Felipe

Hello! 😊 

Thanks for visiting my profile!

I'm Felipe, and I moved to Christchurch to pursue my studies at the University of Canterbury. As a dedicated individual, I am keen on finding a fulfilling way to help support me and my wife while also offering a service that benefits both pet owners and their beloved companions. 

Having spent 8 years working in the Brazilian Federal Police Dog Section as a police detection dog trainer and handler, I've gained experience in understanding canine behaviour and needs, especially with German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois. I've also been a friend of Christchurch Bull Breed Rescue volunteering there since November 2022. This background equips me with the skills to ensure that your furry family member receives a professional and lovely care he/she deserves in your absence.  

For me, pet sitting is a passion that centres on the well-being of your pet and ensuring their comfort and security. My goal is to ensure your peace of mind while you're away, knowing that your furry companions and your home are in professional and caring hands.

The sitting includes at least one nice long walk to exercise and get lots of sniffing and playing, cuddling, feeding and other special care if needed. Additionally, I can keep/provide basic training (no pulling on lead and waiting to feed, entering/leaving the house/gates, no jumping, etc) while keeping the pet's normal routine as much as I can (walking and feeding times, no jumping on the bed/couch if not allowed, and other habits and instructions the owner may provide). 

- The home visit can be up to one hour and includes a visit to feed, change water, clean what is needed, toilet time and of course a great playing/training time. 

- During the weekends, I am available for pet sitting full time, but on normal weekdays, I'm available from late afternoon (5pm) until in the next morning (8:30am).

- Same for Walks. Full time on weekends but on weekdays only after 5pm.

Occasionally my wife Sara joins me in pet-sitting if it's not a problem of course. She's another pet lover who's been working in the Hospitality industry since our arrival in November 2022. Please rest assured that I'll keep your home security, tidy and clean for when you come back, keeping eventual towels and bedding washed before we leave. I am also happy to do other home shores as instructed.

I like to think how beautiful it is to realise that we as humans couldn't be what we are today if pets, especially Dogs, didn't have a fundamental chapter in our "human history book"! How can we not love them if their history is deeply mixed with ours? 

Feel free to contact me for a quick meet and greet and ask anything you want.

I would be happy to extend my professional dedication and affection to your pet.

Also happy to provide referees :) 

Thank you for considering me to be your pet sitter.