Critter Care

Critter Care Critter Care offers a professional & caring home pet sitting and dog walking service. Hi and welcome to Critter Care. CARING PET SITTERS
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We are a professional and caring pet sitting, house sitting and dog walking service established in 2015. We currently offer our services in Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Kihikihi and Pirongia. Here at Critter Care, you can be assured that we have the best interests of your much loved pet at heart and will treat them as one of our own. EXPERIENCED DOG WALKERS
When you're looking for a caring, ex

perienced dog walker that will take the time to get know your pup and provide individualised attention and care - look no further! From the moment you meet our friendly staff, your pampered pup will be in good hands. We offer a tailored service that caters to all of your needs and wants; whether it is an individual on-leash walk or a fun adventure on the farm, we are here to help. Critter Care offers a professional and caring in-home pet sitting service. No matter what type of animal you have, we can visit them and give them the love, care and attention they will miss whilst you are away! TRUSTWORTHY HOUSESITTERS
Trustworthy housesitters are hard to find, but we can help you out. We will take great care of your pets and home while providing the peace-of mind that comes with knowing they're in good hands!

🐾 Meet Retha & Gary – part of our amazing Critter Care team!This animal-loving duo bring a beautiful mix of experience, ...
14/07/2025

🐾 Meet Retha & Gary – part of our amazing Critter Care team!

This animal-loving duo bring a beautiful mix of experience, compassion, and down-to-earth care to every visit.

Both Retha and Gary grew up on farms surrounded by animals of all shapes and sizes, and over the years have shared their home with many beloved cats and dogs. They're currently mourning the loss of their precious cat, and truly understand just how deep the bond with our furry companions goes 💛

🐴 Retha also works in equine massage therapy and is excited to study canine massage using the Masterson Method later this year.

🧑‍🏫 Gary is a full-time civil engineering lecturer at Wintec and lends a helping hand on weekends — especially in the garden! He’s also Retha’s reliable backup to ensure continuity of care.

Whether big or small, your furry kids will be treated with love and respect in their capable hands 💚

Cats might not speak our language... but their bodies say everything 🐱👀"Reading your cat’s body language can help you un...
10/07/2025

Cats might not speak our language... but their bodies say everything 🐱👀"

Reading your cat’s body language can help you understand how they’re feeling — and build a better bond 🐾

Here are a few common signs to look out for:

🐾 Tail up + gentle curve = confident & happy
🐾 Slow blinking = trust & affection (you can slow blink back!)
🐾 Flattened ears + twitching tail = irritated or scared
🐾 Belly up = relaxed (but not always an invite to pat!)
🐾 Hiding suddenly = stressed or overwhelmed

Every cat is unique, but once you learn their cues, you’ll know when it’s cuddle time… and when it’s a “please don’t” moment 😅

Got a cat that “talks” with their tail or ears? Tell us about it below ⬇️

I reckon our girl, Bonnie, enjoys our regular early morning walks as much as we do 😍
08/07/2025

I reckon our girl, Bonnie, enjoys our regular early morning walks as much as we do 😍

Rain or shine, the paws still need to go out! 🌧🐾Sheryl braved the drizzle last week to make sure Motley got his much-lov...
08/07/2025

Rain or shine, the paws still need to go out! 🌧🐾

Sheryl braved the drizzle last week to make sure Motley got his much-loved walk – and a bit of fresh air (and mud!) along the way.

“It was a bit of an icky day for a walk, but Motley didn’t mind – he was all good!” – Sheryl

We love that our team shows up with heart, even when the skies don’t ☔💚

Kisses come in all forms – nose boops, licks, slow blinks… How does your furry friend show affection? Share a pic of you...
05/07/2025

Kisses come in all forms – nose boops, licks, slow blinks… How does your furry friend show affection? Share a pic of your pet giving their version of a ‘kiss’ in the comments! 💛🐾

A walk a day keeps the zoomies away… but what about the brain stuff?" 🧠🐾While physical exercise like walking and playing...
04/07/2025

A walk a day keeps the zoomies away… but what about the brain stuff?" 🧠🐾

While physical exercise like walking and playing fetch is essential for dogs, mental enrichment is just as important to keep your pup happy and balanced.

Think of it like this:

A walk = cardio 🏃‍♂️

Enrichment = sudoku and puzzles 🧩🐶

Enrichment helps:
✅ Reduce boredom and destructive behaviours
✅ Improve confidence and focus
✅ Channel natural instincts like sniffing, problem-solving and foraging
✅ Tire them out mentally (yes, a tired brain is a good thing!)

Easy enrichment ideas you can try:
🦴 Scatter feeding/snuffle mats
🧸 Puzzle toys or frozen Kongs
🐕 Letting them lead the way on “sniffari” walks
🎾 Teaching a new trick

At Critter Care, we include enrichment in our daily care routines – because a fulfilled dog is a happy dog

What’s your dog’s favourite enrichment activity? Let us know in the comments ⬇️

New month, new tail wags and whisker twitches! Here's to more happy pets and adventures 🐶🐱💚
02/07/2025

New month, new tail wags and whisker twitches! Here's to more happy pets and adventures 🐶🐱💚

Midwinter moods 🐾 Cosy, calm, and cuddled up.
27/06/2025

Midwinter moods 🐾 Cosy, calm, and cuddled up.

Every day is ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’ for us! 🐾
24/06/2025

Every day is ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’ for us! 🐾

When you really want more breakfast just meow! 🐾🍽️
22/06/2025

When you really want more breakfast just meow! 🐾🍽️

Ever wonder why your cat keeps climbing the bookshelf or sitting on top of the fridge? 🐈‍⬛⬆️Cats are natural climbers — ...
20/06/2025

Ever wonder why your cat keeps climbing the bookshelf or sitting on top of the fridge? 🐈‍⬛⬆️

Cats are natural climbers — in the wild, height offers safety, a great view of their territory, and a place to rest undisturbed. In your home, it’s no different!

Providing vertical space like shelves, cat trees, or safe ledges helps your kitty feel secure, stimulated, and in control of their environment. Plus, it reduces stress (especially in multi-pet households).

So if your cat’s favourite perch is your laundry pile — maybe it’s time for a cat tower upgrade 😄

These two handsome boys had a great start to the day — morning walk ✅, breakfast ✅, and plenty of time to relax inside w...
18/06/2025

These two handsome boys had a great start to the day — morning walk ✅, breakfast ✅, and plenty of time to relax inside with the door open so they could come and go as they pleased. ☀️🐕

When the weather warmed up just right, we brought out the treat ball for some outdoor enrichment — and they loved it! 🎾🍖

Now it’s nap time indoors, bellies full and tails wagging. We’ll be back to check on them later this evening, but for now, they’re all set with fresh water and happy vibes. 💛

Address

Leamington

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+64212120250

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