Hi there! 

I’m Jo from Swainswick in Bath looking forwork with animals in the Bath vicinity if possible.

I enjoy walking dogs in all weathers and love looking after cats and rabbits; in fact, animals of all kinds…I’m available -and more than happy -to take on any kind of work with all kinds of creatures although for the time being I’m hoping for mostly work in Bath and work local to BA1 is very much preferred.

We have no car so pet sitting too far away isn’t really possible.

Also, my partner, Andy has been ill and needs me around at the moment… 

although it might be possible to pet sit at a further distance if you can manage to pay bus or train or taxi fare (depending on the distance.) And if you’re happy for Andy to be there too.
Experience:

I had dogs, cats and rabbits throughout my childhood and the same throughout my children’s childhood: two cats, two rabbits and three sets of kittens when my eldest two children were little, then two more rabbits and a kitten as my youngest grew up, along with our wonderful collie- cross Marley, who died a couple of years ago.

We also shared goats, geese and chickens for many years (goats who also had little goats!)

We home educated our family and they and their friends all loved animals so we’ve spent time with a great many creatures over the years.

Apart from a couple of years when I was looking after my Mum full time, we’ve always had other little creatures around.  

And as we now live in a house where there’s just the two of us and we aren’t allowed pets, I’m very keen to make new furry friends again! 

My partner Andy enjoys animals too. He won’t be doing much dog walking at the moment but he’d be more than happy to give lots of cuddles!

We’ve both had extensive experience with handling dogs and we’re very comfortable around all breeds and sizes (Over the years, we’ve enjoyed the company of German Shepherds, Pugs, Golden Retrievers, Labradors, Malamutes, Poodles, Jack Russells, Lurchers, Manchester Terriers, Spaniels, Cockapoos, Dachshund….)

Also, many, many varieties of cats and rabbits.

 We know an awful lot about caring for our own and when we do care for others, it’s always an absolute privilege.

I’m extremely aware that all pets are very different -some much cuddlier and more sociable than others, some more easily scared and timid. And of course, everything in between.So, I always take time tuning in to their characters and preferences and of course will take my cue from you when you tell me what they can’t tolerate and what they love most.

If you have cats or rabbits or guinea pigs and want them fed while you’re away, I’ll be more than happy to give them plenty of time each day with cuddles and strokes and play. I love having fun 

with all my charges so if your pet has any favourite games or particular needs, I’d really enjoy learning about them; make me a list as long as you like!

Although I’m only able to take on fairly local work at the moment, I do have a bike so 

occasional work further afield might be possible; please do inquire 

But dog walking locally would be just perfect.

I really do feel I have great empathy with animals and have cared for the most 

wildly energetic to the most timid and anxious and am always very ready to meet a new friend. Hope to hear from you soon!