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Philip R.

Colchester

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Dog loving father

Pet care experience

I grew up with my parents' many dogs and when my own kids grew up we always had dogs (large and small) in the house. One of my daughters is currently a dog trainer/walker. I love fresh air and exercise. All aspects of looking after dogs have been met over many years.

Reviews

CJ P.
Dog Boarding • Mar 05, 2024
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Outstanding support and care received by Philip for my Alaskan malamute who has recently had surgery to which she needed monitoring 24/7 over a weekend whilst I had work commitments. I contacted Philip at last minute due to not being able to get time off to support my dog over the weekend and Philip was more than happy to help which was amazing. He gave me updates regularly and sent me a video of her doing well considering the surgery she had just had. Cannot fault the care he gave and the reassurance that she was doing well whilst in his home. Will definitely keep Philip in mind should there come a time I need assistance with my dog again. Outstanding service and brilliant communication.

Sarah K.
Dog Boarding • Jan 14, 2024
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Phil and his lovely wife took great care of our labrador, Sparky. We had a meet and greet prior to boarding so we could all get to know each other and make sure it was the right fit. Phil is an experienced dog owner and he and his wife live in the quiet countryside, a perfect setting for your dogs holiday. We received regular photos and video updates on Sparky's welfare and messages describing the adventures he went on. Sparky almost didn't want to come home! He was clearly very relaxed whilst staying at Phil's home and made friends with other dogs and relatives over the weekend. I cannot recommend Phil and Liz enough! We will definitely be asking them to look after our boy again.

lee k.
Dog Boarding • Dec 30, 2023
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Phillip was amazing with Ben and Bella. He gave regular updates and videos of them too. Both of them were well looked after and given lots of cuddles. Also gave a little written log of their time with Phillip. Very reliable and very responsive on the app. I would have no problem recommending his services. We will be using him again for sure.

Hazel S.
Dog Boarding • Dec 17, 2023
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Phil was everything I could have asked for and more when leaving our 8 month old retriever, Jeff, for the first time. He put me at ease and he and his lovely family gave our pup not only excellent care for the day, but what looked like the time of his life! I received videos and photos, and where I'd normally have felt apprehensive with just about anybody else, I didn't worry once, knowing Jeff was in safe hands. Thank you so much to Phil and his family for such peace of mind and for taking such good care of him.

About Philip R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a long and enclosed garden which backs onto orchards and there are multiple country/wooded walks within walking distance. Transport is not a problem and my house is already dog friendly.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Philip R. would like to know about your pet

If dogs have any nervous issues, such as having been attacked by large dogs previously (or the other way around) or any current ailments or injuries which need consideration

A typical day

Play with them, talk to them, reassure them if they are a little homesick. There are always dogs nearby and on the local walks I always meet new and old dog walkers

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
£30per night
House Sitting
in your home
£30per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
£18per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
£24per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
£12per walk

Philip can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Philip can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

My current lifestyle does not allow me the ownership of a dog but my flexible part time work allows me the next best thing which is to share and look after other people's dogs

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 5 days ago
Philip can host up to 1 dogs per day
Doggy Day Care Cancellation Policy:

About Philip R.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a long and enclosed garden which backs onto orchards and there are multiple country/wooded walks within walking distance. Transport is not a problem and my house is already dog friendly.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Philip R. would like to know about your pet

If dogs have any nervous issues, such as having been attacked by large dogs previously (or the other way around) or any current ailments or injuries which need consideration

A typical day

Play with them, talk to them, reassure them if they are a little homesick. There are always dogs nearby and on the local walks I always meet new and old dog walkers

Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

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Philip R.

Colchester

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews