Hi! I’m Barbara, a third-year mature-aged (this is what they call us now if you're in your thirties!!) physiotherapy student based in Kogarah. I’ve grown up with dogs and absolutely love being around them.

For a few years now, I've been volunteering at Monika’s Doggie Rescue in Ingleside, where I regularly walk dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities. My favourites are sweet pittie mixes that definitely get the wrong rap but are the loveliest! It is an hour drive though, so I am looking forward to walking some doggies closer to home!

I live with my two rescue cats - Bast and Freya, so I can’t have a dog of my own right now, which is why I love any chance to spend time with them!

I am used to reactive dogs as most dogs walked at the rescue are quite dog reactive or sometimes aggressive. I always keep my distance from other dogs and I communicate with other owners clearly before I approach.

I stay calm and confident in all situations which keeps the dogs calm too!

Whether your dog enjoys a brisk walk or a slower sniff around the neighbourhood, I’d love to help keep them happy, active, and well cared for. I offer 30-minute to 1-hour walks.