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Ian H.

Tunbridge Wells

5.0 out of 5 stars
•27 reviews
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Want a genuine animal lover?

Pet care experience

Hi, I’m Ian. I LOVE all animals, but especially dogs. I’ve looked after most varieties of dogs receiving five star reviews. I only take one dog at a time and I like to make them feel special while they’re in my care. (As I’m retired, I’ve got plenty of time on my hands.) I used to volunteer at the RSPCA centre in Mallydams Wood, Hastings, where I learnt about animal needs. I’ve owned both dogs and cats in my life, but my favourites were Sally (a Springer Spaniel) and Ozzie (a Bengal cat). I had Ozzie for 13 years. I loved that cat and still miss him to this day. I’m used to looking after dogs - friends used to ask me to look after their Labrador and Labradoodle and there was an RSPCA Sprocker Spaniel Puppy help-dog called Honey who used to stay with me. Her owner called me the ‘Dog Father’! Apart from my garden, there’s ‘Tunbridge Wells Common’, including Wellington Rocks where I can walk them. I’ll also send you a daily update with photo(s) if you like.

Reviews

Dog Boarding • Apr 04, 2024

Ian H. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Nicola A.
Dog Boarding • Mar 14, 2024
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Ian was very patient with our anxious dog! Thank you 😊

Doggy Day Care • Nov 19, 2023

Ian H. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Alison S.
Dog Boarding • Sep 20, 2023
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Jasper was very happy with Ian right from the start. Ian is kind and calm and we can thoroughly recommend him - in fact, Jasper's next stay is already booked!

About Ian H.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

8 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a private fenced garden and I live on Mount Ephraim in Tunbridge Wells, opposite Tunbridge Wells Common, so there’s plenty of space for your dog to let off steam.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Ian H. would like to know about your pet

I need to know beforehand if there’s any behavioural issues affecting your dog: does he/she get on with other dogs? Has he/she ever bitten anyone? Does he/she scratch or chew furniture? Also, are there any health, dietary or medication issues I should be aware of? When are feeding times? (food/ water) What’s his/her normal daily routine? If it’s complicated, we could always arrange a Meet & Greet to get to know each other.

A typical day

I normally get up fairly early. After a shower, I’ll greet your dog and let them in the garden to ‘do their business’. I’ll perhaps play a game with them before filling up their water bowl and then I’ll make my own breakfast. Later, I’ll take your dog for a walk around The Common and Wellington Rocks and then it’s back for lunch. There’s usually a longer walk to fit in during the afternoon. Evenings are a quiet time for plenty of cuddles before bedtime. I always take dogs out on a lead.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
£35per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
£25per day

Ian can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

I’m currently retired, so I’ve got plenty of time to give your pet the attention they deserve. I can be there for them when they most need it.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 days ago
Ian can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Ian H.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

8 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a private fenced garden and I live on Mount Ephraim in Tunbridge Wells, opposite Tunbridge Wells Common, so there’s plenty of space for your dog to let off steam.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Ian H. would like to know about your pet

I need to know beforehand if there’s any behavioural issues affecting your dog: does he/she get on with other dogs? Has he/she ever bitten anyone? Does he/she scratch or chew furniture? Also, are there any health, dietary or medication issues I should be aware of? When are feeding times? (food/ water) What’s his/her normal daily routine? If it’s complicated, we could always arrange a Meet & Greet to get to know each other.

A typical day

I normally get up fairly early. After a shower, I’ll greet your dog and let them in the garden to ‘do their business’. I’ll perhaps play a game with them before filling up their water bowl and then I’ll make my own breakfast. Later, I’ll take your dog for a walk around The Common and Wellington Rocks and then it’s back for lunch. There’s usually a longer walk to fit in during the afternoon. Evenings are a quiet time for plenty of cuddles before bedtime. I always take dogs out on a lead.

Location

Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom

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Ian H.

Tunbridge Wells

5.0 out of 5 stars
•27 reviews