Rina

I will help you make your pet happy.

Timaru
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House sitting
24h stay, in your home
50 NZD
/night
All services and rates

About Rina

Who

I'm Rina. I'm a 23-year-old Japanese.

I am a qualified dog groomer and dog trainer.

I can speak English at a conversational level.

I work full-time as a dog groomer from 9 AM to 5 PM, and I can accommodate requests in my spare time:)

I will come to your home and act as a dog sitter.

Expertise

I started pet sitting because I wanted to help dogs and cats live an stress-free and comfortable life by interacting with them.

I attended an animal vocational school in Japan for two years and obtained qualifications as a dog groomer and dog trainer. Although I don't have any qualifications, I studied dog and cat nursing at a vocational school.

In Japan, I worked at a privately owned dog grooming salon, and in addition to grooming, I also worked as a dog walker and dog hotel.

I used to work at a pet shop in Japan, so I can help take care of small animals as well.

I've loved dogs since I was a child. My first miniature dachshund died three years ago, but now I have a Shetland Sheepdog in Japan.

I can also administer medication other than injections.

You may be worried because I'm Japanese, but I have the qualifications, so you can leave it to me with peace of mind.

My services

⚪︎Dog walking

$20 per

$10 extra for each pet.

I also take 1-2 hour walks depending on the age and physical condition of the dog.

I go to beaches, trails, parks, and other places with few cars and people.

I have a sports watch so I can send a message detailing the distance I walked and the places I went.

⚪︎Home visits

$15 once

$25 for two visits.

2 hours.

I can also receive mail, water plants, feed and change the water for dogs and cats, and change the litter box for dogs and cats.

⚪︎Overnight pet sitting

$50 per night.

I would be happy to look after your dog or cat overnight, if possible please provide a bed.

If possible, please make a to-do list.

⚪︎Grooming service(Cat and Dog)

Nail clipping $10

Brushing $10

Foot trimming $10

Anal gland expression $10

(2 for $15, 3 for $25,4 for $30)

I'm always here to help, so should you require anything further, do not hesitate to let me know.

I was a former bicycle racer, so I'm confident in my physical strength. I love trail running and would like to go with your dog.

During the reservation, I will regularly update you with lots of photos and messages.

I will do my best to support your beloved dog or cat so that they can be happy.

kind regards!

Rina's services

At your home

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

Rina also offers

Dog training
Grooming

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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.

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

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House Sitting
Geoff, 2024-08-14

We are SO happy that we found Rina & are absolutely blown away with her service - she is a lovely person, highly competent & a consummate professional! She looked after our home & our blind greyhound Fred, going far above & beyond what was expected!! Fred absolutely adored her from the offset & we came home after 10 days to a spotless house & a very happy houndy indeed!

The only 'downside' is that Rina is moving away from Christchurch & will be unlikely to house sit our boy for us again, unless we can persuade her to move back...

Thanks again Rina, you did an outstanding job & we couldn't have asked for more!!

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House Sitting
Kerry, 2024-07-18

I cannot recommend Rina highly enough! She looked after my wee 16 year old dog so well, gave all her meds & walked her daily. She also groomed her & my cats. I loved receiving the daily reports & photos & felt completely at ease with how my babies were being looked after. And I came home to a spotless home! She is wonderful!! 💖💖

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Specific Skills

I speak English & Japanese
< 5 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
Dog Groomer Dog trainer Cat Meister Although I don't have any qualifications, I studied dog and cat nursing at a vocational school.

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Rina

Rina

I will help you make your pet happy.

Timaru
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
50 NZD
/night
All services and rates
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Cancellation policy: Flexible

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.

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

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