Tina R.
Tina R.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Home based worker with a comfy sofa
Missing a friendly fluffy to stroke, I had a wonderful working cocker spaniel for 13 years the house is kinda empty without her! I work from home part time so around pretty much all day. 2 dog savvy teens, large enclosed garden. Love beach walks and sometimes also work from the beach hut in the summer - fortunately on a dog friendly beach! I’m new here despite my many years of caring for my own, fostering recently and ad-hoc holiday cover for friends and family - my rates are low to prove my worth and I also know how ridiculously expensive boarding is!! It shouldn’t be.. I love meeting new dogs, getting to know them and having cuddles (if they let me)! I will only take one dog at a time (unless from the same household and known to each other). I want to ensure the dogs that do stay with me settle well and get my undivided attention, and hopefully return again and again - treating my house as their holiday home.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
I can't speak highly enough of Tina. She jumped in very last minute when I was let down by a friend with cover for Angus. Tina was quick to respond and was super accommodating. Communication throughout was brilliant and Angus loved his time there with Tina and her two boys... maybe a bit too much as he didn't want to leave when I went to pick him up! I would highly recommend Tina.
Tina R. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.
It's safe to say Wilbur had an amazing time staying with Tina! He's come home after three nights thoroughly spoilt and absolutely knackered 😀 I couldn't recommend Tina enough and I'll definitely be contacting her again next time we're away.
As soon as I met Tina I could tell that she understood the very individual needs of dogs. So when China had her first sleepover I had no qualms about leaving her. We had regular updates from Tina about how China had settled in - quickly establishing herself as top dog in the family! China was relaxed and happy when we picked her up, and it sounded as if she’d had a better time than we did! I would not hesitate to recommend Tina for any kind of doggie care/boarding.
Can’t recommend Tina and her family enough! Percy had such a fulfilled and fun week, doing a variety of walks and having lots of attention. Tina updated us daily with pictures and what they had done that day which was lovely to hear. Trusted Tina instantly when I met her before leaving Percy for the week and Percy was at home straight away. Won’t hesitate to use Tina again! Thank you so much for giving Percy the best week, he’s going to be very bored with us and can tell he misses you already x
Just wonderful! Will be booking with Tina again :)
Calendar and availability
Schedule
Being a flexible remote worker whatever works best for the dog is fine with me. Morning walks 45-60 minutes and plenty of fun and games in the enclosed garden during the day. Sunset walk either down the farm track or beach - which suits best. Each dog is different, my aim is to accommodate their needs and make them happy and also ensure their family know they are being well cared for so they can relax and enjoy their time away.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a lovely large back garden with 6ft fencing all round. Very secure and all grass. Ideal for daytime toilet breaks and some outdoor ball games. My teenage sons love a good game of tug and we have many toys available. Both boys are dog savvy teens and thoroughly enjoy meeting all these wonderful characters-you are helping us heal which is massively appreciated.
A typical day
I’m an early riser, tend to get up and out by 8am for a walk. Normally down along the prom/beach for an hour before I sit down at my laptop. I often work from the beach hut in the summer - our beloved Daisy used to love a good snooze on the cushioned bench inside the hut with the radio on for a bit of background noise. Peaceful way to spend the day. If the weather is too hot obviously I keep home in the cool. I also offer daily drop in visits for dogs/cats in your home if that suits your pet.
- 0 to 7 kg7 to 18 kg18 to 45 kgover 45 kgNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeTina can host up to 1 dog per day
- Please let me know your dogs likes/dislikes. I have fostered many dogs and managed all sorts of behavioural issues. Better to know what works well from the get go. I will arrange and walk and talk meet up initially if possible, dogs boarding will also be given the opportunity to have a pre-visit to my home before they stay. There will only ever be one dog in the house at a time and I like to clean up dog hair and deodorise each time to ensure every dog feels comfortable.