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Dog and cat sitting in Torrazza Coste, Italy

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello I'm Sonya, I live in a beautiful rural area of Lombardy in the north of Italy. It's an undiscovered part of the country in the hills in the province of Pavia, between MIlan and Genova. The area is characterised by vineyards, small hilltop villages and castles, giving way to the magnificent Appenine mountain range towards Genova and the coast. There are many places to walk here, whether on country roads or on longer hikes in the mountains. Just half an hour from Pavia, a lovely medieval city, and one hour from Milan and from Genova. The nearest station is about 15 minutes away.
    I am originally from Scotland but have lived in Italy for 30 years with my family who are now living in other countries. I am a shiatsu practitioner and teacher, and I also teach English. I am vegetarian and enjoy a simple meditative life, walking in beautiful places, Tai Chi , new and old friends, animals, music, art and film....

    I have two pets, Bruno is an adorable old Beagle who sleeps most of the day, and Molly is his best friend, a sweet black cat.
    They need warmth and affection in their big old country house.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Animal Care
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Self development
    Vegetarian or vegan
    History
    Music
    Books
    Art & design
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Nature
    Yoga / Wellness
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    There are many restaurants offering traditional regional dishes and of course abundant local wines! The nearest town is a 7 minute drive away with many cafes and popular markets on Wednesdays and Sundays. Visiting small hilltop villages and exploring the beautiful Appenine mountains are the best activities in this magical area.

  • Help

    Help

    I need someone to look after my dog and cat, feed them and keep them company for a week in July, 16-23.
    Bruno is an old beagle, affectionate and sweet he sleeps most of the day. Since my other dog died in November Bruno gets anxious sometimes when he is left alone and cries. This doesn't mean that he can't be left on his own. If the weather is not extrememly hot I leave him out in the garden where he is happier. It's just a matter of getting to know each other. Molly the cat is Bruno's best friend and she is pretty independent so no issues there. I would also ask you to water the plants in the house and garden and keep the house in order. There is a bedroom downstairs with a door to the garden and your own bathroom. If you could arrive on or before the 16th I can show you how things work. This could be a workaway for one person or a couple. It would be best if you had your own transport as the house is 5 km from the nearest town and there is no public transport.

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  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Italian: Fluent
    German: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    There is a bedroom with a bathroom on the ground floor. I will provide some food staples such as pasta, rice , beans (I am vegetarian), and You will have to cook for yourself obviously.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is almost no public transport so it would be best if you have your own transport . Neighbours can give help and advice while I am away. It's a very quiet village in Valle Schizzola, surrounded by hills and vineyards.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    There is a fairly reliable internet connection

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    There is a courtyard outside the house and garden for parking

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Bruno (12 years)

    sweet old beagle

    Molly (13 years)

    wise old black cat

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