Charlotte M.
Salisbury
Services
These prices are for 1 dog.Prices include all fees.
Charlotte can care for
Availability
I’m a stay at home parent to a 5yo and that means I’m flexible with my hours and availability. Often I am available before my husband goes to work, and then again from 5pm when he’s finished. On days he’s working from home, I can also do visits during the day. If your pet is ok with kids, my son loves to help too and that means I can come anytime. Weekends are easy as my husband isn’t n working.
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About Charlotte M.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
For house visits, I usually greet your pet first by letting them come to me, or checking any known hiding spots. Once I’ve said hello, I usually play with them, then feed them, and then I clean any litter trays whilst they eat. After that, I often sit on the floor or chair and hang out or play depending on their needs. I’m also happy to check post, water plants and put bins out. For pet walks, I greet them first, then get them ready with their leash and collect doggy bags for any dog poo. After the walk, I’ll check on your pet, give any treats/food/water as required before I leave.
Information Charlotte M. would like to know about your pet
As I’ve not owned a dog myself, I need to know of any challenging behaviours inc if your dog jumps up at people, and what techniques you use for training.
A typical day
Cats: I spend a lot of time on the floor, at cats level. I let them come to me and I use some cat behaviour techniques to help them feel calm. I also like to play with them, as it’s a great way to bond and also to give them some mental and physical stimulation. Often after play and food, I’ll sit near them and hang out for a bit. Dogs: I love to go for a good walk with them but once we knew eachother well enough, I also like to find a park and play with them (throw a ball etc) whilst out so that they get as much stimulation as possible and really enjoy themselves.
Location
Salisbury, United Kingdom
Pets
Calm, Patient, Experienced
Pet care experience
I love all animals really but especially cats, as I grew up around them - we had 2 Burmese cats, one of which lived to be 17yo. Our current cat, Bolly, emigrated with us from the U.K. to Australia and back again! I have also had a hamster and fish. As a teenager, and as an adult, I've often helped friends and neighbours out when they're away by looking after their pets - cats usually but I have also looked after dogs, Guinea pigs, chickens, birds, fish and rabbits too. I'm calm and patient - I very much let them come to me when they're ready to. I make sure your pet has been given attention and affection (if they want some), as well as fed, watered, and had litter cleaned etc. I'm happy to play and pet them, or just sit and be around for a while, depending on what they like. I send updates and pictures daily so you can relax and enjoy your time away. I'm a fan of Jackson Galaxy and his work on cat behaviour, which has helped me to gain a better understand of cats, and I use a lot of his techniques with Bolly, as well as the cats I look after. This has meant I've been able to befriend many nervous, shy cats using those skills. I've also got some experience with raw food as I've transitioned Bolly to a raw food diet so I'm happy to handle raw meat if needed. Whilst in Australia, pet sitting was my paid work and I’m keen to do that again here as I loved meeting so many different pets, and being able to have a little time away from home.
Cat care experience
Charlotte also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Charlotte was booked to visit my cat for one hour each day from 6:30–7:30pm while I was away. She later told me she could only come at 7pm, which I accepted. I had also mentioned she could bring her son once if needed so he could meet my cat. However, she brought her son on both visits and spent most of the time reading to him rather than engaging with my cat. She stayed only around 40 minutes each time instead of the full hour. On the second visit she arrived at 8:30pm without any communication about being late. Because of this, I had to cancel the remaining days and find another sitter. It was unacceptable to pay for a one‑hour service and not receive it. Her cancellation window is also three days, which is longer than most sitters, so future clients should be aware.
Charlotte was amazing with our two cats! She gave regular updates at our request and really helped us be at ease while we were away :) She also came to visit them before the required booking!
Charlotte was very understanding of my pets requirements both before and during the visits. Great communication from her, I would definitely book her again
Charlotte was absolutely perfect! She took such great care of my Luna and went above and beyond when I asked her for extra days very last minute! I could not recommend Charlotte enough to take care of your pets!
About Charlotte M.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
For house visits, I usually greet your pet first by letting them come to me, or checking any known hiding spots. Once I’ve said hello, I usually play with them, then feed them, and then I clean any litter trays whilst they eat. After that, I often sit on the floor or chair and hang out or play depending on their needs. I’m also happy to check post, water plants and put bins out. For pet walks, I greet them first, then get them ready with their leash and collect doggy bags for any dog poo. After the walk, I’ll check on your pet, give any treats/food/water as required before I leave.
Information Charlotte M. would like to know about your pet
As I’ve not owned a dog myself, I need to know of any challenging behaviours inc if your dog jumps up at people, and what techniques you use for training.
A typical day
Cats: I spend a lot of time on the floor, at cats level. I let them come to me and I use some cat behaviour techniques to help them feel calm. I also like to play with them, as it’s a great way to bond and also to give them some mental and physical stimulation. Often after play and food, I’ll sit near them and hang out for a bit. Dogs: I love to go for a good walk with them but once we knew eachother well enough, I also like to find a park and play with them (throw a ball etc) whilst out so that they get as much stimulation as possible and really enjoy themselves.
Charlotte M.
Salisbury