Al M.
Darlington
Lifelong Pet Lover
Pet care experience
I grew up in the countryside in a family with dogs and cats and also chickens, ducks, sheep and even a pony, so I am very comfortable around all animals and have had both dogs and cats in my own family over the years. I do love both and do understand and enjoy the difference between them. I believe they all have their own identity and personality and it is up to us to encourage them to feel they can express themselves in a fulfilling way both for themselves and their owners and carers to enjoy. I have taken care of dogs and cats from puppies and kittens, through maternity and on to end of life care so have wide experience of caring for them through all stages of their life, from early exercise, socialising and training to simply spending quiet time together providing close comfort and companionship.
Reviews
I can highly recommend this gentleman. From our first meeting with Liza, we knew she would be fine there. Liza really enjoyed her week's stay, going on many adventures with Al and his family. Al sent me regular daily updates, photos that I could see Liza was having a fantastic time. I felt at ease on holiday knowing Liza was being well looked after.
Thanks Al for looking after Cody, I can tell he has definitely had a good time, and the photos you took will be treasurable. Hope you also enjoyed his company? Thanks again! A definitely 5 star review!
We have used Al's services for our 2 year old border terrier Ralph for several months now and are so delighted that we have found such a brilliant and reliable pet sitter. On occasions where we have had to be out of the house all day we have booked Al, given him a key and he comes around to take Ralph for a walk mid day then returns him home. Al takes him out to the river or park and I always get plenty of photo updates which I love. Ralph is so tired out when he returns that he sleeps all afternoon until we return home. I no longer worry about days I need to be in the office or days out when I can't take a dog. I have also used Al's overnight services for Ralph where Ralph has stayed at Al's house. This is great as it is home from home for Ralph and we can see how excited he gets when we pull up to Al's house to drop him off. This is totally different to the whimpering and wining we got when we had no choice but to take him to kennels in the past. I love the fact Al only has one dog at once as Ralph thrives off one to one attention. A lot of other dog borders that I have found have several dogs at once and Ralph can get a bit excitable with other dogs so can be a bit of nuisance to them. I used to worry if we had to go away and leave Ralph somewhere but now I know that I can book Al, I don't worry anymore because I know that Ralph will enjoy a holiday too with lots of one to one attention and lots of love!
Al has good experience of looking after pets, he is very reliable, caring and conscientious and I know he will take great care of all the pets he is looking after. He will be very good with individual animals looking after their dietary and health requirements and spending time together as well as providing just the right amount of play and walks needed for dogs.
About Al M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large Victorian terraced house with plenty of space and a safe walled rear courtyard for fresh air. I will only board one pet at a time so your pet will get all the attention and space he or she needs.
Information Al M. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the breed and personality of the dog. I would like to know their special needs, any particular dietary requirements, how much and when to feed, any medication they need too, and if they have any allergies at all, as well as their likes and dislikes, such as do they get on with other dogs or prefer their own space.
A typical day
Every dog is an individual so so I will plan walks and activities around what works best for my new friend. This could include anything from a gentle stroll around the neighbourhood to a short or longer walk around the park and a play or run on the grass, or longer walks by the river.
Services
Al can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently free to devote all of my time to caring for our furry friends. I am very flexible and reliable, planning and hoping to make pet care a major part of my life from now on.
About Al M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large Victorian terraced house with plenty of space and a safe walled rear courtyard for fresh air. I will only board one pet at a time so your pet will get all the attention and space he or she needs.
Information Al M. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the breed and personality of the dog. I would like to know their special needs, any particular dietary requirements, how much and when to feed, any medication they need too, and if they have any allergies at all, as well as their likes and dislikes, such as do they get on with other dogs or prefer their own space.
A typical day
Every dog is an individual so so I will plan walks and activities around what works best for my new friend. This could include anything from a gentle stroll around the neighbourhood to a short or longer walk around the park and a play or run on the grass, or longer walks by the river.
Location
Darlington, United Kingdom
Al M.
Darlington