
safiya g.

safiya g.
Prices include all fees.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Calm, caring & reliable
I’ve loved and cared for animals for years, making sure they feel safe, settled and cared for, getting plenty of affection and play depending on their nature. I've had cats since early childhood, and grown up regularly looking after and walking my neighbours’ and friends' dogs, as well riding horses and looking after orphan lambs on a family farm. I’m comfortable with dogs at different stages of life, with different backgrounds or needs, including rescue dogs, former stray dogs and older dogs and puppies. I get that every animal is different. Some are confident and playful, others may be more anxious and nervous, and may need a little more space and patience. I’ve cared for animals who each have their own routines- different diets, ways of receiving affection, times to be walked, medications to be applied, and any other needs or quirks that I’m happy to learn about with your pet! I get how important it is to be observant and empathetic and take the time to know what makes each pet comfortable.
Cat care experience

safiya also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I understand the trust involved in letting someone into your home and with your beloved pets! I’m reliable and communicative, and happy to send updates if that gives you peace of mind, but can also respect your preferences if you’d rather fewer messages. I also know there’s no such thing as a “perfect” home. Every household has its own routines and way of doing things. I’m comfortable adapting to what works for you and your pet. I’m non-judgemental, respectful of people’s homes and happy to fit into the rhythm of the household.
Ratings and reviews
I am delighted to recommend Safiya! She recently looked after my two dogs and home for two nights; she was brilliant in every regard and I will definitely book her services again. It was a relief to know someone with such a calming and positive energy was in my home with them. The main things I always look in a sitter are responsibility, compassion for animals and a peaceful attitude, and I'm very pleased to report that Safiya ticked every box! My dogs are both former street dogs and a bit older, with a few behavioural quirks and a couple of medical issues that need some extra TLC. Safiya made sure they had plenty of company and attention, followed their diets, and gave their medicines and cream. Safiya sent updates as agreed and touched base to make sure I was on track for my ETA before leaving in the morning, which I really appreciated. I was very happy with how she left the house and I came home to equally happy doggies! I have to say a big thank you to Safiya for helping me out at short notice and allowing me to dance the night away with the peace of mind that she was there taking care of everything (not every sitter has made me feel this secure!) I will look forward to next time!
Safi has been nothing short of amazing with our Hugo over the years. She’s gained his trust patiently, and now he gets so excited whenever she comes around. That’s been so important to us, feeling like we can leave Hugo for as long as we need to and know that he’ll be comfortable and safe, it’s been a game changer! Thank you Safi, anyone would be lucky to trust you with their pets! :)
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Schedule
I am flexible and happy to work around your pets and your own routines. As I do remote free-lance work, and volunteer at a school just once a week, I am very available for pet sitting, both day and night. Walks, playtime and their usual routines will be the focus of my day- your pet will get lots of company and attention!
- Cats0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kg18 to 45 kgover 45 kgsafiya can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- These prices are for 1 dog.
Prices include all fees.
House Sittingin your home£27per nightDrop-In Visitsvisits in your home£12per visitDog Walkingin your neighborhood£13per walk
Prices include all fees.
