Michael E.

Michael, Hiroko and Kai (and I am sure Leila too though we didn't meet her) are a very easygoing and likeable bunch. There is a very relaxed and comfortable atmosphere about their home. Plus the meals were yummy! My girlfriend Gun and I felt very welcome and lucky to be spending time with them. Taking care of their pets was no trouble at all and quite simply a constant pleasure. MIRA, a Labrador who's getting on a bit, does need a little bit of assistance getting up/about at times, but she's always so happy to see you that you just love to help when you can. She's so chilled out that you're often tempted to lie down with her and rest for a while. TÖPFLI is a very lovely cat who will miaow for food or attention. She's as easy to look after as the fish! (a pinch of food in two places). You'll enjoy spending time together when she feels like it (which in my case was pleasingly often). AKIRA is a beautiful German Shepherd who turned one while we were there. She's so full of youthful inquisitiveness and exuberance that we didn't think twice about not walking her twice a day as recommended! She is excitable, but very well trained, she might try and push your boundaries a little but she'll come when called/clapped for (sometimes the second time!). Loads of energy but very much the same positive energy as the rest of the household, like an enthusiastic, adorable child she won both our hearts with ease. I very much hope we can spend more time with this family and hope that we can take care of their extended (pet) family again soon. However, if it can't be us I'd like them to have the best possible options. So if you reckon you're a good fit, do put in an application, because this might be one of the best gigs you ever get.