Helen G.
Helen G.
Highlights
Pet care experience
A loving and experienced home stay
Having had dogs all my life, I have finally decided do something I really love on a full time basis and am now a licenced Home Boarder with WMDC - LN/000002148. I am proud to have been granted a four star rating which is the maximum rating for your first period of trading. I am fully insured and qualified in Pet First Aid and CPR. I've had over 40 years experience of looking after my own dogs along with those of family and friends. These have ranged from Patterdales and Staffies to Spaniels, Schnauzers, Collies and, currently, my beautiful, female, retriever cross. I am a volunteer with a local dog rescue and this involves doing home checks to assess the suitability of adopters and also doing home visits to assess dogs who, sadly, need to be brought into rescue. I've raised many puppies, nursed them in their old age and am used to giving medication and any individual care that may be required. You are welcome to visit and look at where your dog may be staying. A Meet & Greet session is compulsory before any bookings are confirmed.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Helen has provided wonderful care for my dog and family friend’s dog. They get plenty of walks in safe areas, lots of cuddles and training too. Helen is very capable and trustworthy with many years of looking after her own dogs. They have loved being with Helen and always come back happy and well trained!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I already have my own 6 year old female retriver cross who needs lots of exercise and time to play. Another dog would fit easily into our daily routine and with us both being fit and active, we're usually out walking at least twice a day. If you would prefer your dog to be walked individually this isn't a problem as I do not have to work around any set hours.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large, fenced garden and live in an area with lots of footpaths and walking routes. I live in a cul-de-sac away from the main road and there is a big green in front of my house which is great for those dogs who refuse to toilet in the garden! I have a large spare crate so you wouldn't need to bring a crate with you if your dog is crate trained.
Pets
A typical day
I will take your dog to all our favourite places. There is a footpath that runs for a couple of miles down to the canal where, for those dogs who need a long walk, we can then walk along the towpath. Also close to my home, is our old pit which is now a lovely nature reserve to walk around. I have a large, enclosed garden for running around and ball games are always great fun. On rainy days, when we can still walk but not play in the garden, we'll play in the kitchen! I have a fairly long kitchen and my retriever loves playing catch and fetch in there. And, of course, there will be plenty of time for a snooze - dogs are allowed in all my rooms so wherever I am, they will be with me.
- 0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kg18 to 45 kgUnspayed females accepted, neutered males onlyTakes only 1 client at a timeHelen can host up to 2 pets per night
- Let me know if your dog has any particular quirks, preferences or individual needs. Your dog will need to be non-reactive and friendly. Noise doesn't bother me, as long as it's not aggressive in manner. Your dog will need to be fully vaccinated including Kennel Cough and have had recent worm and flea treatments.