Ghiwa

The world through their eyes

Izegem
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6 recurring guests
Last contacted 2 days ago
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House sitting
24h stay, in your home
80 EUR
/night
All services and rates

About Ghiwa

Hello!

My name is Ghiwa Haddad, i am 27 years old working as a physiotherapist (kinesitherapeut) in Izegem.

I was born in Lebanon and ever since I was a child, animals have been a huge part of my life. I took care of many cats and dogs and also other animals such as rabbits, Guinea pigs, turtles and birds... 

At the age of 13 years I got a puppy and I named him "Charlie". We instantly became inseperable best friends. We experienced the world together as we both grew up. Sadly, Charlie passed away when he turned 13 years old. I am now left with his memory that will forever remain in my heart. 

My love and appreciation for animals is imprinted within my character. I have learned through my many interactions with dogs and cats how to understand their behaviour and adapt my communication with them. Moreover, throughout my life I have taken care of many stray dogs and cats and provided assistance in animal healthcare with veterinarians and some rescue organizations. 

When I moved to Belgium, I first was a masters student in Leuven. I noticed then that many people share my love for animals and I have made some good friends through working in pawshake and hosting many pets. Once I graduated and moved to Izegem, I temporarily stopped working as a pet sitter as I did not have the time for it. 

As I have settled down now, I would like to have more opportunities to meet and get to know animal lovers and their pets. To me it is the kind of experience that gives me the most joy and happiness. 

I currently live in a small appartment that has 2 spacious terrasses. I often enjoy long walks in nature and go to parks and forest that are nearby, such as de vart walk and t'veld forest.

I hope that my resume would be interesting to you, and that I would have the honour to meet you and your pet best friend :)

Ghiwa's services

At the sitter's home

Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
10 EUR for each additional pet
30 EUR
/day
Dog Boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's home
25 EUR for each additional pet
40 EUR
/night

At your home

Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
7 EUR for each additional pet
25 EUR
/walk
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
35 EUR
/day
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
80 EUR
/night
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
50 EUR
/day

Ghiwa also offers

Dog training
Grooming
Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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Dog Boarding
Andrew, 2023-07-24

Great experience leaving our dog with Ghiwa for a weekend. Excellent communication and problem solving when there was a small issue

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Doggy Day Care
Donald, 2023-07-01

Our dog Joela is Ghiwa's greatest critic... when we mention her name she jumps around for joy !

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Availability

About Ghiwa's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-80 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years
Cats
all kinds
Ferrets
all kinds
Small animals
rodents, rabbits, ...

Ghiwa's home

An apartment
A small outdoor area
Has no kids

Walking areas

Nearby off-leash dog area
Urban, City park & Forest

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English & French & Dutch & Other
+10 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I had many rescue missions in Lebanon (my homecountry) where many dogs and cats would need immediate help. I worked with some organizations as a volunteer but I also worked independently by fostering and caring for dogs and cats. I volunteered to work in a veterinary clinic for 2 years where I learned how to give vaccinations, grooming, caring and feeding sick dogs, cleaning wounds, and I provided some assistance in some surgeries. I dealt with all kinds of breeds of dogs and learned about different characters. I especially learned how to socialize with dogs in different ways, and how to help dogs socialize better together. I also taught my own dog and some other dogs basic commands and obedience responses.

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Ghiwa

Ghiwa

The world through their eyes

Izegem
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
80 EUR
/night
All services and rates
Contact Ghiwa

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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