In-home pet sitting
​The Kind Way Pet Care provides in-home pet sitting services in the southern Central Coast region, NSW, Australia.​
Visits are one household at a time and tailored to each dog. Care may include walking, feeding, playtime, reinforcing training techniques, special needs, or gentle companionship depending on age, health and energy levels.​
This approach is particularly suited to dogs who may benefit from consistency and familiar surroundings or may have other special needs including recovering from an illness, injury or surgery or other ongoing conditions.
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If you would like to check whether your suburb is included, you can view the full service area here.
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What to expect
1. Enquire and Meet
Enquiries start with a quick, no-pressure phone call about your dog and your needs including care required, your schedule, and any questions you may have.
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If it feels like a good fit, we will arrange a relaxed meet-and-greet in your home, so everyone, including your dog, feels comfortable before care begins.
2. In-home care visits
Each visit supports your dog’s wellbeing through exercise, mental stimulation, and familiar company, while giving you and your family confidence and peace of mind.
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Visits may include a walk, playtime or enrichment activities, feeding, medicine, gentle grooming, training practice, specialised care, or simply cuddles and companionship, depending on what’s most appropriate for your dog.
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Walks are unhurried and tailored to your dog, with time to sniff, explore, and move at an appropriate pace with a focus on exercise, variety and stimulation.
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Meal preparation and assistance transporting your pet to and from the veterinarian and other appointments can also be discussed.
After each visit, you will receive a friendly update with photos, videos and comments, so you can see how your dog is doing and feel reassured they are happy and cared for.
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Above all, visits are designed to be genuinely enjoyable and rewarding for your dog.
3. Safety and Trust
Your dog’s safety and wellbeing will always come first. Care is provided one household at a time, and instructions are followed carefully to ensure consistency, comfort, and minimal disruption.
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Similarly, discretion and respect for your home and privacy are central to how visits are handled. Your space, preferences, and household boundaries are always treated thoughtfully.
Special Care & Senior Dogs
At different stages of life, some dogs may benefit from a little extra support. Special care by The Kind Way Pet Care is for dogs recovering from surgery, illness or injury, or managing other medical and special needs, and can be supported through thoughtfully tailored in-home visits that follow the routines and instructions established by the owner and their veterinarian.
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While veterinary advice is not provided, this support is designed to help owners and their dogs with their daily routines.​
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Visits may also include monitoring and progress reporting so you can stay informed and have a recorded history of any changes in your dog's comfort, weight, mobility, appetite, or overall wellbeing.
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Dogs that may benefit from special care visits include:
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Dogs recovering from surgery, injury or illness
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Dogs managing ongoing medical conditions
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Dogs experiencing sight or hearing loss
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Dogs with mobility or joint issues
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Senior dogs
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Dogs who may feel anxious or unsure at times
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Dogs following a weight management plan
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Dogs who simply benefit from a little extra care
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Support may include:
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Gentle handling and help with feeding and toilet breaks
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Low-impact activities or short walks
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Outdoor outings in a dog pram
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Administering medications
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Assistance with exercises recommended by your veterinarian
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Monitoring and noting changes in weight, condition, mobility, appetite or behaviour
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Quiet companionship and reassurance
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Support services including meal preparation and transport to and from appointments
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​​Every dog's needs are unique, but the following are some common situations where extra support can make a real difference.
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Post-Surgery Support
Gentle visits to help dogs recover comfortably at home following surgery or injury. Visits may include assistance with short toilet breaks, medication, feeding, low impact activities, and ongoing monitoring to ensure your dog remains comfortable and settled and is progressing with recovery.
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Weight Management Support
For dogs following a veterinarian-recommended weight management plan, visits can help support recommended feeding and exercise routines, and consistency while you’re at work or away during the day.
Progress reports can be very helpful during this period including tracking excersise, weight, condition, appetite and any symptoms or reactions to a change in diet.
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Senior Dog Support
Older dogs often benefit from slower walks, low impact activities, closer observation, and a little extra patience. Visits are tailored to suit the pace and needs of senior dogs, including those experiencing reduced mobility, vision, or hearing.
In addition, support in monitoring and recording any changes to behaviour, health and appetite of senior dogs can help owners identify symptoms of aging early and seek professional guidance.
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Companion Visits
Sometimes dogs reach a stage where comfort, quiet company, and a familiar presence matter most. Companion visits are designed for dogs who may be slowing down, feeling more vulnerable, or simply needing a little extra reassurance while their owners are away.
Time may include sitting together, talking to them, helping them outside, and assisting with feeding and medications. These visits are about kindness and comfort, making sure your dog feels cared for when you're not there, and that you have the peace of mind that they're not left alone for long periods.
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Pricing: Special care visits are charged at the standard hourly rate. If additional support or tasks beyond routine care are required, this can be discussed and agreed on in advance.
Meal Preparation
Some dogs require freshly prepared meals as part of their routine diet, recovery or as part of a weight-management plan. Preparing these meals can take time, particularly when ingredients need to be cooked and portioned correctly.
The Kind Way Pet Care can assist with meal preparation as an add-on to a scheduled visit, using ingredients supplied be the owner and prepared in the owner's kitchen according to their instructions.​
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Cooking protein, vegetables and other ingredients supplied by the owner
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Portioning, weighing and labelling meals
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Preparing containers for refrigeration or freezing
To keep things simple, ingredients, containers and instructions are provided by the owner. The Kind Way Pet Care brings any cooking equipment or appliances needed.
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Pricing: Meal preparation is booked as an add-on to an existing pet sitting session and charged based on time required as per the pricing schedule. Meals are typically prepared in batches covering one or two weeks of meals.
Pet Transporation
The Kind Way Pet Care can assist with transporting your pets to veterinary appointments, grooming visits, daycare, or other destinations when needed.​
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Any notes, instructions, or updates provided during the appointment will be included in the visit update for your records.
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Pricing: Pet transportation is charged at the standard hourly rate. If the appointment requires a drop-off and pick-up at a later time, the service can be split into two 30-minute sessions.
A little bit about me
Hi there, I’m Antonia, and my love of dogs has been lifelong.
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I have always had dogs in my life and I understand how important it is to know they’re being cared for properly when you’re not there, or you simply need a bit of help. I also know, from experience, how difficult it can be to find calm, reliable and tailored care that feels genuinely thoughtful and not rushed.
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Before starting The Kind Way Pet Care, I spent over 20 years working in a corporate environment. That experience shaped how I work today, with reliability, clear communication, and a strong sense of responsibility.
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This service is one I would have wanted for my own dogs when I was working full time: unhurried, one-on-one care in the comfort of my own home, provided by someone I trust who takes the time to really understand my dogs.
I have also been in the position of having a special needs dog, so I have deep appreciation and passion for specialised care, and can support you with the unique care your dog needs.
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I intentionally care for a limited number of households at a time so I can offer consistency, familiarity, and personal attention, both for your dog and for you.​
Service Area
The Kind Way Pet Care provides in-home pet care across the southern Central Coast region, NSW. This includes Blackwall, Booker Bay, Daley's Point, Empire Bay, Ettalong Beach, Killcare, Patonga, Pearl Beach, Pretty Beach, St Huberts Island, Umina Beach, Wagstaff, Woy Woy, and other suburbs within this service area.​
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If you are located just outside this service area, you are welcome to get in touch and we can talk through what you are looking for. ​
Pricing
In-home visits (1 hour) – $60
A calm, one-on-one visit tailored to your dog, provided in your home. Visits may include a walk, playtime, feeding, gentle grooming, reinforcing training or exercises, special needs care, transport or quiet companionship, depending on what’s appropriate.
Visits are unhurried and intentionally scheduled to allow flexibility for when your dog may need a little extra time.
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Additional dog – $20
For dogs from the same household, cared for during the same visit.
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Meal Preparation (per 30 mins) - $30
Meal preparation for your dog is offered as an add-on to an existing pet sitting booking​. Time required will will vary depending on the number of dogs, quantities and preparation requirements. You can find more information on meal preparation here.​​​​​
Get in touch
If you would like to enquire about care for your dog, you’re welcome to get in touch by phone, email or by using the form below.
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I will respond personally to discuss your needs and arrange a meet-and-greet if it feels like a good fit.
Call or text welcome.
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If I'm with a dog, I'll return your call as soon as possible.