Rose

I have grown up in a family with many four legged furry bodies. We've had mice, hamsters, rabbits, guinea pigs, dogs and horses. A house is not a home without an animal to share it. Once you have experienced the love and what an animal brings, its hard to be without one!

I am originally from England, and moved here in October 2023. I currently work as an osteopath for humans, but have treated animals casually as well! I came to NZ for the lifestyle - for how accessible nature is here and the more relaxed pace. I love being immersed in nature, through tramping, swimming, or meditating in the sun.

When I finished school I worked and saved up my money then travelled through many countries for three years before settling at uni. When I was travelling I would use Workaway and some of the stays I did were looking after farm animals, and most often domesticated animals too.

Back in England, our family's 15 year old miniature daschund is flourishing in his twilight years.He has been with me for such a huge part of my lifetime it was incredibly difficult to say goodbye. Now I take every opportunity to spend time with animals I meet. Even if it's a friendly hello in the street for a tail wag, or if they are comfortable then getting closer for them to give me a sniff and sometimes even a little lick! Missing my sausage dog is part of why I have come onto Pawshake. As well as knowing how much more freedom it has given my family when someone is able to look after him if everyone has plans to go away.