Katie G.
Mellor
Animals are better than people! 😁
Pet care experience
I have a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horse Management from Myerscough college and worked for World Horse Welfare for 7 years. I own 1 horse and 2 Shetlands ponies, they are the loves of my life but unfortunately I can’t have my own dog due to having a family cat who would pack his bags and leave if we brought a dog home! I have been around animals all my life, I started riding at the age of 7 and have had my own horse for 11 years! I worked at World Horse Welfare for 7 years and it was the best experience of my life, caring for the horses and seeing them off to new homes. I have been surrounded by dogs through work and friends, having cared for friends dogs whilst they have been on holiday and taken them for walks when they couldn’t. I now have experience in dog walking, drop in visits and house sitting through Rover ☺️
Reviews
Thank you Katie another excellent visit 😊👍
Katie was delightful, the dogs took to her immediately. She was punctual and sent update photos. All this meant that we were able to enjoy a celebratory family meal for a 90th birthday. I have no hesitation in recommending her.
Katie did a brilliant job with our clan while we were away. The dogs were totally relaxed with her from the start and she kept us updated each day. I would highly reccomend her, a delightful young lady and she knows her stuff when looking after your fur babies!
As usual Katie is perfect we really appreciate her coming to spend time with Loki 😊
About Katie G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have taken care of a variety of dogs, sticking to routines and respecting anything the owners wanted/didn’t want doing with their dog i.e one dog had arthritis and went lame if he got the zoomies, so I couldn’t let him off the lead/become too excitable so he didn’t do himself an injury. Another needed medication administering for a lameness 3 times a day.
Information Katie G. would like to know about your pet
Any details I need about the dog will be discussed in the initial meet and greet/ walk. This usually means information like how long walks need to be, what is abnormal/normal behaviour for the dog etc.
A typical day
I have plenty of local walks along public footpaths, along rivers and also like to go further afield. I have 3 horses which normally take up my afternoons so I am available in the mornings. I work at a wine bar Friday, Saturday and Sunday every week but with enough notice I can book days off or request shorter hours if needed for dog sitting.
Services
Katie can watch in your home
Availability
Currently available most weekdays for long or short walks. I often enjoy going to the Lake District and would take a dog to accompany me. I also go on local walks which are less taxing for older dogs/dogs with injuries etc.
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About Katie G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have taken care of a variety of dogs, sticking to routines and respecting anything the owners wanted/didn’t want doing with their dog i.e one dog had arthritis and went lame if he got the zoomies, so I couldn’t let him off the lead/become too excitable so he didn’t do himself an injury. Another needed medication administering for a lameness 3 times a day.
Information Katie G. would like to know about your pet
Any details I need about the dog will be discussed in the initial meet and greet/ walk. This usually means information like how long walks need to be, what is abnormal/normal behaviour for the dog etc.
A typical day
I have plenty of local walks along public footpaths, along rivers and also like to go further afield. I have 3 horses which normally take up my afternoons so I am available in the mornings. I work at a wine bar Friday, Saturday and Sunday every week but with enough notice I can book days off or request shorter hours if needed for dog sitting.
Location
Mellor, United Kingdom
Katie G.
Mellor