General considerations
★ Prior to commencing any service, I’ll send through an intake form. After submitting this, we can set up a brief meeting in person to discuss the information you’ve provided, as well as what you’re hoping to get out of my services.
★ Please feel free to let me know any information about your pet’s history or behaviour, even if you feel it may not be totally related to the current situation! All info is valuable and helps create a comprehensive picture of how best to meet your pet’s needs. The more data points, the better.
★ Let me know if you’re interested in more than one service. I’m happy to combine certain services where it makes sense, while keeping it as cost-effective as possible.
★ Please ensure your pet’s parasite treatments and vaccines are up to date.
★ Please be aware that I’m able to assist with ongoing medical care tasks, however I am not a veterinarian or veterinary behaviourist.
★ Please inform me prior to the service of any allergies, sensitivities, or medical conditions your pet/s have that may affect the service I’m providing.
★ After each service, I’ll send through a summary of the service along with an invoice. Payment (via bank transfer or cash) is generally due within 72 hours, after which late fees may apply.
★ I charge 20% for cancellations less than 12 hours prior to the scheduled service. I do not charge for rescheduling.
Walking
★ 30-90 minute dog walks from your home.
★ Including play, enrichment, and training (if requested.)
Things to consider ✷
⬥ Please keep me aware of any behavioural concerns or training goals so I’m able to reinforce your dog correctly.
⬥ Please ensure your dog has a leash and a well-fitting collar (or harness).
⬥ Does your dog have any particular preferences on walks, or sensitivities to things in the environment? Are there locations in your local area you’d prefer to avoid?
⬥ What’s an average duration for your current walks? How frequently are you and your dog walking at the moment?
⬥ After returning your dog home, I’ll send you a message detailing our route, what we did, and any notable behaviours you might want to know about.
⬥ During adverse weather conditions (eg. high speed winds, rain, over 25° and rising) I may have to limit the walk’s duration for your dog’s comfort and safety.
Pricing ✷
★ $35 for 30-60 mins
★ $40 for 60-90 mins
★ $5 per additional dog
Training
★ Training sessions in or out of your home (eg. at a nearby park) of up to 60 minutes.
★ Address behavioural concerns and train basic obedience.
Things to consider ✷
⬥ Prior to beginning training sessions, I’ll conduct a brief meeting in person. This is a great opportunity to discuss your pet’s history, your ideas and/or concerns, and create some general goals to work toward.
⬥ My priority is always to ensure the safety and comfort of your pet. I avoid aversive tools and methods, as I believe they do not help any animal feel safe enough for their emotions or behaviours to truly change in a positive direction. Training and behaviour are almost never quick fixes in my opinion.
Pricing ✷
★ $40 per session
Care tasks
★ Pet care tasks, such as drop-ins, feeding, basic grooming/bathing, and cleaning of pet spaces.
Things to consider ✷
⬥ Some specifics on my care task service:
⬥ Drop-ins: I check in at your home for about 5-10 minutes (or up to 45 mins, at your request) to ensure your pet is safe and has all the basics they need (eg. replacing bedding, scooping litter, providing food, water, medications.) I’m also happy to provide some play or comforting pats if they’d enjoy that.
⬥ Feeding, watering & administering medication: I provide your pet with fresh water, and their meal. I’ll also wash any feeding dishes if needed. Regarding special dietary restrictions, I’m happy to complete basic food preparation tasks if this is required. I am also able to administer oral liquids and tablets, as well as topical medications.
⬥ Basic grooming: I can brush your pet’s coat, or bathe them if necessary. Keep in mind you may need to be present for more invasive grooming such as teeth brushing or nail trims, or if your pet can be more prone to stress when groomed.
⬥ Cleaning of pet spaces: maintaining a hygienic space is so important for your pet’s safety and comfort. Sometimes it can get overwhelming, so I’m happy to help out by cleaning your pet’s crate/enclosure, washing pet dishes, replacing bedding, deep cleaning litter boxes, etc.
⬥ Prior to my visit, please provide me with a clear description on tasks to ensure I understand your and your pet’s needs.
⬥ I take public transport everywhere, so I’m currently unable to bring any cleaning or grooming supplies along to homes. As such, please provide any tools you’d like me to use for pet-related cleaning, or grooming of your pet.
Pricing ✷
★ Approx. $20-30 per task
Pricing for care tasks is approximate due to wide scope of service. I will keep combined services as cost-effective as possible.
Minding
★ Up to 6 hours of daytime pet minding/sitting at your home.
★ Includes providing meals, basic grooming, play and enrichment, and pet-related cleaning.
Things to consider ✷
⬥ I’m currently only available for daytime minding, between the hours of 7:30am and 6pm.
⬥ Please keep an eye out for communications from me while I’m with your pet in case of emergency or an urgent concern. (On the other hand, if you prefer frequent updates, I’m very happy to provide these!)
⬥ I don’t currently bring any cleaning or grooming supplies along to homes; as such, please provide any tools you’d like me to use for pet-related cleaning, or basic grooming of your pet.
Pricing ✷
★ $30 per hour