Pet Sitting Abbotswood

About: I have grown up around many animals all my life. I am very compassionate to care for them and to meet their needs. Since moving out of the family home, I have my own cat, Benji, who is very energetic, mischievous, I adore coming home to seeing him. During my time living in my family home, I had numerous cats and 1 dog, who was a puppy when we brought him, he is a dalmadoodle. I enjoyed training him with my parents. I am a swimming teacher working predominantly with babies and toddlers between the hours of 10-12 and 3:30-5, and have a lot of time during the day to play with your animals, give them walks and give them the best life. I will care for pets in their home by being there for them when they would like to play, go for a walk or go to the toilet and food times! I will care for them like they are my own pet.

“Emily was fantastic, and took excellent care of my young lab Benji, who enjoyed himself very much by all accounts! Really professional, clearly enjoys what she does, and would highly recommend”

George H.

“Tanya was so kind in rearranging some things so she could accommodate the last minute booking for which I am very thankful. Unfortunately at the very last minute my husband was going to be at home so Thomas would not need company although Tanya would have been most welcome! Thomas has met Tanya and is very comfortable with her I would have no hesitation in rebooking. Huge thanks Tanya x”

J D.

About: I’ve taken care of lots of dogs since a young age including lots of rescues so have experience with dogs with all different characters including very anxious dogs. When caring for pets in their own home, I maintain their regular feeding, walking and play schedules. I keep the home tidy, give regular updates to the owner, and make sure the pet feels comfortable and stress-free while their family is away. I treat each pet as my own - with love, patience and care. I’m currently working however have 4 days off at a time and will be able to help out on days I am working to with my early finishes and later starts I don’t have any space at my home for any hoarders unfortunately however am happy to look after not only the dog but the environment it is in at the time I am looking after it

“Eirian was very friendly, professional and she listened to every instructions I gave her for my dog Pixel. He is reactive to the doorbell, can be agressive when I receive guests and she was great. We did some exercises with the doorbell, I invited her in the house a few times and Pixel’s reactivity really improved.”

Roxane D.

About: Hi, I’m Liberty! Animals have been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started helping at local horse yards from the age of 12 and was dog walking and pet sitting by 18. I’ve owned dogs and horses for many years, including my two rescue Samoyeds, so I understand that every dog is different. I’m currently training towards my Level 3 City & Guilds Diploma in Dog Grooming, alongside building The Grooming Stable. My aim is to provide calm, personalised, one-to-one care where every dog is treated as if they were my own. I’m fully DBS checked, insured and canine first aid trained. Whether your dog enjoys long woodland walks, needs a slower-paced stroll, or simply benefits from familiar, consistent care, I’ll tailor every walk to suit their individual needs. I’d love to become someone both you and your dog can trust for years to come. Pet care is my priority, and I work flexibly to meet the needs of both you and your dog. I offer dog walking, puppy visits, pop ins and bespoke daycare throughout the week, with availability varying by day. Every booking is planned to ensure your dog receives plenty of time, attention and care, rather than being rushed between appointments. If you’re looking for regular ongoing support or occasional help, I’d love to chat about how I can help. Your dog’s safety, happiness and wellbeing will always come first. I’m fully DBS checked, insured and canine first aid trained. I’ll always follow your routine as closely as possible, whether that’s feeding, medication, training, enrichment or simply providing companionship. I believe in calm, positive handling and treating every dog as if they were my own. Before any regular bookings, I also offer a free meet and greet so we can get to know each other and make sure everyone feels comfortable.

“Was away for a weekend and Jamie took great care of my 2 cats. They seemed totally at ease and comfortable when I got back. No issues whatsoever. I'd asked if he could come by once a day for feeding, play and litter tray and that was all managed well. Would definitely ask him to cat sit for me again in the future. ”

Nigel M.

“It gives us such peace of mind to know that Pedro will be absolutely fine with Caroline visiting him when we have to leave him alone. She inspires confidence and Pedro is very comfortable with her.”

Julia A.

About: I live with my husband in a lovely village not far from Romsey in Hampshire. We travel quite a lot over the winter months, but when we are at home during the summer, we enjoy having dogs come to stay for a holiday. Short stays are possible from October to March (check for availability) and longer stays from April to September. I can also occasionally offer drop-in visits and dog walks to suit. We enjoy outdoor living, especially countryside walks in our lovely Test Valley area, as well as trips to the beach, local gardens and National Trust properties. I have a couple of volunteering roles, one with a local charity and I help them out one afternoon a week. The other role I have is as a holiday cover volunteer with Hearing Dogs for Deaf People so we sometimes have young dogs in training coming to stay for the odd weekend or longer. I can be available for dog care 7 days a week. Our family home has plenty of room and we have a spacious, fully enclosed garden, which backs onto woodland. We live in a very dog-friendly neighbourhood. I am able to fit pet care into my usual daily routine. We are both based at home so when dogs come to stay they have lots of attention. My current voluntary commitments are flexible. Your dog/s will enjoy staying in our home and love running around our fully enclosed garden. They can sleep wherever suits - upstairs, downstairs or in a crate.

“Eliza was fantastic looking after Lily while we were away. She was reliable, caring and kept us updated with messages and photos during each visit, which gave us great peace of mind. Lily was happy, relaxed and well looked after when we returned. We would happily book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy cat sitter. Thank you so much, Eliza”

Htet Yu Y.

About: Although I'm new to professional dog walking, I've spent years caring for family pets. I'm comfortable walking, feeding, playing with, and looking after dogs, and I understand the importance of patience, consistency, and keeping dogs safe. I'm reliable, active, and committed to treating every dog as if they were my own. I am available for dog walking throughout the week between 0900 - 1500. My hours can be flexible, just send me a message to let me know what works for you. Your dog’s safety and happiness will always be my priority. I’m a responsible, caring and attentive person and will take the time to understand your dog’s personality, routine and individual needs. I’ll always follow your instructions and keep you updated throughout their time with me.

“Hilary really bonded with my cat. I could tell from the several daily photos she sent while I was away. I really felt that she cared about my pet and that my cat was in safe hands. I will definitely be asking Hilary to look after her in the future.”

Charlotte W.

About: Genuinely care about looking after animals and will take care of them to the best of my ability. Have a lot of fun experience caring for animals Work from home Meaning I can be very flexible with dog sitting and being able to care for your fluffy friends needs Have dealt with challenging behaviour in the past I work as a nurse and I have a full DBS check available on request alongside many references if needed for previous dog sitting that I have done

About: I’ve looked after dogs ever since I was 12, with a variety of puppy training, dog walking and pet sitting. Unfortunately I don’t have a pet myself yet, but have been raised around dogs all my life. I’m used to crate training, and have experience with puppies, gun dogs, spaniels and rescues. I love nothing more than finding out the personalities of dogs and looking after them. I’m available for toilet breaks, walking and sitting when required. As much notice as possible would be great, but I will do my best to make more short-notice requests too I will make sure that your dog isn’t out in the garden without being watched (just in case), and will always be vigilant of any potential dangers. We have a small garden so it will be very easy to keep an eye on your furry friend

“Charlotte did 2 drop in's on a Sunday. She was punctual, great at communication and Juno was very happy when we got home, couldn't ask for more. Highly recommend Charlotte to take care of your pets.”

Sarah B.

“Alison - many thanks for looking after Jack.”

Alex G.

“John was amazing with Thor. I am a “pet mum” full of requests and reminders , lists on the wall and especially i request a continues update. John gave me everything I requested and he was really caring and affectionate with Thor🥰 I was a little apprehensive about many things cause although Thor is not a Huge dog is anyway a dog of a certain size, I have nothing but good words about him and I will for sure book him again in the future.”

Jessica V.

“Absolutely no hesitation leaving a 5 star review. Natalie agreed to watch over our old dog for the first time so we could enjoy time with friends. Returned home to a calm, fed and spoilt dog. Thank you Natalie, highly recommended”

J D.

About: From 15-17 I worked in a dog Kennels part time waking dogs and caring for them most days after school. I’ve had my family dog for 9 years now. He’s my best friend but since I’ve moved down south this year I miss him so much so would love to make new doggy friends :) I have also had lots of experience looking after family & friends pets including many types of dogs ranging from jack Russell to boxers to Great Danes. I’ve always been asked to do it again due to my caring nature and my experience from working as a career in kennels. I work full time, Monday to Thursday 9am-5pm. Fridays 9am - 4:30pm. So anytime other than the hours I work I’m more than happy to fit you in :) Hi all - Due to owning my own dog I wouldn’t be able to take on dogs for boarding. . . . . . .

“Kirsty was wonderful with our lively border collie. She quickly gained his confidence and he had a good time with her. It helped that she popped over to meet him before the booking. We were kept updated throughout, with messages and pictures, and she even offered some extra help around the garden. Would definitely call on her again.”

Fiona D.