Halley-Vet Assistant&Pet Lover

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Hi! I'm Halley from Taiwan! I'll be arriving in Melbourne this December to start my Australian adventure, and I'm really looking forward to making some new furry friends along the way!

I'm a patient, friendly and thoughtful person. I worked as a veterinary assistant for eight years at an animal hospital in Taiwan, where I gained plenty of hands-on experience caring for cats and dogs of different ages, personalities and health conditions.

I like to treat pets as friends or family members, giving them lots of love while respecting their different personalities and boundaries.

When I meet a cat or dog for the first time, I always pay attention to their body language and give them enough space to feel safe and comfortable. I prefer to let them approach me at their own pace. Of course, if they want cuddles, pats or kisses, I'll never turn down such a lovely invitation!

I love watching dogs run happily around parks or grassy fields, and I also enjoy spending a relaxing afternoon with a cat curled up on my lap.

During my eight years as a veterinary assistant, I gained practical experience with many types of daily care and medical procedures, including giving medication with a pill dispenser, hiding medicine in food, giving fluids under the skin (subcutaneous fluids), applying creams or eye drops, and providing basic wound care.

If your pet needs special medical care, I'd be happy to discuss their vet's instructions, daily care routine and how comfortable they are with different treatments before the house sit begins. If possible, I'd also love to meet you and your pet in advance, so we can go through everything together and make sure they receive safe care with as little stress as possible. Any medical care I provide would follow your vet's instructions and local requirements.

I'm also experienced in checking pets' energy levels, appetite, drinking habits and toilet habits, as well as noticing changes in their usual behaviour. I'm happy to send you updates and photos as often as you'd like, and I'll contact you promptly if I notice anything unusual.

Apart from spending time with animals, I also love travelling, cooking, photography and writing.

My mum and younger brother are both chefs, so I take food pretty seriously! I really enjoy cooking, and I'm excited to explore Melbourne's streets, cafés and local life, capturing little moments of my journey through photos and writing.

I also enjoy quiet, relaxing time at home. I believe a clean and comfortable space can make a big difference to how we feel, so I like keeping my living space clean and tidy.

I understand that I'll be staying in someone else's home, and I'll always respect your space, belongings and daily routines. I'll take good care of your home, just as I would my own.

I can't wait to meet you and your furry family members in Melbourne, and hopefully spend some happy, relaxing days together! Read more...