Hi everyone – Primarily, I am looking for companionship for my basset hound 1 year old in November 2024. I am more than willing to have your dog/s over for a play date during the week. I am especially interested in sharing Bosco, especially over the weekend (but am also open to weekdays)
A little bit about me. I grew up in Zimbabwe to British parents and have lived in South Africa, Australia and now New Zealand. I am an educated, mature professional who always wanted to be a vet! (in fact, I even applied to Sydney University as a mature student a few years ago). My love of animals and my passion for animal welfare goes deep.
I grew up with many animals (dogs, cats, chinchilla, birds, rabbits, horses) and competed in 3-phase equestrian sports representing my country as a teenager; my sister was selected to ride at the Olympics – my nephew is a top rider in South Africa today (so we’re a big equestrian family). Plus in Australia I am a qualified WIRES (wildlife rescue) volunteer. I have always been known for my love of animals and how they trust me quickly.
I share a key experience that I will never forget. Years ago, I was driving rurally at night & was the 1st passerby to stop and help a racehorse owner on the side of the road. Her horse had panicked inside the horse-float & somehow managed to crash its way through the small front window. The poor animal was thrashing & in pain; the owner sent their colleague to get a vet (and I distinctly recall her saying the vet needed to bring a gun. So, it was a dire situation). I was the sole person taking care of the front end of the horse and I held its entire head (possibly for almost 2 hours) soothing and calming it so that others could more easily try and release its tangled legs in the float). Long story short – the horse survived and I had to throw away my clothing from all the blood stains. A very rewarding experience as I truly believe I was an important part of that rescue.
I am a self-employed entrepreneur (and New Zealand company director); a businesswomen combined with being an athlete! In my business, as an Organisational Leadership Coach / Consultant, I work with leaders and their teams to elevate work life successes. I live in Wellington and can often be found walking in nature, in the hills and along the river bank, with Bosco Basset in tow!
My workday is varied although I always begin with early morning sport training. I work from home and attend meetings throughout the day (both online and in person). I am very open and willing to caretake a pet that gets along well with Bosco.