Cheryl and Jake

Friendly Humans Seek Furry Friends

Cambridge
6 times favorited
3 recurring guests
Lives with 3 pets
2y ago
Last activity
<111h
Response time
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
5 GBP for each additional pet
15 GBP
/walk
All services and rates

Unavailable

Cheryl and Jake is currently not available to accept new requests.

About Cheryl and Jake

Friendly humans seek canine and feline friends. Must like long/fun walks, playing catch/frisbee, treats, running around in grass and sniffing things, tummy rubs, playing catch the mouse, sitting on laps, snoozing.

Hi, we're Cheryl and Jake. We are both *cough*around 30*cough*.

Cheryl works 4 days a week for a charity in the womens' sector (so is DBS checked), and Jake is self-employed as a DJ and a Web designer.

We both have very flexible working schedules and if one of us isn't available, the other will be. We currently have a bearded dragon, 2 leopard geckos, and two snakes; a royal and a cornsnake.

We have previously had (between us), 2 dogs, 2 cats, a horse, 5 chickens (two of which we hatched), 14 quail (all of which we hatched), 3 bearded dragons, 2 snakes, and a couple of leopard geckos (and a partridge in a pear tree -- kidding on this last) and have looked after/walked/house sat with numerous friends, family and neighbours dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and hamsters.

We both adore animals (dogs, cats and reptiles especially). Due to our current accommodation, we are unfortunately unable to give a dog or cat a forever home.

Having both had dogs and/or cats for many years before, we know that it can sometimes be tough to walk your dog every day, or find someone you trust to look after your pet(s) while you're away.

So, while we are unable to have a dog of our own at the moment, we find ourselves sadly lacking a furry companion and thought we would offer our services, skills, and bouncy enthusiasm to make other pet owners lives easier in some way. We both drive, have transport and are willing to travel to a certain degree.

We will happily travel further for house sitting but longer distances for walks or visits may not be feasible for us (please do enquire though!). Likewise, we can offer discounts if you are closer or require house sitting for longer periods of time. Please do note that services will need 'stacking' - for example overnights do not include dog walking as standard. Overnight price is for 'full time' care during the day however can be cheaper for lower needs pets. We are happy to negotiate on price if needed too, especially for longer or close bookings.

We have both had puppies and very energetic dogs before so are used to long walks and a lot of playing and attention. Likewise, if you have an older or more sedate animal, we can provide entertainment, petting or just company of having a friendly human around that will give them understanding and their own space. Most of our previous animals have all been rescues so we're used to quirky characters and those that need a bit of extra understanding.

We know animals feel happiest when they are in their own homes, especially when their family is away, and would be very happy to look after your home and your pet as if they were our own. You know your pet better than we do, and we are happy to accommodate individual needs.

Cheryl and Jake'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
5 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
15 GBP
/day
House Sitting
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
70 GBP
/night

Cheryl and Jake also offers

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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House Sitting
Alisha, 2021-07-13

Cheryl was flying solo for the weekend she stayed with our dog and cat, and she was a terrific sitter! She was very communicative before and throughout our stay, and provided great updates and pictures. Her experience with animals was evident in her updates -- she was clearly aware of and attentive to their behaviors, training, and comfort while in her care. Our pup can be a bit anxious with strangers, but based on Cheryl's approach to help him settle in I felt confident that she was doing everything right. We returned to happy, relaxed pets and a tidy house in the same condition as we left it. Would highly recommend Cheryl!

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Home Visits
Rosie, 2018-07-04

Cheryl and Jake took great care of our two cats, including giving the elderly one his daily pill and giving him the fuss he requires afterwards as compensation. Cheryl even gave us regular phone updates so we wouldn't worry, which was lovely. When we came home our boys were happy and calm. However, I'm a bit worried that they keep pushing holiday brochures towards us and opening Pawshake? I think they might want us to book Cheryl and Jake again....

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Cheryl and Jake's Pets

Himself
Reptile
Big mama
Reptile
Little Dude
Reptile

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+5 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
Can take care of exotic animals

We both have experience in dog training (own and close friends' dogs) and day to day grooming obviously. Jake has also previously worked at a stable, spending a lot of time training horses out of bad habits and dangerous behaviours.

Can Administer

Oral medications

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Cheryl and Jake

Cheryl and Jake

Friendly Humans Seek Furry Friends

Cambridge
Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
5 GBP for each additional pet
15 GBP
/walk
All services and rates

Unavailable

Cheryl and Jake is currently not available to accept new requests.

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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