Hi, my name is Filipe and I live in Bern.☺️ 

I hold a degree in veterinary medicine and I'm currently completing a PhD in epidemiology at the University of Bern, focused on disease control. Animals have been part of my work and my life for years, and pet sitting lets me spend time doing what I actually love - being around dogs and cats - outside the world of research.

I understand every animal has their own personality, pace, and routine, so I take time to learn what actually matters to your pet: their favourite walking spots, feeding schedule, play style, and quirks. Whether it's a quick home visit, a proper walk, or staying with them for the day, my priority is keeping their routine as normal and stress-free as possible while you're away. I'm happy to respect dietary requirements or simply provide calm, attentive company to meet the individual needs of yout furry friend(s). Between my veterinary training and hands-on experience with animals, you can trust your pet is in capable, informed hands.

I have experience as a dog and cat owner, as a sitter of friends' dogs and a lot more coming from my professional and academic background. You can trust your pet is in genuinely capable hands!

What I offer:

• Home visits: I stay for 30 minutes as standard to keep your pet company - just let me know if you'd like me to stay longer. During the visit, my priorities are feeding, fresh water, litter box maintenance for cats, company, and exercise. I always make time to play, so your pet stays active and stimulated even while you're away. I will not be just a quick check-in, so I'd love to learn about their favourite toys or games so I can join in properly.
• Dog walks: each walk usually lasts around 30 minutes - but will be happy to discuss a different length if your friend needs it. I'd love to hear about their favourite routes, parks, or spots, along with any preferences you can share. If they have a regular walking buddy, I'll do my best to work around that schedule so they don't miss out on their socialising time. My goal is always to keep things as close to their normal routine as possible and to pace it to your pet's energy level and habits.
• Day and overnight sitting: going for some holidays, business trip or some emergency and would like your pet to stay in their confortable and familiar environment? wether it's a full day or an overnight stay, I follow your pet's normal routine as closely as possible — same feeding times, same walks, same wind-down habits before bed. The goal is for your pet to feel like nothing much has changed, just with a new face keeping them company. I'll keep you updated with photos and messages throughout, so you can relax knowing they're comfortable, safe, and well looked after.
• Medication administration: comfortable and experienced with this if your pet needs it.
• Availability: as I am writing the thesis, most days my agenda is quite flexible. I do some kayaking and rowing trainings once a week, so it is just a matter of coordinating.

I speak Portuguese, English, Spanish and some French, Very basic German, but hopefully will improve in the coming months.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions! ☺️