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Pommie Pet People - Choose Kindness and Love

65, Retired Teacher.

68, Retired IT Consultant

Hello :)

We're your quintessential animal loving Poms. We provide loving home-based care for your pets. Your pets welfare and the security of your home is central to what we do.

We are fit, non-smoking, retired professionals. We have Enhanced Police checks from the Australian Federal and British Police Force.

On top of our 37 Aussie Housesitter reviews we also have 28 Trusted Housesitter reviews as we register with both sites. Let our THS Hosts do the talking as well:

We can’t recommend Marlene and Greg highly enough! They make a great team and have been the best sitters we’ve ever had!
Every aspect of the sit was perfect, from the pre-meeting, the communication while away, and then the ‘hand-back’ once we returned. They are highly experienced with many sits under their belts, which was extremely reassuring for us, as our dog can be quite demanding. They also had some great tips for us when we were leaving so that it was less emotional for us and our pup lol.
Marlene and Greg both love the outdoors, visiting parks and beaches, and being super active, so it was perfect for our very active and ball-obsessed dog. They were also happy to include her in other activities, taking her in their car on short trips. We received the right amount of pics and video updates which helped us totally relax while travelling. It was obvious on our return, that Bodhi absolutely loved being with them too. Lastly, the apartment was super clean and even looked tidier :-). Even though it was only a short sit, we can’t wait to use their services the next time we travel. Thank you Marlene and Greg!
GOLD COAST QLD Australia. November/December 2024 - D & J

First and foremost, Marlene and Greg are just lovely people.
They've clearly done this many times before and other positive feedback they've received is spot on.
They were very well organised before the sit and asked the right questions about the house and dogs to make sure they were across everything.
Plenty of dog updates were provided throughout the sit of their walks and runs at the park.
Marlene and Greg are very experienced handlers and the dogs had a great time with them.
House was absolutely spotless when we returned and the dogs fast asleep from so much activity whilst we were away.
Gold Coast, QLD, Australia · 13 Nov - 25 Nov 2024 - Craig

'' Marlene and Greg are the best and our preferred sitters. Having worked with us
three times now we know how effective and competent they are. We loaded them up with an extra pooch this time, and they handled all three dogs with ease. Terrific communication and updates while we were away for nearly a month. The dogs are already missing their twice a day walks. Can’t say enough about these people.'' Aug/Sept 2024. Hans

And now back to us:
We understand that you want nothing more than to relax whilst away knowing your home and pets are being well-cared for. We also understand that leaving your precious things with strangers is huge and we take this responsibility very seriously. We are confident we can give you total peace of mind. Whenever possible we come to meet you and your pets before agreeing a house sit, this ensures we are all on the same page and your pets get to give their opinion as well! If it is not possible to meet prior we can Whatsapp, Facetime or Skype to discuss things fully.

We love meeting new people but have zero interest in sticky-beaking into your lives. This means that we don't go rifling about in your cupboards or drawers, we don't crack safes, we have total respect for your privacy. If you have books I would like to look at them and if you have a piano I would love to play it.

Our hobbies include walking, sailing, snorkelling and swimming. At home, Greg loves to follow Sport. I enjoy crafting and reviewing books - currently reading Apeirogon by Colum McCann :)

As well as our Homeowner Reviews, we have old-fashioned (!) written references and our longstanding Australian friends are very happy to recommend us. Our 'Reviews' speak for themselves - take a look at them and also those from Trusted House Sitters - I've put a link for our Trusted House-Sitters Profile and 27 recent reviews. We do loads of re-sits so must be doing something right :)

Our Pet Care:
As a rule, we give dogs two good walks a day (with due consideration for the dogs age, needs and health). We vary the outings daily - maybe a dog park with new friends to meet; a dog beach for a swim if they like that, or for the older or quieter souls, one-on-one walks just with us. If your dogs have a routine walk you want continued we will follow that for you as well. Your preferences for your Pet will be given top priority. In the Summer we walk at sun-up and sundown. We will spend a lot of time with your pet because in our experience it keeps them happy and settled while you are absent. We give the same care and attention to all pets we're asked to look after. We also love and care for cats, horses, ponies, goats, rabbits, aviaries, chickens, ducks, tortoises, fish, bees, sheep, alpaca, tree frogs and even stick insects! Happy to feed Sourdough starters!

Our primary house-sitting area is the Gold Coast and Hinterland. We have regular re-sits in Sydney - one of which is an Airbnb just for Dogs. We're happy to travel further when our schedule allows. As well as House sits we've completed Business sits, successfully overseeing a Wholesale Plant Nursery in Queensland, an Airbnb in Gold Coast and a Cellar Door in France.

If you've read this far (well done) so 'What next?'
Firstly, get in touch with us. We will always come and meet you and introduce ourselves before accepting the responsibility of caring for your home and animals.
We will show you our documentation, additional references and Police check certificates. During this home visit ( or Skype) we try and get as much information about your requirements as possible - this is an informal Q&A session which goes both ways. It's also a good time to meet your pet and understand their routine and preferences.

We are confident in our ability to offer you complete peace of mind. Our promise to you is to keep your precious home and pets safe and well-cared for while you relax on your trip.

Get in touch if you think we can help you.
All Best wishes, Marlene and Greg

To view our Trusted House-Sitter Profile and 28 reviews please contact us for a link. Or go to the website and look for us under Gold Coast City - Surfers Paradise.
All our latest reviews from UK and Australia can be found there. Admin advised that I'm not allowed to put a direct link here for you!

Anyway, Don't take our word for it - let our Homeowners speak for us!

First and foremost, Marlene and Greg are just lovely people.
They've clearly done this many times before and other positive feedback they've received is spot on.
They were very well organized before the sit and asked the right questions about the house and dogs to make sure they were across everything.
Plenty of dog updates were provided throughout the sit of their walks and runs at the park.
Marlene and Greg are very experienced handlers and the dogs had a great time with them.
House was absolutely spotless when we returned and the dogs fast asleep from so much activity whilst we were away.

We'd love Marlene and Greg to sit for us again.

Craig - Gold Coast, QLD, Australia · 13 Nov - 25 Nov 2024

Nina - Broadbeach Waters
Marlene and Greg, thank you once again for taking care of our furry kids and the house. It is so comforting to know they're in such good hands when we are so far away. Looking forward to seeing you again in late September for another housesit - Digby and Goldy will be very happy - you give them more walks than we do xx Nina

Hi Marlene
I’m very happy to provide a reference for you and Greg as you are The BEST house / dog sitters.

“ Marlene and Greg have house / dog sat for us on 4 occasions in the last 7 months. We’ve asked them back because they are such good sitters. It was easy to tell how well they had bonded with our dog as he got so excited every time he saw them. He absolutely loves them and we can go away with total peace of mind knowing that our home and dog are being very, very well looked after. Marlene and Greg took our border collie puppy everywhere with them which he just loved. They also respected the rules we had for our pup. While we have been away they kept us up to date with what our dog was doing by sending photos but otherwise managed everything at home without troubling us. They are very friendly and easy to communicate with, well organized, respectful and just all round great people. We’d love to have them house sit for us again. “

Reviews (37)
We are so grateful for the love and care Marlene and Greg showed to our dogs Buddy & Pippa, our chickens and roosters and our home. It was our second time having Marlene and Greg sit for us and it was absolute piece of mind for us. They are both wonderful people and we look forward to welcoming them again at any time and would highly recommend them as trusted house sitters who communicate effectively and care for your animals as if they were there own.
 
SIOBHAN (Worongary QLD, Dec 2024 - 5 nights - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
As always Marlene and Greg did the absolute best job of looking after our little dog and our house. I am pretty sure our dog Bob loves them as much as us and I never worry about leaving him with them. I feel very lucky to have found them
 
JOCELYN (Sundown court Tamborine QLD, Oct 2024 - 3 weeks - 1 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Thank you J and Al. I know this re-reviewing is a pain in the butt LOL We love Bob with all our hearts.
As always, Marlene and Greg were wonderful with both looking after our home and Digby. He just loves them!! :)
 
NINA (Broadbeach Waters QLD, Oct 2024 - 6 nights - 1 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Marlene and Greg are fabulous. Communication was excellent from the start. I felt confident our home and pets were in very capable hands. Communication continued throughout the duration of their stay with regular photos and updates of their adventures together. We returned to very calm animals who had been well cared for. The house was clean and tidy. I would highly recommend Marlene and Greg as house and pet sitters.
 
MELISSA (Watsons Bay NSW, Sep 2024 - 1 week 3 nights)
This was our first time using a house sitter. We were attracted to Marlene and Greg because of their experience, maturity and great reviews. And now I can see why others have been so impressed with them. They took the time before the sit to meet with us twice, help us to understand the process, and meet our pets. They gave us a checklist/questionnaire in advance to make sure we had provided them with all the information they would need in the case of any unforeseen eventuality. Their ... MORE
 
STEVEN (Bonogin QLD, Sep 2024 - 2 weeks)
Always a pleasure to have Marlene and Greg house/dog sit for us. They are so easy to deal with and treat our house and dog wonderfully.
 
CAROL (Mermaid Waters QLD, Sep 2024 - 1 week 2 nights - 1 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Well, what can I say? Marlene And Greg are just amazing. This is their second sit for us and I would never use anyone else if they were always available. Our little dog adores them and I am always so happy to leave him in their care because I know they look after him as well as if not better than us and that is something for me to say, because I reckon we look after him pretty well But there is more, because they are just so considerate and thoughtful when they stay in your house. One ... MORE
 
JOCELYN (Sundown court Tamborine QLD, Jul 2024 - 4 weeks - 2 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Marlene and Greg are the best house sitters. They made our holiday so much more relaxing because we knew our house and our dog were being SO well looked after. I think our dog loves them more than he loves us! He even wanted to jump in the car with them when they were leaving. Thank you so much Marlene and Greg for the care you take and the loving attention you give to our dog.
 
CAROL (Mermaid Waters QLD, Jun 2024 - 1 week 3 nights - 2 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Greg and Marlene looked our home and elderly dog (who required regular medication) for 6 weeks. They went above and beyond in all aspects. They handled hitches with sense and ease. We came home to a spotless home, pool and plants. AND a very happy and spoilt dog 🐕 🥰
 
OLIVE (Mudgeeraba QLD, May 2024 - 4 weeks)
Marlene & Greg were wonderful house sitters. We are so greatful for the love, care and affection that they showed our two little dogs Pippa & Buddy. Their communication was outstanding and we felt very comfortable having them in our home. We would happily have Marlene & Greg back for house sitting and we would reccommend them to others looking for outstanding care and peace of mind for their pets and home ❤️ Many thanks to Marlene & Greg
 
SIOBHAN (Worongary QLD, May 2024 - 1 week 1 night - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Marlene and Greg have housesat but, more importantly, looked after our fur baby numerous times and they're the best. Our dog Digby hadn't seen them for a few years (thanks Co-Vid) but as soon as they walked in the front gate, he raced up and welcomed them. This is unusual for him as he's normally cautious so it speaks volumes about the positive and loving impact Marlene and Greg have had on our boy. I highly recommend them to anyone for housesitting (they do a good job there too) but for ... MORE
 
NINA (Broadbeach Waters QLD, May 2023 - 3 weeks - 2 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Marlene and Greg did a superb job looking after our two small dogs. One is normally very standoffish with new people and they won her over quite early. The house was left spotless on departure. Greg also did a great job cleaning up my woodworking shed.
 
LAWRENCE (Mount Tamborine QLD, May 2023 - 7 days)
Marlene and Greg were great sitters. We felt completely at ease leaving them to care for our three horses, two dogs, cat, chooks and geese. They provided us with regular updates and were very easy going and friendly foks.
 
SAMANTHA (Wongawallan QLD, Mar 2023 - 1 week 3 days)
Marlene and Greg were absolutely amazing. We would recommend them 100%. They don't just house sit , they really got to know our animals. 2 horses and a little rescue dog. In our case. And all the animals loved them. Our house was cleaner when we got home than when we left. Even the widows were clean (how could you beat that), Greg also went above and beyond with mowing and removing a fallen tree from our paddock . They stayed in touch while we were away with great photos and updates. ... MORE
 
JOCELYN (Tamborine QLD, Feb 2023 - 3 weeks - 3 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Marlene and her partner did a great job looking after our home and our big boy Morty. We got lots of photos and updates of Morty romping around the yard, and we could tell he had plenty of love and cuddles. I'm not sure he wanted us to come home! Thank you both so much for your extra care and for going above and beyond,
 
MATILDA (Gold Coast / Tallai QLD, Feb 2023 - 1 week)
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I must say Morty is a gentle giant and it was a real pleasure caring for him. He enjoyed his runs in the paddock and particularly loves hanging out with us and being groomed. He's gorgeous! Your verandah is a great place to hang out - we really enjoyed the ... MORE
From start to finish Marlene and Greg were wonderful house sitters. It was our first time using house sitters and we could not have dreamed of anyone better. From the first meet and greet we could tell that Marlene and Greg were well organised, reliable, experienced and most importantly love dogs. Communication was amazing and I had lots of reassuring messages and photos while I was away. Upon return, our dogs were so happy as if we hadn't been away at all. Also, the house was clean and well ... MORE
 
JOANNE (Worongary QLD, Jan 2023 - 1 week 1 day)
Marlene and Greg were wonderful house and dog sitters. From the first communication I felt confident that they would look after our house and our dog as if they were their own and they certainly did. We came home to a very clean house and a very happy dog. They had obviously spent a lot of time with our pup and made sure that he had plenty of walks. They had even taken the time and effort to do some training with him. Marlene was very good at keeping us updated while we were away. ... MORE
 
CAROL (Mermaid Waters QLD, Dec 2022 - 4 weeks - 3 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
Rating: 5.0 YOUR REVIEW OF THEM: Thank you for your wonderful review Carol and Greg. We always give 100% when we Pet/House and garden sit and it is great to have our efforts appreciated and recognized! For future prospective Sitters we can confirm this is a great Sit opportunity, Carol and Greg ... MORE
As new time users, we were a little anxious about leaving our home & furry friends in the hands of strangers. Marlene & Greg were fantastic communicators and answered all of our questions thoroughly. They were proficient in obtaining all the info they needed to take care of everything and remained in touch throughout our trip away. We came home to happy furry friends and a clean & tidy home.
 
ROSA (Varsity Lakes QLD, Nov 2022 - 6 days)
Our 2animals were very well taken care of
 
ANNA (Runaway Bay QLD, Nov 2022 - 25 days)
I knew when I faced time Marlene and Greg that they were the sitters for us. We immediately clicked and we were not disappointed in our-expectations of their sit in fact they exceeded it. Oscar was attached to them almost immediately and loved the attention he was receiving in his twice daily walks and playtime. The house was spotless when we returned and everything neat and tidy. We especially loved the photos and videos sent to us on an almost daily basis of their time with Oscar. Would love ... MORE
 
VICKI (Miami QLD, Oct 2022 - 3 weeks)
I highly recommend Marlene and Greg as experienced housesitters. They did a fantastic job looking after our dog Lilly and cat Oscar - lots of walks, cuddles and attention - and they were great at keeping us updated whilst away. They looked after the house, including the pool, and showed full care and attention. I wouldn't hesitate to use Marlene and Greg again for our housesitting needs.
 
CHERYL (Mermaid Waters QLD, Sep 2022 - 2 weeks)
Marlene and Greg are a lovely couple who will take good care of your home and pets. Great communication throughout. Thanks and we will see you again sometime In The future.
 
JEN (Elanora QLD, Feb 2019 - 4 days)
Marlene and Greg were great sitters and Kirra was happy and content when we arrived home House clean and tidy
 
SUE (Gold Coast QLD, Feb 2019 - 3 days)
Marlene and Greg were very professional in their approach, with a system in place to ensure a great housesitting experience. They came to our home to meet us in person, asked lots of questions, took notes and followed with a questionnaire via email. They are a wonderful, warm, friendly couple. They stayed in touch via text during the week we were away which was great. They were fantastic with Mia, our dog and took her to the beach, to dog parks and even on a day trip to Byron Bay! It was ... MORE
 
DAN AND MICHELLE (Surfers Paradise QLD, Feb 2019 - 1 week)
Marlene and Greg did a fantastic job taking care of my two fur children Ash and Sox-C. Also kept an eye on my mum who has a medical condition. I come back to relaxed dogs. Communication was great via email and kept me updated. Would definitely use them again.
 
NADIA (Mermaid Waters QLD, Jan 2019 - 1 week)
Marlene and Greg looked after our home and our precious chocolate lab 'Jeddy' with such genuine care and attention. Their dedication and passion for caring for Jeddy (and our home) was made evident by their regular communication especially as Jeddy had to have daily medication for his ear infection. We were updated regularly about his improvement. The house was spotless when we returned home. I would recommend Marlene and Greg for any house sit and have already booked them for another ... MORE
 
VIVIENNE (Broadbeach Waters QLD, Dec 2018)
We were extremely happy with Marlene & Greg. Very impressed on how professional they were & also thought it was a great idea meeting up with them before the housesit. They took great care of our house & our 2 dogs. We wouldn't hesitate in using them again. Karen & Jim
 
KAREN & JIM (Palm Beach QLD, Dec 2018 - 4 days)
Marlene and Greg came and looked after our three dogs wonderfully. Our house was looked after and they both come highly recommended. We were kept Upton date with photos of the dogs and the adventures they had. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
 
LOUISE (Mount Nathan QLD, Nov 2018 - 2 weeks 5 days)
Really pleased with Marlene & Greg, lovely friendly people who took great care of our house and our dog. Would definitely recommend them.
 
GEMMA (Benowa QLD, Nov 2018 - 4 days)
6 weeks of stress free time overseas knowing our home and much loved little dog, Saba, were in Marlene & Greg's capable & loving hands. We feel so fortunate they were able to housesit for this period of time. Not only did we return to an immaculate house and a well cared for little dog, we also had brilliant email updates and felt totally at ease the whole time we were away. We cannot recommend Marlene & Greg highly enough and sincerely hope we may be fortunate enough to have them housesit ... MORE
 
GLENN & LINDA (Tamborine Mountain QLD, Aug 2018 - 1 month 2 weeks)
No rating Marlene and Greg were wonderful carers of both our home and our small dogs. They're obviously experienced at house/dog minding as they were comfortable with the process and knew what to do! They met with us twice before hand and asked some really good questions so we knew our home was in good hands. I recommend them to anyone seeking responsible, caring house/animal sitters.
NINA (Broadbeach Waters QLD, Jan 2018 - 2 weeks - 3 of 3 endorsements from this owner )
No rating Marlene and Greg are a lovely caring couple, both for my home and our beloved fluffy dog Benson. Coming to meet us prior was much appreciated and Benson was definitely an immediate fan. I have no hesitation in recommending them to house sit your home.
LISA (Mount Cotton QLD, Jan 2018)
Could not have asked for a more perfect couple to look after my two staffies. Pre and during house sit, communication was second to none. Greg and Marlene went out of their way to meet me prior, put me at ease and left me feeling really good about leaving my home and dogs in safe hands. Came home to happy, healthy and much adored dogs and a very clean house. I absolutely recommend Greg and Marlene to care for your home and pets.
 
MEL (Upper Coomera QLD, Nov 2017 - 4 weeks)
We would love to recommend Marlene and Greg. They looked after our home, three dogs, fish tank and our veggie garden whilst we went to Thailand for two weeks. They did a wonderful job and we will be asking them back again. We came home to very happy dogs, fish, and our veggies were flourishing. If you would like to call me to confirm, my number is 0402 879 613.
 
MARK COWPER (Mudgeeraba QLD, Nov 2017 - 2 weeks 2 days)
Marlene & Greg have just finished looking after my home and my precious pets. I had my first holiday in 4 years, and was able to enjoy it without worry, knowing all was well at home. Constant updates from M & G gave me such peace of mind. I would recommend them to any owner, without hesitation.
 
DIANNE (Tamborine QLD, Oct 2017 - 1 week 1 day)
No rating Marlene and Greg did a great job of looking after our elderly cat and watering our gardens whilst we took a 4 day mini-vacation. We found them to be a trustworthy couple who communicated well and took on the responsibility of our property with enthusiasm. I look forward to furthering our friendship with Marlene and Greg and hope to be able to use their services again in the future.
MICHELLE & MICK (Logan Reserve QLD, Oct 2017 - 4 days)
No rating The best dog sitters!! Marlene and Greg went above and beyond, taking Loui out on all sorts of fab adventures. They made themselves available to meet beforehand and kept in good communication whilst we were away. I would highly recommend.
ANTHEA (Bundall QLD, Oct 2017 - 4 days)
 
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