House Sitting Babergh

About: I have had dogs of my own for the last 12 years and have worked at kennels during this time, looking after several dogs with complex needs. I’m experienced with many types of dogs and equipped to deal with any medical needs. I am a very active individual so plenty of walks available! I’ve grown up around animals and have looked after all kinds of animals - from alpacas to horses, I’ve done it! I currently work 8-4pm mon - Friday but my working hours / days are very flexible. I can work from home when required to be flexible. I am a trustworthy individual used to looking after and caring for other peoples pets, as well as my own. My life is very flexible so timings are not a problem.

About: I have always been around dogs, I grew up with many. My family would always dog-sit for friends and family. I wanted to study zoology at university but due to personal issues I no longer will be able to, so I am trying to surround myself with animals! I am not in the right situation to have my own dog, so I would love to be around them and also help out owners! My priority is ensuring the dog is happy. I have just finished my A levels and only work Friday and Saturday evenings. I am hoping to get into a part time job. This means that I would still have plenty of time to go and see my furry friends! I am easy and can change my schedule to fit the dogs needs. I have a fully gated garden, we have a door that separates upstairs and downstairs ( for dogs that need to stay downstairs ). I am happy to stay in peoples homes and will cater to my own needs. If allowed, I will get lots of treats for the dogs and a new toy for new customers. I absolutely love walking and can cater my walks to your dogs needs. Living by the beach has its perks!

“Chell was so amazing looking after our girl! She made me feel at ease that our baby was in safe hands. She sent me regular updates and treated her like her own. I would 100% recommend for a trustworthy sitter for your fur baby. We will definitely be booking again!! Thank you Chell x”

Adele J.

“Martin is fantastic! I have two disabled dogs and he listened to instructions carefully, and enacted their needs. He’s kind and gentle and my dogs took to him immediately. Will definitely book him again. Thank you!”

Elizabeth E.

“Absolutely BRILLIANT! Dash is a very sensitive dog but he settled incredibly quickly. He had a lovely time with Amanda, went on some adventures and really enjoyed his stay!”

James H.

“You should not hesitate to book Cat to care for your dog. She really goes above and beyond. Cat is the first person I have ever employed to look after my dog overnight and I was so nervous about leaving him. I could instantly tell she has everything under control and I was really able to enjoy my night away! Her great understanding of dog behaviour meant that she was not put off by my dogs history of reactivity to some other dogs. 5 star all round.”

sweetiepie88448844 h.

About: I’ve always loved being around animals and have gained some great experience over the years. I’ve worked with trained search dogs, which taught me a lot about understanding different behaviours and building trust. I also volunteer at a local rehoming centre, helping care for dogs with all kinds of personalities. At home, I have two lively cocker spaniels who keep me on my toes and remind me how important it is to give each pet the attention and care they deserve. Whether it’s playtime, walks, or just keeping them company, I really enjoy making sure pets feel safe, happy, and well looked after I work part-time from home with a flexible shift pattern, so it’s easy for me to fit pet care around my schedule. I make sure any bookings get my full attention, and I love having animals as part of my daily routine. I offer drop-in visits to make sure pets are happy and well looked after in their own home. I’ll follow their normal routine — whether that’s feeding, topping up water, letting them out for a toilet break, or just giving them some company and attention. I always aim to keep things calm and reassuring, especially if a pet is shy or nervous. Every visit is tailored to what your pet needs to feel safe and settled while you’re away.

About: DBS Checked & Insured ✅ Achievements: - Level 3 Animal Management Technical Extended Diploma - CPD - Canine First Aid Diploma - Distinction - CPD - Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Diploma Work Experience: - Veterinary Practice - Dog Training Centres - Kennels & Cattery - Animal Rescue Centre What I offer: - Dog walking 🐕 (30 or 60 minute) - Drop in visits 🏡 (30 or 60 minute) - Doggy day care - 1 to 1 home-based doggy day care, tailored to your dog with walks and enrichment throughout the day. (PM on request) - Dog sitting - Dog sitting in your home, with daytime care or overnight stays available (PM on request) I offer a free pre service meet and greet before any booking. I have experience caring for a wide range of dogs, including puppies, senior dogs, those with behavioural challenges, and dogs with medical conditions. I also have experience caring for dogs who struggle with reactivity. I’m currently taking a gap year, which means I have plenty of free time — and I’d love to spend it caring for your furry friends. I enjoy long walks to nearby fields, rivers, forests, and even the beach, so your dog will have plenty of opportunities to join in on adventures. I have a secure, fenced garden (6ft tall) and will always provide a quiet, designated space inside the home where your dog can settle if they need time to themselves.

“Dogs were happy and well cared for Charlotte done a very good job of looking after them they weren’t stressed just relaxed I would always recommend her”

Charles C.

“Jasmine looked after Marnie for us for a week while on holiday, got some lovely photos of Marnie while away and always looked happy in them, when we got back to the house was kept clean, Marnie seemed very happy when we got home, would book Jasmine again x”

Tamsyn A.

“Charlotte was brilliant! Great communications, really friendly, knowledgeable and engaging. Our two lurchers were looked after so well as was the house. We would 100% use her services again and would recommend her too anyone. Top class! 👍👏”

Martin D.

“Gary was absolutely brilliant looking after our Frenchies, Remi and Buster. It’s clear that he genuinely loves animals and treats them with great care, kindness, and attention. He took excellent care of them, made sure they were happy and comfortable, and followed everything we requested perfectly. Gary is a very reliable, friendly, and caring person a true animal lover. We felt completely at ease knowing our boy and girl were in such good hands. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a pet sitter and we will definitely use him again in the future. THANK YOU GARY 🐾 🐾”

Bertold H.

About: I have had cats and dogs and guinea pigs all my life! I am the point of call for my family and friends when they have needed animal sitting/ walking. I work as a weather forecaster but have plenty of free time to look after animals, especially on weekends! Please don’t hesitate to message :) ❤️ Every animal is different, some want lots of fuss and cuddles and others don’t. Therefore, when meeting a new animal, I like to let them come to me first to gain trust and gage whether they would like cuddles :)

About: I'm retired and can give your pet virtually 24hr care. I'm an avid walker and will take your pet on lovely woodland walks and visits to country estates, beach etc. I have owned my own dogs for the past 30 years but am currently without one, hosting dogs allows me to enjoy, fuss and soil even more. I am at home most of the day except when I'm at the gym in the morning, my daily routine is flexible so I always have time for walks and I'm often in the garden or doing chores around the house, under the watchful eyes of your pet! I have a fully walled garden and lots of green walks straight out my front door. Pets are welcome on furniture and beds if that's what their used to at home. I try to follow their home routine as far as I can. I use a local secure dog park with a pool if required for the additional cost of the session.

About: I've had dogs my whole life , mostly rescue dogs watching them flourish from scared or angry turn into very loving companions with love and training . I currently own my own dog she is a husky and super friendly and loves meeting new dogs and going for walks with them , your dog/s will join me n my pup pup ( her nickname) on our adventures. I have all the patience and love in the world for dogs there is nothing I would not do to make sure our furry friends get what they need . I work with horses for a living and when Im not there I'm with my husky so I work with animals and then see my own excitable pup pup it's a good life . We will be very eager to meet your doggo s and exercise them when you need a helping hand. I'm pretty much available most of the time other than days that requires me to be with my own dog or family , my furry friend will accompany me with pet sitting or walking your furry friend for more availability I offer dog walking and drop in visits to your home, in addition to dropping into your home I will take your pooch out for a little walk if needed to go for a wee and other business and will make sure they have food and water a little bit of play time to 😁 I offer daycare to

About: Since a young age I’ve always looked after family’s pets whilst they’re away on holiday. I frequently look after my friends dogs / cats whilst they go away either at theirs or mine. I love long walks & getting fresh air and am a huge animal lover. I work part time as a care and support worker, I spend a lot of time at home & in the garden in my spare time I have a fully fenced garden, with space to have a run around, I have room for anything you’d like to bring over to the house.

About: I have been my family’s designated dog sitter for just under 10 years, I will show your pup (all dogs are puppies in my eyes) as much love as if they are my own I have the flexibility to work from home 4/5 days a week and can be there to let your furry friend out and interact thought the day. My weekends are usually free so the days will be spend with your dog. I will care for your dog within their own environment to ensure they feel safe and comfortable. Which I hope will limit any extra stress

“Karen was a delight looking after my lurcher Abi for the week! She was great at messaging beforehand, to arrange meeting & greeting Abi, kept up with communication throughout and Abi absolutely loved her! She gave her lots of cuddles, walks & made me feel so at ease knowing she was in such good company for the week at my place. She even left us a shepherds pie after a long drive home. Highly recommend Karen to sit your pet, big or small.”

Roseanne G.

About: Hello. Stephanie and I, are both experienced house/pet sitters and have over 19 years of caring for cats, dogs alpacas, birds, and fish. When not house sitting we live on our river boat on the River Deben. This type of life does tend to insist that one is practical, self-reliant and inventive - which helps when house sitting, as sometimes the unexpected can arise. We both enjoy looking after any type of animal - and together have over three decades of experience caring for all types of creatures from dogs, of all sizes and ages - including dachshunds both miniature and full size - cats, tortoise, rats and mice, rabbits, chinchillas, guinea pigs, parrots, budgies and all other aviary birds, owls, tropical fish, salt water fish, cold water fish (carp, trout etc), goats - including milking and cheese making - pigs and sheep, insects, llamas, alpacas, and a wide range of fowl such as hens, geese, turkeys, guinea fowl, peacocks and ducks. Indeed, one of our jobs included looking after some swans, and administering medicines. Sorry about this long list, but you may be wondering if we can look after your creature which maybe isn’t a cat or a dog. We are both vegetarians, enjoy cooking our own food, spending time with animals and plants and exploring new environments - these include the garden and immediate surrounding area. We do not use the situation to explore further afield, leaving the property and animals unattended for hours at a time. Please note we do not act as carers for humans, as neither of us have nursing experience. However, we can and do administer medicines and treatments to animals, and have years of experience in doing so, from dogs and cats through to alpacas and birds. All houseplants, plants in the main house, conservatories and greenhouses will be tended, watered and cared for in your absence. Occasionally only one of us takes on a housesit, if the other one has other obligations. Stephanie and I, enjoy house and pet sitting as we get to meet new friends and enjoy knowing that we can continue with the daily routines for the benefit of the owners animals and plants. We do ask that the owners leave us some basic essentials, such as bread, tea, milk, cheese and eggs, to keep us going for a while. Jane has a nut allergy. We like to get to know the animals , their routines and the home situation prior to going out for provisions if possible. When not caring for your animals and plants, we are busy writing for internet companies; photographing and logging birds and insects in the immediate area; walking, cooking; needlework; reading and gardening. Stephanie enjoys studying entomology, particularly beetles and flies. She is usually engaged in sewing or knitting project, in between writing for various companies. Jane is an experienced bird photographer and has given talks at the uk international bird fair. On sits Jane is usually busy with her photographs and also works online as an academic researcher. Travelling around and caring for different homesteads gives us the unique opportunity to meet four legged and two legged friends, extend our range of observations, while at the same time being able to offer peace of mind to fellow pet lovers. We find that we can fully engage in our enthusiasms within or very near to any property that we are minding, so do not leave the property unattended for any large amount of time. We do not use the job as an opportunity to go out and leave the homestead unattended as in a hotel or hostel, but we stay and care for the creatures entrusted to us. As there are two of us, we find that maintaining the security of the household straightforward and if any unexpected event arises, there is always one of us to attend to domestic matters. Although we work together, we prefer separate beds ( thought I would mention that in case asking caused embarrassment). Stephanie snores loudly. We look after pets in the owners home. As there are two of us, one of us usually stays in and cares for your pet, if the other needs to pop out.

“Lucia took care of our lovely old boy Stanley, she was caring and considerate of his needs. She kept us well updated with lovely photos of how their weekend together went. We would love to use her again as would Stanley 🐶”

Louisa T.