Our Team

Hello Pet Owners, I'm the Owner of GOINGAWAY Pet and House Sitters East London. I have had animals in my life from since I was very young and then helped raise lions and leopard when I left school at Lion Park. Animals are very special to me and I really enjoy my time with each of them. I currently have two cats (Mandu (passed away May 2018) and Monster) they bring me such joy. I have been in the animal nurturing industry since 2002. Kevin Richardson was my Teacher and Boss at Lion Park JHB. I left the corporate world in April 2017 and went to Cape Town to learn Dog grooming. I came back home after 2 and a half months and started working for my self and do pet grooming, i have now a year later taken on 2 trainees as the grooming has grown so fast! We do all the areas in East London, PE, Port Alfred & Grahamstown with Cape Town soon to open, Here are my team below and they will be happy to help you! All references and police checks have been done on the sitters. * July 05

I'm Amber and I'm from East London. I have a deep love for animals. I am a vegetarian and I grew up on a farm surrounded by emus, a pony, geese, chickens, cats and plenty of dogs. I am the proud mom of a beautiful pug named Gus and he is one of the loves of my life. I know all the time, love and care that my doggie requires and will be more than happy to show the same kind attention to your precious fur children. *May 16

Hi my name is Linda. I have always worked from home baking for the home industry and taking care of my family. Once my 3 children became independent i kept myself busy baking and doing my own housework.​I love gardening, and spend lots of time outdoors together with my 2 sausage dogs and 2 cats who are my constant companions. My husband and i enjoy a healthy active lifestyle . Weather permitting we spend our weekends walking on the beach, bird watching and enjoying nature.I look forward to meeting you and your furry family. ​*Oct 16

Hi I am Angela, I have lived in East London most of my life, I have always had animals, from dogs, cats fish and birds, I love my animals as they are my babies and treat them as such, Joining the Going Away team will be such an honor, for the clients I will treat your home and furbabies as if they were my own, with a great deal of integrity and respect. * May 2018

Hi im Bernadene. I was born in East London and been here ever since..I am a mom of 3 and granny of 6. I lived on a farm for almost 30yrs and was surrounded by sheep goats cows pigs geese chickens. I also hand reared lambs and piglets which became pets.We both enjoy walks along the beach and love nature and gardening. I am a people's people. I am highly responsible who promise to be absolutely loving and take care of all your precious pets while you are away. *Sep 2018 (24/7)

Hi I am Dianne, im a mother of 3 and 3 ½ grandchildren, I have had pets come and go through my life – dogs, cats, birds, rats, hamsters, fish, etc. you name it. As a child I had s fish tank full of mice. My adult sons all have pets in their homes and one even has a porcupine and a guinea pig. I currently reside with my sister and there are 3 dogs and 3 cats, so I am constantly surrounded and in contact with pets. We are a close knit family and we are constantly involved with each other’s children AND pets. I believe that we must respect our pets, and not let them get out of control. Neutering and spaying is very important, if one is not breeding them. Not everyone is a breeder. It breaks my heart to see people get a pet and they breed and sit with unwanted pets, this is where abuse begins. This is my opinion and experience on owing pets. Kind regards Dianne * Aug 2018

Hi, we are Jared and Demi, a couple residing in East London. Jared was born in East London and Demi moved down to East London from Gauteng at the age of 3. We are passionate about animals having looked after dogs, cats, rabbits and fish. We currently have 5 dogs(German Shepherd cross Husky), that we treat as our children. We will take the utmost care of your pets and property, as we would ours. We look forward to working with GoingAway in providing the services you need. *Sep 2018

My name is Inge and I am 22 years old. I am a 3rd year student at the University of Fort Hare, doing my Bachelor's in Social Sciences. Anyone who knows me, knows that I experience a child-like joy whenever I see a furbaby. I am the proud co-momma of 6 doggos and 5 cats. I absolutely love animals and would do anything to make sure they are loved and cared for..*Nov 19

Good day folks! I am Kelly, a fellow furbaby lover. I am also a Masters in Counselling Psychology student. I have joined the GoingAway team and would love to assist with all your house sitting and pet sitting needs. I understand we all sometimes need to get away and it can be genuinely distressing to leave behind beloved furkids in the hands of, well, anyone who is not you. My mission is to make them as comfortable as possible while you attend to important business/vacationing away from home. Rest assured that my important business is keeping all things as you would have them in your home including being the best possible substitute love-giver to your pets. I understand that your home is your sacred space and this would be honoured and respected in carrying out all the duties requested of me. I look forward meeting you and your furbabies in the future. *Mar 20

Hi I'm Tristen. I have been in EL for 3 years now, I work as an interior designer, but most of my life I grew up on farms and gained a great love for animals, I currently have two doggies of my own (Hazel & Libby). I Decided to join Goingaway as I personally always found it difficult to find people trustworthy of looking after my own dogs. I would love to be able to help look after your furbabies in the times when you are not able to be around. I promise to spoil them and care for them as any furparent would for their own furchild. I look forward to meeting you and your wonderful animals. * June 2020

My name is Elna, 57 years old, and I am very passionate about animals and people. I am a friedly, honest, reliable person , I am also very neat and organized. I'm calm and relaxed. You will be able to trust me with your house and your furry babies.I use a creative approach to problem solving.I respect rules and regulations. I like gardening, if you have plants inside or outside I will take care of them. I like to be creative in my spare time, I'm currently busy exploring and planting succulents, and I also do decoupaging. When ever a can, i take him to the beach. He loves it... I would love the opportunity to look after your house and animals. * Sep 20

My name is Barbara, I am 53 years old. Living in EL for over 40 years. I have 6 grand furbabies, and expecting 2 grandchildren early next year. A mom of 3. I have grown up in a home with dogs, cats and birds. I treat them like one of the family. Love to lay in with lots of snuggles. Not scared of big or small dog's. I have worked for a cleaning company before where i had key's for many homes that i would open up and stay with the cleaners and respect the privacy of the client home. I will look after your homes and pets with respect. So you can go away with a piece of mind knowing your home and your pet's are well taken care of. Hope i meet a family who needs that. *Nov 2020

My name is Bianca. I live on a farm in East London, but i am happy to help in other areas with house and pet sitting. I have always been surrounded by furry friends...cats, dogs, hamsters, a guinea pig or two. My 4yr old cat, Luna, definitely lives the life of luxury and she is my best buddy. I am a responsible, reliable and honest person, who will make it my mission to take very good care of your fur babies and your home. Looking forward to looking after your adorable babies and your home. *May21

Hi I am Mekaylé and Im from East London. I have always had a deep passion and love for animals. Growing up, my parents made sure I had a pet companion at all times which ranged from dogs, cats, fish, birds and rabbits. I strongly believe in animal rights and that it is our duty to protect, love and care for our animals. I also believe that pets are more than just that, they are part of the family which is why I understand the importance of finding a trustworthy, respectable and professional person to look after your home and pets. I look forward to meeting new clients, getting to know their precious pets and ensuring that their homes and animals are well taken care of. *May 2021

Hi, my name is Annelize. I have been in East London for the last 10years. I love taking care of homes, gardens and animals. I started House & Pet Sitting in 2005 when I was still in the Free State and have looked after farms, homes, flats, cats, birds, dogs, fish etc. I am comfortable anywhere, and around any kind of animal. Joining Going-Away will be a joy and an honour as that will allow me take care of your home & pets when you are not able to do so. I treat each home and animal as my own, with the necessary love, care & respect. *April 2021

Hello to all my fellow animal lovers! My name is Meralda, I was born in East London and currently residing here. I do also take trips up to PE as I am a student at Nelson Mandela University but currently following the online protocol. I have always loved all animals, big or small, furry or slimy, four-legged or not. I love my two babies dearly, and so I understand it is necessary to have a sitter who is trustworthy, responsible and also lovable. Joining GoingAway Pet & House sitting is an honor and I would love to help take the best care of your precious babies and your humble abode. *June 2021

Hi fellow pet lovers! My name is Rachel. I was born and raised in East London and currently reside on the East Coast. I have great experience with a variety of animals, which include farm animals and house pets. My passion is horses and dogs. I love to keep the animals in routine and feeling safe and loved. I have had house sitting experience and guarantee happiness upon return! *Aug 20

Hi my name is Arthur, I am 45 and was born in Kimberley and moved to East London when I was 5 years old, I absolutely love animals and have been privileged enough to own my own in the past. I am currently unable to have pets at the moment and miss not having my special souls in my life, please allow me to love and care for your furr babies while you away and give them the cuddles and attention they deserve while they wait your return. Having grown up on a farm I understand the importance of nature and am happy to take care of your plants and water your garden should you desire. Most importantly the safety and security of your home, pets and possessions until your safe return. *Aug 2021

Hi I'm Bev, I've lived in East London all of my life and my late husband and I relocated to a small holding when my youngest of then 4 children was only 15 months. We had all the normal farm animals as well as dogs & cats. I'm extremely fond of animals and hate when I see abused animals, they don't deserve it and their owners don't deserve them. I had to rehouse my cat and African Grey when I was forced to retire, I miss these two " children " of mine tremendously and visit Yoyo ( my cat) who now lives with my friend, every other week. I would consider it a privilege to be a mom in your absence to your " children "and it would also bring me a lot of joy to be close to your fur babies while you're away. I would treat them as my own and care for them lovingly until your return. I look forward to meeting with you one day and hope my service would be of great assistance to you and your animals. 🐕🐈🐇🐁🦜🐠🐎 Sincerely yours, Bev. *Sep 2021

Hi, I'm Gabi, originally from Durban, but relocated to East London in 2014. I've been brought up around animals since 1993. I have a passion for pets of all sizes and species. As well as being an animal lover, I'm also a paramedic. Juggling the stress from the ambulance, sometimes a cuddle from an animal makes it all better. I am excited to be able to help you, by caring for your pets while you are away. Your babies will be cared for and loved just as if they were my own. *Sep 2021

My name is Maria and I have lived in East London all my life. I have a great love for animals and believe that they are more than just a pet, they are family 💕 I am a friendly, trustworthy, honest and reliable person and will take good loving care of your precious furbabies and home while you are away. I will give them all the love and attention as if they were my own. I am looking forward to working with GOINGAWAY and their meeting clients and their furbabies *Oct 2021