*A NOTE TO ALL OF MY CLIENTS: Please know that I am continuing to observing a high level of awareness regarding the pandemic. I am adhering to the suggested government guidelines, and working creatively with those in need of pet care so that we can all stay as safe as possible. We can discuss how that might best work over the phone.
Thank you all for your understanding and for working so well with me in this regard. Please take good care of yourselves and all of your loved ones! Lily
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Hello there! I am a dedicated Animal Carer/Companion/Cat Sitter/Dog Walker/Horse Groom,etc.
Working with animals has always been my joy and I truly care for each and every one with a sense of dedication to their well-being. I am interested in holistic care for both humans and pets!
I have a wealth of experience in dog care and your dog will have access to many great walks in the area, eitherenjoying a social romp with others or as one-to-one care.I cater for small, intimate groups only - walking in groups of no more than 4 - which means I can really give my love, attention and fuss to each one! Some dogs are better suited to home visits and a garden romp and I make that a fun visit, leaving them as restful and happy as possible. I cannot accommodate dog boarding at my home, however, all day care dogs get picked up early and dropped off when you're home. They come out with me on a fun all day long adventure, going on at least 2 great walks and resting in between with drink and food where required. There is a limited availability for this but do please ask!
Iam very experienced with cats - having had my own for as long as I can remember (I can 'purr talk'!!)
I have experience in working with rescue animals, giving them the level of love and care that invariably wins them over and assists them with trusting. I am very good with animals who need that little extra TLC such as those who are nervous, very young or elderly - or just plain quirky! I love to support those animals who find boarding stressful (as I found out with my own boy!!) yet also find it stressful being home alone. Daycare dogs have dedicated TLC and fun walks and get dropped off to you at an agreed time. Anxious cats are given dedicated TLC in a bespoke arrangement according to their needs.
As yard hand/horse groom I can take care of your equine needs - happy to bring in/turn out/ muck out/poo pick/rug up and feed,etc.
I can provide excellent references. I am very respectful of situation and property and am experienced in overseeing things whilst you are away.Quite happy to feed chickens or other small livestock!
I am able to assist in the Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, Ditchling, Wivelsfield, Plumpton, Chailey, Haywards Heath and Cuckfield radius. Happy to go a little further out but may need to discuss covering travel costs.
I always offer an introductory visit free of charge so that you and your loved ones get to know me beforehand. Thereafter, you will have the reassurance of the same person coming in on each visit.
Whatever your unique circumstances, please do contact me.
*Please know that I charge £15 per visit on bank hols and weekends. As there is no way for me to enter that into the rates system I ask for the additional amount to be left out for me - Thank you
Lily was lovely and Bobby (our cat) clearly liked her! We got daily photos and updates while we were away, and we've already booked Lily for our next holiday.
I have two dogs and one is a very nervous rescue. Lily has been wonderful with them and especially kind with the nervous dog. She is patient and lets him take his own time to get used to his new routine. It gives me peace of mind to know Lily is walking my dogs.
I have had a variety of pet friends all my life! I have been dog walking since childhood, have had my own dog and cat pets and passed a BHS Horsemastership way back in the late 70's! I took care of a neglected ex racing greyhound and successfully rescued and rehomed a very unwell stray cat.
I am very good at working with nervous, young and elderly pets and have been called ' our dog whisperer' by one client!