Hello, My name is Claire and I am a avid lover of dogs. I grew up in Dorset with a household of 7 dogs throughout my childhood, of various breeds large and small. Weekends were spent on long country dog walks as a family in the Dorset Countryside, come rain or shine. My family also breed Springer Spaniels and Jack Russel’s. I have experience of rehoming rescue dogs and of supporting with the training of reactive/nervous dogs. I am canine first aid trained from OffQual accredited course provider. Fully insured, council licensed boarder and DBS checked. I have 2 Miniature Smooth Haired Dachshund, Winter and Clementine. I am a registered dog breeder and have successfully raised a litter of 5 Dachshund puppies to date, from Winter. I have boarded and cared for many dogs over the years for friends and family, including my own puppies returning for holiday cover. I am fully home based and have a large secure garden. We live in a beautiful area for walks, close to the New Forest National Park and three local beaches. My husband Martin and I have 2 school age children (7 & 12) who are very mature and excellent with dogs. I am comfortable and experienced at caring for dogs of all sizes, ages and temperaments. I am physically strong and able to care for all energy levels. I love smaller breeds also and am experienced with elderly dogs or those who need more support due to character or disability. As a Dachshund owner, I am familiar with the special care needed for back health and diet as well as issues with stubbornness or separation anxiety, which can be common for the breed. I have also kept and cared for animals such as Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Rabbits, Cats and Chickens, so am happy to discuss other services for Pet Care. I have my own car and am happy to travel for services. I can care for pets in my clean, comfortable home, overnight and holiday cover services available. I have a very large fenced and safe garden with ramps for small breeds. Your dog will have constant access to the garden and house and I can accommodate crated dogs if needed. My aim would be for my home to feel like a home away from home. I am happy to support with learning and reinforcing your commands and support with training of puppies, while on walks or home environments. Caring for your dog/animal is my mainstay of work. I will care for your dog with my own, or separate to them if required for your dog’s comfort. It is just myself at home during school hours so I will be fully dedicated to your Pet. I am happy to offer dog bathing where needed. I can walk your dog to fit with times and length of walk as per their normal schedule. There are numerous safe track and field walks in my local area, or I can take your dog to its usual walking area if needed, close to your home/appropriate for service required. My dog care style is experienced and caring and safe. I am experienced at using hand signals with dogs and will learn your command/recall instructions. I love to sit with dogs and give them affection, listening to their ques and what they need. You can inform me of any needs your pet my have and I can accommodate. I have many crate sizes/beds/toys and enrichment toys available. I can of course accommodate dietary needs in terms of food preparation and serving. Your dog’s consistent wellbeing and comfort is my priority. My typical day will be spent ensuring your dog is safe, secure and cared for. I will cater for your dogs needs and to your preferences. While having lots of fun, exercise and stimulation.