Catherine

Animal Lover And Zoology Graduate, All Species Sitter

Sutton
10 times favorited
5 recurring guests
Lives with 2 dogs, 1 cat and 9 pets
Lives with Maltichon Beko
2w ago
Last activity
<26h
Response time
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
10 GBP for each additional pet
15 GBP
/walk
All services and rates

About Catherine

I have a huge love for animals and have experience with hamsters, cats, dogs, rabbits, bearded dragons, tortoises, birds, hedgehogs, fish (tropical and freshwater), stick insects and chickens. I currently own one beautiful dwarf hamster (but also have lots of experience with Syrian hamsters) and one gorgeous cuddly Maltichon boy Beko. My family living in Hastings also have several cats, 2 dogs, birds and tropical fish, which I have experience living with and looking after. I have now completed my Zoology degree and Applied Wildlife Conservation postgraduate diploma at Aru. I have partaken in work experience at three different vet clinics, I used to volunteer at a zoo and have experience as a hedgehog carer. I would love to get some experience with Guinea Pigs also! 

I am looking for an extra bit of money and what better way of getting this than by spending time with something I love? I have had lots of bookings with some amazing, lovely animals, all owners of which have said they'd take my services again! :) I have had returning customers also :)

I am now employed in a full-time job, which means I am mostly only available evenings and weekends. I would like to work with any animals I have experience in (see the beginning of this section) but can work with other animals, with information provided.

Dog walking for small to medium dogs only please.

I live in Sutton, Ely, but should be able to expand my services to Ely if required. 

MY SERVICES:

  - - - Dog Walking - - -

 Small to medium dogs are preferred.

I will give your dog a lovely walk around your area (feel free to request a route!) for as long as you need (usually between 30minutes to an hour).

I will only be able to do this at weekends.

 - - - House Visits - - -

These are my most popular bookings and the ones I enjoy the most. I will come to your house once or twice a day to check on, play with, feed and water your pets. I can also do small household chores, pick up your letters from the floor and clean your pets out.

 *****I will usually only do two house visits a day if it is nearby where I am located, as I am limited on time I can spend travelling.

I am available for home visits in the evenings after my work, or on weekends.

If you would like your dog walked on top of this, I can offer you a £2 reduction in price per walk (off my standard rate for dog walk bookings).

- - - Overnight House Stay - - -

OVERNIGHT HOUSE STAYS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO OTHER COMMITMENTS. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED. 

This is the perfect option for if your pet needs attention for longer periods of time and if you do not like to leave them alone for too long. Due to the other commitments I have, I can usually only accept 1 night stays, usually at the weekend. If you would like more, I can do these at a slightly higher rate.

I do all the things involved with a usual house visit, as well as anything extra you may request, including walks.

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I am aware of how hard it can be to leave your pet in someone else's care, so I always make sure I provide photos for each visit and send them to the owners, so you know how well they are doing whilst in my care. I always strive to go above and beyond and no request is too much, so feel free to ask :D

I can provide discounts to regular customers!

Catherine's services

At your home

Dog Walking
Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
10 GBP for each additional pet
15 GBP
/walk
One home visit a day
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
10 GBP
/day
Two home visits a day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
20 GBP
/day

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days 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

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

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.

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Home Visits
Victoria, 2022-04-18

This was the first time we booked a pet sitter for our kitten Milky. Catherine did a great job. Milky was fed twice a day, Catherine played with her and cuddled her a lot.

Thanks to Catherine's care Milky was happy and didn't feel lonely.

Twice a day we received updates with photos and descriptions.

Thank you, Catherine! We will definitely book Catherine's service again.

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Home Visits
Gaia, 2019-08-26

Catherine is fantastic! Looked after our cats SO well they were both very chilled out when we got home, even won over our rescue boy who is generally terrified of people. Definitely recommend and will book again in the future!

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Availability

Catherine's Pets

Sundae
Farm animal
Archie
Cat
Bentley
Chocolate Labrador
Fetch
Reptile
Popcorn
Farm animal
Pichi
Farm animal
Banana
Reptile
Luna
Farm animal
Fibbles
Farm animal
Pippi
Farm animal
Mooncake
Farm animal
Beko
Maltichon

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+20 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I have completed my Zoology degree a, few years ago, which I have received a First Class Honours in. I have recently finished my postgraduate diploma in Applied Wildlife Conservation also, where I gained a merit grade.

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Catherine

Catherine

Animal Lover And Zoology Graduate, All Species Sitter

Sutton
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
10 GBP for each additional pet
15 GBP
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Catherine

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days 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

Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

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.

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