Kia ora,
I'm Anna. I'm originally from Sweden (fluent Swedish/English and passable German speaking) but I've lived in NZ on and off for almost 2 decades, and am probably more kiwi now than Swedish! Until 3 years ago, when I moved to Christchurch, most of that time I was based in Wellington.
When I settled down in Christchurch I decided it was finally time to make my lifelong dream of having a dog a reality - so I got my Shadow, a lively Springer Spaniel/Poodle cross. I work full time remotely since the pandemic so Shadow and I spend our days quietly together in my home office. Until recently we were joined by my tenant's dog while he was at work. Since they have moved out, I have missed the additional company, and a friend suggested I try pawshake! Because I work from home and can give your dog company during the day, I am offering both doggy daycare and dog boarding options. Shadow and I will break up the day with a lunchtime walk in the neighbourhood or a quick visit to the local park for her to stretch her legs (and give me some fresh air)!
I live in a house with a fully fenced property, with gates also to separate the front and back yard. In addition to two tenants, I also have chickens who provide the household with eggs. The chicken run is also fenced to keep curious dogs at a safe distance. :)
In terms of my experience with dogs (aside from my own), although I am new to pawshake, I used to volunteer as a dog walker for elderly neighbours who couldn't walk their dogs, I have done dog sitting for friends, and I love when friends visit with their dogs. My degree is in psychology and I completed my PhD in behaviour analysis, which is focused on animal behaviour! Shadow, being a typical enthusiastic Springer, has given me lots of opportunities to practice applying my psychology knowledge through training. I find it incredibly interesting and rewarding working with her as she learns and develops. In my photo gallery you can see a picture of last summer's training project: getting Shadow comfortable with stand-up paddle boarding (that's me, Shadow and a friend's dog on the paddle board - the ultimate dream is that she enjoys boat life as much as I do)! I've put dog training as a service because I am happy to work on your dog's skills after a discussion with you, but please note that I am not qualified to train behavioural problems.
I'm happy to administer oral medication as per your instructions. Fully vaccinated pets only please.
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.
We were very happy with how our dog's first stay went with Anna and her dog. Great communication, we will book again. Thanks
Anna was a great sitter. Will definitely contact her again when I need someone.