“A house is not a home without a pet.” ~ Anonymous
Hi, My name is Vanessa!
I am many things to many people – daughter, sister, friend. Now I am hoping to be the person you go to for your house and pet sitting including doggie adventure and moggie play needs ( also known as dog walking and minding your animals ).
I took over Gold Coast Pet Sitting from it’s previous owner in October 2008. It was a 30th birthday present to myself as I was searching for ways to earn an income doing what I love – interacting with animals.
I feel I am reliable, trustworthy, competent and most importantly an avid animal lover ( yes, ALL animals ).
I have been owned by several cats throughout my life ( and “mate” to one dog ). My most recent “owner” is Marnie. I am also a registered volunteer with the Animal Welfare League Of QLD and partake in volunteering whenever possible. Dog walking and cat cuddling are my main two activities. I’ve also fostered many kittens in my home through-out my time as a volunteer.
YES - I am police checked and my certificate is available for inspection at the meet n greet.
YES - I have current references from current and past clients who have employed my services.
YES - I have Public Liability Insurance
YES – I successfully completed the Brisbane PetSaver™ class in June 2010
(and am one of THE FIRST pet professionals in the Gold Coast region to complete this First Aid for Pets course!)
YES - I am a member of Association of Pet Sitting Excellence + Professional United Pet Sitters + Pet Sitters International + Australia and New Zealand Professional Pet Sitting Organisation
Random Facts About Me:
- I love the color blue in all its variety.
- I regard myself as having a Flexitarian diet
- I have been using the internet consistently since late 1993.
- I am an avid user of Twitter and the internet as a whole.
- I love dark Chocolate.
- I have lived on the Gold Coast for my of my life yet never lived in on place on the Gold Coast.
- I lived in the USA for 6 months attending a Florida High School.
- I enjoy doing the dishes. Something about that hot water full of suds that is calming to me.
- I enjoy hydro-bathing dogs ( and do not mind the water splash on me!).
- I’ve always enjoyed the company of the animals in my life. They keep me grounded and sane.
- I’ve been a a fan of Garfield ( the comic book cat ) for over a decade.
Anything else you would like to know, Just Ask!
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” ~ Anatole France
