ABOUT US
WELCOME TO BEST BUDS!
BASED IN CENTRAL OTAGO, QUEENSTOWN, WE HAVE A BEAUFTIFUL ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND READY FOR YOUR PUP TO EXPLAORE. FROM LAKES & RIVERS, TO OPEN FIELDS AND FOREST TRAILS, BE REST ASSURED THAT YOUR PUP WILL ENJOY A VARITY OF WALKS WITH OTHER LIKE-MINDED 4-LEGGED FRIENDS, OR THE COMPANY OF A HUMAN BEST FRIEND IF THEY PREFER!
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OUR AIM IS TO PROVIDE DOGS WITH PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STIMULATION TO KEEP THEM HAPPY AND HEALTHY, TAILORING EACH SERVICE TO THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF EVERY PUP. BY OFFERING A RANGE OF SERVICES, WE HELP BUSY DOG OWNERS MAKE SURE THEIR PUP RECEIVES ALL THE LOVE AND ATTENTION THEY NEED. FROM REGULAR DOG WALKS TO OVERNIGHT PET SITTING & HOMESTAYS WE CAN HELP! SO IF YOU HAVE AN ENERGETIC PUP THAT NEEDS TO BURN OFF SOME ENERGY, OR NEED SOMEWHERE FOR YOUR PUP TO STAY OVERNIGHT, THEN PLEASE GET IN TOUCH, OR DROP US A TEXT OR MESSAGE ON FACEBOOK & WE WILL GET BACK TO YOU AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU AND YOUR FURRY FRIEND!
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the Best Buds Team x
MEET THE TEAM!
"Hi , I'm Dani and welcome to Best Buds! Having previously worked with a diverse range of breeds, from tiny toy breeds to handling large working dogs, I have huge passion for working with dogs and gaining a better understanding of our furry friends. Through my studies in BSc Psychology & Animal Behaviour, I have gained a huge insight into the canine world and how evolution can help to explain many characteristics, traits and instinctual behaviours that we see today, specifically breed related. By recognising that each breed comes with specific requirements, I wanted to create a service to suit the individual needs of every pup, tailoring every service, walk and enrichment activity we do to help promote both their mental and physical well-being. Whether your pup is reactive, nervous, or simply bursting with energy, we are here to provide a personalised service in a fun and safe environment, so just flick us a message and we'd be happy to help!
Owner/Dog Handler
Dani
BSc (Honors) Psychology w/ Animal Behaviour
Certificate Canine Behaviour Level 4
Diploma in Pet Sitting & Dog Walking
Pet First Aid
Beth
Dog Handler
"I have always been a lover of animals, from playing ‘vets’ as a child, volunteering at local animal shelters as a teenager, to studying for a BSc in Zoology,then an MRes in Anthrozoology. I previously worked at a Doggy Daycare in California, before moving back to the UK and becoming a team leader for a busy daycare in the UK. My role focused on organising around 42 dogs daily, ensuring they were comfortable, relaxed, and safe, whilst enjoying their day with us! During the day they’d have access to multiple fields for supervised socialisation and play, as well as enrichment games, agility, and rest. Over the years I have also provided clients walks, check-in's and puppy visits as young as 10 weeks old, as well as regular overnight pet sits. I also hold a certificate in canine first aid and have attended lectures from a local dog behaviourist to expand my knowledge in canine behavior and training. Since moving back again to New Zealand, I am so grateful to be given the opportunity to live and work in such a beautiful country, and I can’t think of a better way to spend my time than out in nature with some furry friends!
MRes Anthrozoology
BSc (Honors) Zoology
Canine First Aid