Cathy

Offering Care And Companionship

Elwood
47 times favorited
31 recurring guests
Last contacted 3 days ago
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Last activity
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House sitting
24h stay, in your home
95 AUD
/night
All services and rates

About Cathy

I am a motivated and experienced house/pet sitter/ walker offering reliable attention to the individual requirements of your furry friend/s. My home life includes wholefood cooking, tai chi and creative projects whilst parenting my teenager. I enjoy living in Melbourne and accessing arts,music, food and culture. To balance this out l like to connect with nature as much as possible.

  I have had over 12 years experience, with fond memories of animal interaction plus excellent references. I turned to Pawshake when l relocated from Queensland nearly three years ago. I enjoy the opportunity to meet new pets and learn there individual quirks and needs.

  I live in Elwood, being available within surrounding area and inner city Melbourne, and Mt Dandenong to drop in and spend time with your pet and/or go for a walk.

 

 Services:

  •  Pet Walking: $35 for 30 min walk and $60 for 1 hour walk
  •  Pet visit: 1 day visit $35 and Twice daily visit $60. Offering pet feeding, play, security check. Administration of medicine, watering of plants. mail collection and bin night if required.
  • Home care: $95 per night. Pet/ house sitting within your residence. Working with your requirements a plan is discussed at meet and greet regarding arrival time and departure, walking requirements, feeding and medication (if required) house rules, emergency contacts, vet of choice, security measures for owner and pet. If and when both parties determine a good match, owner requests to make booking and l confirm, abiding to the previous discussion. Pet owners are also welcome to leave notes, contact before or during the booking. 
  • l also like to send a daily update with photo for peace of mind.

    Please feel free to contact me regarding services or any questions or concerns you may have. A free meet and great can be arranged prior to booking, to be sure we are a good match.

    Would love to hear form you!

    with thanks Cathy

    Cathy's services

    At your home

    Dog Walking
    An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
    10 AUD for each additional pet
    35 AUD
    /walk
    One home visit a day
    Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
    35 AUD
    /day
    House Sitting
    A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
    95 AUD
    /night
    Two home visits a day
    Two drop-in visits for your pet
    65 AUD
    /day

    Cathy also offers

    Cancellation policy: Flexible

    Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

    No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

    Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

    Reviews

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    Home Visits
    Emily, 2023-03-15

    Brilliant communication and Hercules seemed peaceful and content when we got home. Would definitely book Cathy again.

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    House Sitting
    Michael, 2023-03-14

    Cathy was amazing looking after our mini dachshund. Very professional to come and do a meet and greet before. Cathy is really great with communication and Baxter was really happy when we got home. Will definitely use Cathy again.

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    Availability

    Skills

    Specific Skills

    I speak English & Russian
    +10 years of experience
    Familiar with dog training techniques

    I have experience with young and old pets, the easily frazzled and also the administration of medicine.

    Can Administer

    Oral medications

    Experience with

    Rescuing pets
    Behavioural problems

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    Cathy

    Cathy

    Offering Care And Companionship

    Elwood
    House sitting
    24h stay, in your home
    95 AUD
    /night
    All services and rates
    Contact Cathy

    Cancellation policy: Flexible

    Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

    No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

    Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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