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This is my first post in the family section. We don't have kids. We have a cat. Do kids still do chores (like mow lawns - ha ha) for extra pocket money? Or is that very 20th century? I'm looking for someone to help with cat care when we're away (morning and evening visits - feeding/watering, cleaning out litter tray, playing with the cat a bit). We have friends locally that help, but they're often away too. There are professional services charging ?7-11 per 15min visit (who knows if they stay 15min?). I'd have thought this task would be perfect for a 10-15 year old and ideally I'd be paying less to. I live in SE22 near junction of Sylvester/Landells. I'd have to feel that anyone I give keys to is totally trustworthy, so I thought if I meet the parents, etc this would be more likely. Send m a message if you have a kid that would be interested. Or I could see an older lady (or gent) doing this too. Thanks.
misi, you took the words straight out of my lips. I've also been thinking this for a while, as am in need of some light cat sitting now and again, especially over summer. I'm in Landells Road near Dulwich Library. If you have more answers than you can cope with, as I suspect you might, please send some my way!

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