Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Services in Melbourne East
Pawsitive Dogwalks has been providing compassionate pet care services in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs since 2005. Our team of experienced professionals brings over two decades of combined expertise in animal welfare, offering tailored solutions for dogs and other pets. We specialise in dog walking, in-home pet sitting, dog minding, and pet transportation, with a strong focus on individualised care and animal well-being. Our services cater to pets with special needs, including administering medication and managing mobility requirements. As police-checked and fully insured professionals, we maintain $10 million public liability coverage for client peace of mind. Our approach combines positive reinforcement training methods with genuine affection to create stress-free experiences for animals.We prioritise communication through real-time updates and maintain strict safety protocols for all interactions. With a proven track record of caring for animals recovering from surgery and those requiring specialised attention, our team consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication. Our commitment to excellence has earned us glowing testimonials from satisfied clients across the region. We operate with transparency, offering flexible scheduling and a free initial consultation to ensure perfect service alignment with each pet's unique requirements.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Dog Minding
Pet Transportation
Medication Administration
Special Needs Care
Home Visits
24-Hour Care
Airport Transfers
Pet Enrichment
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of combined experience in professional pet care
- Police-checked and fully insured with $10M public liability coverage
- Specialised care for pets with medical or mobility needs
- Administer oral and syringe medications including insulin injections
- Positive reinforcement training methods with real-time pet updates
What people say
Amazing couple
Next level care
Phenomenal service
Loving and caring
Professional service
Services
Dog Walking
Regular walks maintain your dog's physical health and mental stimulation. Our tailored walks accommodate individual needs, from relaxed strolls to energetic adventures. We provide 30- and 60-minute options with real-time updates to keep owners informed about their pet's wellbeing and activities.
Pet Sitting
In-home visits ensure pets maintain their regular routines while receiving essential care. Our service includes feeding, hydration, playtime, and medication administration. We also offer home security checks with mail collection and light management to maintain household appearance during owner absence.
Dog Minding
Our in-home dog minding provides a family-like environment with 24/7 attention. Pets enjoy comfortable accommodation, regular exercise, and individualised care. This service includes adventure walks and socialisation opportunities while maintaining strict health protocols for all resident animals.
Pet Transportation
Safe transportation service for veterinary visits, grooming appointments, and airport transfers. Climate-controlled vehicles ensure pet comfort with secure fastening systems. Our door-to-door service accommodates specific scheduling needs while prioritising animal safety and stress-free travel experiences.
Special Needs Care
Tailored care for pets with medical conditions or mobility challenges. Our trained staff administer oral and syringe medications, manage post-surgical recovery, and adapt care routines for elderly or disabled animals. This includes specialised feeding schedules and mobility assistance tailored to each pet's requirements.
People
Linda Ward
Co-Founder & Pet Care Specialist
Linda combines lifelong animal passion with professional expertise to create nurturing environments for pets. Her gentle approach helps animals feel secure while maintaining rigorous care standards. With over 15 years' experience in pet care services, she focuses on emotional wellbeing and individualised attention.
Fredrik Adfeldt
Co-Founder & Lead Dog Minder
Fredrik brings calm confidence to every pet interaction, building trust through consistent care routines. His experience with special needs animals and post-surgery recovery has earned recognition from veterinary professionals. He specialises in positive reinforcement training and adventure walks for active dogs.
Questions
What areas do you service for dog walking?
We service Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs including Burwood, Camberwell, Canterbury, Glen Iris, Hawthorn, Malvern, Mont Albert and Surrey Hills.
Are your staff police checked and insured?
Yes, all our pet carers are police checked with $10 million public liability insurance coverage for complete client confidence.
Can you care for pets with special medical needs?
Our team administers oral and syringe medications, manages post-surgery recovery, and adapts care for elderly or disabled animals with specific protocols.
What's included in your pet sitting visits?
Visits include feeding, hydration, playtime, litter tray cleaning, and home security checks with mail collection and light management.
Do you offer 24-hour dog minding services?
Yes, our in-home dog minding provides 24/7 care with flexible stays from short-term to extended periods in a family-like environment.
How do you handle pets requiring medication?
Our trained professionals administer oral medications, syringe feeds, and insulin injections following strict protocols with owner documentation.
Reviews (7)
Suzanne Pohl
Apr 11, 2021
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We have been leaving our golden retriever Jasper with Fred and Linda for over 10 years . We cannot speak highly enough of them !!They are the complete package - genuine, compassionate ,understanding , ethical - 100% trustworthy. They offer a genuine family environment for home stays. I can tell in an instant that Jasper is totally at home with them whenever I have to bring him back home . It's like he's been living with relatives ! Our dog is now a senior and has special needs yet nothing is too much trouble for Fred and Linda. They are simply the best !!
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Matthew Weston
Jan 19, 2021
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Fred and Linda are stars. They care and affection they show for both our girls is wonderful. And their walks have played a big part in the socialisation of our girls, helping in a big way in molding the delightful dogs we have today. I cant recommend them enough.
Sean Weidemann
Dec 10, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Reliability
We've used Pawsative for over 10 years walking our gorges dog Winston, also having him stay over when we went away. Whenever Winston was going nuts at the front door, I knew that Fred wasn't far away. Highly recommend.
We've used Pawsative for over 10 years walking our gorges dog Winston, also having him stay over when we went away. Whenever Winston was going nuts at the front door, I knew that Fred wasn't far away. Highly recommend.
Michael Holland
Nov 17, 2020
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I love Pawsitive because Pawsitive loves dogs. Linda and Fredrik show this in their dedication to the care, well being and funicity of our little fluffy friends. Whenever we travel, the choice of 'kennel' (more like a 5 star hotel for canines) is obvious. Not only do we not have to worry, we try to make sure we have as much fun as Sally has while staying at Pawsitive. Thank you Linda and Fredrik. Keep up the great work!
Kristine Wilson
Nov 06, 2020
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Pawsitive is the best dog walking and dog minding service in Melbourne! Fred, Linda and Neil have been taking wonderful care of our precious Westie Molly for 8 years now, helping with twice weekly walks during the day when I was busy working full time and our children were younger so we had many after school commitments. Those walks helped out enormously!
Fred has taken such good regular care of Molly and provides the most professional but more importantly a personalised service. Communication is great. Molly has also stayed with Linda, Fred and Neil several times when we were on holidays, giving
Fred has taken such good regular care of Molly and provides the most professional but more importantly a personalised service. Communication is great. Molly has also stayed with Linda, Fred and Neil several times when we were on holidays, giving
Valerie Cameron
Dec 17, 2015
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Linda and Fred at Pawsitive Dogwalks are wonderful. They have been looking after our 2 cats and dog for the past couple of years and I couldnt be happier. Our cats and dog are part of our family and I completely trust Linda and Fred to keep them safe and happy while we are away. Our Zoie stays overnight at their home when we are on holiday and he runs to the front door each time we arrive. He has a great time and Im completely relaxed knowing they are have such good care.
Timothy Barrett
May 26, 2015
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My rather nervous Kelpie Jack has twice stayed with Linda when I've been away. As an owner you just want to know that your dog is both safe and happy. After leaving Jack at another kennel previously I was apprehensive the first time I left him at Pawsitive Dogwalks but I had no need to be. Jack was both happy and relaxed when I picked him up and whenever he sees Linda at the park greets her like a long lost friend. I wouldn't leave him anywhere else because I can now go away without worrying about him. Thanks Linda!
