Grace

🐶Experienced and Patient Cat and Dog sitter!

Flemington
6 times favorited
2 recurring guests
Last contacted yesterday
Lives with 1 dog
Lives with Irish Red Setter Cassie
Usually responds within one hour
22 h ago
Last activity
<1h
Response time
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
4 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/walk
All services and rates

About Grace

Hi there!

My name is Grace and I'm new to Pawshake, not new to cat sitting and dog walking ;)

I am a pet ADORING dog walker, cat sitter and enthusiastic about giving the best care for all animals. I traveled from New Zealand to pursue my passion for Animal Welfare getting a certificate in Animal Care this year. I am 24 years old with a bachelors degree in Performing Arts. I am new to Melbourne and live an active lifestyle. I live in Flemington which is a very walkable area with lots of parks safe for dogs.

Here's what I can do for you!:

Areas: Flemington, Essendon, Ascot Vale and Newmarket.

- Dog walks

- House visits for dogs and cats.

House visits I can stay for 30 minutes to an hour. I can visit multiple times per day. Dog walks can range from 30 minutes to an hour. I can take the dogs on a regular on leash walk around the neighbour hood or to the various fields and parks in Flemington offered that are pet friendly!

I have also worked at a vets in the past which gave me a myriad of experience with animals, and I administered basic mediation to several cats and dogs at the time via pills or food. My own dogs also required medication via mouth and ears which I am comfortable doing. I am comfortable brushing and cleaning animal mess. When doing house visits I am willing to feed the animals as well as water plants or get mail. No personal information, keys or codes will be distributed.

I have lots of experience cat sitting and dog walking. I frequently care for dogs for days at a time. I am very empathetic and believe each dog is different and I love to give them the kind of walk that enriches their lives. Whether that be a long walk, a run, play time or a cheeky cuddle sesh. I have experience walking small, medium and large dogs including Border Terrier's, Maltese's, Australian Shepards, Pitbulls and setters. I am always looking to meet new breeds and sizes and expanding my knowledge and skills.

I have also got a lot of experience looking after cats here in Melbourne of all personalities and I am very respectful of every different need each kitty has.

Back home, my family dog is 11 year old Cassie! She is a large Irish Red Setter; the light of my life and truly the biggest reason saying goodbye to NZ was so difficult. My other darlings name was Willow, who left us half way through last year. She was 9 and I miss her dearly. Because of these two girls, I have a particular soft spot for elderly dogs.

I am motivated to be a dog walker and pet sitter because it is my dream to work for a cattery and doggie daycare business and groom pets, as well as giving senior dogs a new lease on life with the love and care they deserve. October of this year I begin studying for my certificate in Animal welfare to officially start my journey.

Thank you so much and I hope to help you and your pups out whenever I can!

Grace's services

At the sitter's home

Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
10 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/day

At your home

Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
4 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/walk
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
25 AUD
/day
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
45 AUD
/night

Grace also offers

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days 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

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

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.

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House Sitting
Nicola, 2024-09-11

Great repeat booking with Grace. Communication is excellent, gentle and caring with my cat, home left neat and tidy. Would book again.

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Home Visits
Vanessa, 2024-08-19

Grace was professional and easy to work with. She was diligent and made being away from home a lot less stressful. Grace clearly loves animals and spent genuine quality time with my cat. I highly recommend her services and will rebook again in the future!

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Grace's Pets

Cassie
Irish Red Setter

About Grace's Home

Accepted pets

Dog sizes
0-80 kg
Dog ages
1-20 years
Cats
all kinds

Grace's home

An apartment
Has no kids

Walking areas

Nearby off-leash dog area
Urban & City park

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
< 5 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I have experience working as a kennel assistant for two years. This required lots of cleaning the animals, their cages and food bowls. As well as feeding and on some occasions assisting the vet in non procedures with the animals. I have been surrounded by all kinds of animals including ones with behavioural issues, such as aversion to children, men and other dogs. I have experience walking dogs with no off leash rules and muzzled. My own dog had some issues in the past that we resolved through attending dog training classes. And I have continued to research dog training techniques online for my own interest. I have walked lots of dogs for friends, family and neighbours and wish to expand that branch outward and help others who need it.

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Grace

Grace

🐶Experienced and Patient Cat and Dog sitter!

Flemington
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
4 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Grace

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days 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

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

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.

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