Im an experienced sitter/dog walker and a big animal lover - decades of experience over a lifetime and excited to invite furry friends into my life again. I will happily play with, run around with, and chat with your dogs and engage in stare downs, out sass, cuddle attack or play laser tag with your cat. Or just love on the elders and the nervous ones as they curl up with me.

I am in my 40s and lost my 4 legged bestie some years ago after nursing her through cancer so I have space in my heart and home for new friends. 

My mum bred dogs that were valued for their health and temperament and I’ve been around and cared for lots of dogs and cats all my life. 

I’m not a dog or cat person, I'm both. I get on well with boisterous, playful animals, as well as nervous rescues who need to be approached with care. I will work with your preferences, take careful instructions, respect your home and your besties will get a lot more than a cursory bowl fill, and a lap around the block. 

Enrichment activities, documenting updates, play time, monitoring health needs, cuddles and walks.

I live by myself in a small flat in Hamilton Hill and any part time work is done at home so your animals get company and engagement 90% of the time.

I'm fine with most cats and dogs, apart from very large/strong dogs

WALKING I want to walk more! With dog friends. I will preference close to home (within 5 km) for regular gigs so I can cycle there. I live near Manning Park and a short drive to the dog beach. 

Dog beach and other off leash adventures can be negotiated once a level of recall, comfort and safety is established.

Both check ins and walks are covering up to an hour of my time, total - from mine to yours, and back. The surcharge is for travel outside my local area.

HOUSESITTING I’ve done plenty of house/plant/bird/dog/cat/kid sitting over the years. 

I am all good for daily walks and care tasks, just have an invisible disability so occasionally require some minor accommodations.

If you have any vulnerable people in your home I am happy to wear an N95 mask when interacting.

DOGGY DAYCARE - trialling in 2026. Drop off after 830. Best for smaller or not extremely high energy dogs as I don't have an enclosed yard but a massive lawned area out my door, and bushland across road.  

BOARDING In future I may offer doggy daycare, or occasional sleepovers for regulars. if it's the right fit I might consider for you.

OTHER INFORMATION

For most sits and all regular walks I prioritise local, potentially adjacent suburbs. I am comfortable with giving medication, and have managed cancer and special health needs, highly anxious dogs. 

I take the responsibility and trust you place in me seriously. I ask you to fill in a brief online form with preferences, quirks and temperament, preferred commands/current training, diet, medical and emergency information. 

You will get lots of updates and pictures as I'm practicing photography (unless you prefer not to) Look forward to meeting your furry mates!