Kia Ora!
My name is Ollie, and I am a 25 year old pre-vet student from the States. I have been working in animal care, in some capacity, for the last 7 years, with the last 3 years of that experience being as a veterinary nurse (oral, injectable, topical meds-- I can do them all!). During my time as a nurse, I also had the privilege of working under a board certified veterinary behavioalist, meaning that I am very comfortable dealing with animals with behavioral issues (anxiety, reactivity, fear-based aggression, etc.). In addition to dogs and cats, I also have experience with small exotic mammals, reptiles, and birds. I love creatures of all shapes and sizes, and would be happy to help care for your sweet fur (or scale/feather!) baby.
I offer the following services:
- dog walking: I am experienced walking dogs with behavioral issues/reactivity, and using all sorts of walking equipment including gentle leaders and basket muzzles. For reactive kiddos, I would like to discuss triggers/any prior training work done. Generally I reccomend 30 minute walks for dogs, but am happy to lengthen or shorten that time depending on your pet's needs.
- in-home drop-in visits: If your dog isn't a walker, or if you have other animals (such as cats, ferrets, etc.) in your home that need some love, I am happy to do in-home visits and handle any medications that need to be administered or feedings that need to be done.
- overnight house stays: traveling without your loved pet can often be stressfull for you, and your animals! I am happy to stay in your home with your critters, where they will be the least stressed. With 3+ years of veteriniary nursing experience, I am confident with giving medications via any route, and dealing with any medical issues that may arise while you're away. I am also happy to perform other house sitting duties that may need to be done-- watering plants, grabbing mail, etc. (As a note: I am a uni student and have on-campus obligations during week days, so I would be the best fit for animals that can deal with 4-5 hours of alone time a day)
I am always happy to set-up a no charge meet and greet to meet you/your pup and make sure we're good fits for each other. If you're interested, or would like to learn more about the services I offer, please reach out! I look forward to meeting you and your furry best friend :)
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.
Ollie was great with both of my dogs, the communication was really good and I was assured everything was going well at home while I was away, Ollie went out of her way to accommodate my departure and arrival hours.
Fantastic service, thank you Ollie
Ollie was great with our two dogs and sent us daily updates to keep us at ease. Highly recommend and would book again.