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Darren J.

Margate

5.0 out of 5 stars
•17 reviews
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Ex police dog handler, known as the dog whisperer

Pet care experience

I'm an ex police handler for 28 years, retired so home most of the days. I've had dogs all of my life and have lots of experience from puppies to senior dogs and problem dogs. I have lots of beautiful beach walks around me . Lovely quiet home no children with fully enclosed garden Your dog will be treated like a family member and has free range of the house and furniture

Reviews

Hazel D.
Dog Boarding • Apr 15, 2024
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We cannot thank Darren enough. Our Rex has been thoroughly spoilt. He has enjoyed visits to the beach between Stone Bay and Ramsgate but also Whitstable Harbour. Darren has given him free reign in the house and has encouraged Rex to cope in surroundings he finds difficult. Rex has obviously been very happy with Darren and we would not hesitate to send him there again.Thankyou so much Hazel and Rowan x

Hazel D.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 19, 2024
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Rex had a lovely day with Darren. As Rex can be nervous Darren took his time to gain his trust. He was soon following Darren around This was a preliminary day to see if Rex would manage boarding with him. No worries now. Thanks Darren

Di M.
Dog Boarding • Feb 06, 2024
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Darren looked after Marley for 3 nights. He gave regular updates to let me know how he was doing and Marley came home happy & relaxed. I have already booked another stay and would highly recommend Darren😊

Sue D.
Dog Boarding • Dec 27, 2023
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Darren was great. Cooper loved being at his house and was well looked after. I would definitely use him again.

About Darren J.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fully enclosed garden, my home is pet safe. I don't currently have any animals at home since I lost my ex police dog recently. So have a lot of time to give to your dogs. I can crate your pet if preferred if not they can have the run of the house.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Darren J. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has specific routines you like to keep to, any behaviour issues that I should be aware of. If your dog has dietary needs please let me know or if not fully housetrained.

A typical day

I love to take your dog on nice stimulating walks in parks and beaches. I try to keep to your dogs normal routine so it is a home from home experience.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
£39per night
House Sitting
in your home
£40per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
£12per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
£28per day

Darren can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Darren can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I'm retired so your dog will have my full attention. I'm home all day and go out for nice long beach walks. I can do some training with young dogs/puppies if you require

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 21 days ago
Darren can host up to 4 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Darren J.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fully enclosed garden, my home is pet safe. I don't currently have any animals at home since I lost my ex police dog recently. So have a lot of time to give to your dogs. I can crate your pet if preferred if not they can have the run of the house.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Darren J. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has specific routines you like to keep to, any behaviour issues that I should be aware of. If your dog has dietary needs please let me know or if not fully housetrained.

A typical day

I love to take your dog on nice stimulating walks in parks and beaches. I try to keep to your dogs normal routine so it is a home from home experience.

Location

Margate, United Kingdom

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Darren J.

Margate

5.0 out of 5 stars
•17 reviews