I am a uni student studying a Bachelor of animal and veterinary biosciences, and I have had pets large and small for my whole life.
I have had years of experience with small and large animals alike, such as bunnies, dogs, cats, horses and reptiles! I currently volunteer as a keeper (primarily birds and mammals) at a well-known mobile zoo which has given me a lot of experience with native and exotic animals, and paired with my degree I have a high level of knowledge about animal behaviour and care. I have a particularly strong interest in wildlife and native animals, but cherish all pets and think they're all amazing.
- I hold a basic wildlife license and am comfortable feeding and caring for snakes and other reptiles/exotic animals.
- I have 10 + years of equine and large animal skills, including feeding, rugging, riding and basic first aid such as vaccinations, deworming and wound treatment.
I am passionate about all animals and maintain that they all deserve only the best of care, understanding the needs for each animal will be different to the next.
I live in Whittlesea and currently own a black Labrador named Hurley, a beautiful cat Archie, 2x carpet pythons, Atlas and Daisy, and a beautiful Appaloosa x Arabian gelding named Jester - I cherish my animals and they are all superbly looked after and loved, and I extend this level of care to your furry friends. Although I am unable to offer boarding at my own home due to the current menagerie, I am more than happy to travel within reason.
For home visits: (roughly 30mins-1hr a visit depending on what is needed to be done)
- Animal feeding/basic grooming
- Any basic medication will be administered as required
- Other basic house sitting such as bringing the mail in, watering plants, checking over house etc included in-home visits
- Dog walking can be arranged for home visits
House sit:
- Dog walking included in house sits as well as all the above tasks
- I would be at your home for the majority of the day unless I am at uni (not on campus currently with uni online only) or at work (4 hours a night).
Dog walking:
- On average would be 30-45 mins brisk walk, or happy to take your pet to a nearby dog park on request
- Available each day in the mornings only
Happy to chat if you have any questions or enquiries! References available upon request.
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
Tara is absolutely amazing! She was incredibly communicative and understanding from the start, did everything for our girl as we asked and kept us fully updated. I couldn’t recommend her enough!
Tara was great , I have no problems with her job at all, did a great job kept in regular contact with us , took photos of our pets and sent them to us ..A+ very happy