WE have a lovely home located in Tarragindi with a deck backing on to bushland.
We are 10 km from the Brisbane CBD and close to bike ways.
We have 2 dogs, Kelpie and Golden Retriever, that require love and affection, this will be the longest we have ever left them and the first time with a stranger.
Please review information below and if you feel you are a good fit reach out to us to discuss further.
Pet Care:
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Feeding:
- Provide breakfast and dinner for both dogs.
- Offer the occasional bone as a treat.
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Medications:
- Administer the golden retriever's medication during storms.
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Walking and Exercise:
- Take the dogs for daily walks, for example kangaroo point river loop walk and/or exploration of the nearby bushland.
- Ensure the Kelpie gets to visit the agility dog park.
- Engage in playtime with ball chasing.
- Maintain their indoor/outdoor routine.
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Grooming:
- Brush both dogs regularly.
- Wash regularly.
- Schedule and take them to the dog groomers as needed.
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Health Monitoring:
- Be aware of any health issues and contact the vet if problems arise.
- Report any unusual behavior or changes in their health.
House Care:
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Mail Collection:
- Collect and organise mail regularly.
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Lawn Maintenance:
- Mow the lawn as needed.
- collect and dispose of dog bowel movements
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Garden Care:
- Water the front garden if the weather is dry.
- collect and dispose of dead palm fronds from footpath or yard and place in green bin for collection.
General Responsibilities:
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Duration of Stay:
- Commit to the full 64-day period or coordinate with interim helpers.
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Communication:
- Keep regular communication with the homeowners regarding the well-being of the dogs and any concerns.
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Access and Restrictions:
- Access the kitchen, lounge, downstairs bathroom, water closet, laundry, and dryer.
- Understand that the front 2 rooms and garage are off-limits.
- no other persons permitted to staywithout discussion with owners, no sub letting of permisses permitted.
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Parking:
- Park your car on the premises.
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Available Resources:
- Utilize high-speed wifi, gas water, and a gas stove top.
- Access kitchen appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave.
- Use the robo vacuum, standard vacuum, and mops to manage shedding fur.
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Additional Information:
- Take advantage of the nearby small supermarket and fruit shop within walking distance.
- Explore the leafy suburb with trees, shared bike paths, and pedestrian paths.
- bin night is Thursday and need to be collected in to property on Friday.
Personal Requirements:
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Dog Loving Attitude:
- Have a genuine love for dogs.
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Energetic and Fit:
- Possess good energy and a level of fitness to meet the dogs' exercise needs.
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Responsibility:
- Demonstrate responsibility in managing the dogs' well-being and the house.
Emergency Procedures:
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Vet Contact Information:
- Provide contact information for the local vet.
- Vet is walkable.
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Emergency Plan:
- to be discussed: we will have a plan for emergencies or unexpected situations.