Fancy Fur Babies - Dog Walking Services

18/03/2024

Big News: Saying Farewell to Our Dog Walking Adventures 🐾

I've got some bittersweet news to share about walking my pups & my Fancy Fur Babies business .

After almost seven amazing years of being the ‘Fun Aunty’ in many pups & their families lives, I've decided to close up shop. This wasn’t an easy decision but one I have decided (just this weekend) to bring forward much earlier than I originally planned this year following a great opportunity that arose for me.

As of March 31st, 2024, I’ll be ‘officially’ wrapping things up business wise.

While it's tough to say goodbye to my fur & non-fur friends, I'm excited to start some intensive study to restart my career in the Technology Industry, now that my kids are grown up.

Thanks to everyone who has supported me, loved me & given me their trust with their fur babies, I’ve loved & appreciated it in ways that you will never know.

Love
Natasha 🐶🥰

*photo of Graham the Greyhound enjoying some special time with his mum in a very special place this weekend.

29/02/2024

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20/02/2024

I’m lucky that Graham the Greyhound doesn’t do this in the middle of the night….. but sometimes he still takes his sweet time when it’s chilly & time for bed 😂 I KNOW many other pet parents feel it to!

09/02/2024

18/01/2024

So perfect 🥰🐶

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11/01/2024

Back into it this week for 2024 after an amazing break!

So happy to see all my pups again - and what a start!! ⭐️💖🐶🐶🐶🐶 these faces say it all 🥰

06/12/2023

When I walk my dogs, sometimes (ok, mostly)I’m in my own little happiness bubble so didn't notice this…. But on sending one of the mums a photo of her fur baby H***h (photo - H***h, Barny & Nyx)on his happy group walk today, she replied saying she saw us but didn't want to interrupt because were being so good….. so she snapped me snapping them! This is just the BEST story. 🐶☺️🥰

22/11/2023

Lol, they always know when it’s something they aren’t supposed to be doing 😂🐶🥰 gotta love it.

13/11/2023

Oh the joy & comfort of new shoes!!! When your hiking shoes only last 3mths & lose this much tread….. you know you are a professional dog walker 😂

03/11/2023

Annnnnnd….. an obligatory photo of Graham the Greyhound the ever chilled, stunningly graceful & always up to fill in any spots for pups that need a little extra TLC & of course the Fancy Fur Babies mascot 🐶🥰 this boy inspires me every day!

03/11/2023

Sooo many goodbyes! Mr Karta, we miss your craziness you happy boy! If you ever move down this way, let me know 🐶🥰

03/11/2023

However…. Room for others to fill their spaces….. & fill they have! No spaces available but please do get in touch as you never know how I may be able to fit them in……

Like Mr Theo who has recently joined us! How handsome is this calm & friendly dude ☺️🥰🐶

03/11/2023

Also said goodbye to Mr Rusty who’s family ALSO moved down south! Rusty was one of my originals from waaaayyy back very early FFB 😂 Miss you Rusty!

03/11/2023

We said a sad goodbye to Mr Max (in the middle) who moved away to the Sth Island….. heard he’s making some great friends though….. which was never a problem that Max had!

03/11/2023

Time for a bit of an update with some cutie pies!!! In a job that never gets boring & too many cute moments are missed(funny or tense ones not forgetting 😂) there’s always times when the pups pose like pros 🐶🥰

07/09/2023

I’m having the best time away on holiday with my mum & dad this week! Sorry to all my friends for taking my mum away from your walks with Fancy Fur Babies, but she’ll be back next week! Love Graham the Greyhound! ### 🐶🥰

30/07/2023

So true, just like humans (kids & adults alike) it’s up to us to be responsible for play, work & general activity - learn to read your dogs cues, you’ll have a great relationship & a happier dog (& you) when you understand these better. 🐶🥰

13/07/2023

Here’s to those days where an overdose of cuteness never goes astray….. just 4 (H***h, Taco, Barny & Lochie) of my 10 pups today giving me the best gooey eyes…..I have no intentions of quitting my day job soon 🐶🐶🐶🐶🥰

07/07/2023

Off leash time in a public setting is DEFINITELY a privilege & many of my dogs don’t have this privilege (for everyone’s safety but mostly their own).

Just this week a couple of mine lost their privilege…. But that beautiful full moon can strangely have a crazy impact on their behaviour also & you have to assess the reasons.

Still, if you can’t recall them, keep them on leash as it can get pretty nasty pretty quick.

20/04/2023

The teensy tiny ones, the misfit crews due to size & the ones who like to sleep straight after their walk 🥰🐶🐶🐶🐶 everybody deserves a shoutout!

20/04/2023

Let’s not forget the super big ones as well! Frankie, Obi & of course my very own Graham who joins me sometimes.

20/04/2023

Annnndddd some more adorable crews!

20/04/2023

I’ve been somewhat absent from FB recently due to busyness & general life & I’ve missed sharing my beautiful pups with everyone.

Expect an influx of some cuties…….

This crew today - They were so great, all stop when I ask them to, (yup, we practice stopping, resting & resetting) they were all so perfectly lined up, I just said ‘pups’ & this was the result! 🥰 Loki, Lucy, Max & Rusty. Just beautiful.

20/04/2023

This boy Barny!!!! He LOVES scratching himself on trees, branches etc but todays was a beautiful feathery tree…. & what a photo op 🥰🐶 I was in hysterics laughing at his antics.

04/02/2023

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15/01/2023

Hope everyone’s had a fabulous break over Xmas & New Years! I can’t wait to get back into it from tomorrow - although I have to say, I’ve truly appreciated my mini breaks scattered around the country catching up with family & friends! 🥰🥰

I have missed all my Fancy Fur Babies! 🐶🐶🥰

While Graham the Greyhound was snoozing his sunny day away today, I was busy completing my 6 hour NZ ‘PET 1st Aid Training Course’ to make sure I stay up to date with any potential emergencies or challenges I may be faced with by my fur clients (or Graham)

I had such a great time & it was awesome to catch up with likeminded individuals & to be hosted at the fantastic Needlenose Hound Services in Paraparaumu.

12/01/2023

WARNING:

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CAUTION ADVISED – testing has shown an increase in toxic algae and slightly elevated E. coli levels at:
❗ Ōtaki River near the Old State Highway 1 bridge
❗ Waikanae River at Jim Cooke Park.

Toxic algae can make people sick and can be fatal to dogs. These brown or black velvety mats grow on rocks in the riverbeds or come loose and wash up on riverbanks. Dogs love the musty smell and taste of toxic algae, so please keep them on leads away from the water and never let them scavenge at the river’s edge. If you think your dog has swallowed toxic algae, take them to the nearest vet immediately.

Always avoid swimming for at least 2-3 days after heavy or prolonged rain, which can cause an increase of contaminants in the water. If you’re feeling unwell after swimming at these sites, please see your doctor or ring Healthline 0800 611 116.

Check the LAWA website - lawa.org.nz/swim for the most up-to-date water quality results at your favourite swim spot.