Rafael D.
Rawtenstall
Services
These prices are for 1 dog.Prices include all fees.
Rafael can host
Rafael can care for
Availability
If visiting your home, I'd need the times to work around school hours (unless of course it's the holidays), which would be after 8-9.15am for the morning, and 2.40-4pm for the afternoon. Anywhere between those times would work wonderfully during the week. If your dog is able to stay in my own home, the times don't apply.
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About Rafael D.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have to be picky about which dogs are able to stay in my own home because I have two young children (2 year old and 7 year old). I do have a fenced back garden where they can go for space/to do their business, and if allowed I may take them to the local cafe for a puppychino. (This is a cream drink with dog biscuits mixed in.) If they can tolerate children but not for too long I can seperate them to the back of the house (a small room, the kitchen, and constant access to the outside fenced back garden.) There's always someone in the kitchen so your furbaby wouldn't be alone! As for if I'm visiting your home, I'm more than happy to follow any instructions you leave out. Whether your dog comes to mine or I go to yours, please do tell me about any quirks, fears, what they like and what they don't so everyone has a happy time. In February I completed a dog first aid course, and have a canine first aid kit on hand just in case!
Home
Information Rafael D. would like to know about your pet
Please absolutely let me know if your furbaby has any special requirements or medical needs, this will ensure we have the best time together. Additionally, please tell me if there's anywhere they don't like to be touched / if they have any fears or quirks and how best to calm them in that situation.
A typical day
We can play fetch in the park, go for lots of walks and do some tricks with treats I have in my house as a reward (or if you prefer you can provide the treats if diet is an issue.)
Location
Rawtenstall, United Kingdom
Pets
Rafael D. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Friend to all creatures (including Tarantulas!)
Pet care experience
I've been around dogs longer than I can remember, but my official experience started at Bleakholt doing the volunteer dog walking before eventually dogsitting. My expertise of canines lies mainly in senior dog care and bigger breeds, but does not exclude younger or smaller dogs. I can administer oral medication, and apply lots of affection to those who want it. I have a fenced in back garden for those dogs able to stay with me, I absolutely love dogs and look forward to meeting your furbabies! All new dogs will require one night of boarding before staying for longer than three days.(Please ensure you have filled out the summary and added a picture of your furbabies before contacting me, thank you!)
Cat care experience
Rafael also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Rafael was great. Agreed to do a meet and greet beforehand, where she asked about Peppa's needs, and sent me lots of pictures and updates throughout. I've already booked in a second visit. Thank you very much.
Raf was absolutely fantastic with our two cats. She bonded with Miso almost immediately, while Suki was a little more cautious at first. Raf was so patient and never pushed her, and by the end of the first week she’d completely won Suki’s trust, which says a lot! Raf was originally booked for two separate house sits with a gap in between, but we had an unexpected emergency and couldn’t get home when planned. Despite already having a busy schedule, she went above and beyond by fitting in drop-in visits to make sure our girls were looked after until we made it home. We’re incredibly grateful for everything Raf did and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. Knowing our cats were so well cared for gave us one less thing to worry about during a very stressful time. Thank you, Raf!
We went to meet Rafael before Lola went to stay with her and had no scruples about entrusting our little dog with her. Rafael was very keen to know all about Lola’s routine and feeding. While we were away, Rafeal kept us up to date with our Lola with messages and photos everyday. When we picked her up after our holiday it was clear that Lola had been very carefully looked after, she met and got on well with Rafael’s children and pets. We would definitely be happy for Rafael to care Lola in the future.
Kody was very happy with Rafael D. and family and when i couldn’t pick him up on the Friday because the plane I was on had a bird strike and we had to return to the airport and couldn’t pick him up until till Saturday it wasn’t a problem.I also had daily reports and photos.
About Rafael D.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have to be picky about which dogs are able to stay in my own home because I have two young children (2 year old and 7 year old). I do have a fenced back garden where they can go for space/to do their business, and if allowed I may take them to the local cafe for a puppychino. (This is a cream drink with dog biscuits mixed in.) If they can tolerate children but not for too long I can seperate them to the back of the house (a small room, the kitchen, and constant access to the outside fenced back garden.) There's always someone in the kitchen so your furbaby wouldn't be alone! As for if I'm visiting your home, I'm more than happy to follow any instructions you leave out. Whether your dog comes to mine or I go to yours, please do tell me about any quirks, fears, what they like and what they don't so everyone has a happy time. In February I completed a dog first aid course, and have a canine first aid kit on hand just in case!
Home
Information Rafael D. would like to know about your pet
Please absolutely let me know if your furbaby has any special requirements or medical needs, this will ensure we have the best time together. Additionally, please tell me if there's anywhere they don't like to be touched / if they have any fears or quirks and how best to calm them in that situation.
A typical day
We can play fetch in the park, go for lots of walks and do some tricks with treats I have in my house as a reward (or if you prefer you can provide the treats if diet is an issue.)
Rafael D.
Rawtenstall