5.0

Animals have always been at the heart of my life. I’ve grown up with cats and have always been a “go-to” for friends needing a trusted hand with their pets. For nearly a year I regularly walked a friend’s dog while she was at the office, which sparked my love for dog walking — the joy of being outdoors and the companionship of dogs quickly became something I cherished. Two years ago, I adopted Olive, my now 2-year-old dachshund, and she has completely transformed my life. Abandoned at just 9 weeks old, Olive had a tough start, but together we built a deep, unbreakable bond. She’s the reason I even chose my current home, with a huge garden and nature right on the doorstep. She’s my little soul mate, and I’ve poured so much love, patience and care into giving her the happiest life possible. I’m also a proud cat mum to Rosie — my sassy, hilarious feline queen. Abandoned as a kitten and hand-reared, she’s had her own battles (from a broken ankle to stress-induced cystitis), but she’s full of love and character. Living with both Olive and Rosie has given me first-hand experience of caring for animals with different personalities, quirks and needs. I’m a true animal lover through and through — I don’t eat meat, and I’ll go out of my way to help any animal in need. Over the years I’ve rescued everything from bats and toads to lost dogs and even ensured a deceased cat made it safely to a vet so their owners wouldn’t be left wondering. Whether it’s spending hours searching for a missing dog, stopping traffic to save one from danger, or simply providing everyday love and care, I treat every animal as if they were my own.