Nicola Y.
Nicola Y.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Missing a canine companion!
I have been an animal lover and had an interest in animal welfare since I was a child. I support a number of animal charities, have been vegetarian for 30 years and owned dogs for 35 years. All of my dogs have been rescues/unwanted dogs who came to me for their forever home. My two elderley dogs have passed away over the last 2 years so I currently have no pets in the home. I do now own 2 horses which is a significant financial responsibility so have decided not to take on any more pets for the time being. I do miss having a dog around the house. I work from home full time and own some land which is perfect for exercising dogs so I do have a good lifestyle and environment for a canine companion!
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
My French bulldog Frank was very settled from the outset, especially as this was his first time away from any of our family. I highly recommend. Nicola thank you very much. Mike
Thanks Nicola, maggie seemed to come back from her stay very happy and she certainly looked like she'd made herself at home in the update photos
Nicola was absolutely fantastic with our dog. Highly recommended and will certainly be back!
Nicola was very nice and I was sent some videos and pictures during the stay to keep me updated. I would recommend her and will be using her again to mind Sam in the future.
My dog had a great stay, kept up to date with photos throughout his stay. Will definitely book again
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Schedule
I have my own business which I run from home full time. I also own a 4 acre secure paddock where I keep my horses. It is perfect for exercising active dogs who need a good run or for dogs who are best excercised away from other dogs.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a good sized secure garden and plenty of space within the home. I am usually home most of the day and evening. If i do need to go out its 2-3 hrs max. I use a reward based approach rather than disciplining dogs. I aim to provide a calm and engaging environment I only take one households dogs at a time so your dogs will get full attention and there is no need to worry about any incidents with other dogs in the house.
A typical day
A typical day really depends on the dog. As i work from home and only accept one households dogs at a time i can be flexible with routine. Whether it is two short walks a day or a dog with more energy who needs a good run on the field, the routine can be discussed upon booking.. We have a nature reserve at the bottom of the street which is perfect for dogs to enjoy a walk on a longer lead or off the lead if they have good recall