David G.
Sleaford
My best friend is a Cocker Spaniel
Pet care experience
I have owned and trained dogs since I was 10 years old. When my dear cocker spaniel Sweep passed away in 2018 I couldn't face replacing him and decided to fill the gap left in my life by borrowing dogs from friends and neighbours. I have had 3 extended families of dogs as long-term fur buddies (four Pugs, five English Cockers, a Cockerpoo, and a Labrador); I have walked and provide holiday sitting for these doggies. In 2021 I adopted a retired English Cocker from stud (Paulo) and he was the most laidback chap; he went with me everywhere and was an extra companion for my doggie friends. Sadly Paulo passed away in February 2025 so I have more time for dog sitting and walking.
Reviews
Came home to a happy and tired dog 😄 Good communication throughout and we appreciated the tracked walk and photos.
David was recommended to us by our neighbours and we are so delighted we met him. David is a godsend to help us with dog walking and house dog boarding. David spent weeks spending time with our brood to get to know each and every dog before he stayed at our house for two weeks. The dogs love him and enjoy their fortnightly walks. David has also helped us out with dog walking when my husband and I had some physical issues so needed some support with the dog walking. Overall we are incredibly happy that we have 'Uncle David' in our and our doggies lives.
I highly recommend Dave as a dog walker and pet sitter. I call him “the dog whisperer “ as he has such a calming persona which seems to transfer to the dog. For many years, Dave walked our much loved Labrador, Jack. Jack absolutely adored him and the feeling I know was mutual. Everyday Jack would wait excitedly for Dave to arrive and they would have a lovely time walking in the park or by the river. Jack could be at challenge at times but I was always confident that Dave would be able to manage his (as he called it) - handbags at dawn behaviour. Dave has a key to our home and has often let our x2 Labradors out as well as feeding them. He would always spend extra some time with them so they were happy and relaxed when he left. So, if you are looking for someone to look after your fur babies I would suggest you give him a call - you’ll be glad you did!
David has helped us out on many occasions with our cockers over the years and has a great relationship with all of them. We trust him entirely. His natural warmth meant he bonded immediately with each and every one of them as they arrived on the scene. Highly recommended.
About David G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I only do walkies on the lead. I walk up to 4 dogs but only from the same home pack so that there are no fights. If you would like me to sit your dog/s I will always follow your dog's routine and I'm happy to sleep with dogs that need human company. I have a dog and a cat at home although the cat stays away from dog visitors. I have a fully fenced secure back garden, and a heated garden room which is my den and home to my dog visitors. I only have dog visitors that know me and Paulo well so long-term walkers and sitters only please.
Home
Information David G. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog likes to retrieve and is reliable on recall so that I can build up trust to move to off lead exercise.
A typical day
I have a large park and riverside walks near to my home I do not let my dogs off the lead unless I know them well and trust them on recall.
Services
David can host
David can watch in your home
Availability
I retired 18 months ago and decided to care for dogs to keep me fit and happy so my time is my own. I prefer to walk my doggies at lunchtime and only walk one dog (or a family group of dogs) a day for a minimum of 1 hour; I never rush my dogs and I don't clock-watch. I always have a good supply of dry clean towels to towel-off wet and muddy dogs. I also really enjoy dog sitting dogs but I believe they need time to get to know and trust me. So If you'd like me to be your dog sitter then your furry friend will need to come for walkies with me before-hand; this is kinder for the dog and it's what I would want for my dog.
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About David G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I only do walkies on the lead. I walk up to 4 dogs but only from the same home pack so that there are no fights. If you would like me to sit your dog/s I will always follow your dog's routine and I'm happy to sleep with dogs that need human company. I have a dog and a cat at home although the cat stays away from dog visitors. I have a fully fenced secure back garden, and a heated garden room which is my den and home to my dog visitors. I only have dog visitors that know me and Paulo well so long-term walkers and sitters only please.
Home
Information David G. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog likes to retrieve and is reliable on recall so that I can build up trust to move to off lead exercise.
A typical day
I have a large park and riverside walks near to my home I do not let my dogs off the lead unless I know them well and trust them on recall.
Location
Sleaford, United Kingdom
David G.
Sleaford