Top floor apartment outside of Dublin with a happy lazy dog & grumpy cat

Introduction

We are Kristy and Joel, Americans currently living in Ireland. Joel is a software engineer and Kristy is a crafter, mostly building cosplays. We like to travel when we can, and often visit the US to see our family and attend a major convention. During these times we need someone we can trust to stay with our animal companions and watch over our place.

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Home & location

Recently renovated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom flat located a short walk from downtown Swords. It has a peaceful park across the street which features an old castle which is free to visit. There are plenty of options for food within walking distance offering a variety of cuisines. Bus stops are just outside the building which can take you around Swords as well as down to Dublin City.

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Responsibilities

Strider, our dog, is pretty easy going. He doesn't play often, and when he does it's in short bursts. He is scared of almost everything, especially if it makes a noise. Other than that he likes to lay around and be lazy. Strider usually gets taken out to the park for using the bathroom three times per day - morning, mid afternoon, and before bed. If he needs go to out any other time he will let your know typically by hopping at the door, or getting your attention and then going to the door. He gets fed in the morning, usually around 9am (or closest to that if you're going out). His dinner is at 9:00pm/21:00. There are also a couple of nice parks where you can go on lovely walks with him. -- Siryn, our cat, does her own thing. She is very pretty, but a bit of a grouch who does not like to be touched. Sometimes she will hiss at people she doesn't know, but she will not attack as long as you do not invade her space. She enjoys being in the room with people, but doesn't like to be bothered. She can be very sweet, but only at her own discretion. She gets fed the same times as Strider (more details provided with notes in the apartment). Her litter box should be cleaned out every other day. There is a laser pointer that she will sometimes play with. It is also useful to get her to move out of your way if she is blocking your path with a menacing look.

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Meet the pets

Photo of Strider

Strider

11 years

Photo of Siryn

Siryn

7 years

Sitter Reviews (5)

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We want to express our sincere gratitude, Joel and Kristy, for allowing us to take care of Strider and Syrin while you were away. Strider is a very docile, loving, playful and companionable dog - it was even hard to say goodbye because it's impossible not to get attached to him! lol Syrin is a beautiful kitten, but she is more reserved, but it was also very easy to take care of her, as long as her space is respected. We can also add that we were very comfortable in the house, a large room with a great view and a perfect location. Swords is a very beautiful town, the park where Strider usually walks is next to a castle, and there is a direct bus to the center of Dublin. But all this and much more is well detailed in printed material that the couple makes available, and we must add that Joel and Kristy are very organized in this regard, as well as being very receptive. They had the patience to talk to us and to understand us, as we are not fluent in English, and they gave us good tips. Anyway, it was great, and we would definitely recommend this family to anyone! Cheers, Eduardo and Ericka

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Stayed: 28 May 2024 - 06 Jun 2024
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Stayed: 17 Oct 2023 - 23 Oct 2023
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We had the absolute pleasure of pet sitting for Kristy and Joel. Their flat is at a perfect location with two beautiful parks just around the corner as well as grocery shops and cafés within 10 minutes walk. Dublin is only a 20 minutes drive away, so it‘s perfect for day trips. Also the beach is only 10 minutes drive away. Kristy and Joel left their house with detailed instructions which made it very easy for us. They were all the time available if we had any questions. Strider is absolutely lovely and we miss him already. His little face is full of expressions and if you‘re lucky he will show you his happy dance. Siryn is a very independet cat and not easy to win over. After one week she started to trust us and joined us in the living room and before we knew it she was hanging out with us. We can highly recommend this sit. We would happily look after Strider and Siryn again.

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Stayed: 22 Aug 2023 - 15 Sep 2023
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Kristy and Joel were so wonderful and welcoming. I had the opportunity to spend some time to get to know them and their furry family, Strider and Siryn. Strider is a loving dog and we had a great time together walking in the park and playing in the apartment. He's a gentle soul and really enjoys being around you. I let Siryn do her thing and she slowly warmed up to having me around. I really enjoyed my stay in Kristy and Joel's place and would love to visit again. Thank you!

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Stayed: 03 Nov 2022 - 07 Nov 2022
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Stayed: 24 Aug 2022 - 12 Sep 2022

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Last time sitter needed: 6 months 23 days ago