Welcome to the VIPets pet care blog, where professional expertise meets practical advice for Christchurch pet families. I’m Lesley Huntley, your local pet care specialist with 10+ years of experience helping pets live their happiest, healthiest lives.
Here you’ll discover:
Every article is written from hands-on experience with real pets in real situations. Because when you’ve spent over a decade as Christchurch’s trusted pet care professional, you learn what truly works – and what pet parents really need to know.
Your pet’s happiness starts with understanding. Let’s explore together!
After 10+ years of experience, VIPets has come full circle back to where they started: individual dog care tailored to each pet’s unique needs. Our specialised approach now focuses on seniors requiring gentle attention, puppies requiring focused development, and dogs benefiting from personalised care rather than group dynamics.
Cat sitter costs in New Zealand range from $15-40 per visit, with professional services averaging $20-30 for 30-minute visits. Understanding pricing factors like location, visit length, and service quality helps you find reliable cat care that provides genuine value for your feline friend’s wellbeing and your peace of mind.
High-energy dogs thrive with structured morning and afternoon outings that provide comprehensive exercise and mental stimulation throughout the day. VIPets’ twice-daily service combines morning feeding with neighborhood walks plus afternoon adventure outings to parks, beaches, and trails – all for $50 per day, giving active breeds the premium care they deserve.
With most Christchurch catteries fully booked by October for Christmas 2025, professional in-home cat sitting offers reliable holiday care when traditional options aren’t available. VIPets provides Christmas Day visits from $20, allowing your cat to stay comfortable in familiar surroundings while you enjoy festive celebrations with complete peace of mind.
Many cats find staying in their familiar territory less stressful than adjusting to new environments during travel periods. Professional in-home cat sitting allows your feline friend to maintain their comfortable routines, favorite sleeping spots, and territorial security while receiving expert care from experienced Christchurch pet professionals.
When your dog is recovering from surgery or illness, they need specialised care that goes beyond standard pet services. Drawing from real experiences with two Jack Russell recoveries—one from cruciate surgery, another from stroke—VIPets provides professional post-surgical visits with veterinary coordination, gentle rehabilitation, and individual attention that supports healing while preventing setbacks.
Hi, I’m Lesley, and I run VIPets. It’s nice to virtually meet you!
After 10+ years caring for hundreds of local pets, I’m sharing the real-world insights that help dogs and cats thrive. From reactive dog success stories to senior pet care advice – every article comes from genuine experience with furry family members right here in Christchurch!
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