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Devoted petsitter with specialism and key experience in caring for rescue pets, senior pets, nervous pets and pets with complex medical needs. Hello! :) I’m an experienced pet sitter and dog-walker who is Pet First Aid trained, fully insured and DBS checked. I’m passionate about excellent animal care and I believe in receiving adequate training, so in addition to my years of pet care experience I have completed 16 months of volunteer dog walking and 5 months of rescue/street dog volunteering before advancing into professional pet care. I now dog-walk and petsit professionally. I have looked after over 30 pets in their homes, for which I have received excellent reviews and references. I am experienced in caring for a variety of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits and birds. If you are looking for a sitter who is equipped to provide focused care to pets who require skilled handling, patience and understanding, then you’ve found the right sitter! Regarding seniors: I have extensive experience supporting senior pets, including those with arthritis, complex health conditions, mobility issues and those requiring regular medication, as well as seniors experiencing cognitive changes, anxiety, depression or behavioural shifts associated with old age. I offer extra physical support, move at each pets pace and prioritise comfort, dignity, and emotional wellbeing at all times. I am Pet First Aid certified and currently training in canine massage therapy. I also offer specialised seniors enrichment and holistic care sessions as a core part of my service because senior pets deserve to have quality, attentive care and most of all they deserve to feel valued and supported! When booking we can discuss an enriching and enjoyable activity schedule for your senior pets - because after all, older pets still want to have fun! Regarding rescue pets: I am experienced in caring for rescue animals, including those who have been abandoned or have experienced trauma. I am well versed in supporting pets with anxious attachment, heightened stress or difficult pasts and I prioritise creating a calm, safe and welcoming environment where they can settle at their own pace. If you are working with a behaviourists, I can work alongside your care plan to ensure continuity, routine and stability during transitional periods. Regarding International rescue pets (brought to the UK): International rescue pet’s support needs can differ significantly from UK-based rescues. Pets rescued from abroad will likely have experienced long-distance travel, major environmental changes, different climates as well as unfamiliar languages or verbal cues, all of which can be unsettling during adjustment. Some have also lived as street animals abroad and were accustomed to roaming freely, sourcing food independently and protecting themselves which can shape behaviour in ways not commonly seen in UK born pets. I have experience supporting these transitions with patience, understanding and calm, structured care. If you have a rescue dog or cat from countries such as Romania, Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria or elsewhere abroad, please message me to discuss how I can provide tailored support. Regarding complex health conditions: I have experience providing specialised care for pets with complex health conditions including advanced arthritis, cancer and scoliosis. I am able to support pets who require careful handling, close observation, medication routines and thoughtful adjustments to daily care to maintain comfort and quality of life. Regarding administering medication: I have experience administering medication to pets and can also provide the necessary aftercare. Medications I have safely administered in the past include wound treatment creams, eye drops, heart medication, thyroid medication, ringworm treatment, medicated toothpaste, dewormer, CCD medication, antidepressants and digestive aid. Regarding reactive pets: I understand that some pets require specialised skilled and responsible handling to ensure their safety and the safety of others. If your pet has specific behavioural needs, please don’t hesitate to message me – I’m here to help and will ensure your pet is well-cared for and safe during our time together! Regarding anxious pets: I have experience working with anxious pets and provide empathetic, calm care tailored to their needs. I ensure they are not placed in situations that may trigger anxiety, both at home and in outdoor spaces. I’m always open to discussing your pet’s specific needs, so please feel comfortable sharing any concerns. Puppies and kittens: I am experienced in supporting puppies and kittens during their early development, including assisting with toilet training, confidence-building and everyday skills such as safe road crossing behaviour. Case Study: (The client mentioned in this case study has formally credited me in a written reference for the following progress). My client’s large-breed puppy was fearful of stairs, requiring the client to carry her up several flights of stairs in an apartment block with no elevator. The puppy was becoming too heavy to lift. I was hired for pet care and through a focused and supportive training routine, I taught the puppy to confidently walk up and down the stairs independently. I am also comfortable caring for puppies in the teething and biting phase, understand this as a normal stage of development and I am experienced in managing and minimising biting safely and calmly. My references are verifiable and happy to be contacted.