Maria

Hi, I'm Maria! 🐶♡

Based in Belmont, North Shore, and happy to sevice surrounding areas

I LOVE dogs and all animals and would be very happy to provide your furbabies with fun, safe walks, and whatever else they need (see below for available services). I believe the physical and mental stimulation that come with walking are integral to a dog's well-being, and I would love to help them fulfill those needs while having the best time ever.

I recently completed my NZ certificate in Animal Management (Canine Behaviour and Training) and am excited to continue my career in the canine industry. As a part of the course, I completed work experience at a dog daycare, and also as an assistant in puppy classes. I am currently working for a local dog trainer as a contractor dog walker, and house and pet sitter, looking after dogs and cats while their pet parents are away. This includes providing the dogs with daily walks and adventures, enrichment, adapting to their specific routines and needs, etc. so that their owners can have peace of mind that their pets are having a great time and are in capable hands. I also have previous experience raising and boarding service dogs. I am hardworking, honest, and reliable, and I use force free, positive reward based methods with all the animals I work with.

At home, I am slave to a bouncy, friendly labrador, who I also compete with in scentwork, and two spoilt guinea pigs 💞

My current services:

🐾 Dog walks $45/hour

Your dog will get the agreed length of time exploring, playing, and walking with a certified dog trainer.

🐾 Training walks $50/hour

Your dog will get the agreed length of time walking and training with a certified dog trainer. We can work on recall, loose leash walking, ignoring distractions, socialisation, practicing cues, or any other goals you have for your dog while out and about.

For owners who have first used my walking services:

🐾 House and pet sitting $90/24 hours (dogs) or $50/24 hours (cats or other pets)

I will give your pets the best care, adapting to their individual needs and routines, so you can have peace of mind while you are away.

🐾General visits $50/hour

I will come to your house to walk, play, spend time, etc. with your dog or pet for the agreed length of time. This is a great option to break up the wait if your dog needs to be left alone during the day.

🐾 1 feeding visit per day $25

I will come once a day to your home to feed your cat or pet.

Half an hour once a day feeding, playing, cuddling, spending time, etc. with your pet each visit: $30

🐾 2 feeding visits per day $40

I will come twice a day to your home to feed your cat or pet.

Half an hour twice a day feeding, playing, cuddling, spending time, etc. with your pet each visit: $50

🐾 House sitting and visits may be available for everyone in the future!

Why me?

🌟Certified dog trainer

🌟Professional experience

🌟Passion for helping pets and their people

🌟Excellent feedback from previous clients

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions at all. I look forward to meeting your furbabies!

Maria 💕