Rachael + Benni

The human equivalents of a Poodle and a Golden Retriever

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1 recurring guest
Last booked 12 days ago
Last contacted 6 days ago
Lives with 1 cat
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Last activity
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Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
5 GBP for each additional pet
9 GBP
/walk
All services and rates

About Rachael + Benni

Hi! We're Rachael and Benni, 26-year-old graduates living in Lymington for our jobs! We have a little cat ourselves, who is our treasure (his name actually means treasure in Norwegian) and we would love to help look after your treasures too! Rachael also has a beautiful old Staffie who lives with her mum! So, now settled into our new place, we'd really love to start some pet-sitting and walking again! 

Rachael :

I have been a dog and pet sitter for many years, starting when my sister and I began our own dog walking business in the village when we were about 13. I've got experience with a variety of ages, sizes, and temperaments including looking after puppies from 12 weeks old and up, walking larger dogs like St. Bernards, and walking dogs with behavioural problems such as aggression toward other dogs, or fear of loud noises. 

Benni: 

As a family we had several dogs growing up and I have always been very fond of animals in general. I have dog and cat sat in the past and love going on a good dog walk, exploring the nature around us. Working as a pair, we're able to give the pets all the love and attention they deserve!

We would love to meet your pet/s first so we can get acquainted, you can help us with any specifications, house security etc. We're also keen plant mums and will happily water your plants when you're away. 

We love allll animals and will happily come and check in on your pets, clean their litter, feed and water them etc. Over the years, we have both had a wide variety of animals ourselves including fish, gerbils, hamsters, rabbits, dogs, cats, stick insects, and a tortoise, so we feel that our knowledge is pretty varied but we are happy to learn about the care of other animals too! 

Unfortunately, because we live in a rental, we cannot bring your pets to our house, but we are happy to look after them at yours. We'll keep you updated using pictures and videos so that you don't worry and can enjoy your time away! 

We also have pet sitter, walker, and carer insurance, for even more peace of mind. 

Rachael + Benni'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
9 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
House Sitting
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
35 GBP
/night
Two home visits a day
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
18 GBP
/day

Rachael + Benni 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
Simon & Ru, 2024-03-04

Rachael + Benni were just brilliant. They kept us informed throughout the weekend and seemed to intuitively know how to look after two large Scottish deerhounds. They are polite, intelligent and totally trustworthy, highly recommended.

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Home Visits
Joanna, 2023-11-22

We recently moved to Chippenham and I have used the same Pawshake sitters in Bristol for years so I was a little nervous coming to a new town. But I could not have wished for lovier, more caring and genuine animal lovers than Rachael and Benni. I am so so pleased we have found them and I could go on holiday without worrying about my fur babies. They kept in contact, sent pictures and definitely read my pet blurb as even turned the tap on during their visit which my cats love! Highly recommended.

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Rachael + Benni's Pets

Skatt
Cat

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English & Norwegian
+10 years of experience
I spent a month in a Thai Animal Rehabilitation and Rescue centre a few years ago so understand how animals can be affected by trauma. This has helped me become more patient, empathetic and understanding of when pets may seem aggressive. Additionally, both our family dog and cats and most of the dogs of people I know are rescue animals, so I understand the challenges of changes in environment etc. Our own dog was 1 when we adopted her and she struggled with a lot of anxieties and aggression from past trauma, but we built her trust, showed her unconditional love and now she is a happy, calm and sociable dog!

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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Rachael + Benni

Rachael + Benni

The human equivalents of a Poodle and a Golden Retriever

Dog Walking
Dog walking
Min. 30-minute walks
5 GBP for each additional pet
9 GBP
/walk
All services and rates
Contact Rachael + Benni

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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