Dog Walker Wellington Region @ Wellington

I love pets because I’m Argentinian and in my country I rescued a lot of dogs, cats and birds from abuse and abandonment. More than 40 dogs, 3 cats and 2 birds. I know how to take care of them, feed them and renew their water every day, take them for walks, heal their wounds, give them medicine and above all, give them a lot of love.
I have experience raising and caring for many breeds of dogs, but especially mixed breeds and greyhounds, since they are the most abandoned in my country and the ones I rescued. I have 8 dogs at my house in Argentina, which we share with my mother. There are 4 greyhounds, a border collie, a mixed breed, a pointer and a Labrador. I have walked everyone every day, in two batches, first I have walked with 4 and then with the other 4. I know how to manage the times so that each of them enjoys the walk, so that they can do their business and I being able to pick them up, play with them and be happy. Always on a leash but with the freedom to sniff everything and thus enjoy the world around them.
I am a person who feels a deep love for all animals, I am a vegetarian and I lead a quiet life respecting the environment, I love nature and spending time surrounded by animals. I am especially passionate about dogs, I feel a special connection with them, they lift my spirits and it would be the best job in the world, so much so that in my country I already did it without expecting anything in return.
I enjoy this job since it is what my heart asks of me, to rescue them, take care of them, walk them and give them infinite love. I would be happy to be able to do what I like most in this new country for me, enjoy the walks in every corner of the city, meet each new animal and their personalities, each one is different and special for me.

Skills and qualifications

Able to recognise subtle signs of a problem

Skill to administer medications

Basic understanding of how to manage and care for pet

Other skills

I’m not a veterinarian but having the experience of having rescued so many animals, I know when one of them is not feeling well and can provide primary care until it is seen by a specialist. I am curious about the animal world and I am constantly learning about canine communication especially. To respect their spaces, read their looks and discomfort, give them a personalized diet, walk them and educate them in a positive way. I do not agree with punishments and old disciplines that only serve to intimidate animals. The best way to educate them is to understand them and reward them with food by having a good attitude. The ideal for me is to generate a respectful but loving and close relationship, I feel that they are part of the family, not just a pet.