Matthew H.
Matthew H.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Lifetime pet owner, play time here!
Hi, I’m Matt. I’ve been surrounded by pets my entire life, and I can’t imagine life without caring for animals. From fish and hamsters to dogs and cats, looking after pets has always been a big part of who I am. Hiccup, my 2.5kg diva Yorkie, keeps me busy with daily walks, endless affection, and plenty of personality! She has full access to the couches and beds because, pets are family and I absolutely adore her. Over the years, I’ve cared for a wide range of breeds, including Jack Russells, Great Danes, Labradors, Scottish Terriers, and a lovely senior German Shepherd. I’m equally comfortable caring for cats too, whether that means litter tray cleaning, feeding routines, playtime, or simply giving them the calm attention and affection they need. I understand that every pet has their own personality, routine, and needs. If you provide me with a list of what makes your pet happy and comfortable, I’ll always do my very best to care for them with patience, attention, and genuine love.
Cat care experience
Matthew also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Highly recommend!! Matthew has great communication and sent me regular updates on how my dog was doing during her few nights stay at his lovely home. My anxious old dog settled right in and became friends with his sweet little dog Hiccup too
Matthew was totally competent and super easy-going. Great to have peace of mind
Brilliant, so calm and gentle. Maya feels completely at home with Matthew and Hiccup.
I've just picked my dog up from Mathew after her 5 night stay. It was my first time using Matthew and I totally would again. He was really patient with all my questions before booking. Communication was great while I was away, pictures, funny stories and even a video. All of this meant I didn't worry at all. I would absolutely recommend Matthew and his gorgeous wee dog to anyone. Thank you Matthew and Hiccup!!
Matthew was great with Marty. We know he can be a bit barky with new people and situations, but Matthew was unphased and knew how to keep him calm. From the photos it looked like Marty made himself very much at home and he was a happy boy when I collected him in the morning.
Calm and thoughtful. Maya was very well looked after. And communication was great.
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Schedule
Im currently in between Jobs and have plenty of time to spare .Pet care is already a natural part of my daily routine. Between walks, feeding schedules, playtime, and plenty of attention for my own dog, I’m used to planning my days around making pets feel happy, comfortable, and well cared for.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I currently live in a spacious open-plan two-bedroom flat in a pet-friendly neighbourhood, where many of our neighbour’s are pet owners themselves. We always consider boarding pets on a case by case basis , and recommend an introduction before final booking confirmation . I have my own car, so I’m able to travel easily around Edinburgh and nearby areas. I always appreciate receiving a detailed list of your pet’s routine, habits, and care requirements, as building trust and maintaining consistency is very important to me. My goal is to keep your pet’s routine and quality of life as normal and stress free as possible while you’re away. My service includes regular updates, photos, and honest communication throughout the sitting period, so you can feel reassured your pet is happy and well cared for. Whether it’s walks, feeding, playtime, cleaning, medication, or simply companionship, I’m happy to accommodate your pet’s individual needs with care and attention.
Pets
A typical day
My Location is within Edinburgh City Centre , with a large variety of walking trails and pet friendly parks within our neighborhood. I can provide a social walking experience with many dogs around our neighborhood or tranquil solitary strolls .
- 0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kgDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeMatthew can host up to 1 pet per night
- Please let me know about your pet’s personality, routines, medical needs, behaviors, or anything important I should watch for so I can provide the safest, most comfortable care possible.