Melissa

Dachshund Specialist

Surfers Paradise
8 times favorited
1 recurring guest
Lives with 1 dog
Lives with Miniature Dachshund Peppa Fernandez
1w ago
Last activity
<64h
Response time
Doggy Day Care
Doggy day care
Daytime care, at the sitter's home
50 AUD for each additional pet
75 AUD
/day
All services and rates

Unavailable

Melissa is currently not available to accept new requests.

About Melissa

FULLY BOOKED FROM 19th-30th DEC

At Dachshunds on Capri we understand how looking after these Breeds are one of a kind. We also understand that leaving your fur baby can be an anxious experience. We ensure you that your fur baby is very loved and cared for by providing them with activities they wouldn’t get anywhere else. Here are just a few examples your fur baby will experience at Dachshund on Capri: PRIVATE TOUR ON ARRIVAL: 1st: Your Fur baby will be taken through the lush front garden where it can have access to this anytime. 2nd: Your fur baby will be taken through the house and shown where the SASH bed, water bowl, treat cupboard & backyard is. 3rd: Your fur baby will have access to the the fenced backyard at all times. This is where they get to lye in the sun by the pool, while admiring the water view and working on their tan. 4th: There is a gate to get upstairs and can only be accessed under supervision as the humans our the personal elevator (we carry your furry babies up the stairs if they are staying here overnight for bed time). UNLIMITED CUDDLES: As soon as your Fur Baby has settled into Dachshunds on Capri and received their private tour they will then get an unlimited amount of cuddles from their carer if they chose. I work from home so I am always here, to cuddle your fur baby and will give them the love and affection they want. My Dachshund Peppa is also affectionate and will be there to cuddle and give kisses to your fur baby whenever it wants. WALKIES: 1-2 walks a day around Gold Coast’s High end Island, Isle Capri. Let your fur babies paws melt into Capri’s finest grass. Length time of the walkies is determined by each Fur baby (please let the carer know upon booking of walkies time preference) PHOTOSHOOT: Unlimited pictures will be taken of your Fur Babies Fur-Cation and sent to you so you can see what they have been up to. PLAY TIME Peppa’s favourite game is Chase. If your fur baby is up for it Peppa loves to play Chase. We also have a list of games we play but we understand that your fur baby might have a favourite game. Please let your carer know upon booking what your fur babies favourite game is and we will ensure you they will get to play the game. NAP TIME IN A SASH BED Most times our fur baby anxiety is related to separation from you. The easiest way to calm our fur baby is to simulate it feeling hugged, warm and safe - the same way it feels when it’s with you! SASH beds are a dog bed designed with the softest materials, enveloping plush walls to help your dog feel safe and snug - just like a baby being swaddled! Napping in a SASH bed will ensure that you Fur Baby is well rested on its fur-cation IMPORTANT NOTE: We do accept other small doggies, not just dachshunds as long as your doggie loves to be around dachshunds.

Melissa's services

At the sitter's home

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

Melissa also offers

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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Doggy Day Care
Kimberly, 2022-10-14

Melissa, took care of our beautiful little puppy Ned (Miniature Dachshund) at only 13 weeks old on such short notice whilst we where visiting on the Gold Coast. We would highly recommend Melissa, and will definitely be using again when visiting the Gold Coast. Such a beautiful kind hearted human who left us at ease and full of trust xx

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Dog Boarding
Michael, 2022-08-10

She was awesome with our babies, definitely would recommend

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Availability

Melissa's Pets

Peppa Fernandez
Miniature Dachshund

About Melissa's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-20 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years

Melissa's home

A large outdoor area
Has no kids
A fully fenced backyard

Walking areas

Nearby off-leash dog area
Urban, Beach & City park

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
< 1 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I specialise in Dachshund Skills! If you have a Dachshund you would understand that these breeds are one of a kind, very unique. I have over 15 years of Dachshund experience. When I was 13 years old we got our first Miniature Dachshund and since then we have had 5 Miniature Dachshunds in our family. I officially became a Dachshund fur mummy in 2015 when Peppa came into our family. Dachshund Skills I’ve learnt: - How to pick up/carry a Dachshund - Constant monitoring of making sure Dachshunds do not jump and go up and down stairs - Skilful at recognising “play time”. I understand it’s essential to play with them when they want play time otherwise they will hold a grudge - Proficient at twice a day walkies, as I understand exercise is important for their bellies - Skilful at measuring food & at tracking breakie & Din Dins time as I know Dachshunds love food and try to outsmart humans by acting like they haven’t eaten when they have been fed. I’ve learnt not to fall for the puppy eyes and them sitting in front of the food kitchen cupboard. -My highest skill is cuddling! When I’m not specialising in Dachshunds I’m also a casual volunteer at RSPCA. I was a full time volunteer when I lived in Brisbane. This taught me an excess amount of dog skills such as: - Reading Dog Body Language - Reading Dog signals - How to approach a dog - Showing them the affection they deserve - Dog Walking

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Melissa

Melissa

Dachshund Specialist

Surfers Paradise
Doggy Day Care
Doggy day care
Daytime care, at the sitter's home
50 AUD for each additional pet
75 AUD
/day
All services and rates

Unavailable

Melissa is currently not available to accept new requests.

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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