I’ve grown up around animals my whole life, including two dogs, two cats and chickens, so having pets around has always been a big part of my life. My partner has also grown up with dogs, including retired and failed guide dogs, so we’re both very comfortable around animals and used to dogs with different personalities, backgrounds and needs. We’ve recently moved away from our family pets and really miss having dogs around. We’re not quite ready to get our own just yet, so we’d love the opportunity to spend more time with dogs, help out other owners and get to know some new four-legged friends. Boarding Our preference is to welcome dogs into our own home for boarding, giving them a home-from-home experience where they can become part of our daily routine. We want them to feel comfortable, safe and settled while you’re away. We’ve had dogs stay with us who prefer sleeping on the landing outside our bedroom in their own bed, as well as dogs who are happier downstairs in the living room. We’re happy with either arrangement and will always follow what your dog is most comfortable with. We both work from home, so dogs will have plenty of company throughout the day and shouldn’t need to be left alone for long periods. On the rare occasion we do need to pop out, this would generally be no longer than 2–3 hours. Walks and exercise We can offer morning and afternoon walks, as well as longer walks and adventures at weekends. We’re both keen walkers and love getting outdoors, but the amount of exercise will always depend on your dog’s age, fitness, energy levels and individual needs. We’re just as happy with a shorter potter as we are with a longer adventure! We’ll take care of any food/water/basic grooming and administering medication if needed. We’re happy to follow your dog’s usual routine, including feeding times, walks and any little habits that help them feel settled. House sitting Although we’d ideally love to welcome your dog into our home, we’re also open to house sitting in your home if that’s what works best for your dog. We understand some dogs are happiest in familiar surroundings, so we’re happy to discuss this depending on the location and arrangements. Around a week would generally be our maximum, although we’re open to discussing individual bookings. When staying in your home, we’d respect your space and follow your usual security arrangements, making sure doors and windows are locked and the property is secure. Our priority is making sure your dog feels relaxed, gets plenty of attention and is well looked after while you’re away. We’d treat them as we would our own!