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I'm motivated to care for animals because my experiences of animal companionship are linked with self-care. Through their enthusiasm and individual personalities, time spent with animals can keep us in the present, and even get us exercising more.

I am a working parent with a high-school age daughter. I'm also motivated to teach my daughter the skills that can be learned through pet sitting--compassion, commitment, planning & communication. Originally from America, we've lived in Wellington for nearly 17 years & call Aotearoa home. 

Our family pets are our 2 cats, Ivy and Daisy. In July 2025 we welcomed Theo to the family--a Tibetan spaniel puppy, with maximum fluff and sweetness. I've previously had two rescued Cavalier King Charles spaniels, Rowan and Wiggins. I grew up with cats and dogs in the home as well. 

I've previously done an obedience training course with my dog Rowan, and also took him on visits to aged care homes to do pet therapy with elderly residents. Finally, when my husband and I moved to Wellington we were regular volunteers at the SPCA (then located in Newtown). 

I am looking for temporary cat and dog sitting jobs. I can consider short term dog walking work that can take place in the evenings and weekends (Eastern suburbs only please). I have experience feeding cats in owners' homes in the Eastern suburbs through Pawshake--please check out my reviews..

I'm fit and can ensure dogs get plenty of exercise. My level of experience with walking more than two dogs at once is limited. 

Whenever possible I use my scooter to get around town rather than a car, to reduce my carbon footprint.

Thanks for looking at my profile! Please note some travel expenses may be charged for areas beyond the Eastern suburbs.

Anne