Melanie

Trusted And Doting House Sitters

Auckland
8 times favorited
1 recurring guest
Usually responds within one day
14w ago
Last activity
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House Sitting
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
40 NZD
/night
All services and rates

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Melanie is currently not available to accept new requests.

About Melanie

About Melanie and Nate

Hello! We're Melanie and Nate, a dedicated house-sitting duo based in Auckland. With a year of full-time house-sitting experience under our belts, we're thrilled to offer our services on Pawshake. Here's a little more about us:  

I'm Melanie, and my passion lies in being a dedicated member of an ecological consultancy team in Rosedale. My work revolves around the preservation of nature and wildlife. It's not uncommon for me to be in situations where I rescue native animals from project sites, making sure they're relocated to safe environments. My love for animals goes beyond my professional life; I've also had the incredible opportunity to work with exotic animals at Hamilton Zoo while pursuing my Certificate in Animal Management.  

I'm Nate, and I work as a freelance videographer. The best part is that I have the privilege of working from home. This means that your pets will have a constant companion. Whether they're in the mood for playtime, a cuddle session, or just a friendly chat, you can rest assured that I'll be there to keep them company while you're away.   

In our free time, we're all about embracing the outdoors and exploring the beauty of nature. Additionally, we share a passion for Latin American dancing. We're well-versed in several styles, including Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, and Kizomba. 

Housesitting has been an incredibly fulfilling journey for us, and we genuinely cherish the opportunity to care for pets and homes. A few more things to know about us:  

· We're both non-smokers, ensuring a clean and healthy environment for your home and pets.  

· We come equipped with our own transportation. 

Do you have previous experience? 

Absolutely, we have a wealth of experience! Since relocating to Auckland, we've had the pleasure of completing 12 housesits and counting. Our furry, feathery, and even woolly friends have included cats, dogs, rabbits, alpacas, chickens, and fish. Beyond that, we have a track record of providing specialized care, including administering medications such as oral, eye drops, ear drops, and even insulin for those pets who need it. We pride ourselves on our adaptability and our ability to reassure and care for pets with all types of personalities, be they boisterous, shy, or anxious. Your pets' well-being is always our top priority!" 

Will you send us updates of our pets?

Certainly, keeping you connected with your pets is a top priority for us!  

We love capturing precious moments with your furry family members and often create a visual diary of their adventures. We find that WhatsApp works wonders for creating a convenient group chat with pet parents while they're overseas. This way, you can receive real-time updates, photos, and videos, so you never feel too far away from your beloved pets.  

Your peace of mind and staying connected with your pets are of utmost importance to us. We're more than happy to tailor our communication to your preferences and ensure you're always in the loop. Feel free to let us know how you'd like us to keep you updated!  

Do you have references?

The reviews on Pawshake are a couple of years old from when Melanie was housesitting in Dunedin. Since we've relocated to Auckland, we've been actively housesitting through a different platform. To provide you with up-to-date feedback from satisfied homeowners, we've included a screenshot of our recent reviews in our gallery.  

We want you to feel confident in our ability to care for your home and pets, and we're more than willing to share this recent feedback with you. Please take a look at our gallery, and if you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out. Your peace of mind is essential to us.  

What awaits us upon our return home? 

Joyful pets! Previous pet parents have shared their delight in seeing their furry friends happy, relaxed, and healthy in our care. Your home will also be in impeccable condition, with laundry taken care of and household essentials, like detergent, replenished for your convenience. As a heartfelt token of our gratitude for choosing us as your housesitters, we love leaving a small gesture of appreciation.   

Melanie's services

At your home

House Sitting
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
40 NZD
/night

Melanie also offers

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

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House Sitting
Ashley, 2020-02-25

Friendly sitter who I'm sure would be awesome with adult dogs :)

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House Sitting
Lyra, 2020-01-05

Amazing sitter. We could not recommend Melanie highly enough. She was great with our 2 hounds. She sent us photos, kept the house clean, and she was easy to contact. We will definitely hire her again at a heartbeat.

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Specific Skills

I speak English
+10 years of experience

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Melanie

Melanie

Trusted And Doting House Sitters

Auckland
House Sitting
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
40 NZD
/night
All services and rates

Unavailable

Melanie is currently not available to accept new requests.

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

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