We are getting a puppy so when we go on vacation we would like someone we are familiar with to house sit - get the mail, bring in packages, feed and walk the dog. Additionally during the week (maybe just 1 - 2 days a week - need to see) I want someone to do laundry (collect from rooms, wash, dry, fold and put away), wash and dry dishes, general pick up around the house, and let the dog out. This could also include running errands to return things, return library books, childcare after school, getting kids ready for activities, pick up kids from school on a rainy or cold day, etc.

There are 4 people in my household. Husband and wife and 2 kids aged 7 and almost 10.