Hello,

Thank you for taking the time to browse my profile. I hope you find what you are looking for, for your treasured furry/feathery family member/s 🐕

I am 40 years of age and am an avid animal lover with a special love of dogs. I have grown up with pets of all kinds and at 14 years of age, started my own dog walking and pet & house sitting business in my small neighbourhood. 

I previously dog & pet sat at my house in Prospect but stopped for a number of years as my beloved dog Fergus became somewhat frail & didn't want to share his house or my attention in his older years. He sadly passed away earlier this year at 14 years of age, and while I am not ready to welcome a new dog of my own into the house, I do miss having animal companionship & thus thought I'd restart dog/pet sitting. I'm initially opening up limited calendar booking spots, as I don't want to overcommit early - but anticipate opening up my availability more in the near future.

I take a maximum of 2 bookings at a time to ensure each dog gets the love and attention they deserve. Your doggie will be treated as a loved member of my little family during his/her stay with me, meaning they will be played with, patted/cuddled, will spend evenings relaxing in the lounge room watching TV, etc. Please note that I work, and not always from home (although I am able to work a few days per wk from home), so I am best suited to dogs that are used to their family not always being at home.

I have a fully fenced large back yard with trees providing shade, a big grassy area for your pooch to run and play around freely during the day, a variety of dog toys, sheltered veranda complete with an insulated kennel - so your dog will always have a comfortable space out of the elements/weather.  

For dogs boarding with me, please provide your doggie's food & food bowl (as it is better for him/her to stay on his/her regular diet so as not to experience tummy upsets), lead, harness, medication with instructions (if required), and their regular bedding (this can minimise separation anxiety). 

I am happy to send you photos and updates daily.

For new boarding guests - it is a great idea & I encourage you to book & trial a one night stay after a successful no cost meet & greet. This way your dog becomes familiar with my home & myself before a longer stretch of time away from you (which can ease separation anxiety) and everyone can have peace of mind that it's a good fit 😁

I always use Positive Reinforcement Training Method with my interactions with dogs.

I request that your doggie is also desexed (including male dogs) up to date with vaccines and flea/tick treatment and registered with your own council. Please bring proof of desexing and c5 vaccination to meet and greet. 

I am happy to accommodate outdoor or indoor sleeping, and feeding up to twice per day (morning and/or evening) to keep with your dog's regular routine. If you have any other special requests, you are welcome to discuss these with me also. Pick up and drop off potentially available (but not included in quoted daily boarding charge) - please ask for more particulars if required, as cost will be determined based on distance.  

I am also happy to accommodate boarding of birds or small animals.

HOME VISITS: During the time allocated, I am happy to tend to animals, collect your mail, open/close curtains, turn on/off lights, water plants, put clothing on/take clothing off the line so it looks like you are at home. 

If you require DOG WALKING as a stand alone service in Prospect or surrounding suburbs, please enquire. I cannot always offer same depending on my availability, but will do my best to accommodate. I only walk dogs that are placid & not aggressive on a lead. 

I am also now offering HOUSE SITTING, when I am not sitting dogs at my house. Preference given to houses in Prospect and surrounds but please inquire in any event if you think I may be the right housesitter for you.

Fees include Pawshake insurance for your peace of mind.

I look forward to meeting you and your doggie or other animal family member 🐶🐾