Hi! I'm excited to offer my pet-sitting services! I live with my Partner Cam and our dog Mitch and cat Molly in Albert Town, Wanaka. (**NOTE location change from June 2024 to Hāwea)
I adore pets and cherish the happiness they bring to our lives. Mitch, brings me so much joy. I want to help other pet owners have confidence their pets are being looked after when they are unable to. I understand the importance of ensuring that our pets are happy and well-cared for, even when their owners can't be by their side.
I grew up with a lot of Labradors, each with its unique personality and lived with and have helped care for a Black Russian Terrier & Lowchen. Now, I am the proud owner of Mitch, a Golden Retriever x Border Collie mix who is 2 years old, a big teddy bear, who loves to play with other dogs.
I provide a safe, loving, and comfortable environment for your pets, just as I do for my own. I look forward to the opportunity to give your dog a home away from home, filled with the same affection and care they receive from you.
Day Care & Pet Boarding:
My home has a fully fenced secure backyard. Pets will have access to the house (must be house-trained). I work from home and will be with the pets during the day & night (however pets must be okay to be left alone for short stints - 1 hour during daycare or up to 3 when boarding). Mitch sleeps inside the house on his bed, if your dog is staying they can have their own room or also be in the lounge with Mitch - whatever your preference is. Pets are my number one priority in my day!
- note: Overnight stays are for a 24 hour period, eg if dropped off at 9am must be picked up at 9am the next day or an additional day board charge will be added.
- You supply their food
- A free meet & greet to be arranged before overnight stays
Dog Walking:
I live close to the Clutha river and take dogs for walks along the track and for a swim if they are a water lover like Mitch! If your dog is responsive off lead they can also have a great run around. We also have a reserve at the back of our property, great for off-lead playing.
Dog walks are for 30mins. I offer 1-2 per day. Generally always do a morning walk but have flexibility on times.
Requirements all dogs must have before booking a home-stay with me:
Mitch is desexed and fully vaccinated.
- Dogs must be up to date with their vaccinations, including Kennel Cough
- Dogs coming to stay with us would naturally need to be comfortable around other dogs.
-Well socialised and display no aggression
- Toilet trained
Collection and drop off may be able to be arranged at an additional charge. Please reach out with any questions!
*From June 2024 location changes to Hāwea - still with a fully fenced backyard and able to take care of your pets! Pictures will be updated in June.
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
Thanks so much Merryn! Riley had an awesome time, and clearly got the exercise she needs as she's tuckered out now. Really appreciated all the photos and videos you sent through. Only issue is I think she had more fun with you than she does with me! Thanks again, we'll definitely be in touch next time we need a hand.
Merryn and Cam took such great care of Finn who can be a little nervous and flighty. By the time we picked her up she had had a fabulous day including walking along the river and playing with Merryn and Cam’s dog Mitch. Highly recommended.