AUCKLAND'S DOG WALKERS

Since I can remember I’ve always had animals in my life! I was born in Auckland and grew up with dogs, cats, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, plenty of tropical fish, turtles – the list goes on! I use to love spending my school holidays working on a farm in Waihi. My first company, Guardians Dog Minding, has been delivering dog services since we opened our doors in 2005 and I have a wealth of knowledge in all things dog. Our goal has always been to provide exceptional customer service that is professional, customer focused, convenient and exceeds expectations.

Kat is our Training and Development Manager, bringing over 15 years of professional experience in the dog industry. Originally from Guatemala, Kat pursued her passion for animal behaviour by studying at the University of Hawaii. She has since worked in various roles, managing dog facilities that offer a range of services, including training. Her extensive background in animal behaviour and facility management makes her the perfect fit to oversee both training and development programs, ensuring the highest standards of care and education for all dogs and staff in our services.

After stumbling across our vans in the wilderness, Fred knew he had found his calling to become a CityPets handler. The next day Fred knocked on the door of CityPets HQ with his CV in hand and the rest is history! Fred’s infamous whistle and “Come on! This way!” quickly became one of the most recognised and loved recall commands by owners and dogs alike; Replaying videos of Fred’s adventures is bound to get tails wagging and ears perked up.

Billy has joined us as a previous parent of his own fur baby, Buster, going on adventures and now he has switched sides to help bring all of your fur babies the best days out!! ​ Rescuing Buster from the streets of Romania he had a lot of training to do. He has done four training courses which has enabled him to learn so much about dog behaviour.​ ​ He looks forward to helping out and giving your dogs the best adventures!

Chelsea is an outdoor enthusiast who loves hiking and has a deep passion for animals. With hands-on experience, she previously worked on a dairy farm, where she managed both the farm operations and staff. Chelsea also has a background in childcare, having worked at a daycare, where she developed skills in caring for and nurturing young children.

Scarlett grew up on a farm, surrounded by hardworking dogs and beloved Newfoundlands, which ignited her passion for animals early on. An outdoor enthusiast, she loves staying active, whether it's playing tennis—where she proudly became the Auckland University tennis champion—or enjoying a game of volleyball. Combining her love for dogs and her active lifestyle, Scarlett offers exceptional dog walking services, ensuring that every furry friend has a fun and fulfilling experience outdoors. With her farm background and commitment to fitness, she provides a perfect blend of care and adventure for your pets!

Amanda is joining us as a student from the University of Auckland where she is studying Biological Science, History and French. She is a dedicated and hard worker and has a go get it attitude! She loves everything to do with the outdoors.