First of all @tab welcome back to THS and to the community forum where you will find answers to most any question you may have.
Yes, THS has changed quite a bit over the last few years. COVID started the changes when no one was traveling, but when that was over, it seems the World opened back up and we all want to travel now…whether a HO or sitter so there are many, many more members looking for the right opportunity.
I would suggest you link your member profile to your forum profile here at How to add a listing or profile link to your FORUM profile - Welcome & Getting Started - TrustedHousesitters Community Forum and follow the easy instructions. This will allow our members the opportunity to easily reach your profile and hopefully sitters can find you and apply right away.
I really don’t feel you will have a problem finding a sitter for late August as you still have two months to go and MIss Moneypenny and Prince are adorable. Travel costs have increased so much I feel that many are waiting to get the right deal before they apply for any sits in the areas of interest.
I wish you luck!