Helen L.
Helen L.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Licensed dog boarder
Hi, I’m an animal lover through and through, with hands-on experience caring for dogs, horses, and a whole variety of pets. I have my own Beagle, Hugo, so I fully understand the energy, curiosity, and affection our four-legged friends need every day. We’re big fans of long countryside walks, playtime, and plenty of cuddles, so your dog will always be kept active, happy, and well cared for. I’m calm, reliable, and attentive to each pet’s individual routine and personality, whether that’s a lively walk, quiet companionship, or structured care while you’re away. You can trust me to treat your pet like one of my own, providing a safe, loving environment where they’ll feel settled, cared for, and part of the family while you enjoy complete peace of mind. Licensed dog boarder, with Newark and Sherwood District Council.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
What an amazing dog sitter Helen is. How lucky I was to find her. It was a last-minute decision to leave our Labrador, Flo with Helen when we went on holiday. Fortunately, she had availability. We had not left Flo with anyone apart from family before. When Flo and I met Helen , she put my mind at ease and I could see that our dog was going to be so well cared for. Helen kept in touch regularly sending me updates on Flo. I could see that Flo was happily settling well into a routine. Enjoying lovely walks with Hugo, Helen’s dog, playtime with her family and chilling in her bed. She really had the best time. I feel so grateful to Helen and her family for looking after our dog as if she was one of their own which allowed us to relax totally on holiday. I would not hesitate to recommend Helen as a dog sitter and will definitely use her again to look after Flo.
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Schedule
Pet care is a natural part of my everyday life. I work from home, which means your dog will have constant company, attention, and supervision throughout the week — they’ll never be left alone for long periods. We enjoy two walks a day as standard, along with plenty of playtime and affection in between. Our walks are usually through our local village and nearby woods, giving dogs a mix of stimulation, exercise, and fresh air in a safe and relaxed environment. At home, it’s a calm and caring space where pets can settle in comfortably and feel part of the family. I tailor care to each dog’s needs and routine, whether that’s energetic walks, downtime, or extra cuddles. At weekends, we’re often out and about too — usually enjoying longer countryside walks together — so your dog will still be included in an active, happy lifestyle. Overall, it’s a true home-from-home experience with consistent care, companionship, and attention throughout their stay.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet’s safety and wellbeing are my top priority. I have a fully secure, fenced garden, giving dogs a safe space to enjoy fresh air and outdoor time under close supervision at all times. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pet, and I will care for them exactly as you would yourself — following their usual routines, preferences, and needs to ensure they feel safe, settled, and happy throughout their stay.
Pets
A typical day
A typical day includes walks, playtime, feeding, cuddles and lots of attention tailored to each pet’s routine and personality. I love keeping pets happy and stimulated with games, garden play, enrichment activities and plenty of companionship, while making sure they feel safe, relaxed and at home.