Kim

I may have had a life-changing experience taking care of beautiful, generous, protective Moka, a male Border Collie and Chili his Lady cat side kick at the house of Kim and Tim. This house sit was a healing experience for me as I travelled from the drier and mediterranean landscape of Pyrénées Orientales to the explosion of greenery at springtime in Ariège, close to the southern border with Spain. Moka was my companion on all my explorations of the many valleys of the area. Together we travelled from the stunning mountainous location of the house facing the Pyrenees to the valleys below by the one lane road leading below. Each time Moka had an endearing smile on his face after climbing in my car and he would also roll his body on the ground in sheer delight and appreciation after we returned. He was easy to take care of and he listened to my commands. He is a spirited dog which made our interactions all the more pleasant. The Lady cat was another poem, delicate and feminine, yet so cautious and startled with strangers that she mostly stayed outside. But she could be petted at the time of her feeding as she truly loved eating her food. I had many conversations with Kim and Tim especially about the environment they live in and I spent a full day with Kim prior to their departure. She showed me the area and the places where to shop in St Girons, the nearby town. Most importantly she shared with me her understanding and appreciation of the ways of the people there. Kim and Tim felt as old time friends. This housesit is a gem that I fully recommend.