Hello, I am a 56 year old woman doing full-time dog minding and walking. I am fit to walk ,hike a Mountain ,lift dogs and wade  out to get the floating ball in the sea.So that's me..

My home is in Remuera. I can drive to yours for pet minding or can look after them at my home. 

There are two FENCED ( wooden ,in the ground structures) courtyards and internal stairs . I have a big basket of dog toys  and the furniture can be jumped on with sheepskins for comfort in winter. As well as three  dog beds for choice. For boarding your  the dog  sleeps with me in my room.

 A baby gate is either at the front door or before the stairs.

During weekdays I may  have bookings for Dog walking /boarding which  started well before advertising on Pawshake. So I include that in my calender availability (sometimes I drop the ball ) I take along any boarding  dog with me for walks. If it is a preference that your dog stays at home all day, then he/she would be left alone while I walk the other dogs.

I put an effort into the safety and comfort of your beloved family animal. So I evaluate the nature of dogs towork with  my regulars (as does a Dog kennel)

Dog walking adventures-  1hr

 I can do Waitataruia   . It has shade, swimming ,mowed grass(they love rolling in it) a forest walk for sticks.

For walks I can go in the morning  and afternoon (except Summer for obvious reasons)

I try and I change up the walks  to give them interest , depending on howany I have :

Mt Wellington mountain-off leash if possible . The track is half around the Mountain lower down from the road. 

Mt Hobson -on  and off leash( there has been garden work done up there and workers so running dogs can get in their  way.

Kohi beach (Summer hours are before 10am off leash and strictly guarded by council) Winter all day the rest of the year.....if they do t change their minds.  Fav of mine and the dogs. TBH the rules are confusing and subject to change! With fines given on the spot, so I need to have control of all dogs.Fines range from $300-$700( a lady I talk to down there got slammed with both ,not knowing the NEW rules)

Madills farm Dog park - off leash ,ball throwing, meeting dogs if temperment allows.

Cornwall Park -on leash only walk.

Purewa Cemetery - on leash only( good for hot days and shorter walks with smelling being the mental exercise ) brachial / older dogs are good for this place 

OFF leash is dependent on whether the dog is capable of recall and instruction.

I only walk 4 max as new rules from 1 January. I haven't applied for the Dog walker registration, as it demands 2 dogs be leashed. To be honest 4 is  enough to oversee.

I can do pick ups as long as it's not too far, and a bit further -for a cost. I live in Remuera /Meadowbank so the closer the better

If recall is a maybe, I will leash them on a normal length or my 10mitre leash which I can let go off after watching how they act  and TBH they follow each other most of the time.

All of these areas are called for under controlled Dogs . I manage interactions,  watch for escalations and  redirect. Some dogs can be bad at it so I try and keep well away from others. Also when there is a pack they generally vibe  with themselves and having a random dog approach and join CAN unbalance the equilibrium.

I do have cautious Dogs that I particularly pay attention to their well being in unsettling situations, by giving them support and positive feedback when they show confidence and hopefully helping them gain it. 

A dog pram is available for elderly or just a partime walker.

I live with my daughter who is a vet nurse at VSA hospital . She helps sit for me if I need to pop out Monday's or evenings .

My Daughter has a dog who lives with us. He is a 6 year old male. nutured, relaxed and accepts all breeds. He is a Chavashon breed and medium sized( the black one in most of the photos)

I have an animal first aid kit at home as well as one  in my car for any incidents.

Also have extra leashes,harness , a dog carry front pack(small),seat belts and collars .

Specific dog pram for small ones.

MY EXPERIENCE so far:

Previous Dog day and boarding employee 

Animal first aid certified 

Police clean record certified 

Very good Dog  minding  references 

 Dog psychology behavior and training certificate - 2023

Completed the Chaos to Calm online training course

House sitting experience with references 

A previous private house cleaner for 10 years

Will continue with Dog training study

Coming into Animal care has been a very fulfilling experience for me. Coming upon this through my daughter who was studing to be a vet nurse and working at a cattery . It drew me into this world of care and maternal protection. 

So you can be rest assured I will look after your family pet like my own

Thank you for considering me

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Meeting your Dog will be outside my home, so he/she isn't bombarded with other dog smells  and giving them a little time to met me ,helping them relax first. 

INFORMATION:

OVERNIGHTS 

Is ,1/2 Dogs at a time overnight. It's not a big place. 

The dogs  usually   behave  differently to their regular relaxed home . They can  tend to pace more, get over excited and I try to keep to their routine , whilst encouraging them to have rest breaks to help settle them. Having a hyped up doggo is not healthy at long lengths of time

Important information 

As I am on other websites and have regular returning clients from them

A booking can't be definite until you have booked in and paid .

There are always enquires and they dont all follow up and book /pay. Hence  I cannot hold the dates I am sorry.

The rate is in reflection to the cost of using Pawshake with their 19%  deduction per booking.

I can do a discount for 2 week long stays or longer but the app still takes off the same amount me.

DAYCARE

I can have daycare dogs and boarding at the same time. (including our Yuki) 

If I have other dogs to walk I bring yours along or can use my Dog pram or front pack.

DOG WALKING

I can do one off's if you desperately need help .

I can do one walk every  week at the least.,being a permanent situation 

 I have found dog relationship is built on respect and trust from both sides. This develops our bond to ensure safety with recall and playing nicely.

All dogs have their quirks and  limits. With  understanding it, helps them all to play and relax .

Thanks for reading and considering me

Carmen