Joanna K.
Joanna K.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced Walker & Flexible Care
Where your dog truly becomes part of our family ❤️ Animals are my greatest passion, and I treat every guest like one of my own. Based in Okehampton, I work from home to provide dedicated care, daycare, and tailored walks in mid Devon/North Dartmoor. For the past 17 years, I have been organising regular social dog walks, which has given me a deep understanding of canine communication and social dynamics. I don’t just walk dogs, I truly enjoy observing their behaviour and ensuring they feel safe and understood. I offer both focused individual walks and enriching social group walks. To ensure total safety and comfort, group walks are only arranged after I get to know your dog deeply, ensure they are a great fit with my exceptionally well-socialised Rhodesian Ridgeback and German Pinscher, and have your full peace of mind. I hold an IMDT Professional Dog Walking Certification, IMDT Dog Training qualification, Pet First Aid, full insurance, and a clear DBS check.Your dog's safety, happiness, and affection are my top priorities—welcome to our pack! 🐾
Cat care experience
Joanna also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
From the moment your dogs enter my house, they are treated just like our own family. I have a large fenced garden and two very friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company if they like. If they prefer their own space and peace, I can easily separate them so they feel completely comfortable.
Ratings and reviews
She’s been a really lovely cat sitter for us. She’s always on time, easy to arrange things with, and leaves everything clean and tidy, which I really appreciate. The best part is that the cats are clearly very comfortable with her. They’re relaxed when I come home, and it’s obvious they like having her around. She has a calm and gentle way with them, and she’s always willing to help if something extra comes up. Finding someone you can trust with both your pets and your home isn’t always easy, so I’m very happy we found her. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and caring local cat sitter.
I cannot recommend this dog care service enough! What started as regular solo walks has turned into the highlights of my dog's week. She has taken the time to truly understand my dog's unique personality and needs. Now that they know each other so well, she has safely introduced my dog into pack walks with her own amazingly social and friendly dogs. It has been fantastic for my dog’s socialization and confidence. I am incredibly happy with the dedicated, family-like care provided and will absolutely continue using her services.
I wholeheartedly recommend her ❤️ Niuniuś received absolutely amazing care — we got daily photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind and let us see how happy and well looked after he was. You can truly see the love, patience, and genuine passion for animals. Our dog came back happy, calm, and well exercised, which says everything 🐾 Communication was excellent, and the whole atmosphere felt warm, loving, and homely. It’s really hard to find someone you can trust this much with your dog. Thank you again for such outstanding care — we will definitely come back ❤️
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Schedule
I currently work part-time from home and am available to walk your dog(s) on weekdays in the early morning (6 am–9 am) and after 4 pm. On certain days, specifically Tuesdays and Fridays, I am available all day. I am also fully available on weekends.