Russell M.
Russell M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Retired Service Dog Handler
Hi, I’m Russ and as the headline says, I retired from the Police four years ago where I was a Police Dog Handler for almost 25 years during which I have trained and worked normal police dogs as well as drug and explosive search dogs. I have had my own dogs all my life and am happy to accommodate any breed. I have two boys aged 21 and 18 who live at home with me who also love dogs and enjoy different dogs company. I am always open and honest with people, it’s far easier that way. If you have specific requirements, just ask, I’m flexible and always accommodate when I can. Our home is open plan, dog- friendly, welcoming and very clean. Whilst your dog is with us it will be made to feel as welcome as possible, and part of our family, be it for an hour or a fortnight! I won’t accommodate loads of dogs at any one time just to make money as I far prefer giving quality time to one, two or three dogs so we all enjoy our time together. Far better and more enjoyable for them and me! Any questions or specific requests, just ask! I am flexible and happy to accommodate with regard to circumstances, details, times etc.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced rear garden that is secure with astroturf, smooth paving and gravel to suit your dogs natural needs! My large open conservatory is given over to just me and dogs, allowing access to the garden. I am very lucky that within a few minutes walk from my house I have parkland (less than 100 metres away), lakes, open fields and miles of public footpaths and I enjoy using all of them. In addition, I rent a local secure field in order for my houseguests to play, exercise and socialise.
Ratings and reviews
Russell was on time and I could go off for the day knowing that Nero was having a lovely day and adventures with a new friend. The house was left spot less and Nero had been fed when I came back. Thank you.
Friendly and helpful, went above and beyond and made us feel at ease with trusting him with our most prized possessions. His communication was clear. He respected our property and would love to use again.
We were a bit nervous to leave our dog to begin with as she usually stays with family whilst we are away however Russ put us at ease straight away. He did a couple of meet ups beforehand to get to know our dog and he took her out on a walk the day before we left so he wasn’t a stranger in our house. She was really well cared for and we received updates and pictures throughout our trip of the long fun walks they went on. I’m pretty sure she didn’t want us to return and would have happily had him as her new owner. Russ was really respectful of our house and left it clean and tidy. I would happily recommend him to anyone who needs a pet sitter!
Russell is friendly, reliable and more than anything great with dogs! He recently looked after our German Shep Cassius and he could not have hoped for a better dog sitter. He communicated well and was flexible and made the week feel very stress free. Cassius cannot wait for his next visit and we couldn’t recommend him highly enough 😊
Excellent service. Really happy.
It was our first time leaving our precious doggie Newt, and Russell was very kind by meeting us at our house ahead of the booking. Newt loved him instantly and it looks like they had a great time together while we were away. The communication was brilliant throughout, and our house was left absolutely spotless. All in all, it was a first class service!
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Schedule
At this time I only take on new house sitting bookings as I am so busy. 99% of my bookings are word of mouth and recommendations from customers, something that makes me extremely proud. I do take pride in what I do and as a result, I enjoy it immensely. I am willing to travel in order to assist and I enjoy meeting new dogs ( and their owners, just a little less…..😀)