verity J.
verity J.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Here to help care for your furry family members
I’m a lifelong dog lover! My family has always had dogs, and for the past 5 years, I’ve had my own furry companion: Piper, a White GSD, who’s been with me since she was 8 weeks old. I’ve also cared for friends’ and family dogs of all shapes and sizes, from tiny Chihuahuas to Great Danes. I’m happy to cater walks of different lengths, for groups or individuals, on- or off-lead, and can offer pick-up and drop-off. Our favorite walking spots include Penshurst, Haysden Country Park, and Ashdown Forest. I also enjoy caring for and walking puppies under 1 year old. My shift-based work schedule is flexible. Saturdays to Mondays are best for sitting, while weekdays work best for walks before or after office hours or in short 1-hour windows. With a little notice, I’m happy to accommodate other times too. I truly love dogs of all personalities—needy, naughty, or nice! Piper usually comes along on walks, but she’s happy to wait if your pet prefers one-on-one attention. Drop-in visits and walks always include plenty of playtime, snuggles, and potty breaks, and no pet is ever left alone for more than 2–4 hours at a time.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
verity J. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.
Verity takes very good care of our pup, incorporating him in her activities! Rupert always leaves with a waggy tail and we will definitely be using Verity again!
Verity looked after Lenny, my 4 year old high energy ball obsessed Labrador exceptionally well and I’m very grateful She kept him safe in the heat and entertained him for hours so I could attend a family party. Thank you so much!
Verity looked after our puppy, Holly, twice this week and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the start, she was incredibly friendly, approachable, and easy to communicate with - always responding quickly and making everything feel very straightforward and reassuring. She kindly arranged to meet us and Holly beforehand, which gave us the opportunity to see where Holly would be staying and helped us feel really comfortable and confident leaving her in Verity’s care. It was clear straight away that she is very knowledgeable and experienced with dogs, which made a huge difference for us as puppy owners. Throughout the day, Verity kept us updated regularly on the Rover app with messages and lovely photos, which we really appreciated. We could clearly see that Holly was happy, relaxed, and enjoying herself, and it gave us real peace of mind knowing she was being so well looked after. We felt completely secure leaving Holly with Verity and will definitely be using her again going forward. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and trustworthy dog sitter.
Verity took excellent care of our 3 month old golden retriever - which isn't always the easiest of tasks! She sent lots of lovely updates, and struck up a great bond with him in a short time! Will definitely be re-booking her services moving forwards.
I was very pleased to leave Lily in Verity's caring hands. I felt very confident that Lily would be well looked after and that is a great feeling when you leave your dog. I returned some hours later and it was great to see Lily and Verity playing in the garden. Thank you so much Verity for giving Lily such a positive experience away from home.
Calendar and availability
Schedule
Pet care fits seamlessly into my routine thanks to my flexible schedule. I work remotely and as an on-call firefighter, allowing me to provide walks, playtime, meals, enrichment, and companionship throughout the day. Pets staying with me are fully supervised and can enjoy multiple walks, garden time, and cuddles as needed. I can easily accommodate different feeding routines, exercise needs, or any medication requirements, ensuring each pet receives attentive care and plenty of stimulation while in my home.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Pets are welcome to stay in my home, where they’ll be cared for in a calm, safe, and comfortable environment. I have a fully fenced garden and access to a variety of local green spaces for regular walks. I also have a car, allowing safe transport to different walking locations if agreed. If a pet needs to be the only animal in the home, this can be accommodated. I follow each pet’s usual routine as closely as possible, including feeding, exercise, rest, playtime, and any medication requirements. Pets receive plenty of supervision and companionship, and their wellbeing is closely monitored. Regular updates and photos are provided so owners feel reassured throughout their pet’s stay.
Pets
A typical day
I tailor activities to each pet’s individual needs and preferences. This can include multiple daily walks, playtime in the garden, ball games, toys, enrichment activities, and scent or puzzle games. I’m also happy to practise basic training or reinforce routines if helpful. Pets who enjoy affection will get plenty of cuddles and calm interaction, while more independent or lower-energy pets are given space and downtime. I’m flexible and always happy to accommodate whatever a pet needs to feel happy, stimulated, and settled.