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Simon D.

Belfast

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Simon can host

0 to 7 kg
7 to 18 kg
18 to 45 kg
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I am currently hybrid working so would be able to sit with your dogs on days I'm working from home. At the moment this is only weekends mainly but feel free to message to enquire about other days/dates. Also, I am happy to care for two dogs from the same household at the same time.

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About Simon D.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in and gated back yard with plenty of room for dogs to run around. Dogs will be given the run of my house if permitted by their owners. Basically, any dog that stays with me will be allowed to do what Chester was allowed to do. I kept him inside, just using the yard for play time and toilet breaks

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Simon D. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special requirements or behaviours I can account for. I would prefer to look after dogs that were similar to Chester - labs, collies, spaniels, doodles, lurchers - but am not restricted to this, it's just what I'm most used to. I am happy to, and have, looked after both large and small dogs in my home too. Please scroll though the photos to get an idea of the variety of breeds I have had stay with me so far. It has been quite a fun mix.

A typical day

I enjoy playing with dogs and taking them on walks several times a day. I am beside a greenway and several parks so plenty of places to have fun exploring. I have plenty of dog toys as well.

Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Simon D.'s Neighborhood

I'll care for your dog/s like my own

Pet care experience

I cared for my dog Chester for 17 wonderful years, from when he was a puppy right through to old age. Chester was always put first, his needs before my own to make sure he had a happy life. Any dogs visiting my home will be cared for the same way Chester was.

Reviews

Jane H.
Boarding • May 19, 2026
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This was the first time I left Kiko with anyone other than family or friends and I needn't have been worried. He had a wonderful time with Simon and was a very happy boy whenever I arrived to collect him. Simon kept me up to date each day with how he was getting on which really let me enjoy my holiday. I will most definitely be booking Kiko in again with Simon in the future whenever I am on holidays/have to travel with work.

Jane L.
Boarding • May 07, 2026
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Lexie stayed one night with Simon and she’ll definitely be back! She was taken on lots of varied walks during her stay. Simon was very accommodating to her needs and gave good pupdates.

Catherine P.
Boarding • Mar 19, 2026
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Simon was great looking after Maddy - a home from home for her!

Orlagh M.
Boarding • Mar 01, 2026
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Coundnt recommended Simon enough Calm and cool guy Oscar had the best time with him Daily updates and pictures Would definitely use Simon again Thank you

About Simon D.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in and gated back yard with plenty of room for dogs to run around. Dogs will be given the run of my house if permitted by their owners. Basically, any dog that stays with me will be allowed to do what Chester was allowed to do. I kept him inside, just using the yard for play time and toilet breaks

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Simon D. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special requirements or behaviours I can account for. I would prefer to look after dogs that were similar to Chester - labs, collies, spaniels, doodles, lurchers - but am not restricted to this, it's just what I'm most used to. I am happy to, and have, looked after both large and small dogs in my home too. Please scroll though the photos to get an idea of the variety of breeds I have had stay with me so far. It has been quite a fun mix.

A typical day

I enjoy playing with dogs and taking them on walks several times a day. I am beside a greenway and several parks so plenty of places to have fun exploring. I have plenty of dog toys as well.

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Simon D.

Belfast

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews