Fatima

Experienced dog walker, trainer and behaviourist + cat carer

Sutherland
Police checked
4d ago
Last activity
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
20 AUD for each additional pet
50 AUD
/walk
All services and rates

About Fatima

In the last seven years, I've been working with dogs and cats of varied sizes, ages and demeanours. My experience includes walking, training, teaching new games, earning the trust of the shy ones and medicating them. In addition, I've completed my Certificate II in Animal Studies and Dog Training and Behaviour Certificate.

My own dog and two cats make sure to give me daily practice as well =)

Respect towards the animals and their families is the baseline of my work. I'll always take their mental, physical and emotional state into consideration to select the right approach for each one.

When taking a dog for a walk I'll always make the effort to be more than just a person on the other end of the leash. Walks are an opportunity to enrich the dogs' lives by allowing them to interact with the environment by sniffing, exploring, and learning along the way, so they'll have my full attention and commitment to provide enjoyment and learning.

When visiting a dog or cat at their home while their families are away, I'll do my best to provide more than just the basic feeding and cleaning. Understanding that their pets will already be upset by the change in routine and the absence of their family members, I'll have a thorough conversation with the family beforehand to understand each pet's favourite activities to enrich their days and make the most of each visit.

I'm passionate about helping the animals and their families to improve their quality of life together. Pets are family members and I know how important it is to have trusted people looking after them, so I'll do my best to give them this peace of mind.

Fatima's services

At your home

Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
20 AUD for each additional pet
50 AUD
/walk
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
50 AUD
/day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
80 AUD
/day

Fatima also offers

Dog training
Pick up / drop off

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
Deborah, 2024-09-30

Fatima looked after my cat ‘Tabby’ for a week, and I was very nervous about leaving her. My cat is two and half years old and is a very timid shy girl, whenever anyone comes to my house she runs and hides, I have to leave my wardrobe door open permanently as it’s her safe haven. To my surprise Tabby accepted Fatima on the first day and she came out of hiding. I was sent videos and photos of Tabby relaxed and playing with Fatima, something my cat has never done with anyone before. I was surprised how quickly my cat accepted another person which now gives me more confidence to be able to take more breaks away knowing I can rely on someone who has an amazing nature with animals. Fatima was great communicating every day with updated videos and photos and even went out of her way to buy a new toy and cat grass which my cat loved. I feel more confident now that I can take more breaks and know that I have someone I can rely on, and I will continue to reach out to Fatima whenever I need a cat sitter. I already booked Fatima for the next trip away in November. Strongly recommend using Fatima as I can guarantee your fur baby will be in good hands.

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Dog Walking
Stuart, 2024-01-31

Easy breezy communication from booking all the way through until the walks.

Thanks for taking the best care of Ralphie we will 100% be using Fatima again.

Availability

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English & Portuguese
+5 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Fatima

Fatima

Experienced dog walker, trainer and behaviourist + cat carer

Sutherland
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
20 AUD for each additional pet
50 AUD
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Fatima

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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