Hi! I’m Michaela - a dedicated animal lover who believes every pet deserves to feel safe, happy, and understood while their humans are away. I provide calm, reliable, and compassionate care for all animals, tailoring my approach to suit each species, personality, and individual need. I previously worked at a cattery, and when it sadly closed down, I wasn’t ready to step away from working with animals. That’s why I joined Pawshake - so I can continue doing what I love: offering thoughtful, dependable care and building strong connections with the pets I look after. From cuddles and enrichment to gentle handling and routine care, I make sure every animal feels safe, comfortable, and loved. Skills Administering oral medications Administering insulin injections Gentle low-stress handling Basic grooming tasks (brushing, wiping paws & coat checks) Safe harnessing & leash handling Basic health checks Recognizing stress/body language signals Experienced with shy/sensitive or nervous animals, elderly cats and cats with health conditions History Worked as a cattery assistant Worked as a farm yard assistant at a farm park Volunteered at SPCA with cats & small animals Volunteering at a dog rescue Fostered cats requiring socialisation, queens with neonates and kittens/cats of all ages Qualifications New Zealand Certificate in Animal care (Level 3) - Companion Animals & Rural Animals New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management (Level 4) - Companion Animals New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management (Level 4) - Canine Behaviour & Training Companion Animal CPR and Emergency First Aid Looking forward to hearing from you !