PETS PETS House-sitting with free pet-sitting Tropical fish

MANY of our pet owners in Spain choose checked pet­sitters from our listings. Our House sitMatch sitters are checked, they are pet lovers and they won’t charge you a cent for the house or pet­sitting services. Instead, they offer a fair exchange, free accommodation for free pet care. It’s a win win! The house­sitters are for free when you are a member of the Housesitmatch network.

If you’re planning a trip register now as a member of our network to find an affordable home and pet care solution. Whether your trip is short or long, you’ll know that sometimes you must leave pets at home. Young and senior pets in particular benefit from staying at home, so they can follow their routines undisturbed. Join our pet and house­sitting network, and the sitters come for free!

Choose Housesitmatch.com for affordable travel, home and pet care. These are the steps to take:

1. Register as a homeowner on HouseSit Match.com

2. Choose a Standard account (£69GB per year) to ensure you can help online when needed

3. Create a profile with photos of your pet and the house

4. Post an advert for the dates when you want to go away. Sitters apply and you choose. How does it work?

Do you have pets to care for when you are away? With mulitple pets it petcare can be expensive.

HouseSitMatch can help you find suitable sitters. Join our network for a small annual fee. You get ID checked for safety and then build your advert saying when you are going on holiday. House­sitters see your advert, they respond and you choose the sitter who’ll care for your pets.

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I have had nothing but good and helpful service from the people who run this site, and my experience has been excellent. Tristram Cosgrave ­Dog and cat owner, Malaga How do you join?

Please register online via our website www.Housesitmatch.com.

Need a pet or housesitter? Get in touch. House-sitting can be a win-win for both parties, free house and pet-sitting, and the experienced and checked sitters get free accommodation! Register as either house-sitter or homeowner with a 20% discount using coupon code 20EWN – Reader exclusive offer. To find a house or pet-sitter go to www.HouseSitMatch.com.

TROPICAL fish, with their vivid colours and graceful movements, offer a unique pet­owning experience. They turn home aquariums into underwater kingdoms, full of activity and stunning natural beauty.

However, keeping these aquatic jewels requires particular care and a steady commitment. Unlike more traditional pets, fish require a carefully controlled environment. The water in their tanks must be kept clean and at the right temperature and pH level. Equipment such as heaters, filters, and sometimes air pumps are crucial to maintaining these conditions.

The diet of tropical fish varies widely, with some species requiring live food and others subsisting on flakes or pellets.

Understanding each species’ dietary needs is vital to ensure their health and vitality. Tropical fish also have specific social behaviours. While some fish are peaceful and thrive in a community tank, others might be aggressive or territorial.

Thorough research before purchasing can prevent potential conflicts and stress within your aquarium.

One significant aspect of fish ownership often overlooked is their potential lifespan. With proper care, some tropical fish species can live for over a decade. They are a long­term commitment and should be treated as such.

In conclusion, while maintaining an aquarium may seem daunting, the rewards are manifold.