tells us alot! Georgie, being a rescue dachshund does not bond easily with strangers, but Marion pulled it off. If you are looking for a house cleaner or yard care taker, Marion is not your person. If you are looking for someone that will pamper your fur kids, make sure they are loved and will cared AND receive great communication while you are gone then you will not find a better person for the job!

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Marion took very good care of my cats. As a cat sitter, she was excellent. As a house sitter, I was less impressed. Marion left dirty dishes in the sink and on the stove, as well as food waste in several places, and while she did reach out to tell me this would be the case, I found the explanation that her time of departure snuck up on her rather strange, since she had been there for more than a month by the time she left. She also was not very effective at caring for the yard, even ... MoreMarion took very good care of my cats. As a cat sitter, she was excellent. As a house sitter, I was less impressed. Marion left dirty dishes in the sink and on the stove, as well as food waste in several places, and while she did reach out to tell me this would be the case, I found the explanation that her time of departure snuck up on her rather strange, since she had been there for more than a month by the time she left. She also was not very effective at caring for the yard, even though I had made it clear that cutting the grass was a priority for the stay. I returned to find it overgrown and had to put in a full day's work to restore things to their usual condition. This was a paid stay, not a simple exchange for free lodging, so I was particularly surprised by these shortfalls.

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I am very disappointed to receive such a bad review. I had only subsequently learnt that I was hired mainly to save him the cost of lawn care. My forte is and always will be pet care. My utmost priority is always the happiness and wellbeing of the pets. As he admits, his cats were taken care of ... MoreI am very disappointed to receive such a bad review. I had only subsequently learnt that I was hired mainly to save him the cost of lawn care. My forte is and always will be pet care. My utmost priority is always the happiness and wellbeing of the pets. As he admits, his cats were taken care of excellently. I had struggled with a bad infection for the last 2 weeks prior of my departure. Unlike other sitters I did not quit my post, I dealt with it on location and never compromised in pet care. I am sorry I couldn't leave the kitchen as sparkly as he expected under these circumstances. About the lawncare: the ground was uneven and the battery driven mower did not cut as low as I would have liked. I had mowed the lawn the day before my departure, so there is no way it was "overgrown"!

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Marion is a true animal lover with relevant knowledge and experience. She took excellent care of my elderly cat. Even made sure the outdoor bird feeders were full.
As a veterinarian I appreciate a housesitter/petsitter who is very experienced and knowledgeable. Marion certainly fits that description. She is trustworthy and dependable. I was completely comfortable leaving my animals in her care, knowing they would be pampered and tended competently!
Marion got along famously with my 2 dogs and a stray cat that someone dumped on me right before I left. She did a great job and I will call on her again.
Marion was a wonderful sitter for Ollie. She came in a day early to learn about his schedule and was very attentive to details. She was very quick to respond if I had a question and sent us daily pictures of Ollie. He took to Marion right away, she is a warm and caring person and I think he could sense that. Marion also took extra precautions to keep Ollie from hearing fireworks over the holiday weekend because he is so afraid of the noise. I would highly recommend Marion.
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Green garden!

Make sure the garden and potted plants are thriving when you return home. A house sitter will do this for you.

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