Kassandra C.
Balerno
Experienced Dog Owner with harness-trained cat
Pet care experience
I have been a dog (and assorted other pets) owner all my life, and have often pet-sat for friends and family. We have a beautiful matriarchal German Shepherd, who has proven to be a calming and authoritative influence on all the dogs we have looked after. Your dog(s) will be looked after as if they were one of our own, with any individual requirements paid due attention. We have a small enclosed garden, and are within 10mins of several lovely wooded areas, along with the beach and a few waterways - there is plenty of variety for long and short walks, so your baby will never be bored. We typically do a few short walks throughout the day, with one big long walk during the day to really explore and get tired out. We are more than happy to help work on improving any commands you feel need special attention. We also have a cat who sometimes comes along on walks on his harness and is extremely unbothered by dogs. Between them, the dog and cat have been wonderful in socialising and desensitising some of the dogs we know. I will consider hosting unneutered dogs and bitches in season on a case-by-case basis, provided you are happy for them not to be allowed off leash so we avoid any unwanted pregnancies! 🤗 We have a car, and would be happy to provide pick-up/drop-off if required for a small charge depending on distance and length of booking. Any questions, please let us know!
Reviews
Left Mika overnight with Kassandra. She is normally pretty nervous to stay away from us but when we went to pick her up she didn't want to leave because she was having so much fun.
Charles had a great time with Kassandras 6month puppy , They couldn’t have enough of eachother. ?
Wee trial stay for a longer stay later in the year. Freddie is often described as too much to handle but Kassandra had a clear immediate bond with him. She's obviously very intuitive with dogs and Freddie had lots of fun with her and Azura. We feel very relieved to have met her and our pup is looking forward to his next holiday with her.
Kassandra provided excellent care for our Weimeraner Flora and pointer Leah for 18 days. They were very well looked after with lots of exercise and attention to their needs and moods. She also provided extra training on her own initiative to overcome separation anxiety and be able to stay in the house for short periods. she has expertise in dog behaviour and also provides a 24 hour service with support so that they do not have to be left in the house. I recommend her attitude and expertise and feel the dogs will always be safe, secure and content with her.
About Kassandra C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a designated space for our canine houseguests to relax, however most of their time is spent with us in the main living space. If need be, we are able to crate them overnight, or they can sleep in the bedroom on our very comfortable doggy alcove. We also have a secure enclosed garden which the dogs have use of for any late night wee's, or if they can't handle longer walks for any reason (too young, in recovery, reactive, in season, etc.) and just need an outside space to enjoy.
Information Kassandra C. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any requirements, eg: dietary/medical requirements, allergies, toilet training, lead control, special/unique commands. If your dog needs a more secluded area for walks due to nerves or focus issues, I can easily accommodate this. Please also let me know if your dog suffers from separation anxiety, or has any unique quirks we should be aware of. It is paramount that your dog’s vaccinations are up to date. If your dog is showing any symptoms of kennel cough, or may have been exposed, please let me know. If you have a tracker for your dog, feel free to share their location data with me for the duration of their stay. I personally use Tractive for all of my pets, which offers both location and activity tracking, so I can definitely recommend them as a loyal customer. If it’s something you’d be interested in, feel free to ask me for my personal referral code to get 15% off any Tractive GPS tracker. The discount is automatically applied to your cart. I also regularly post to my own pet’s Instagram. If you are willing, I would like to include some photos of your pets on our feed, and can tag you if you give me your handle. Feel free to check out @KeiraPoeandCo and @MrPoeTheWeeBlackCat before you decide.
A typical day
I love to give your dog a breadth of fun and interesting experiences. Depending on their personality and training, we might do some woodland or beach walks, or wander up one of Edinburgh’s ‘seven hills’. We have a lot of ‘doggy friends’, so sometimes we meet up with them and go on big pack walks, which I’ve found most dogs really enjoy, and is very good for their socialisation. I bring my own dog and cat along on most of my wanders, including when I go into town, and they are regular fixtures in Stockbridge and the New Town - my canine guests are included in these high-stimulus adventures on a case-by-case basis (as not everyone is happy with so much going on around them). At home, things are much more relaxed as everyone is usually tuckered out from our big adventures. We play with everyone’s favourite toys, do some group activities, and make sure your dog has their own spot where they can feel safe and comfortable, and won’t be bothered by my own pets (this usually entails their own bed or crate, or one of our doggy blankets folded up if they don’t have one). If you’d like to get an idea of some of our adventures, have a peek at our Instagrams: @KeiraPoeandCo and @MrPoeTheWeeBlackCat
Services
Kassandra can watch in your home
Availability
I currently work from home, with time in the office as needed. As I have my own dogs, I am already well used to managing their needs around my work and responsibilities. We usually go for a short walk in the mornings before getting started, with a longer walk around lunchtime and/or in the evening depending on the time of year.
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About Kassandra C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a designated space for our canine houseguests to relax, however most of their time is spent with us in the main living space. If need be, we are able to crate them overnight, or they can sleep in the bedroom on our very comfortable doggy alcove. We also have a secure enclosed garden which the dogs have use of for any late night wee's, or if they can't handle longer walks for any reason (too young, in recovery, reactive, in season, etc.) and just need an outside space to enjoy.
Information Kassandra C. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any requirements, eg: dietary/medical requirements, allergies, toilet training, lead control, special/unique commands. If your dog needs a more secluded area for walks due to nerves or focus issues, I can easily accommodate this. Please also let me know if your dog suffers from separation anxiety, or has any unique quirks we should be aware of. It is paramount that your dog’s vaccinations are up to date. If your dog is showing any symptoms of kennel cough, or may have been exposed, please let me know. If you have a tracker for your dog, feel free to share their location data with me for the duration of their stay. I personally use Tractive for all of my pets, which offers both location and activity tracking, so I can definitely recommend them as a loyal customer. If it’s something you’d be interested in, feel free to ask me for my personal referral code to get 15% off any Tractive GPS tracker. The discount is automatically applied to your cart. I also regularly post to my own pet’s Instagram. If you are willing, I would like to include some photos of your pets on our feed, and can tag you if you give me your handle. Feel free to check out @KeiraPoeandCo and @MrPoeTheWeeBlackCat before you decide.
A typical day
I love to give your dog a breadth of fun and interesting experiences. Depending on their personality and training, we might do some woodland or beach walks, or wander up one of Edinburgh’s ‘seven hills’. We have a lot of ‘doggy friends’, so sometimes we meet up with them and go on big pack walks, which I’ve found most dogs really enjoy, and is very good for their socialisation. I bring my own dog and cat along on most of my wanders, including when I go into town, and they are regular fixtures in Stockbridge and the New Town - my canine guests are included in these high-stimulus adventures on a case-by-case basis (as not everyone is happy with so much going on around them). At home, things are much more relaxed as everyone is usually tuckered out from our big adventures. We play with everyone’s favourite toys, do some group activities, and make sure your dog has their own spot where they can feel safe and comfortable, and won’t be bothered by my own pets (this usually entails their own bed or crate, or one of our doggy blankets folded up if they don’t have one). If you’d like to get an idea of some of our adventures, have a peek at our Instagrams: @KeiraPoeandCo and @MrPoeTheWeeBlackCat
Location
Balerno, United Kingdom
Pets
Kassandra C.
Balerno