Hello! We are Ivan & Denys, a reliable couple based in the Durham area. Animals have been a part of our lives since childhood, and we spent years looking after the homes and pets of our friends. Over the past 2 years on the TrustedHouseSitters we have completed more than 20 successful sits with 100% 5-star reviews across the globe - including the UK, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and Bali. Feel free to ask for the link to our THS profile to see our experience and read our verified reviews. We lead a healthy, smoke-free and alcohol-free lifestyle. Our Pet Care Experience We are true animal lovers who adore active interaction - whether it’s long energetic walks, gentle cuddles, interactive playtime, or just keeping your pet company. Over the years, we have cared for a wide variety of animals, from dogs and cats to fish and even a turtle. Our experience covers special medical and behavioral needs: • Administering medications, pills, ointments, eye drops, lotions, and specialized paw treatments. • Caring for senior pets (including a 20-year-old dog) and young puppies (ages 2–3 months requiring training and patience). • Looking after pets with special conditions, such as a three-legged cat. • Working with anxious or protective dogs, providing the extra patience, calm energy, and reassurance they need to feel safe. What Owners Say About Us (Our Strengths) Pet parents frequently highlight our reliability, self-sufficiency, and meticulous cleanliness. As homeowners note in their 20+ five-star reviews, we leave houses in an immaculate condition (often cleaner than when they left!). We are also proactive: during a sudden typhoon in Japan, we spent the morning cleaning up all debris to ensure the property was safe. Homeowners trust us so much that many of our sits are repeat bookings. Our Routine & Approach • Communication: We provide regular, daily photo and video updates so you can enjoy your time away with total peace of mind. • Routine: We strictly follow your pet’s usual feeding, walking, and sleeping schedule. • Sleeping arrangements: We are completely fine with pets sleeping in the same room (or bed) if that’s what they are used to. • Multiple Pets: Because there are two of us, we easily handle multi-pet households (such as managing 4 cats, or simultaneous sits with 2 dogs and 4 cats), ensuring every single animal gets undivided attention. • Long-term sits: We also have experience with long-term sits. Our longest sit lasted two months, and we’re totally happy to do longer sits while you enjoy your holiday. Please Note We offer in-home pet sitting services at the owners' location and do not host pets at our own place. We would be thrilled to meet you and your furry family members in Durham and surrounding areas!