Helen

I love your fur babies as much as you Do.

Lower Hutt
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Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
15 NZD for each additional pet
25 NZD
/walk
All services and rates

About Helen

I was mum to Zoe, a beauitiful hunterway bearded collie for 14 years. She was my 3rd baby. I love dogs/animals. I treat them as if they are my own. I ofen speak to dogs when out before I meet their owners. Dogs just love me, because I love them. I've done many dog sits both in nZ and overseas.

I have been asked back in many dog sits, because I do such a great job and the dog is well cared for in my charge.

I prefer to dog sit in the dog's house, because I think they're more at home there. I treat the house as if its my own, keeping it tidy. Im very professional, curteous and respectful.

I get on easily with most people and dogs. I have boundaries and just like kids need boundaries, so do dogs. As someone once said to me 'You're firm but fair' which I believe I am.

I grew up with dachsunds and we still have them in my family. I have also worked at HUHA for a while and realised then that just like humans dogs just want love, kindness, attention, food and walks. It changed my perspective on dogs greatly. There are no bad dogs, just poor owners.

Dogs are a big responsibility. They are like another family member and we need to realise that.




Helen was excellent at communicating right through the process of house-sitting. Always proactive and reliable. We really appreciated the photos, videos and regular communication from her during our time away. Our dog got plenty of exercise and love, and was happy and and well on our return. We very much appreciated her care for our pup.

Helen's services

At your home

Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
15 NZD for each additional pet
25 NZD
/walk
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
25 NZD
/day
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
60 NZD
/night
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
50 NZD
/day

Helen also offers

Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

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Dog Walking
Denis, 2023-09-16

Helen is conscientious and caring. We found her good at sending us any updates and would send us photos of the dogs. The dogs seem to really warm to Helen. We felt reassured that she was looking after them well and therefore felt less worried about them. We would definitely use Helen again.

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Dog Walking
Natalie, 2023-08-09

Helen has been very good with our anxious dog, taking the time to make sure she is comfortable and gaining her trust. She has been very communicative and asked a lot of questions beforehand.

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Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+20 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I grew up with dogs. Had a dog for 14 years along with 2 human babies. Have worked as a volunteer at HUHA. Have dog sat multiple dogs (and cats) I adore animals and will often speak to them before the adult ! I had great boundaries with my own dog. Dogs come to me because they know I adore them.

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets

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Helen

Helen

I love your fur babies as much as you Do.

Lower Hutt
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
15 NZD for each additional pet
25 NZD
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Helen

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

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