Penny

Quality care you can trust. A home away from home.

Franklin
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1 recurring guest
Last contacted today
Lives with 1 dog
Lives with Groodle Mirra
Police checked
4 h ago
Last activity
Doggy day care
Daytime care, at the sitter's home
60 AUD for each additional pet
65 AUD
/day
All services and rates

About Penny

Hi thanks for visiting my page. My name is Penny and I am a genuine dog lover, police checked, and with extensive experience as a dog carer. 

On occasions I have had to travel without my dog and I was so grateful to have a trusted friend to care for my pup, knowing that she was safe and loved. 

 I have over 25 years experience caring for dogs. If you need a reliable and professional dog sitter don't look any further. Your precious fur baby will be loved and cared for like my own sweet girl. I am so happy to provide a niche service for the highest peace of mind for owners who adore their dogs and want only the best, safe, and happy time for their dogs whilst they are away. 

I provide small care, so there will not be large numbers of dogs that can be stressful.  If I have more than one dog in my care I carefully plan my bookings to ensure the dogs are compatible. I specialise in Oodles and small to medium breeds and understand their sensitivities. I provide a comforting daily routine for dogs so they can relax and enjoy their days with me. Many dog sitters don't include walks, but I do this as a standard, as all dogs need daily stimulation, exercise, and engagement in nature. 

 In our home the dogs we care for are treated like family with free access to lounge on the couch or beds and explore and play inside or out. 

I have owned several dog breeds from large to small (Daschund, Hungarian Sheep dog's (Puli's) , Cattle dog/Belgian shepherd, kelpie/foxie, and now a Groodle. 

I have taken them all through obedience school to ensure a lifelong bond and better communication. 

I have volunteered at the Sydney dog shelter in the past, walking dogs awaiting their new forever home and have also fostered cared dogs from there to ease their stress. I was not very good at foster caring as my standards were a little high for new prospective fur parents - e.g will you let her on your couch?... minimum 2 walks a day? 

When your pup/s stay with me they will be part of the family, enjoying cuddles, play, and two walks a day. I provide daily updates to share their day with you. I am open, transparent, and flexible. 

Your dog will have human company throughout their stay with us. One of us is always home and I wfh part of the week. Your pup will be cared for 24/7. 

I pet sit as a hobby as my family and I love caring for dogs, enjoying a variety of breeds, and my girl loves company. 

My fur girl has a pampered life,  enjoying varied adventures in nature. You can see many of our walks and adventures in my profile pictures. 

I look forward to a meet and greet with you and your pup on neutral territory (typically the Hall Showground as it is fully enclosed, & off lead, and not a dog park), and if all goes well, caring for your fur baby. 

Rest assured I will care for yours, as I do mine. There will be always myself or an immediate family member at home. I also have an Advanced first aid and mental first aid certificate. I have tertiary leadership and management, project management, training and assessment qualifications and am fully police checked. I also have a WWVP card. 

Your dog should be fully vaccinated and well for their stay. I am experienced with administering medication. 

* boarding: 
- 2 walks a full day are included. Note to make the morning walk on arrival day, a drop off or pick up by approx 7am is required (weekends are typically more flexible).  

- As per PawShakes standard policy Pet hosting for 1 night includes up to 24 hours of care. If your pups stay goes over the 24 hours please book an additional day care session.

* WALKS: Are for a minimum of 30 minutes and are typically conducted at Hall, Amaroo, or  Harrison and can be off lead in the enclosed oval or on lead through the reserves and other ovals, trails and parks. Water is regularly provided.

* Car travelling: Dogs are always secured in the car with a doggy seat belt attached to their harness (for safety, never their collar).  I also have a doggy booster seat for smaller dogs and crate if your dog prefers travelling in a crate with a mattress. 

MEET & GREETS: Are required for first time bookings. Please ensure you complete your dogs profile.
At the meet and greet feel free to chat to me about your needs and any particulars about your fur baby. 


Our Place: We have a fully fenced yard with a grassed area, concrete area, tiled area, and undercover area with outdoor couches and raised bed and mattress. Indoors we have couches, several orthopaedic dog beds, and human beds. During meal times, dogs will be fed separately and fed from raised dog feeders. We also have plenty of safe dog toys. 

MEALS: Please also chat to me about your dogs meals, treats etc  I am happy to accommodate most meals from simple dry food to other requests (hot meals, fresh bones, adding supplements or medications etc).  


Please note in terms of example breeds that typically would match well with my Groodle are as follows: 

* Most smaller breeds and 
* Australian Shepherd's
* Border Collie's
* Collies
* Daschund's
* Fox Terrier's
* Golden Retriever's
* Poodles 
* All Oodles (all types especially Cavoodles, Spoodles, Groodles, Labradoodles, & Sheepadoodles).  
* Old English Sheepdogs
* Shetland Sheepdog's
* Spaniel's 

I look forward to meeting you, your fur baby and your family. 

Penny's services

At the sitter's home

Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
60 AUD for each additional pet
65 AUD
/day
Dog Boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's home
70 AUD for each additional pet
75 AUD
/night

At your home

Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
25 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
60 AUD
/day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
90 AUD
/day

Penny also offers

Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days 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

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

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.

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Dog Boarding
Stacey, 2024-09-14

Penny took such great care of my pup! I received lots of photos during her stay and Penny was super flexible with pickup / drop off timings. Made leaving her much less stressful 💕

Availability

Penny's Pets

Mirra
Groodle

About Penny's Home

Accepted pets

Dog sizes
0-20 kg
Dog ages
1-20 years

Penny's home

A medium outdoor area
Has no kids
24/7 supervision
A fully fenced backyard
Emergency transport

Walking areas

Nearby off-leash dog area
Urban, City park, Country side & Forest

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+20 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I have over 25 years of experience caring for many different breeds of dogs. I have an advanced first aid certificate, mental health first aid, have been through obedience training to advanced level several times, and believe in positive reinforcement. I have experience with rescue dogs, and dogs with separation anxiety.

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

Stats

Police check
Verified
Phone interviewed
Verified
SMS
Verified
Email
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Penny

Penny

Quality care you can trust. A home away from home.

Franklin
Doggy day care
Daytime care, at the sitter's home
60 AUD for each additional pet
65 AUD
/day
All services and rates
Contact Penny

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days 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

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

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.

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