Hi! I’m a Zoology graduate and lifelong animal lover with years of hands-on experience caring for animals of all shapes, sizes and personalities. I genuinely love working with animals — not only because I want to help improve their lives and wellbeing, but because spending time caring for animals is something I find incredibly rewarding and brings me a lot of joy. I grew up surrounded by cats, dogs and rodents, and have continued to gain experience with a huge variety of animals throughout my life. I’ve spent many years pet sitting for cats, dogs, turtles and a range of other small domestic pets, getting to know their individual personalities and routines and making sure they receive plenty of attention, enrichment and care while their owners are away. I also have professional experience as a zookeeper, where I cared for a wide range of species including donkeys, horses, pigs, goats, otters, pelicans, geese, ducks and lizards. Alongside this, I have worked as a wildlife rehabilitator, giving me further experience with animal welfare, behaviour, enrichment and specialist care. I’m also very comfortable administering medication, including both oral and injectable medications, when required and with appropriate instructions. For house sitting, I’ll provide plenty of quality time, attention, enrichment and companionship while maintaining your pet’s normal routine wherever possible. Where appropriate, I’m also happy to incorporate play, training and socialisation into their day. Walks are about more than simply getting from A to B! I love exploring the Thames Path around Dukes Meadows and would be delighted to take your fur baby along for a good jaunt with me. Depending on your pet, walks can also include play, training, enrichment and safe socialisation. Home visits can be tailored completely to your pet’s needs, whether that means feeding, fresh water, medication, cleaning, toileting, play, enrichment or simply spending some quality time together. I’m available for morning and evening care Monday–Friday around my 9–5 work schedule, as well as throughout the day at weekends. My schedule can sometimes be more flexible, so please feel free to get in touch and I’ll always do my best to accommodate you and your pet. I’m happy to care for a wide range of species, from cats and dogs to reptiles and other small domestics. Every animal is different, and I love taking the time to understand what makes each one happy, comfortable and confident. Above all, I’ll treat your pets with the same care, patience and affection that I would want for my own.