Richard C.
Richard C.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Super fun, calm dog handler. Acres to play in!
Years of experience boarding dogs. Been a dog lover since I was old enough to beg for one as a kid! Never looked back. I live in a large house on an acre of land down a private road with fields and the Thames surrounding. Very well versed in dog behaviour and feel I command a confident and safe attitude when handling dogs.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Reliable and safe dog walker. Our dog always has the best time out with Richard and clearly loves him. Couldn’t recommend enough!
Richard has been a fabulous dog sitter and walker for our cocker spaniel for the past couple of months. Our dog gets so excited to see him and clearly has the best time when he goes out with Richard. He has been flexible with rescheduling on the occasion our dog was sick, and I always feel reassured knowing he’s with Richard and will be well looked after. I also always get some photos of the day which is much appreciated to know everything is going smoothly. Thank you so much, we’ll definitely be booking regularly :)
Summer and Minnie had another fun stay with Richard and co. Richard provides a top quality serviceand caters to the individual needs of all the dogs in his care. I can truly relax knowing that my girls are having the time of their lives and enjoying the company of the lucky dogs who
Willow was well looked after while on “holiday” for the week with Richard. He sent lots of photos & updates & she honestly looked like she was having the best time. I would highly recommend him if you’re looking for someone to look after your doggie while away. We will definitely be leaving Willow with him again. Thank you Richard 🤩
Richard helped us out at very short notice, with a drop-in visit to feed and let out our two cocker spaniels. He is very professional, quick to respond and took great photos of the dogs so we could see they were happy. Thank you!
Richard was amazing , Bronnie loved him and had the best time playing with the other dogs , in and out of the paddling pool . Richard was so on it and was brilliant with her , so grateful to him for looking after her so well .
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Schedule
I have a very easy work from home schedule so am around for the doggos all day everyday. I also have a support network close by in case of emergencies etc.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced acre of land down a quiet private road with the Thames and fields nearby. I have a super happy friendly Australian shepherd that’s wonderful with all types of dog. I will always adhere to rules set by the owner with regards to risk off lead etc. Every dog is precious and safety is of the utmost importance. Dogs have the run of the house, happy to sleep upstairs or downstairs, whichever the owner prefers.
Pets
A typical day
Up early for a decent walk around the meads (depending on the dog being walked it’ll be around 5Km-8km), feed the ducks and make some new dog friends. Usually back before 8 for breakfast and naps. Around midday we’ll attempt some agility play in the garden with a little training thrown in. Depending on energy levels will go for a medium/long walk along the river to work up an appetite for din dins. Naptime again + great British bake off in the evening then Bed
- 0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kg18 to 45 kgover 45 kgNo females in heatRichard can host up to 5 pets per night
- To provide the best care possible, I'd love to know a few things ahead of time: • Daily routine - Feeding times, walk schedule, and sleep habits • Personality - Are they shy, playful, energetic, or laid-back? • Triggers or fears - Loud noises, other dogs, certain environments? • Training & commands - What cues do they know and respond to? • Health needs - Medications, allergies, or anything I should watch for • Social preferences - How do they do around other pets or people? The more I know, the more I can make your dog feel right at home, safe, and happy.