Ben

Avid pet person available to help you out

Broadmeadows
30 times favorited
23 recurring guests
Lives with 3 cats
Usually responds within few hours
2d ago
Last activity
<4h
Response time
One home visit a day
Min. 30-minute visits in your home
35 AUD
/day
All services and rates

About Ben

Hello, I'm Ben and I am available and eager to assist you and your pet through thick and thin. I grew up in a very animal centric household; dogs, cats, goats, horse, crow, rabbit, ducks and more. My mum had dog training experience and a big heart so whatever turned up on our doorstep generally became a part of the family. Our eclectic hoard of critters had diverse needs and requirements so I have a plethora of experience and a calm, soothing manner that has been tried and tested on both cute and dangerous animals.

Things are a bit more relaxed now with just two cats of my own, rescued from a streetcorner as kittens and raised to be fine and upstanding beasts, along with my housemates' cranky old cat and charming old dog. So I have plenty of time, energy and love for any other animals that pass through my life. 

I live in the Glenroy area so I am able to work across the Northern suburbs, but if you're unsure if you're outside of my service area don't hesitate to check with me. I have flexible availability for your pets entertainment and care needs. 

I'm not available for house sitting, but feel free to contact me and discuss any additional needs or extra hours that your animal friend may require. I may still be able to offer you my excellent skills and services (Morning, Afternoon and Evenings).

My services cover all the basics of being a cat or dog butler. For house visits I will attend to all the standard food, and litter requirements as well as spending quality one-on-one time with your pet. For instance, if your cat is indoor only I will ensure it gets daily playtime to burn off energy, or for calmer less active pets some quality couch and cuddle time. For dogs I will gladly play with them outdoors or walk them per your requirements. If I notice anything that may be of concern with regard to their health then I will let you know. I am very happy to also bring in daily mail and water any plants that will need it while you are away. Let me know if your pet requires a good brushing to shake loose the excess fur. Generally I expect visits & walks to last around 30mins, but it does depend on you and your pets unique needs.

Ben's services

At your home

One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
35 AUD
/day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
65 AUD
/day

Ben also offers

Grooming

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
Brandon, 2024-10-30

Ben was absolutely incredible in looking after my cat.

Communicated brilliantly, made sure the cat had the space available to enjoy their food and even offered a range of places to eat.

Can’t recommended Ben highly enough!

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Home Visits
Brandon, 2024-07-22

Ben was incredibly helpful and showed a deep level of care while he was looking after my cat. He even offered food advice, which was very welcome as my cat is relatively new and had displayed some digestive issues.

Overall Ben is excellent, and left me feeling so comfortable knowing my cat was in safe hands.

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Ben's Pets

Ginger Megs
Cat
Fritz
Cat
Ghost
Cat

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+20 years of experience
I have grown up with a plethora of different animals, but most importantly have lots of experience with dogs and cats, ranging from the easiest pet to those with trauma and behavioural problems. I am very confident with handling dogs and cats from any end of the trained or untrained spectrum. I've also hand raised many animals from a young age so feel very confident in handling pets of all kinds.

Experience with

Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Ben

Ben

Avid pet person available to help you out

Broadmeadows
One home visit a day
Min. 30-minute visits in your home
35 AUD
/day
All services and rates
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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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