I am a recent post-graduate of Auckland University looking to get into the dog walking and pet sitting business. I have always had a deep passion for everything plants and animals, especially our beloved pets. As a lifelong pet owner myself I understand the commitment it takes to makes sure our animal companions are healthy, happy, and living their best life. I want to help others achieve this goal!
I was born and raised in the North Shore so I am very familiar with our local parks, beaches, and neighbourhoods. I love to stay fit by walking and am grateful to be living in such a beautiful area full of hidden gems to explore. If I'm not hanging out with my own pets or out walking dogs, then you can catch me exploring new parks and trails around the Shore.
I'm a current canine volunteer at SPCA Auckland and I LOVE what I do! My favourite part of the job is walking each and every dog and making sure they are all happy and tuckered out by the end of the day. The positive impact that regular walks have on these dogs in need is amazing to witness, so I'm on a mission to make sure all our doggies on the Shore can feel that same happiness and content! Not to mention that a tired pup is a quieter and more enjoyable evening for you too.
🐾 Dog Walking
I currently provide on-lead walks for one dog at a time, or multiple dogs if they are from the same family/household. Each walk will be at least 30-40 minutes long (please see Prices below). I'm happy to provide off-lead time for regular customers if your pup has a good recall. I can supply my own poop bags, fresh water, and treats for your doggie, as well as a towel to wash off muddy paws. I also have a clean Full Driver's License and a spacious car decked out in comfy bedding and a safety strap if you would like me to drive your pup to the local park or beach.
I am certified in pet first aid by Pet First Aid & Training NZ, and carry a pet first aid kit with me at all times.
After each walk I will provide a map of the route that your pup and I walked, a detailed report of the walk, and plenty of photos for your peace of mind. Preferred platform for this is WhatsApp.
🐈 Pet Sitting
I currently provide check-ins of 30-40 minutes once or twice a day (please see Prices below). I will enter your house and take care of any pets by feeding, watering, medicating, playing, and cleaning up. During these check-ins I will also take general care of the house if needed. This includes watering and taking care of the plants and garden, bringing in the mail, taking out/bringing in the bins, checking security systems, and general cleaning and maintenance.
I am certified in pet first aid by Pet First Aid & Training NZ, and carry a pet first aid kit with me at all times.
After each visit I will provide a detailed report of the pet(s) and house, and plenty of photos for your peace of mind. Preferred platform for this is WhatsApp.
🏠 Overnight/Full-Day House Sitting
Some pets may be a little anxious, high maintenance, or just plain pampered, so a more comprehensive sitting service may be ideal. I currently provide overnight and full-day Pet Sitting services where I come in and stay at your home 24/7. Your house will be unattended for no longer than 2-3 hours at a time. For pets that are extra high maintenance and require constant supervision (this means I will not leave the house for longer than 30-60minutes), an extra charge is applied.
The Overnight/Full-Day House Sitting service includes everything mentioned for Pet Sitting and Dog Walking.
Please note that I can only take one booking at a time for this service, and may be more subject to your location as well as my availability. Please also note that I require my significant other to be staying during the nights as a safety measure.
Free Meet & Greet
Once an enquiry is made and I have confirmed my availability, we can arrange a free meet & greet. These are carried out before you make any commitment or payment. During the meet & greet you can get to know me better before deciding if I am a good fit for you as a dog walker or pet sitter. These meet & greets are also useful for me to take notes and build a profile of your pet to help me understand your pet's circumstances and personalize their care.
Meet & greets will be done at your own home and typically take 15 minutes for Dog Walking, 20 minutes for Pet Sitting, or longer if we are discussing an overnight service.
Serviced Areas
I am centrally located in the North Shore so I can easily cover most local areas including:
Beach Haven
Northcote
Glenfield
Takapuna
Devonport
Rosedale
Albany
Brown's Bay
and everywhere in between!
I'm more than happy to go further out for one-off walks and check-ins, as well as house sits on a case-by-case basis. Let me know if this is the case with you.
Prices
Dog Walking
$15.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . per 30 minute walk
$30.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . per 60 minute walk
$45.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . per 90 minute walk
$10.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . per additional dog
Pet Sitting & House Sitting
$15.00 . . . . . . . . . one 30 minute home visit per day
$25.00 . . . . . . . . two 30 minute home visits per day
$25.00 . . . . . . . . . one 60 minute home visit per day
$40.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . per overnight/full-day stay
$55.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . per 24hr stay + constant care