Grace

Doggie Smiles

Auckland
22 times favorited
19 recurring guests
Last booked 4 days ago
Last contacted 5 days ago
Lives with 1 cat
Usually responds within few hours
14 h ago
Last activity
<2h
Response time
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
20 NZD for each additional pet
40 NZD
/walk
All services and rates

About Grace

Kia ora, my name is Grace (she/her), 29, a previous Zoologist now studying to become a psychologist based in Auckland, New Zealand. I love animals, having grown up being surrounded by many animals (with the most being 5 cats, 4 dogs, and fish at one time). This love for animals is what inspired me to study Zoology and follow a career in Wildlife Management and Conservation. Since finishing my MSc in Zoology, I now work casually as a support worker and am studying psychology. As a nature lover, I enjoy going on hikes and taking dogs for a variety of nature walks, such as to the beach, bush, and parks.

My dog walking/pet sitting experience includes working as a dog walker and pet sitter with Happy Wags in Christchurch in 2018–2019 and with Pawshake since 2019, in addition to having grown up surrounded by animals (dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, a mouse, and a budgie) and looking after friends’ pets when they have gone away. I have experience grooming dogs and cats (i.e., cutting nails, brushing, and bathing) and giving medications (i.e., de-fleaing, eye drops for conjunctivitis, and oral medications). I also have experience looking after animals from a range of ages, from puppies/kittens, going through toilet and obedience training with them, to old dogs/cats, keeping them comfortable and supplying them with their daily medications.

The services I offer include:

  • Dog walking, where I come and collect your dog up from home, take them on a walk for 1 hour (let me know if your pet needs shorter walks), and then bring them back home. Discounted dog walks if walking with other dogs ($30 - let me know if you're flexible with times and I'll update you if I am walking other dogs at the time and can give you a discount on yours too)
    • Home visits, where I will visit your home to feed and top up water for your pet and can also spend up to 1 hour socialising with your pet.
    • When booking with me I really appreciate having a list of important things noted down for when I arrive to help your pet’s time with me. This information includes:

      • quantity of meals;
      • where to dispose of litter;
      • medications needed (when to take; how much);
      • allergies or dietary requirements;
      • treats and discipline;
      • length of walks (on/off lead, friendliness with other dogs, etc.);
      • any behavioural issues;
      • parking for me;
      • emergency contacts (your number(s), local vet number, etc.).
      • I understand that a pet is not just a pet but part of the family so I will ensure that your baby is safe in a loving environment surrounded by loving people, being attentive to their needs. So, if you're interested in booking with me, please enquire within and I hope to be caring for your animals soon. 

        Additionally, please note I am triple vaccinated and let me know if you would like me to be masked during meetings and visits.

        Grace's services

        At your home

        Dog Walking
        Dog Walking
        An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
        20 NZD for each additional pet
        40 NZD
        /walk
        One home visit a day
        One home visit a day
        Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
        35 NZD
        /day
        Two home visits a day
        Two home visits a day
        Two drop-in visits for your pet
        70 NZD
        /day

        Grace also offers

        Pick up / drop off

        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.

        Reviews

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        Home Visits
        Bridget, 2024-03-10

        Amazing as always ♥️🐈‍⬛

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        Home Visits
        Bridget, 2024-03-10

        Amazing as always ♥️🐈‍⬛

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        Grace's Pets

        Guava
        Cat

        Skills

        Specific Skills

        I speak English
        +5 years of experience
        Familiar with dog training techniques
        Qualifications: MSc in Zoology, PGDipSci in Wildlife Management, BSc in Zoology; GradDipSci in Psychology NZ Full Driver's Licence; Drive to Survive Level 1; Defensive Driving Course; First Aid Experience dog walking and dog/cat sitting through Happy Wags

        Experience with

        Animal welfare as a volunteer
        Rescuing pets
        Behavioural problems

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        Grace

        Grace

        Doggie Smiles

        Auckland
        Dog Walking
        Dog walking
        Min. 30-minute walks
        20 NZD for each additional pet
        40 NZD
        /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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