Katherine

I am an experienced pet sitter and animal lover who has spent over a year looking after dogs, cats and other animals for owners who are going away on holiday. I have looked after a bunny, ragdoll cats, a beagle, Romanian rescue dogs, a Bichon frise, a cocker spaniel, a Keeshond, Labradors and poodle crosses among others. I am not allowed to keep pets in the house where I live, but I absolutely adore animals and this is a perfect chance for me to spend time giving love to them! I will always treat your pet as if it is my own and look after it with the utmost care and attention. I am available to visit your pet, to walk your dogs and to housesit, and to do whatever is required to ensure the happiness and comfort of the animals in my care. I also have an enhanced DBS certificate.

Specifically: I can be available according to what works best for you. I am a student and a writer and spend most of my time working from home.

For dog walking and home visits: morning and afternoon is preferred but I can be flexible. I will stay with your pets for as long as is decided and walk dogs as the owner requires, usually between 30-90 minutes per day (but more or less depending on the need of each pet). I generally take the dogs I look after to the local park or green space, or can just walk them around the neighbourhood if that is preferred. I can feed your animals, administer oral medication, clean up after them, and also take in the mail or water plants if that is required. I will also make sure the door is always locked if I am not in the property and return your keys to the designated place. 

For house sits: I will stay for the length of time required, and will always treat your house with the same respect that I treat my own. Home security is paramount at all times and the house will look exactly as it did when you left, on your return.

I will always ensure your pet's routine remains the same as it does if you were at home with them. I will give them boundless love and attention at all times, and will provide regular updates (with photos and videos). For me, this is not a job but a passion. I look forward to hearing from you!