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Rachel H.

Rugeley

4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Rachel can host

0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg

Rachel can care for

Cats
0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
over 45 kg

Availability

At the moment I have just had a baby, so I am not working which means that my schedule is very flexible and I can usually take bookings with very short notice, sometimes same day. I do tend to bring my baby with me but can sometimes get childcare for a little while although I try to avoid relying on family like this. My baby goes in a carrier on my chest whilst I’m walking dogs, or for pet visits he can stay in his car seat beside me. However, visits that are later on in the evening and most weekends, my partner is home so I won’t have our baby with me. It just depends on timings so please let me know if you’re happy with this.

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About Rachel H.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have my own disabled dog so I’m comfortable with caring for pets with all kinds of needs. My boy is allowed on our beds, settees etc but if I’m looking after a pet, I stick to their rules at home so if they’re allowed up at home, they are with me but if they’re not, rules are the same here. I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes and I’m comfortable with anything from tiny puppies up to big Great Danes, German Shepherds and any types of Bully breeds! I can’t have many dogs stay with me as my boy is scared of other dogs so it wouldn’t be fair on him and I’m not going to disrupt his routine. I am happy to board smaller caged pets but can’t have cats at my house as my partner is allergic and dogs are difficult with my disabled dog.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rachel H. would like to know about your pet

I try to keep pets in their usual routine that they’d have with their owners, so please let me know what that is and I’ll do my best to keep things the same for them. I’m happy to feed any type of food (raw included!) and administer medication where needed, any specific requirements then just make me aware and I am happy to accommodate them. Happy to deal with any allergies, supplements etc as well.

A typical day

I believe that not only physical exercise, but mental enrichment is key to a dog’s happiness! I love to mix up the walks so that some days we will practice training, other days will be a ‘sniffari’ walk as I like to call them, where the dog can focus on sniffing different scents rather than covering distance as that’s great mental stimulation for them. I also love to play games and bring toys on walks for them to play with. Treats are always given as rewards for recall etc (as long as approved by owner - I will always ask first!). If they’re friendly with other dogs, I love to let them meet and play in a controlled way, but I have a reactive dog myself so I’m also experienced with making walks fun for dogs that don’t have play friends.

Location

Rugeley, United Kingdom

Rachel H.'s Neighborhood

Facebook Page - Rach’s Walkies & Pet Care ❤️

Pet care experience

My experience with dogs is certainly not limited! I’ve been around them my whole life and now my partner and I have our disabled Cocker Spaniel whom we rescued when he was 2, almost 5 years ago now! I am Canine and Feline First Aid qualified as well as Canine Behaviour and Training, Canine and Feline Nutrition and have basic experience with grooming so always happy to offer advice. I completed my Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management to a very high grade (Distinction Star, Distinction, Distinction) ❤️ I have also worked as a pet sitter, dog walker and dog behaviourist/trainer so I am experienced in the industry. I’ve cared for puppies/dogs from a few days old, all the way until their last few months as a golden oldie. I have also cared for/rescued almost every type of common pet animal from birds, reptiles, inverts, amphibians, rodents, small mammals, fish and of course dogs and cats. I do also have a lot of experience with horses and farm animals, including basic riding skills.

Cat care experience

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I grew up with 7 rescue cats 🥰

Rachel also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Carla I.
Boarding • Jun 25, 2025
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Rachel was fantastic. Kept us up to date with regular pictures and updates on what Bruno had been doing and how he slept. Rachel and her family are lovely and treated him as their own having only one dog at a time means he had all the attention. I highly recommend Rachel and her family our dog won’t be going anywhere else except Rachel again. Thank you so much he didn’t want to come home !

Jessica M.
Boarding • Apr 28, 2025
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Rachel was amazing. She was able to provide last minute boarding for our puppy. He was given a home from home and cared for like he was her own. We can’t thank Rachel enough for enabling us to enjoy our wedding day without worry. We will definitely use Rachel’s services again for both of our dogs!

Pippa N.
Doggy Day Care • Apr 22, 2025
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Rachel looked after my corgi at short notice and could not have been more professional. My dog came back happy and well cared for!

Anne M.
Boarding • Apr 07, 2025
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Wonderful experience with Rachel, I was kept up to date regularly with photos and information. Rolo was obviously treated like a member of the family. Highly recommend! Thank you. x

About Rachel H.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have my own disabled dog so I’m comfortable with caring for pets with all kinds of needs. My boy is allowed on our beds, settees etc but if I’m looking after a pet, I stick to their rules at home so if they’re allowed up at home, they are with me but if they’re not, rules are the same here. I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes and I’m comfortable with anything from tiny puppies up to big Great Danes, German Shepherds and any types of Bully breeds! I can’t have many dogs stay with me as my boy is scared of other dogs so it wouldn’t be fair on him and I’m not going to disrupt his routine. I am happy to board smaller caged pets but can’t have cats at my house as my partner is allergic and dogs are difficult with my disabled dog.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Rachel H. would like to know about your pet

I try to keep pets in their usual routine that they’d have with their owners, so please let me know what that is and I’ll do my best to keep things the same for them. I’m happy to feed any type of food (raw included!) and administer medication where needed, any specific requirements then just make me aware and I am happy to accommodate them. Happy to deal with any allergies, supplements etc as well.

A typical day

I believe that not only physical exercise, but mental enrichment is key to a dog’s happiness! I love to mix up the walks so that some days we will practice training, other days will be a ‘sniffari’ walk as I like to call them, where the dog can focus on sniffing different scents rather than covering distance as that’s great mental stimulation for them. I also love to play games and bring toys on walks for them to play with. Treats are always given as rewards for recall etc (as long as approved by owner - I will always ask first!). If they’re friendly with other dogs, I love to let them meet and play in a controlled way, but I have a reactive dog myself so I’m also experienced with making walks fun for dogs that don’t have play friends.

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Rachel H.

Rugeley

4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews