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House sit South Melbourne

02-Jun-2019 – 20-Jun-2019
19 Days stay
Responsiveness
Calvin cat.
Isabelle and Sam the dog.

Assignment Requirements

I’m the Queen cat Isabelle and I share my palace with another cat Calvin, two humans and a dog, Sam. The humans have decided to go overseas for two and a half weeks in June. Unfortunately, Calvin and I aren’t very good with a tin opener so we’re looking for an adult or two to take care of us and the dog in our home.

We live in a small townhouse in South Melbourne. We’ve got our own large balcony with a cat flap. But for you, the CBD is only ten minutes away via a tram. Albert Park lake and the Botanic gardens are only a short stroll away (5-10 minutes). It’s a really great location and our complex has a communal garden and lots of native shrubs, trees and birds. The kitchen is new, clean and modern with an induction hob and self-cleaning oven! No scrubbing required. Our place is a beautiful quiet space for you to enjoy.

Calvin & Isabelle

Both rescue cats are black, medium-haired, tiny and totally gorgeous. Calvin is nearly four years old and is very brave, although he finds new people a scary. He is very gentle and he loves to play his own games. He only likes one type of cat food and he prefers to eat alone. We will make sure the kitchen is well stocked.

Isabelle is two and doesn’t like to be picked up. She’s scared of electricians, wary of new people, but after a belly rub or two she is all yours and she will melt your heart. She’s less fussy when it comes to food and will eat a mixture of raw, tinned and biscuits.

Sam

I’m pretty sure if there was a ‘Cutest dog of the year’ award Sam would win it every year. Although he’s four he looks like a cute labrador puppy but he’s actually a Lab/Staffy cross. He loves food, walks, playing ball and sleeping on the sofa with the humans. (He’s not allowed on the bed)

He’s a rescue dog, so he has separation anxiety and strange noises can worry him. He loves to be with his humans and he needs two trips out a day. He has very good recall and loves his off-lead time but fortunately there's also a fully enclosed dog park just across the road where he loves to visit his other doggie pals and play ball. If you like walks around Albert Park lake, take Sam, he loves them. Although he likes sprinting, he’s not a fan of running on lead. He knows a few tricks and if he can focus, he can roll over and play dead.

During the weekends, his favourite other human might take him for a sleepover or just visit and take him for a walk to the beach.

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About the Area

South Melbourne Melbourne, Victoria
Suburb Insights
Settling into South Melbourne reveals a neighbourhood with an established rhythm, largely shaped by its iconic market. This isn't just a place for groceries; it's a social anchor, where people pause for conversations and coffee. You'll observe residents and their pets making their daily rounds, creating a comfortable sense of familiarity. Taking your temporary companion for their morning stroll down the leafy side streets, you’ll quickly pick up on the local patterns, perhaps exchanging a nod with a regular. For active pets, Albert Park Lake's expansive track provides an excellent route for a good run or a leisurely sniff-about, the city skyline your backdrop. After their exercise, perhaps a quick stop at a Clarendon Street cafe becomes part of your routine. These walks are not just about exercise; they're your gateway to discovering local nooks and the friendly faces you’ll pass each day. Essential pet supplies or a fresh cut of meat from the market are always nearby. Life here moves with a comfortable hum; it's a suburb that feels lived-in rather than frenetic. Trams along Clarendon Street offer straightforward connections to the city centre or, in the other direction, the quieter coastal paths of Port Melbourne for a change of scenery. This ease of access makes it simple to manage errands, take your charge to new walking spots, or simply explore beyond your temporary doorstep, always knowing the familiar comfort of South Melbourne awaits your return.