Mei

Friendly and reliable pet lover

Airport West
8 times favorited
3 recurring guests
Last booked 8 days ago
Last contacted yesterday
Lives with 1 dog
Lives with Border collie/ terrier cross Mia
Usually responds within one hour
1d ago
Last activity
<1h
Response time
Dog boarding
24h stay, at sitter's home
30 AUD for each additional pet
55 AUD
/night
All services and rates

About Mei

Hi, I'm Mei - an avid animal lover with lots of experience taking care of dogs, cats, and other small pets. I'm originally from the UK and moved permanently to Melbourne earlier this year.

I live with my husband in Airport West with plenty of indoor and outdoor space, and only a 10 minute walk from a dog-friendly reserve. We have a 10 year old rescue dog called Mia, who is a very small border collie / terrier cross, with a calm and gentle demeanour, and is friendly with other dogs.

We are both experienced pet owners, having both had dogs and cats, as well as small animals like hamsters, and at one point an African pygmy hedgehog! In the UK we would regularly dog-sit for friends, family and colleagues, and just before coming to Melbourne, we did some house-sitting whilst travelling in New Zealand, taking care of all animals including dogs, cats, sheep, chickens and fish!

I also used to volunteer weekly at a cat rescue centre helping to feed, clean and socialise rescued cats and kittens.

What I offer

I treat every pet like my own and will give them all the love and attention they deserve. Whether you’re away on holiday, at work, or simply need a helping hand, I'll make sure your fur babies feel safe, happy, and well-cared for! This includes regular feeding, fresh water, cosy beds and blankets, playtime and walks. I’m also happy to carry out routine grooming and administer any medication required.

I offer dog walks, doggy daycare, dog boarding and home visits for dogs, cats or small animals, and am happy to fit my schedule around your pet’s needs.

  • Dog walking: I can walk up to 2 dogs at a time and the duration of walks can be tailored to your dog(s) requirements. I would usually take them out between 30 minutes to 1 hour, and can offer 1 or 2 walks a day.
  • Doggy daycare/ boarding: As we have our own dog, I limit daycare and boarding to 1 dog at a time to ensure that they get the best care and attention.
  • Home visits: I’m happy to pop in 1 or 2 times a day for 30 minutes to feed, play or spend time with your fur babies. This includes dogs, cats and any other small animals you want checking in on.
  • I’m happy to look after nervous and anxious pets, and will spend time getting to know them, making them comfortable, and giving them all the time and space they need to settle.

    Time spent with your pet

    We're both at home full-time so there is always someone at home when your pet comes to stay with us and they will never be left alone in the house. We will spend time throughout the day playing and walking your dog, but also happy for them to just chill and have a nap on the bed of their choosing!

    Environment

    We live in a house with a fully-fenced/gated outdoor area to ensure your pet’s safety. We maintain a clean and pet-safe living environment and your dogs are free to wander around the house as they please - whether that's having a run around outside, or curling up on the sofa or one of our cosy beds inside.

    Our dog Mia is calm and friendly with other dogs and will happily play with them or give them space. She is fully-vaccinated and has regular flea/ worm treatments. We're more than happy for you to come round for a meet and greet beforehand. 

    If you need a reliable and caring pet sitter, please get in touch!

    Mei's services

    At the sitter's home

    Doggy Day Care
    Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
    20 AUD for each additional pet
    40 AUD
    /day
    Dog Boarding
    Overnight stay at the sitter's home
    30 AUD for each additional pet
    55 AUD
    /night

    At your home

    Dog Walking
    An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
    10 AUD for each additional pet
    20 AUD
    /walk
    One home visit a day
    Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
    20 AUD
    /day
    Two home visits a day
    Two drop-in visits for your pet
    40 AUD
    /day

    Mei also offers

    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

    Reviews

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    Doggy Day Care
    Tien, 2024-10-15

    Excellent communication and service. Kept me up to date with photos, and took great care of my dog. Highly recommend.

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    Doggy Day Care
    Cheryl & John, 2024-10-08

    Thanks guys for looking after Louie and Maisie so well, we highly recommend Mei and her husband.

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    Availability

    Mei's Pets

    Mia
    Border collie/ terrier cross

    About Mei's Home

    Accepted pets

    Dog sizes
    0-40 kg
    Dog ages
    1-20 years
    Cats
    all kinds
    Small animals
    rodents, rabbits, ...

    Mei's home

    A medium outdoor area
    Has no kids
    A fully fenced backyard

    Walking areas

    Nearby off-leash dog area
    Urban & City park

    Skills

    Specific Skills

    I speak English
    +5 years of experience
    Familiar with dog training techniques

    Experience with

    Animal welfare as a volunteer
    Rescuing pets
    Behavioural problems

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    Mei

    Mei

    Friendly and reliable pet lover

    Airport West
    Dog boarding
    24h stay, at sitter's home
    30 AUD for each additional pet
    55 AUD
    /night
    All services and rates
    Contact Mei

    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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