Dan

I'm Dan! I cover Lyde Green, Emersons Green, Downend and Mangotsfield in Bristol. I'll also consider cover outside of area - give us a message to discuss your needs!

I am fully insured, DBS checked and have more than 9 years of experience in the pet industry. I am also a certified Canine First Aider (UKRS Certified via Canine Principles). I believe in constantly improving my knowledge and understanding of our furry friends, so I constantly look to learn via CPD.

Before taking on a client, I will always have a free of charge consultation visit to meet you and your pet to introduce myself. This helps to ensure a smooth handover and gives us an opportunity to discuss any specific needs or requirements your pet may have.

Please note that dog services are offered on the following conditions:

All dogs must be fully vaccinated or undergo regular immunity titre testing - certification will need to be shown prior to services commencing.

All dogs must be microchipped and wear pet tags in accordance with UK law.

Dogs taking part in group walking sessions will need to be well socialised and well behaved.

I am more than happy to work with dogs with reactivity issues or nervous personalities however recommend a single walk session for these dogs.I have experience with reactive dogs and am fully aware of the challenges they present.

I believe in force-free training methods and using reward-based learning for pets.

I have kept dogs, cats, small animals, reptiles, birds and invertebrates through the course of my life.

I also hold numerous certifications in canine nutrition and have attended a huge variety of training seminars on pet industry subjects ranging from parasite control to dog training.

I love animals of all kinds and over the years I have a real passion within myself for learning more about them. I am an avid believer that as pet owners we have a huge responsibility towards the animals in our care and it is entirely up to us to make sure that we provide for them in every way that we can.

I have won awards in the petcare industry, namely 2014 C-SQP of the year - Over the Counter Awards & 2015 Customer Care Award Highly Commended - Over the Counter Awards). I am more than happy to provide evidence of these certifications on request.