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Refilwe M.

Montreal, QC

4.5 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Graduate neuroscience student

Pet care experience

Growing up, we have always had dogs in the home. In Botswana, my home country, dogs are mainly for security so my parents opted for medium - large dogs (Boerboels, American Staffordshire Terriers, Pitbulls, and Dogo Argentinos) as well as Jack Russels. So I am comfortable with large dogs. Since moving to Montreal for school, I have cat sat 3 different cats (for up to a month at a time), fostered a mother cat and her kittens with the SPCA, fostered and began training a dog (medium-large border collie mix) coming from Kuwait to be adopted, and have recurrently watched friends’ dogs (miniature poodle, pug, and yorkshire terrier).

Reviews

Jeffrey R.
Dog Walking • Apr 10, 2024
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Refilwe was very sweet and reliable. She took the time to get to know my energetic 18 month Aussie doodle. She gave him the care he needed even though he isn’t easy. My dog is sweet but heavily pulls the leash. Refilwe took this as a challenge. Thank you Refilwe for your care of our dog.

Turrel R.
Dog Walking • Apr 09, 2024
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Very kind lady. And great energy. I was a bit disappointed when I gave her a heads up that when she initially went to the house Maple would bark. And that she needed to get upstairs for her to smell her feet to ease her nerves. She seemed okay with it because of the body language Maple had given her in her first interaction with her. But when it came to it Maples bark scared her to the point she didn't feel safe and left the house (understandable) but left my upstairs door open causing Maple to freak out every opportunity she saw someone passing the house. Which then had caused an issue with my landlord and my neighbor because she was barking for about an hour before I was able to close that door. So I was a bit disappointed that I chose someone that had apparently dealt with big dogs. And my dog is a medium dog with a big dog bark that scared her away.

Paul Y.
House Sitting • Mar 06, 2024
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Refilwe was a wonderful person to spend a couple of days with Hank. She is smart, kind, thoughtful, and Hank developed a super affection for her. She was perfectly conscientious with him and with us. She stayed in touch with us so that we always were up-to-date about how she and Hank were doing.

Karabo M.
Feb 04, 2024

Growing up with Refilwe, her innate connection with dogs was unmistakably profound. Even as a child, her maternal instincts, patience, and deep care for all living beings were evident, but her bond with dogs stood out remarkably. Refilwe’s approach to understanding and disciplining dogs mirrors the gentlest aspects of parenting, focusing on empathy, respect, and clear communication. Her ability to forge deep emotional connections with these animals, coupled with her dedication to their well-being, has always amazed me. As her sibling, witnessing her natural ability to nurture and positively influence every dog she encounters is both inspiring and a source of immense pride. ---

About Refilwe M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I follow care instructions carefully and strive to ensure that your pet’s schedule is not disrupted. I am neat and clean and guarantee that your home will be found in the state that it was left in. I believe that mental stimulation and play are very important for a pet and so I make sure to include that in the care that I provide

Services

House Sitting
in your home
CA$45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
CA$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
CA$15per walk

Refilwe can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

As a graduate student, my schedule is flexible such that it can be adapted to the pet I am caring for. I sometimes work remotely too (depending on the phase of my thesis). I do not work on the weekends, therefore I can dedicate more time to care for your pet.

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About Refilwe M.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I follow care instructions carefully and strive to ensure that your pet’s schedule is not disrupted. I am neat and clean and guarantee that your home will be found in the state that it was left in. I believe that mental stimulation and play are very important for a pet and so I make sure to include that in the care that I provide

Location

Montreal, QC

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Refilwe M.

Montreal, QC

4.5 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews