My name is James and I’ve taken care of dogs and cats my whole life. I love it! 

ABOUT ME  
In London, I share a cat with a friend but I have three dogs and three cats that live in Spain with my husband - I am here because of Brexit rules and José cares for his Papá full time over there. 

I post a lot of my animal escapades on Instagram, my handle is @bark.woof.yap 😍

I believe that engaged animals are happy animals; it’s not unusual to see me chasing balls and frisbees… sometimes more so than the dogs! 
I seem to have a knack for puppies, and training on the whole, it is worth noting that my training style doesn’t include treats - if you insist, I will use them.

I’m an outdoorsy person and being born and raised in Manchester means I am not afraid of a little rain! 

Since late 2019 I have completed 9 months work experience as a Veterinary Technician and achieved the Level 2 Domestic Animal Care Diploma. I plan to achieve the Level 3 Domestic Animal Care Diploma by the end of 2023. 

As well as Dog Walking, Catsitting, and Housesitting I work as a Freelance Writer (typically corporate copy for websites, blogs, articles, and thought-pieces). 

AREA  
As most of my clients come to me from referrals, I have never defined a specific area that I work in… 

I have client dogs in Neasden, Farringdon, Vauxhall, Bethnal Green, Kennington, Clapham, Chelsea, Putney, Barnes, and Richmond to name a few! 

LOGISTICS  
I never walk with more than three dogs, which is comfortable because I’ve been walking my own three dogs together for almost 8 years. 

I do NOT charge for walking second dogs that permanently live at the same address. I’m there anyway, and get to hang out with another dog! 

SAFEGUARDING  
I have an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Certificate. 

My ID has been verified, but I am happy to share it with clients, along with proof of where I live, I always share these documents before accepting any house-keys. 

The next step is to book a Meet & Greet which will allow us to determine our compatibility.

I am available seven days per week - in off-peak travel seasons I spend some weekends in Spain, so my availability is changeable.
As a full-time dog walker and sitter I can be as flexible as you need me to be. I'm here to help you!

TRADITIONAL DAYCARE 🚫
I can’t do traditional daycare because I bought a flat in a pet prohibitive building. Sometimes I can slip a little one in for a day but I can’t offer it as a regular service. 

INNOVATIVE DAYCARE ⚠️
Depending on location, your willingness to let your house be ‘basecamp’, and your dogs social engagement… it is possible that I can do a version of daycare where your dog will be with me all the time including when I am walking my regular dogs and for rest we’ll head back to their home for a bit - obviously, I can only book one of these at a time and I usually have one booked every day!

SITTING/COMPANIONSHIP
My day is usually done by 16:00 and my other career is writing so as long as I have a power socket I don’t care where I am. So from 17:00 onwards, if you need some help with a puppy, anxious, senior, or recovering pet (or if you just don’t want them to be alone while you go out and do whatever you need to do) then I am quite happy to make myself comfortable at your place and I only charge the same as I would for an hours walk even if it’s for more hours - my only limitation is that I won’t stay past midnight… unless you pay for my cab home. 

WALKING
I’m very picky about walking because it’s 1: a huge commitment and 2: I have no desire to be a pack-walker. 
I currently have three dogs that I walk regularly which means that when I am on a proper sitting gig I will be going out to do those each day, I am never gone for more than three hours - and any dog is welcome to join me on the walks if they are up for it… all three dogs are gorgeously behaved!

I love being outside and can go for as long a walk as your dog can handle! I will follow your lead, though it is worth noting that my training style doesn’t include treats - if you insist, I will use them.