Helen W.
Helen W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Space to run & play, doggy heaven!
I recently retired from a 20 year career in the Army before settling back in Taunton with my husband Dave and our 3 children. With excellent communication and organisational skills your bookings and questions are promptly answered and reliable. I am very personable and you will find a friendly and professional welcome. Having always had dogs in my life, I have experience with young puppies, boisterous energetic breeds, shy, nervous and reserved rescues and elderly slower dogs. I have cared for dogs throughout my career and more recently in my home for family and friends on a casual basis. I am now turning this experience into a more professional offering. I have upskilled my experience recently with an up to date hands on Dog First Aid Course and Diplomas in Pet Sitting and Dog Walking, Animal Psychology, Introduction to Animal Care Certificate and Introduction to Kennel Management Certification. I am also doing an Introduction to Dog Training, Canine Communication, Pet Nutrition and Grooming courses.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Helen was fab with my dog Dora and I didn’t have to worry about her at all while we were away. We got regular updates with photos and Dora was kept busy and happy. Dora is on a couple of medications and these were all administered with no problem. Would definitely book again and highly recommend.
It's never easy to leave a pet but everything was great wth Helen. Really prompt responses and all questions covered. It was clear that Clementine had a simply fabulous experience with her and her family. It really felt like Clem was welcomed like one of their own. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to others.
Helen and Dave looked after my dog during an unplanned trip abroad and I could not wish for a happier and attentive host. Regular updates on pooch and a terrific location for her to play and rest. A great family, friendly, safe and bags of space. I shall definitely be making a regular use of Helen and her family. Brilliant!
Bertie absolutely loves playing with Luna Helens dog. Helens kindness, reliability, and brilliant customer service make her the sort of person you feel instantly comfortable trusting with something as precious as your dog. She has plenty of space for dogs to run around too.
Our 6 month old puppy has stayed with Helen twice now and has had a wonderful time. Luna is such a friendly dog and made her feel welcome from the start. The large grounds give the dogs plenty of space to play and explore, and Helen provides excellent care and regular updates for complete peace of mind. Our puppy is always excited to arrive and happy and relaxed when we pick her up. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Helen to anyone looking for a caring, home from home daycare or boarding experience.
Elbe loves going to Helen’s. There’s plenty of space for her to run around and she enjoys playing with Luna too. She’s always well cared for and looked after there.
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Schedule
Me and Dave both work from home with me having a completely flexible schedule and uninterrupted time to focus on Luna and any of her guest doggy friends. Our home is open to dogs who want constant company, a willing playmate, familiar household surroundings, family activity and above all loving attention.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
The entire downstairs is open to explore, a large family garden and our own secure paddock with lots of land to investigate. If the facilities at home aren’t sufficient for your dog’s energy we are spoilt for choice by some excellent open countryside, woodland, river, Quantock hills, beaches and green space walks. I am insured and 1st Aid trained.
Pets
A typical day
Flexibility is our goal, tailoring to your dog’s individual needs. As much exercise and/or chilling out as your dog wishes. Frequent outside breaks, exercise and play are offered no matter the weather and comfy spots in any of our multiple rooms with sofas, dog beds and crates, toys, snuffle mats and other enrichment activities. We will of course meet any individual feeding, medication, behavioural triggers and needs as required. Crate or no crate sleeping is fine in their own space if desired.