Holly is currently not available to accept new requests.
About Holly
I am a HUGE pet lover. My boyfriend and I just moved to the UK but my family dog, Baby, passed away last year. I certainly miss having him around but I don't think I'm ready to own another pet yet, since it would be a huge commitment in a new country. Therefore being a pet sitter is a win-win situation for me as well as for you!
My boyfriend (James) and I usually do the pet-sitting together and hence the slightly higher price than others. I am sensitive to their emotions and feel their needs while my boyfriend is a good caretaker. We started this for A cat-owner has found me to cat sit whenever their family wants to go for a trip. I have been doing this regularly for more than a year. They love how I kept their cat healthy and happy! (And also keeping their apartment clean and organised.) Also, as mentioned, I have a dog so I know how to take care of them too! I know from the bottom of my heart that spending time with them is as essential as feeding and cleaning their litter. I guarentee they will have enough play time with me to keep them healthy!
My experience also tells me that different families have different rules. Pet diets and habits vary too. So it would be nice if you could brief me about yours before leaving your fur baby(ies) to me. I would love to give them the best care they deserve! I can't wait to see your fur baby(ies)! Please be prepared that I will be asking a lot of questions to understand their habits.
PS. I only take vaccinated pets. Please cancel your booking 3 hours in advance at the latest. Thank you!
FAQ regarding services in my home:
What is specifically included in the services you offer? I could do trainings for puppies and simple grooming for dogs and cats. I do have experience in administering basic medication (non-injectables) to pets too but this is certainly not my strength.
How many dogs will you board at the same time? Two family units maximum each time.
How long are your dog walks? Usually an hour.
How many dog walks do you offer per day? How much time you can spend with pets: I offer twice per day. My schedule is quite flexible so please feel free to let me know your expectation.
How does pet care fit into your daily or weekly routine? I am new to this country and currently looking for job. I have an online business so I work at home pretty much most of the time.
What is your availability like? Please see my booking calendar.
Can you supervise guest pets 24/7?What is your home like? Yes but only if the dog(s) does not bark too much and only if they are small to medium size. My home is an apartment so it is not ideal for large dogs to stay too long.
Who else lives in your home? Any family members, roommates or pets? I live with my boyfriend. We do not have pets.
Where are the guest pets allowed to sleep? They are allowed to sleep anywhere they like except our bed. Please provide bedding so they could feel more comfortable at a unfamiliar environment. They are never tied up or kept in a crate.
Are your gates safe and secured? My apartment does not have a balcony and it is locked with door. There are multiple gates that make it safe and secured.
FAQ regarding services at your home:
When are you usually available? Anytime. Preferrably morning and afternoon.
What is specifically included in the services you offer? I could do trainings for puppies and simple grooming for dogs and cats. I do have experience in administering basic medication (non-injectables) to pets too but this is certainly not my strength.
How long will you stay with pets during home visits? Depends on how dependent the pets are. Preferrably 2 hours max for home visits.
Will you be able to water plants and bring in the mail? Yes. Please demonstrate how much water the plants need and notice me about the mail as soon as you could.
How long are your dog walks? Where do you go for a dog walk? Dog walks are usually an hour. I personally prefer walking on concrete pavements that are close to the home area to avoid insects on their skin. But if your dog(s) love(s) walking on grass, please let me know and I will brush their hair afterwards.
How long can you stay in the owner's home during house sitting? Maximum 21 days.
Holly's services
At the sitter's home
Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
6 GBP for each additional pet
25 GBP
/day
At your home
Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
8 GBP for each additional pet
18 GBP
/walk
One home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
20 GBP
/day
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
70 GBP
/night
Two home visits a day
Two drop-in visits for your pet
40 GBP
/day
Holly also offers
Dog training
Grooming
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
Reviews
Communication
Conscientious
Profile accuracy
Treatment of animals
Value
Home Visits
Elise, 2023-07-10
Cats were very happy when we arrived home and we will deffinately book Holly and James again 👍
Home Visits
Emily, 2023-01-03
Holly was very easy to communicate with and I felt comfortable having her in my home. My dog seemed happy and I will be using in the future.
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Availability
About Holly's Home
Accepted pets
Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-40 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years
Cats
all kinds
Holly's home
An apartment
Has no kids
24/7 supervision
Skills
Specific Skills
I speak English & Chinese & Other
+10 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
Other than taking care of my own dog, I also participated in a programme of an animal welfare organisation mainly targeting rescued dogs. It was not funded by the government so they required a lot of volunteers to deliver an enormous amount of dog food and walk the rescued dogs regularly. Trainings about dog behaviours were given before we met them. Thus, I certainly understand that rescue pets require more patience and time to build trust. Please do let me know if your pet need extra care in this area so I could build a better relationship with them.
Holly 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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