Alison G.
Pulham Market, Diss
Services
Alison can host
Alison can care for
Availability
I work part time from home so I are available for sitting and day care every day of the week including weekends. I welcome both long and short stays. I would go for walk first thing each day and in the evenings plus a mid day walk if needed and they can have as many personal needs breaks outside as wanted. This will obviously be tailored to each individual dog and their specific requirements
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About Alison G.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large dog crate which can be used if needed but your fur baby will have access to the whole house, apart from my Pilates studio. I have dog beds dotted around the house plus plenty of blankets and towels to make your dog comfortable. I live on an 8 acre small holding but due to the other animals (including deer, hares, pheasants, rabbits, chickens, barn cats etc) I would keep your dog on a lead for their safety. Walks would be through fields, lanes and the local woods. I’d need to know their dog’s routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, and any medical or behavioural requirements. It’s also helpful to know how they are with other dogs and people, whether they’re house-trained, and if there are any fears, triggers, or special comforts they have. This helps me make sure they feel safe, relaxed, and well cared for.
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Information Alison G. would like to know about your pet
I’d need to know their dog’s routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, and any medical or behavioural requirements. It’s also helpful to know how they are with other dogs and people, whether they’re house-trained, and if there are any fears, triggers, or special comforts they have. This helps me make sure they feel safe, relaxed, and well cared for. Please provide: • Enough food for your dog's stay • Your dog's basket/bet and blanket or bedding • Toys and treats • Collar/harness and lead. It is a legal requirement that all dogs must have an ID tag with their owner's contact details. My goal is to make your dog feel at home and loved while you're away, and to make you feel confident that they'll be cared for in a loving environment. We know the anxieties that come with leaving your dog while you're away. We'll take regular photos for you and send them to you through the Rover app. We're always happy to answer any questions or queries you have and do what we can to put your mind at ease so you can enjoy your holiday
A typical day
Lots of walks, play time with balls/toys plus cuddles. On walks I'll make sure to vary the routes so no one gets bored, and everyone will get some time to play with their favourite toys. Let me know if they have a favourite toy to play with. If there's downtime I'll make sure your pets are comfortable and chilled, with some nice relaxing music and a relaxed atmosphere.
Location
Pulham Market, Diss, United Kingdom
Pets
Home away from home with love
Pet care experience
Hello, I am Alison and live with my husband and two daughters, aged 10 and 14, on an 8 acre small holding near Pulham Market. I have had dogs for the past 15 years. I have free range chickens and three barn cats who do not come into the house. Please note that although these are outside animals, they are still our pets and loved dearly. I do not currently have any dogs as our lovely whippet Megan passed away in January from old age. I have had all our dogs since puppies so I am experienced with all age dogs from puppy to old age. My mum has a retired greyhound which I look after, and my brother has a golden retriever and a rescued Portuguese street dog which again I look after when needed. I work part time from home so there is always someone in the house. I particularly love long dog walks and enjoy having a companion with me. My mum's retired greyhound is very nervous and reactive so have experience with anxious dogs and rescues. I will only have one dog stay at a time (unless they are from the same household, of course) so I can tailor the activities (ie long walks, short walks etc) to suit your dog's needs and requirements. On a side note, and I appreciate this isn't everybody's cup of tea, but I am also Reiki Master and have had wonderful results giving Reiki to animals. I have treated a 13 year old labrador which back leg issues with incredible results. Apart from physical ailments, Reiki can also provide effective relief from anxiety and really helps to calm dogs down. I would be delighted, with your permission, to provide Reiki to your dog, if needed, whilst in our care. I will provide regular photos and video updates whilst your dog is with us. Just to be clear, I will be the primary person taking care of your dog but my husband and daughters will also be in the house with your dog. Please note, I am 5'4" and weight 52kg so I am pretty small. Please bear that in mind especially if you have a large dog or your dog pulls on the lead as I'm unlikely to be the right person for your dog.
Reviews
Alison and her family were absolutely amazing with my doggo Daisy! She is nervous around new people and they made the extra effort to meet her and understand her before her stay! Throughout the whole trip I received so many photos of her amazing walks and care! I really could not recommend Alison more and will definitely be booking Daisy in for a staycation again :)
I have known Alison for nearly 10 years, during which time her 'animal family' has grown from the Megan, the dog, to cats (including the birth of kittens), rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, quail and pigs. She invests time, energy and lots of love in the care of all of these animals. She has huge compassion and empathy for her own animals and those of her friends and family. I would not hesitate in recommending Alison to anyone looking for a trustworthy pet sitter or dog walker.
Alison has a very good manner with all animals, particularly dogs. She has been a dog owner herself for many years and understands their every needs. She has walked my very nervous rescued Greyhound many times with no problem. Highly recommended.
About Alison G.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large dog crate which can be used if needed but your fur baby will have access to the whole house, apart from my Pilates studio. I have dog beds dotted around the house plus plenty of blankets and towels to make your dog comfortable. I live on an 8 acre small holding but due to the other animals (including deer, hares, pheasants, rabbits, chickens, barn cats etc) I would keep your dog on a lead for their safety. Walks would be through fields, lanes and the local woods. I’d need to know their dog’s routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, and any medical or behavioural requirements. It’s also helpful to know how they are with other dogs and people, whether they’re house-trained, and if there are any fears, triggers, or special comforts they have. This helps me make sure they feel safe, relaxed, and well cared for.
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Information Alison G. would like to know about your pet
I’d need to know their dog’s routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, and any medical or behavioural requirements. It’s also helpful to know how they are with other dogs and people, whether they’re house-trained, and if there are any fears, triggers, or special comforts they have. This helps me make sure they feel safe, relaxed, and well cared for. Please provide: • Enough food for your dog's stay • Your dog's basket/bet and blanket or bedding • Toys and treats • Collar/harness and lead. It is a legal requirement that all dogs must have an ID tag with their owner's contact details. My goal is to make your dog feel at home and loved while you're away, and to make you feel confident that they'll be cared for in a loving environment. We know the anxieties that come with leaving your dog while you're away. We'll take regular photos for you and send them to you through the Rover app. We're always happy to answer any questions or queries you have and do what we can to put your mind at ease so you can enjoy your holiday
A typical day
Lots of walks, play time with balls/toys plus cuddles. On walks I'll make sure to vary the routes so no one gets bored, and everyone will get some time to play with their favourite toys. Let me know if they have a favourite toy to play with. If there's downtime I'll make sure your pets are comfortable and chilled, with some nice relaxing music and a relaxed atmosphere.
Alison G.
Pulham Market, Diss