Hi, I’m Matilda, a writer, museum consultant and animal lover 😊

I’m a responsible, experienced and caring pet and house sitter with a lifelong love of animals. I grew up in the countryside surrounded by animals and cared for many family pets, so I understand how important familiar routines, companionship, patience and affection are to helping pets feel safe and happy.

Over the past year I have been continuously looking after pets and homes around the UK, receiving 5-star reviews from the owners I’ve helped. I’m non-smoking, respectful and conscientious, and I take great pride in treating every pet and home as if they were my own.

I offer home visits, dog walking and house/pet sitting in your own home.

For home visits, I offer both 30-minute and 60-minute visits, depending on your pet’s needs. Visits can include feeding, fresh water, companionship, play, letting dogs into the garden, cleaning litter trays and other normal pet-care tasks. I’m also happy to administer tablets, liquid medication, eye drops and other routine medication, provided clear instructions are given.

For dog walking, I offer 30 and 60-minute walks. I’m happy to follow your dog’s usual routine and your instructions regarding exercise, leads, and interactions with other dogs. I can also accommodate older, nervous or less confident dogs who may need a quieter or more individual approach.

For house and pet sitting, I stay in your home and care for your pets according to their normal routine. I understand that some pets need company for most of the day, while others are happy to be left for a while. If I need to go out, I will never leave your pet for longer than you have said is appropriate for them. I’m happy to discuss this with you beforehand so that you know exactly what to expect.

While house sitting, I also take care of your home: I make sure doors and windows are secure, bring in post, keep the property looking occupied and treat everything with care and respect. I provide regular updates and photos, so you can see how your pets are doing and have peace of mind while you’re away.

I’m happy to care for dogs, cats and other small pets, and I’m always keen to learn about each animal’s individual personality, needs and routine. I will always discuss any particular requirements with you before accepting a booking.

I cover Hayle, Carbis Bay, St Ives, Penzance and other parts of West Penwith. I’m very happy to arrange a meet-and-greet or video chat beforehand so we can discuss your pets, their routine and anything else that’s important to you.

I really enjoy getting to know each pet and making sure they feel happy and settled while their owners are away. It’s important to me that you can go away knowing your pets are being well looked after and that everything at home is being taken care of.