Work exchange in United States: House and Pet Sitter in Seattle

What you offer

16h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 1 week

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

There are always plenty of things to do around here. We have three kids and three dogs. Sometimes, we like to get out of town! We are looking for a responsible, dog loving, adult to stay with our pets and mind the house tasks while we travel.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

7 Meeting locals
5 Immersing in the local culture
5 Practicing English
3 Get in touch with nature
2 Developing social awareness
2 Meeting international travelers

Marie Luisa

Germany

I had a great stay in Seattle with Cheryl, Chris, their lovely kids and especially dogs!They always made sure you felt comfortable and really did everything to explain to you their day to day life and what your tasks are etc. Even if I didn't understand something right away they were very patient and understanding, and really made sure I got everything! Dont feel scared to ask! I got to meet new people such as their lovely dogwalker J, who always listened and talked to me about everything! Be prepared to fall in love with their dogs and their very individual characters as you get to know them

3 months ago

Cheryl replied

Thank you so much Malu! Please keep in touch! <3 No worries about needing to be flexible. That comes with the territory of hosting travelers. :)

Rosie

United Kingdom

Thank you Cheryl for being such a lovely host! Cheryl always made sure I was comfortable in my stay (with food, bedding, tasks etc) i loved getting to know Cheryl and her family- especially the dogs! the tasks are made very clear and are not difficult once you get the hang of things, and there is plenty of free time for you to explore Seattle. I had a lovely time 🫶🏼

5 months ago

Cheryl replied

Thank you, Rosie! The pleasure was all ours. :) Good luck with your future plans and travels. <3

Caitlin

Georgia

Cheryl is a fabulous host, truly a joy to volunteer for! She went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was comfortable and that we had plenty of time to explore Seattle. Her support made it very easy to organize and achieve our responsibilities as volunteers; our tasks were thoroughly documented, and Cheryl was extremely responsive when we had questions or concerns. We adore the family dogs and the warm space they've cultivated in the city! We would do this experience again in a heartbeat :)

about 1 year ago

Cheryl replied

Thank you, Caitlin! It was a real pleasure hosting you! <3

Tiffany

United States

This experience was spectacular! Cheryl is a Wonder Woman inside Seattle. I enjoyed my time in her home caring for her animals over winter break. Cheryl & her family are all engulfed in various activities and will encourage you to do the same! I'd recommend this experience to anyone whose looking for a little challenge and a lot of fun and freedom! Thank you so much Cheryl!! Can't wait to see you all again!

about 1 year ago

Romina

Mexico

Great experience! Loved getting to know the family as well as the city.

about 3 years ago

Cheryl replied

Thanks, Romina. Best of luck on your future travel and education plans. :)

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Hosted by Cheryl

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