Amanda W.
Amanda W.
Prices include all fees.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Mature, calm, kind dog carer/walker
I’ve lived in many houses and can deal with most situations calmly and sensibly. I have owned springer spaniels and have experience sitting for King Charles spaniels, working Cocker spaniels, a variety of terriers, mini Schnauzers, Labradors and cockapoos. I’ve looked after old dogs, blind and deaf as well as younger energetic ones - but I do like them to have some training so I’m not being towed around and then we can have fun together while I keep your pet safe and happy. I like to meet you and your dog(s) before sitting for you.
Cat care experience
Amanda also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I prefer to care for dogs in their own home and neighbourhood where they feel most comfortable but can drive them to longer walks (depending on size of dog!). I can care for young puppies though I’m also used to older dogs who need company and short frequent walks/toilet breaks. Im experienced with most medications and special care vet though not injections. I’ll just try to keep your dog safe and happy around your home and out for exercise - and will send you updates/photos as often as you like.
Ratings and reviews
Amanda spent today with our dogs and she gave them the best time ever. They really love her company, are very relaxed with her and go straight to her when she arrives, very excitedly knowing that they are in for a fun day. Thank you, Amanda for always taking such wonderful care of the Jacks and our home. Very much look forward to seeing you soon again and huge thanks for all your help.
Another wonderful visit from Amanda. The dogs could not have been happier and thoroughly enjoyed their walk too. Thank you so much, Amanda!
Amanda spent this evening ing with our two Jack Russells and they could not have been happier or more relaxed. When we returned home, they greeted us and went off to play, a sure sign that they were very happy and relaxed with her company.
Thank you for taking such good care of Lucky and my home Amanda! I can highly recommend Amanda to look after your pets and home. 😊
Amanda came and looked after our rescue pup while we were off getting married (!) She really put our minds at rest that Frida was nice and safe and happy while we were otherwise occupied. She's obviously got lots of experience with dogs, and we had a lovely meet and greet a couple of weeks before the sit. We're so happy we found a way to leave Frida at home for the duration, and Amanda was brilliant all through the process, highly recommend!
Amanda is amazing having never left Monty with anyone we didn’t know she instantly put us & Monty at ease and sent lovely updates about Monty while we were away. It was like Monty was on his holiday with her while we were away. We cannot recommend Amanda highly enough and will reserve Amanda anytime we are going away in the future.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
During school terms I am mainly available in the weekday mornings but may cover sitting in the evenings Mon-Fri and possibly some weekends as well with enough notice. I am happy to stay in your house for longer periods with your pet (s) but these sits are usually only available in school holidays. I’m happy to travel within the UK coast and countryside for house sitting and have done a number of sits in central Scotland..
- Cats0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kg18 to 45 kgAmanda can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
- For any kind of dog care/walks/ holiday house sits I will want to meet you and walk your dog before accepting the booking. A one day tester in advance is a good idea for you, your pet and me if I’m new to you and it’s a house sit. Let me know any special information or preferences please, also medication, vets and for house sits your daily routine - see checklist below. I’m used to spaniels, Labradors and terriers but have also looked after older border collies, greyhounds and retrievers, but am happy with most types of medium to small size dogs - but if you think your breed has special needs pls let me know. I’d rather look after one/two dogs at a time in their own home. I don’t want to sit for dogs with aggression or behavioural issues. Most loved family pets are fine! Please provide me with this information: - Emergency numbers while you’re away - Local neighbour/friend who may help in emergency - walk and food routine including some favourite walks - any medical needs and when I should call the vet - how you settle your pet before you go out and at night - how you answer the door to deliveries (how to keep your pet safe/not escaping) - do you have security cameras/alarms? - other than pet care, is there anything else you’d like me to do for your house/garden while you’re away?
Prices include all fees.