Rachel

My name is Rachel Barnhill, I am 25 years old and am a Registered Vet Nurse with experience in both general practice and specialist medicine. Thus, my passion for animals runs deeper than a love for cuddling them! Working with animals and providing them with the most thorough and attentive care as though they were my own is my greatest passion and is a quality that makes me a highly valuable animal carer. My work ethic consists of carrying-out my duties with dignity, passion, dedication, enthusiasm and an open-mind.   

I am very experienced when it comes to handling animals of all shapes and sizes. I am confident I will provide your beloved furbaby's with the care, affection and attention they deserve. 

I have a lot of experience with appropriately feeding, toileting, medicating, exercising and socialising with animals. You can relax knowing your pet(s) will be in safe, experienced and capable care. 

A lasting sentiment my previous boss said to me on my final day was; “Rachel, never have I had such a young and inexperienced employee have such a tremendous and positive impact on this team. Your passion and enthusiasm for the wellbeing of animals never went unnoticed."

I look forward to being able to support you by providing your pet with expert and compassionate care from a vet nurse who is warm, genuine and empathetic.

FAQ's Regarding My Services:

What are the specifics of your dog walking services?

- Dog walking (max. 2 dogs at one time)

- I am able to offer a maximum of 2 walks per day per dog

- Can be urban or rural depending on your pooches preference! Rural location can include parks, farms, beaches, forests etc.

- Am happy to conduct off lead walks if your dog is well trained and can be trusted to return to me on command.

- I will tailor the walk distance and speed based upon the age, energy levels, general health of your dog. (For example, if your dog suffers from arthritis, I am NOT going to take them on a 10km rocky terrain hike.)

What other services can you offer while providing day care for my pet?

- Basic dog training (sit, down, come here, fetch, lead-training)

- Basic grooming (nail clipping, brushing, teeth cleaning)

- Can confidently administer oral, rectal, ocular, aural, and injectable medications.

- If you have indicated prior to booking that your pet requires 'round the clock' care, then I will prioritise you and not book any other clients for that day so I am able to provide that. 

- If your pet is booked for a full day of day care, then they will not be left alone for more than one hour, if at all. The only reason I would need to leave momentarily would be for an emergency.

Do you offer pet boarding?

Unfortunately not. I am happy to travel most distances to care for your furbaby's from the comfort of your home but due to my living arrangement, I CANNOT offer boarding from my home.