Luciana

Luciana T.

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Administering medication
Fenced garden
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Reliable and Experienced Pet Sitter

6 repeat guests
29 reviews
Response rate: 98%
About Luciana
I've always loved and lived with animals. My stepfather was a veterinarian and from an early age, I helped him at his clinic, where I had the opportunity to interact with several species and learn to understand limits in dealing with animals.

A few years ago I started working at an NGO that rescues and finds new homes for abandoned or mistreated cats. I was the manager at the Brazilian NGO Catland, overseeing the care of over 200 cats. My responsibilities included organising supplies inventory, feeding, maintenance of proper sanitation conditions, well-being (i.e. social interactions and territory organisation), and health care (i.e. medication, neutralisation, forced feeding, and neonatal care). This experience further tightened my bonds with animals and willingness to help them. In 2017 I came to study in Australia, where I had the opportunity to work as a pet sitter for one year. Was a very rewarding experience and now that I'm living in Australia again, I would like to continue this work that is so important to me. I also earned more experience working voluntarily in other animal shelters in Portugal, where I have lived for the last nine months.

As pet sitter, I usually spend one to two hours with the pets during visits and walking (time may vary according to the needs of each client). I like to take the dogs (when they're sociable) to dog parks, where they can interact with other dogs and play without the need for a leash. When I'm hosting, they usually stay indoors (except for opposition from owners).
With cats, I prefer to make room for them to approach; my experience in shelters has taught me that it's the best way to earn their trust.

I love spending time with animals, and I do whatever it takes to make sure they have a good time with me. I have no problem playing with toys, getting dirt or running around with them. Honestly, that accomplishes me.
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Children at home
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Owns pets
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Police Check
Pets Accepted
Small Dog
Medium Dog
Large Dog
Giant Dog
Puppy
Cat
Bird
Rabbit /
Guinea Pig
Luciana's Home
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Type: House
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Small backyard
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Fenced backyard
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Household
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Pets sleep indoors
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Pets sleep outdoors
Policy
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Cancellation: Flexible
A full refund will be offered to Pet Owners if they cancel up until the day before the booking at 12 noon. After which Pet Owners will be charged 50% of the total booking value.
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Accepts last-minute bookings
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Accepts long-term bookings
Reviews & Testimonials
29 reviews
Wendy C.
Pet Hosting - Feb 19, 2020
Home away from home, thanks again xxx
Emma O.
Pet Hosting - Jan 20, 2020
I can’t thank Luciana enough for looking after Betty so well over the past few days! And for giving me the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your precious pup is in the hands of someone who genuinely cares. 🤗❤️
amanda t.
Pet Day Care - Nov 22, 2019
thank you for looking ichiban for the past 2ish months. he loves staying with you and all the fun at the dog park. thankyou for being flexible and feeding ichiban his med when he was sick . we will def use you again in the future
Brendon F.
Pet Hosting - Nov 11, 2019
Marley came back a very happy and exhausted dog from all her adventures! Thanks again.
Service & Rates
Overnight Pet Services
Pet Hosting
At Sitter's Home
$ 62 / night
Pet Sitting
At Pet's Home
not offered
Daytime Pet Services
Pet Day Care
$ 51 / day
House Visiting
not offered
Dog Walking
not offered
Dog Grooming
not offered
Dog Training
not offered
Transport
Pick Up - Drop Off
not offered
Emergency
Transport
Available