Sonia

Reliable, experienced, qualified walker and sitter

Five Dock
3 times favorited
1 recurring guest
Last contacted 12 days ago
Usually responds within one hour
Police checked
1w ago
Last activity
<1h
Response time
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
10 AUD for each additional pet
40 AUD
/walk
All services and rates

About Sonia

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Available to take on some pet sitting duties including walking, feeding and generally hanging out with them. Unfortunately not able to offer boarding or dog sitting where I am currently staying but happy to do daycare at the owners place. Ideally locations would be easy to walk/cycle to from Five Dock or via transport for overnight sits.

I work full time, mostly remotely so this is a secondary hobbie and excuse to hang out with animals if you will.

I've been pet sitting for over 10 years now, mostly dogs and cats but also taken on the odd bird, reptiles, rodents and even the odd fish! I also volunteered at the Sydney Dogs and Cats Home for a while and have completed diplomas in Zoology, Dog Training and Dog Communication. I was project manager working in sport, pretty active and like to be outdoors so well behaved dogs that love a good long hike are the dream but can also do shorter walks if thats more suitable. Free time is spent exploring, cycling, kayaking or snorkelling. Comfortable walking up to 2 dogs at a time including any guests that might pop up.

Have looked after all types of animals, big and boisterous, quiet and shy, energetic, puppies and seniors, adults, those with various medical needs, blind and deaf. Experienced with different behaviours and through experience and training have built a good understanding of dog communication and behaviours in particular. I can administer tablets, oral or injection medication to pets and deliver some basic training if thats important. Happy to stay overnight, spend all day with them or just pop in to socialise, feed and walk if convenient, and can promise your pet will have a great time. I'll keep you updated as much as you prefer, each owner is different. Very clean person and will leave your house exactly as you left it, bring in mail if you're away, put out the bins etc.

Feel free to get in touch if you want to know more or arrange a meet and greet.

Sonia's services

At the sitter's home

Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
10 AUD for each additional pet
60 AUD
/day

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
40 AUD
/walk
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
30 AUD
/day
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
85 AUD
/night
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
55 AUD
/day

Sonia also offers

Dog training

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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Home Visits
Sarah, 2024-07-01

Sonia was super thoughtful and conscientious in looking after my 9 yr old cat -- she was quick to communicate, provided updates along the way, and quite helpfully brought in some packages that arrived when I was gone (thank you again for that!). Talking to her, it's obvious how much experience she has and how much she cares.

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Home Visits
Michelle, 2024-06-20

Sonia was great. She didn’t get to see Issey (cat) at all as he values his privacy, but he was obviously very happy to be fed! Sonia did everything that was asked and we were really happy.

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Availability

About Sonia's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-40 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years
Cats
all kinds
Ferrets
all kinds
Small animals
rodents, rabbits, ...

Sonia's home

A medium outdoor area
Has no kids
24/7 supervision

Skills

Specific Skills

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

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

Stats

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Sonia

Sonia

Reliable, experienced, qualified walker and sitter

Five Dock
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
10 AUD for each additional pet
40 AUD
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Sonia

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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