Simon W.
Simon W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
providing a home away from home for your dogs
I am a serving Military Working Dog handler, I lead an active life style and love being outside. I have worked with high drive dogs for over 6 years, abroad and in England sometimes deployed in austere conditions so fully understand the care and attention your dogs need and deserve.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Simon was fantastic with our Vizsla, Fig, who stayed with him for 10 days while we were on holiday. From the outset, he was friendly, professional, and clearly loves dogs, which gave us complete peace of mind. Fig had a brilliant time and came home happy, relaxed, and very well looked after. We were also pleasantly surprised that she seems to have come home even better behaved! We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Simon to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and experienced dog sitter. Thanks again, Simon.
Ben first met Simon when he was a puppy and l think he still remembers him after a year. Ben had a great time with staying and enjoyed other dogs company. He must have loved the attention and will definitely be going back.
Simon had our 2 dogs for a weekend and it was like a home from home for them! Both dogs were walked, fed and loved just like they would have been at home! We received lots of photos and updates of 2 very happy dogs!! Would definitely use Simon again, amazing pet sitter.
I picked up our Boston Terrier, Edie, today after an overnight stay with Simon, and it was another very positive experience. Once again, I found him to be highly responsible, professional, and kind. He was eager to learn about Edie's habits, likes, and dislikes, and nothing seemed to be too much trouble. I provided a list of her commands, routine, and little quirks, but I felt that even if I had forgotten something, he would easily handle whatever came up. Simon was also incredibly helpful when I accidentally left a couple of Edie's things behind, generously offering some of his own for her to use. When I collected Edie, she was bright and happy, and they had just been outside playing in the garden together. Additionally, his house and neighbourhood are very safe environments. I didn't worry about her getting into trouble inside because his home is so organised and tidy. The neighbourhood has plenty of green space for walks and feels like a close-knit community. I have already booked Edie in for another overnight stay with Simon. I expect it will go just as well, and I know Edie will be happy to see him again!
We had our first drop-in session with Simon today, and it was a very positive experience. I’ve only ever left our Boston Terrier, Edie, at a kennel because she can be a real handful; a novice would definitely struggle with her high energy and strong prey drive. However, Simon was an absolute expert in his interactions with her and handled her with ease. He was highly professional, eager to learn Edie's quirks, and more than happy to follow our specific routines. Beyond his responsibility, he’s been incredibly kind, patient, and understanding in all of our interactions. Edie thoroughly enjoyed their time together and was as happy as a clam when I collected her! I plan on leaving her with him again soon and I’m very pleased to have found him on Rover.
Booking Simon to look after our old-age choc lab, Millie, was a great decision. He came round prior and you could instantly see his affinity with dogs, which Millie tail-waggingly reciprocated. While we were away, we got regular updates and photos. Simon looked after her daily medicine needs, and the house was left in spotless condition. I can thoroughly recommend his services. We'll be using him again, that's for sure. Thanks, Simon!
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Schedule
I currently work full time, however this is only a 5 minute drive away from my home. I can return every 2 hours, expect lots of play and long walks that already fit into an active lifestyle.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced garden and secure gate and the local area provides great walking routes for social dogs or those that require a quieter route.
A typical day
Typically dogs will be left for up to a maximum of 2-3 hours. Have snuffle matts, kongs, wobble Kongs etc to keep them entertained while I’m not here! Can expect a good walk in the morning, toilet breaks throughout the day and a good evening walk!