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Hetty C.

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Hetty C.

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£39 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Identity Verified
8 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Zookeeper-Level Pet Care

I’m a former zookeeper with a real passion for giving animals the best possible care. I’ve been lucky enough to work with a huge range of species — from domestic pets to animals like bears, lynx and wolverines — so I’m very confident reading behaviour and understanding what each individual animal needs. I know every pet is different, and I always take the time to get to know their personality. Whether your dog is full of energy and loves an active walk, or a bit more nervous and needs a calm, gentle approach, I’m happy to adapt and make sure they feel safe and comfortable. I also have experience caring for geriatric animals and those with additional needs, including giving a wide range of medications. I understand how important it is to trust someone with this level of care, and I always take a careful, patient approach to make it as stress-free as possible for your pet. In my current role, I’m responsible for maintaining high welfare standards, monitoring health and behaviour, and making sure animals have positive, enriching experiences — and that’s something I bring into every pet I look after. I’m reliable, easy to communicate with, and will always keep you updated so you have peace of mind while you’re away. Most importantly, I’ll treat your pet as if they were my own.

Cat care experience

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Big cat keeper for your little cat!

Hetty also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

42% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise
Oral medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Fraser W.
Apr 08, 2026

Hetty loves animals and knows what they need as a qualified zookeeper. She'll give your pet all the attention it wants and more, rather than doing only the basics, just like she does with her pet rats!

Becky W.
Apr 08, 2026

Hetty simply loves animals, no matter if it’s the silliest ginger cat, the most loyal Labrador, or the naughtiest of rats - she’s got you covered. She knows just what your little ones will need, ensure that they are well loved, stimulated, and got all the fuss that they need. Her background as a zookeeper makes her an excellent sitter and an incredibly cool one too! You know that your priorities will be her priorities and her passion for high quality care will mean your little ones paws are in safer hands.

S H.
Jan 07, 2019

Hetty has been caring for our pets for several years. She is reliable, trustworthy and left our home very tidy indeed. Most of all she loves animals and our cats love her too. She is a lovely person and I wholeheartedly recommend her.

Glenn C.
Jan 02, 2019

Heather has taken care of the family pets while we have been away on holiday and has always been caring and diligent. She is frequently asked to pet set by friends and neighbours looking after a range of pets including dogs, cats, and guinea pigs. She is honest and timely as well as very caring and careful with the animals, I have no doubt that she will take good car of anyone's pets.

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Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg
Hetty can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.