Ellemieke - dog sitter with a mission

Some people don't just babysit dogs - they also make the world a little better.
Ellemieke (38) is a dog sitter through Petbnb and dedicates her earnings to a special cause:
the fight against child marriage in Vietnam. Next year, she will get on her own bike for a 400-kilometer sponsorship ride.

Who is Ellemieke?

Ellemieke lives in Den Hoorn and has two dogs: Nikè (9) and Nani (almost 4),
both rescued from Greece. "Nikè is a sweet, stable dog who senses exactly what other dogs need.
She was a huge help when we were fostering ex-labbeagles," she says proudly.

Why she is babysitting through Petbnb

After finding temporary work, she could no longer take in ex-lab beagles.
"I still wanted to keep doing something for dogs," she says. "That's why I became a sitter through
Petbnb.
The money I earn goes into my sponsorship pot for a bike ride in Vietnam to raise money
Against child marriage. A wonderful cause for which I am happy to work."

A love of dogs with character

Her favorite babysitting dog? "Miniature Dachshund Jippie," she says, laughing. "She really lives up to her name."
Her own dogs also play an important role in introductions: "I pay close attention to how they react to a new dog.
The click between dogs often says it all."

Special moments while babysitting

"A New Year's Day walk on the beach near Monster with more than sixty dogs - that was really a big party," he said.
she says enthusiastically. "Moments like that remind me why I do this."

What she learned

"You learn to interact with all kinds of types - both dogs and people," Ellemieke says.
"Every dog brings something new, and that's what makes babysitting so much fun and educational."

Favorite hiking spot

"The little park behind the pool," she smiles. "You can easily run several laps there - ideal for dogs with different energy levels."

Her golden tip for other babysitters

"Take care of your babysitting dog as if it were your own," she stresses. "You'll notice that in everything - in behavior, trust and gratitude."

A wish for Petbnb

"It would be nice if you could add videos to your ad," she says. "Then owners can see even better how you interact with dogs."

In conclusion

Ellemieke shows that love for animals and social engagement can go hand in hand.
Enthusiastic after this story? Check out the
Petbnb ad of Ellemieke
and find out if she still has a spot available for your dog.