Hi there! My name is Dyan (like Dianne but spelled weird). I'm an introverted 27-year based here in Melbourne, currently taking a break between studies before I go back and complete the big bad PhD! A life-long and experienced crazy cat lady, I like to think I know just about all there is to know about cats! I have experience working at a cattery, handling both timid/scaredy and aggressive cats, and can medicate cats as well (whether orally, with transdermal medications, or with injections such as for diabetic cats). I also have experience fostering feral and stray cats: rehabilitating them with the aim of rehoming.
I have been a voracious reader of cat history, behaviour, and genetics since I was a child, and have an extensive knowledge of all the different breeds and their purrsonalities, as well as how to look after cats properly and keep them happy and healthy.
Services:
I am only able to do drop-ins or house sitting; unfortunately I am unable to take pets into my own home, as I already have four furbabies of my own (don't worry, I live with my mom so they will be looked after while I'm looking after yours!). However I believe that cats are much happier remaining in their own homes anyway, as it's much less stressful for them that way.
I have a particular fondness for old cats, and for vocal cats, who you can have conversations with 😂. I'm happy to look after single or multi-cat households; same rate applies. I'm also happy to look after small animals like birds, bunnies, guinea pigs, ferrets etc! I would also be happy to look after reptiles as well if needed.
Drop-ins: once or twice daily, for at least an hour. Depending on my work/uni schedule, I may be able to spend longer hours with your pet (for no extra charge), but rest assured I will spend at least 1 hour with your furbaby (whether in one visit, or in two seperate half hour visits).
House sitting: able to stay overnight to give round-the-clock care to your pet(s), as well as provide that added security of looking after your home, too. I'm an A-type personality who's obsessed with keeping my surroundings neat and tidy, so you can be sure your home will be kept clean at all times! I'm also a big plant enthusiast (particularly orchids), so am happy to water and look after all your indoor and outdoor plants, as well.
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
Extremely reliable with excellent care of the feline gang & perfect communication, thank you Dyan!
DYAN WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Our three crazy cats and one deaf old dog were so well looked after that I’m sure that they would’ve been happy for us to stay away longer! She took fabulous care of our complicated fur family and our home brilliantly! VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!