Ana Maria D.
Ana Maria D.
Prices include all fees.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Treated like one of my own
I'm the proud mum of a 7 year old Jack Russell I've had since she was a puppy, and I grew up surrounded by dogs: a giant schnauzer as our family dog, then two German shepherds, two American Akitas and a dachshund. They've taught me a lot about temperament, handling, and how differently each dog needs to be read. My own girl is high maintenance, and I mean that fondly. She's anxious, she's reactive, she'll hoover anything off the pavement given half a second, and she's allergic to more or less everything. Seven years of that has trained me to be genuinely vigilant, I read body language early, I watch what goes in the mouth, and I notice when something's a bit off before it becomes a problem. That's why I want to hear everything about your dog. Likes, dislikes, triggers, the route they prefer, the neighbour's cat they can't be trusted around, medication, allergies, the exact way they like their food put down. No detail is too small, and nothing you tell me will be too much. I work from home as an intuitive reader and spiritual coach, so my schedule is flexible and I can genuinely fit around your dog's routine rather than squeezing them into mine. I'm detail-oriented, reliable, and I show up when I say I will. I'd love to meet you both.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Before any booking I'll do a free meet and greet at your home. We'll go through everything, feeding, portions, medication, allergies, lead and harness, where they walk, what sets them off, house rules. On keys and access, I'll follow whatever you're most comfortable with. A drop-in visit is usually around 30 minutes, and I'll do exactly what we've agreed: fresh water, feeding as instructed, a toilet break, and proper time for play, company or a cuddle rather than a quick in-and-out. Walks are booked separately if you'd like one. Dogs stay on lead unless you've told me otherwise in writing and I'm confident it's safe. I'll leave your home as I found it, and I'm happy to take in post, water plants or put the bins out. You'll get a message with photos after every visit, so you know how your dog is doing while you're out.
Ratings and reviews
Ana has taken care of Oscar on several occasions, and she has always been wonderful with him. She has taken him on walks and come over to spend time with him when he’s had to be home alone for longer periods. Oscar always seems much happier, calmer, and more at ease after spending time with Ana. Oscar doesn’t always warm up to new people easily, but with Ana, he is completely different. I honestly think she may be a bit of a dog whisperer! He trusts her, and so do I. I feel completely comfortable leaving Oscar in her care and know that she will pay attention to his needs. I would happily recommend Ana to anyone looking for a kind, trustworthy, and caring person to help look after their dog.
Ana took care of my pug Abbi while I was travelling several times. She walked him, offered him love and went above and beyond to make sure he s happy. She even gave him massages and reiki for his joints. There s no one I would trust more with my dog!! Abbi loved Ana from day 1 and every time I picked him up, he almost seemed a bit sad to leave! Couldn’t recommend Ana more - she is very reliable, reaponsible and great with dogs!!
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Schedule
I'm self-employed and work from home, which makes my weekday mornings and early afternoons reliably free Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm. My own client work sits in the late afternoons and evenings, so daytime pet care fits around it. That means I can offer proper midday cover for dogs whose owners are out at work, and I'm not rushing between bookings the way someone fitting walks around a full-time job has to. I take one dog at a time, so once your slot is booked, that time is yours. I keep my Rover calendar accurate and up to date. If you need a regular weekly slot, I'd love to set one up, dogs settle far better with a routine and a familiar face.
- 0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kgAna Maria can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Prices include all fees.
