Personalised care for your dog or cat - Southend-on-Sea
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Southend-on-Sea
Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“My 1st time using the site, and I was a bit nervous. Ashley was very accomodating, and suggested meeting prior to the booking so I could meet him, and I could see how my dog reacted to him. Which put me at ease. Ashley took great care of our puppy, and sent us regular pictures and updates. I was very happy with the service, and wouldn't hesitate to use him again.”
“We knew the boys were in good hands when at the meet and greet Mowgli found a box of new dog toys to play with. The boys have been so well looked after and enjoyed their chasing round the garden.”
“Dean was an excellent Dogsitter. He very kindly provided daily updates and our dog was clearly very happy with him. Loved seeing her chilling and playing at his home and will definitely be using him again Thanks Dean!”
“Juliet is amazing and our dog Logan had a lovely stay with her! From when we first did our ‘meet and greet’ Juliet and her family were welcoming and asking questions which showed they had a genuine love for dogs and taking care of them. Their home is lovely and Logan especially loved the garden to run around in! We got plenty of updates from Juliet, photos and videos of all the fun things Logan had been up to whilst he stayed with them and he looked so comfortable and settled. We will definitely be using Juliet again and would recommend her to anyone that asks 😊”
“Alfie once again had a great time staying with Eleanor for three weeks. He remembered the house and couldn’t get in quick enough! All of his needs were fully met and nothing was a problem. Updates were given whilst I was away and it helped to have a great holiday knowing he was being well looked after. Thank you so much for taking care of him so well x”
About: I've had dogs since I was 16 years old. My Mum first got a yorkshire terrier at this age! I've just lost my Collie x Dalmatian that I had from a pup, she lived to be 17. I have looked after my families' dogs including a golden retreiver, cockapoo, yorkshire terrier, dog de bordeux, belgian mallionois, american bull mastiff and my own collie x dalmatian. I currently work part-time and have weekends free so I'll have plenty of time to look after and play wuth you fur-babies. I've just lost my dog I had for 17years who was a collie x dalmatian. I have lots of cuddle and love to give! I have a fenced garden which are 6 foot, and a three bedroom house. I have a small park up the road and I am round the corner from Hadleigh Country Park! I have two Adult children and live with them and my husband.
“Maria is super - so lovely, kind, flexibile, accommodating and very communicative. Plato had a great time and had lots of walks and fun with Maria. I know Plato would love to visit Maria again and we would be more than happy to leave him with her too ☺️”
“Brilliant service, we asked Rebecca if she was able to have hector for 2 days started that evening as we was let down by a friend and she was more than happy to help ! She always kept us updated on how hector was doing with regular pictures and messages and very quick responses. We will deffinitly use Rebecca again xx”
“Thank you so much ! Daniel looked after my two setters for 4 nights and they had a superb time. They were very well looked after as he took them for long walks during the day, gave them treats and once even got an extra pack of food as he was able to look after them til the following morning - which was lucky! Two very happy dogs, thanks again.”
“Thank you for easing Rufus into a night away from home! This was a new one for us but I could trust he was being taken care of and that really made the experience less worrisome :)”
“We were very nervous about leaving our puppy and looked into lots of different options before speaking to Rita. We were away for 18 nights and I couldn't recommend Rita enough. She replied straight away and arranged a house viewing. We went with our pup, Teddy, and she answered all our questions. Whilst we were away she kept us updated with photos and check ins. Teddy had a wonderful time. We are away again next year and won't hesitate to leave him with Rita and her family again.”
About: I’m an experienced dog carer with over 6 years of professional hands-on experience in canine welfare and behaviour. I worked for more than 3 years at Dogs Trust caring for kennel dogs and supporting adoptions, followed by 3+ years at Guide Dogs in dog care and welfare. Alongside this, I’ve fostered 20+ dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments, including dogs needing post-operative support and ongoing medical care. I understand how important it is to leave your dog with someone patient, reliable, and genuinely passionate about their wellbeing. I am currently working part time so have plenty of time to dedicate to your beloved pets. I have alternate Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays off and work every other weekend. I provide calm, reliable care in your pet’s own home where they feel most comfortable and settled. With over 6 years of professional dog welfare experience, including post-op and medical care, I’m confident caring for dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments while keeping to their usual routines and needs.
“Melissa has been amazing, we were nervous to find a dog sitter as we have only left Poppy with family before but I explained all of this to Melissa and she put so much time into building Poppy’s trust before Poppy went to stay with her - we met her for walks and she even came to ours to take her for solo walks too. Soppy also built a relationship with Melissa’s dog Mabel and started to look forward to seeing them both. During her stay Melissa regularly messaged me with updates and photos or Poppy having the time of her life. I’m sure Poppy is sad to be back with us after all the fun she had with Melissa and Mabel and we won’t hesitate to book her again in the future.”
“I couldn’t have wished for a nicer couple to care for our Princess. They were kind, considerate and most caring for our little girl. We felt as ease as we were sent beautiful pictures and messages regarding how Princess was doing. Thank you so much Ria and Greg as you helped us to enjoy our little break ?”
“We can’t rate Lauren highly enough! Our Bella loved her time with Lauren and the kids. Trying to pick Bella up to bring her home and she curls up next to Lauren, which I’m taking as the dog equivalent of “I want to live here now”. We’ve already rebooked with Lauren for the next trip away”
“Sandra has been absolutely wonderful from day one. She was so friendly and accessible right from the initial enquiry, which instantly put me at ease. Throughout Miley’s stay, she kept me updated with regular messages and photos, and that made such a difference - I always felt reassured knowing how happy and settled my dog was. It’s clear that Sandra genuinely cares, and the level of communication and attention she gives is exceptional. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again. Highly recommended.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Southend-on-Sea
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Myrin has just starting dropping in to look after our cats. She has leant to give one of our cats an injection as well. We are very happy with Myrin. We can rely on her and would recommend her to anyone.”
“Kate was amazing whilst I was on holiday. Sending me regular pictures and updates on how my little man was getting on, and he was so content when I arrived home. Will definitely be using Kate for any cat sitting needs moving forward! ☺️”
“This is my second time having Michelle look after my cat Fergal and it's always so lovely seeing the way they interact with each other - I can tell he feels so comfortable with her which always puts me at ease. Thank you again Michelle!”
“I would give a 100 stars! Cyan was absolutely brilliant as always. Tofu got unwell on day 4 ....I was away for 2 weeks;-( and she handled it all so responsibly, taking him to the vet, getting him to take the prescribed tablets (not an easy task at all!), got scratched and what not.. but didnt complain once!! Cattu & Tofu are very thankful!!”
“This week I needed help to settle my cat in after a big move. Olivia was great at putting my mind at ease with Apache. She sent me photos and videos of them playing and I could see how much fun they were having. Will definitely rebook in the future. ”
“This is the second time Claire has come to look after my two. I'm so grateful that I can go away knowing the cats are being well looked after (even if Luna does make a song and dance about it!). I love getting the updates and even more so coming home to well looked after kit kats and clean litter trays!! Thank you again Claire!!”
“Rhiannon was amazing, I cannot recommend her enough and will hopefully be asking her to do drops in for me in the future! :) she was rapid at responding whilst I was away and was really communicative. Most importantly, she was really chill with my cat Aya who can honestly be quite mean sometimes! I so appreciated Rhiannon’s help and I fully trust her! :)”
“Katie was amazing with Astrid, I can home to a very happy cat. Katie was polite, caring, arrived when she said she would, sent updates and made sure Astrid had everything she needed. I couldn’t recommend Katie enough. ”
“Best cat sitter in a town!!! She was very attentive and caring with my cats! Every day she sent fresh pictures of them, played with them, really cared about them! I highly recommend her, we will definitely choose her again! Thanks again for everything!🥰🥰🥰🥰”
“We'd highly recommend David for cat sitting! He was very attentive and gave us lots of good updates. Our cats are a bit nervous but David took the time to let them get to know him which we really appreciate! Will be booking again soon! ”
About: I’ve loved care of cats ever since we fostered a kitty when I was 8 years old. I have experience looking after cats for friends and family and have completed two professional cat sitting jobs, on Cat in the Flat.
“Alyss was amazing. Took super care of Ella, especially during the heat, and gave lots of updates and videos too! Highly recommend and will be in touch to use again in the future! Thank you Alyss”
“I am very happy with Nicole, she did a fabulous job looking after my 3 furbabies, she was kind and patient with my nervous boy Oscar. She sent pics and updates at each visit, I felt I could relax while I was away knowing they were cared for. Will definitely book her again, and would highly recommend her services. ”
“Melissa was great! My rescue cat Winnie can be a little temperamental and doesn't trust people very sometimes. However, I felt reassured that Winnie was safe with Melissa as she checked in throughout and provided updates including about Winnie's mood/behavior which was lovely! Winnie also has annoying behaviors such as not covering her litter but Melissa took all this in her stride, which allowed me to not have to worry about Winners for the weekend! 😊 Would definitely book Melissa again (and plan to this year if she is free! 😊)”
“Elizabeth S. Looked after my 2 French Bulldog with care and love. This was the first time I have had someone look after the girls. Elizabeth followed their food needs, clean up after them, made them feel safe. Also, the updates she sent were reassuring. I was able to have a day out to see A Chorus Line with friends knowing my girls were well looked after. I would totally 100% recommend Elizabeth S. When I got home, my girls were settled, happy, fed and my home was clean,”
“Rebecca's been great. She kept us updated daily, which was very reassuring for us. I highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much for looking after our ginger boy.”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Southend-on-Sea
Prices are estimates per day for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“I’m so happy with Ashley’s care, my dog absolutely loves him and couldn’t contain his excitement when we pulled up to Ashley’s house for more doggy day care. Would recommend to everyone! X”
About: We are a dog loving couple We are retired and have kept dogs for over 20 years. Our last dog died last year and we do not want to get another at the moment. We have a very large garden and have lots lovely walks close by. We often look after friends dogs and really enjoy the company We are a retired couple who enjoy walking and getting out and about, We have allways had dogs and miss our last dog enormously. Miss having a dog around the hous4. We have a large fenced off garden and lots of lovely walks and parks near by. Your dog can also come off his lead in our garden for a run and play.
“Shiela was fabulous as always. She had my boys for the day and was really flexible re pick up time which allowed me to enjoy my day out without worrying. My two dogs clearly really enjoy staying with her.”
“Bethany was really great with Bonnie and provides a great service. Great communication and reliability. Bonnie was happy and well looked after, she had great plays with their dog Bruce during the day. I really recommend her”
“Lorna recently looked after our Jack Russell, Toby, and we couldn’t be happier with the care she gave him. From the moment we met her, she was warm, friendly, and clearly experienced with dogs. She took the time to get to know Toby and made sure he felt comfortable and settled. It was obvious throughout that she genuinely cares about the dogs she looks after. We received regular updates and photos, which gave us real peace of mind while we were away. Toby came home happy, relaxed, and clearly very well cared for. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lorna to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and trustworthy dog sitter. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of Toby – we’ll definitely be booking with you again!”
“Dean was extremely helpful , understood our requirements ,and we were very happy with how he looked after our German Pointer Frankie who was very chilled and relaxed when we picked him up !. Thank you Dean.”
“Looked after our dog, Sonny, for the day! They were amazing, He settled in no problem! Even ended up having a nap with Elicia and she was great at messaging back when we checked in! Definitely would use again!”
About: Hi! We’re Betül, Yavuz Alp, and Freud 🐾 We moved to the UK from Turkey three years ago with our beloved dog, Freud. We were lucky enough to meet him when he was a 2-year-old stray, and he has now been part of our family for five wonderful years. Since then, he has travelled with us to many places and is at the heart of our home. We live in a house with a secure, fully fenced garden where Freud spends most of his day enjoying the outdoors. I work Monday to Thursday, 9am–5pm, in Rayleigh, while my husband works from home full-time. During the summer, you’ll usually find him working from the garden rather than his upstairs office! At weekends, we love exploring local woodland walks such as Belfairs and Hockley Woods. Weekdays are a little quieter, but the garden is always full of games, enrichment activities, and plenty of attention. We also enjoy shorter evening walks after work. Freud is a friendly, easy-going dog of around 10kg. He gets on well with dogs of a similar size and enjoys having canine company. As with many smaller dogs, he can be a little cautious around much larger breeds, so we always make introductions thoughtfully. Guest dogs are welcome throughout our home and are free to relax on the sofas or beds if that’s what they’re used to. We simply ask that they are toilet trained and comfortable living in a home environment. One of the reasons I joined Rover is that I would love to adopt another dog one day, but for now I need to prioritise my finances and health. Looking after other wonderful dogs seemed like the perfect compromise—and Freud certainly won’t complain about making new friends! If you have any questions, we’d love to hear from you. Betül, Yavuz Alp & Freud 🐶 We are living in a house with a fenced garden where Freud spends most of his day. I am working Monday to Thursday 9to5 in an office in Rayleigh. On the other hand my husband is working from home and even though he has an office upstairs his main base is garden especially in Summer. We mostly spend our weekends with a long walk in the woods around, such as Belfairs and Hockley. We are a bit lazy during weekdays but garden is full of games. We tend to have 15 to 30 minutes short walks to the shops etc after 6 pm during weekdays. Freud is friendly with the dogs his size. He can be a bit protective of himself with bigger dogs with a lot of barking and hiding behind us😂 We have a crate which is large enough for Freud to move if needed, but not preferred.
“My dog Leo absolutely loved his day with David, he can be unsettled when in unknown environments for the first few times & David made an effort to even come & do a meet & greet beforehand out of his own time & was very understanding. He is reliable, friendly, accommodating & very kind, you can tell he has a real passion and just loves dogs which makes you feel so comfortable leaving your beloved pet with him. Would 100% use again!”
About: I’ve got years of experience working with and owning dogs of all breeds, I have knowledge of training, and behaviour of dogs. I’ve worked with dogs from puppies to elderly. I have 2 dogs myself whom I love dearly. I have experience in dog training also. Experience in rescue dogs (one of mine is a rescue) I have a very flexible schedule, I’m available Monday-Friday and some weekends. My daily availability is from 8:50am-5pm and weekends I can be available from 8am-7:30pm I care for pets like I care for my own, with love attention and respect. I take the time for other peoples pets to become comfortable with myself and learn their behaviour to know they are happy and content. I’ll keep to their usual routines, and make sure they have lots of engaging fun during my time with them.
“I couldn’t have been happier with Eleanor, honestly she looked after our fur baby Luca amazingly! Such a warm and lovely person. I will definitely always pick Eleanor to look after Luca again when needed. Felt so at ease and she was accommodating which was amazing.”
“Rudi had a great time with Hannah during his stay, had a great walk and lots of playtime. Hannah updated me with pictures several times throughout the day, will use again and highly recommend 👍🏼”
About: Hi, my name is Imogen I am a reliable, friendly and caring dog lover who wants to give your dogs the best sleepover possible whilst you’re away! Having had dogs myself I know how important it is to feel your pup is in safe, secure hands. I have had years of experience looking after friends and families dogs - rest assured any dog that comes through my door is treated as my own. Having them stay is the easy bit, giving them back is the trick! I’m a school teacher so school holidays would be my preferred dog sitting days. However, weekends are available where I’m around most of the time. I have a large secure fenced garden and I’m very close to woodlands and dog friendly parks. The dogs will have access to my kitchen and living room which are tiled and floor boards and I will allow bedroom sleeps if that is what your dog is used to.
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Southend-on-Sea
Prices are estimates per walk for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Thank you so much for walking Brody. He had the best time with you. He’s currently having a good nap now so you deffo worn him out. thanks for being the perfect dog walker. You’re so friendly, trusting and reliable. Brody would love to go on another walk with you soon! :)”
About: I’ve taken care of pets of every kind since I was 10. Hamsters, Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Chickens, Dogs, Cats and Goldfish. I've never had any problems with my pets or anyone else's. I work from home, so I'm available 24/7 to look after your pets. Depending on the pets needs, they can either laze in front of the telly or go out for walks 3 or 4 times a day Loads of walks. Great Garden. Love having animals in the house. Your pets will be looked after and pampered. Please let me know of any behavioural issues so I know how to deal with this. Please also tell me the rules in your house and any training you are currently doing so I can keep up to date with these
About: I have owned dogs throughout my teenage and adult years. I am now too busy with work to be owning one but sorely miss the furry company. I am experienced with dogs of all ages having owned dogs from puppy stage till end of life. I understand the nuances needed in the handling and also have owned dogs that needed to stick to strict medication plans. I’m happy to discuss this further in person and am open minded to your dog’s individual needs. I am mobile and love taking dogs to the beach. Cat owners: Unfortunately I am unable to provide the same in-depth level of care for your furry friends as I have developed an allergy in my adult years. I am available for feedings and short time care only in emergencies. Please contact me only if this is the case. I work from home and that can also include your house if your furry friend needs my attention for multiple days on end. I schedule most of my day myself so am quite open to drop by your house to let your dog out, go for walks or for feeding times. I’m happy to discuss further. This depends on your individual needs. I can be available for walks, play dates or overnights. I prefer you to tell me what you are comfortable with. Do you like your dog on the lead only? Do you prefer to stick to certain walking routes or do you give me the freedom to build a foundation of trust with you and your dog to take him/her on adventures. Let’s discuss!
About: I’ve always had a genuine love for dogs. Whilst I was at university, I began dog walking as a hobby — helping my neighbours care for their dogs during the day while also giving myself a reason to get outdoors and do something that truly made me happy. What started as a small pastime quickly became something I looked forward to every day. Since then, my love for dogs has only grown, and I’m now the proud owner of a cockapoo called Peggy. She’s incredibly friendly, loves meeting new furry friends, and is always happiest when she’s surrounded by other dogs. I currently work remotely, which means I have plenty of flexibility and time to give your pups the attention, play, and exercise they deserve. Having a dog of my own means I’m always ready for an adventurous walk, rain or shine! I’m also available for house sitting during the week or at weekends, and I’m happy to work around your needs to make sure your dog feels comfortable and well cared for. With plenty of experience caring for dogs in their own homes, I’m more than happy to stick closely to your dog’s usual routine to keep them calm, comfortable, and settled. If your pup enjoys playing and socialising, they’ll have a wonderful time spending the day with my friendly cockapoo, Peggy — she loves the company of other dogs! Above all, I’m always happy to follow your lead and care for your pet in the way that suits them best.
“Lynn walked my dog for nearly an hour even though I had only booked half hour! She sent me updates and photos and I felt very comfortable letting my fur baby go out with her. We spoke at length before she left and I felt reassured as I had never done this before! I would definitely use Lynn again. Thanks Lynn he has been asleep all afternoon x”
About: I’ve grown up with and cared for all different breeds of dogs since I was a child and also in a voluntary capacity, from boxers, cane corsos, staffies, Lhasa apso, Cavalier, vizsla, german pointer, great dane & springer spaniel. I walk and look after our friends & family’s dogs when they go away or need a bit of extra help and I also regularly volunteer at animal rescue centres. I am very active so more than happy to take your dog for long walks or even runs. I have 2 persian cats who are world and completely understand wanting to have the best care for your furry babies. I just love spending time with animals and wherever I go I always seem to make furry friends! I am very flexible with days and times for walks/drop ins. I am up and out early and am very active and happy to take active dogs on runs with me. I am happy to drop into pets in their own home as I know from my cats that they especially benefit from being in their own environment. I understand to give them their own space until they are ready to interact.
About: I've taken care of all kinds of dogs from elderly rescue dogs to lockdown puppies. I'll be taking care of your dog with my husband who has had two dogs in his family home. We're obviously both dog enthusiasts. We work from Monday to Friday and take a lunch walk every day. Our weekends are usually spent enjoying the outdoors. There's plenty of room in our home and hearts for dogs. We have done house and dog sitting full time for over a year and are happy to share testimonials of house owners. Regarding puppies, we have a pen that we are happy to use in case you want us to. We're also happy to have the dog sleeping in our bed room to be sure they are feeling safe and looked after.
About: I will treat your fur baby like one of the family. They will get lots of attention and cuddles but also time to snooze. We go for walks in the park and/or woods so they will get a chance to stretch their legs too. I am a stay at home mum with a 4 year old. She is in preschool most of the day which frees me up to look after your fur babies. I have a 6 year old shih tzu who is friendly and kind natured. We go on 3 walks a day, including toilet breaks. Additionally, I have a fenced garden for your fur baby to run around, play etc.
About: As a Fear Free Level 2 Certified veterinary professional, I prioritise creating a calm, positive experience for every pet in my care. I’ve looked after animals of all ages and temperaments, including energetic puppies and senior pets with special needs. I’m confident with administering medications, supporting pets with anxiety, and maintaining consistent routines that make animals feel safe and loved. Throughout my veterinary education, I’ve been actively involved in learning about animal behaviour—attending puppy classes in my spare time during clinical rotations to deepen my understanding and practical skills. My veterinary background, combined with my Fear Free certification and hands-on experience, sets me apart from other sitters. I bring a calm, gentle approach and tailor my care to each pet’s emotional and physical needs. I’m observant, detail-oriented, and genuinely love building trust with animals—whether it’s through play, cuddles, or quiet companionship. I’ll always keep you updated with photos and notes, so you can relax knowing your pet is happy, safe, and in caring hands. Pet care fits seamlessly into my weekly routine. I’m currently working from home, which gives me the flexibility to provide attentive, consistent care throughout the day. As a Fear Free Certified veterinary professional, I’m used to structuring my time around animal wellbeing and always make sure each pet gets the time, engagement, and comfort they need. I’m happy to adapt to your pet’s usual routine to keep things calm and familiar for them. Whether I’m caring for pets in their own home or mine, their safety and emotional wellbeing are always my top priorities. As a Fear Free Certified veterinary professional, I’m trained to recognise signs of stress and respond in a calm, reassuring way that helps pets feel secure. I take time to build trust through gentle handling, positive reinforcement, and sticking to familiar routines. In a pet owner's home, I’m respectful of the space and follow all instructions closely—whether that’s feeding, medication, walk routines, or specific behavioural cues. I maintain a clean, hazard-free environment and keep pets mentally and physically engaged while also ensuring they get time to rest and feel at ease. I also provide regular updates and photos so you can feel confident your pet is in good hands.
About: I am a naturally very patient, calm and compassionate person. My number one priority will always be to ensure your pets safety and happiness :) I have plenty of free time during the week with my youngest child being at school all day and my eldest having recently moved out. I have a fenced garden & a small friendly dog to keep your pup company, also have a gated utility room to give separate quiet time if required.
About: have hands-on experience caring for dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. I provide safe, reliable, and compassionate care tailored to each dog’s individual needs, including feeding, walking, playtime, administering routine medications where required, and maintaining established routines. I understand the importance of positive reinforcement, patience, and ensuring every dog feels happy, secure, and well cared for while their owners are away. As a DBS-checked, fully insured pet sitter with pet first aid training, your dog’s welfare and safety are always my top priority. I understand that many pet owners work long hours, enjoy evenings out, travel for business or simply need an extra helping hand. That’s why my services are focused around the times when they’re needed most, with lunchtime visits, evenings and weekends available to fit around your lifestyle. Whether your dog needs a midday walk to break up the day, your cat would benefit from a reassuring home visit while you’re away, or you need dependable weekend or evening pet care, you can count on me to provide reliable, compassionate and professional support. As a fully DBS-checked, fully insured and Pet First Aid qualified pet sitter, your pet’s safety and wellbeing are always my highest priorities. Every visit is tailored to your pet’s individual routine, ensuring they receive the love, attention and care they deserve in the comfort of their own home. Every pet is unique, and every visit is tailored to their individual needs and routine. By caring for your pets in the comfort of their own home, they can remain in a familiar environment, helping to reduce stress and maintain their normal daily routine while you’re away. Whether your pet needs feeding, fresh water, medication, playtime, cuddles or simply some reassuring company, I will ensure they receive the same level of love and attention they are used to. My home visit services can include: * Fresh food and clean water at every visit * Dog walking and exercise * Playtime, enrichment and companionship * Administering medication (where agreed) * Cleaning litter trays and refreshing litter * Scooping dog waste from your garden * Cleaning hutches, cages and enclosures as required * Feeding small pets, birds and reptiles * Grooming or brushing where your pet enjoys it * Opening and closing curtains to give your home a lived-in appearance * Bringing in post or parcels * Watering indoor plants if requested * Regular photo and video updates for complete peace of mind
“Olivia is such a sweetie!! We needed a last min dog walker and she was able to help us out! She sent us lots of updates throughout, it was amazing :) Our Roly Poly was so happy, and we will definitely be booking Olivia again in the future!”
About: 7 years experience ✅️ Hi, my name is Victoria. I am a pet sitter in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, close to the beach and surrounded by lots of beautiful parks and woods. From a young age, I have always loved animals of all kinds (sometimes more than humans🤭!). Growing up, we had cats, rabbits and hamsters at home, so animals have always been a big part of my life they bring me so much peace and happiness. When I got married, my husband and I welcomed a Beagle cross into our family from a puppy. We sadly had to rehome him when he was seven years old, which was a very difficult and heart breaking decision for us. As a family, we have always loved animals, and my son was especially gentle and caring with our dog, knowing when to play with him and when to give him his own space. I love exploring different places on my walks, whether that's the woods, the beach or beautiful country parks, so having a furry friend to enjoy these adventures with would be wonderful company. I’m a caring, reliable and genuinely animal-loving person, and I will always treat your pets as if they were my own. I love to give them lots of fuss, cuddles and attention, while also respecting their individual personalities and giving them space when they need it. I can offer flexible and personalised pet-sitting services to suit you and your pets, and I’m also happy to help with things such as flea and worming treatments if needed. For your peace of mind i am DBS CHECKED/FULLY INSURED/CPR & FIRST AID TRAINED. If you're looking for a pet sitter who genuinely loves animals and will give your pets plenty of love, care and attention, then feel free to get in touch - I’d love to hear from you! — I’d be very happy to chat about your pets and how I can help! Thank you, Victoria 🐾 I’m currently a stay-at-home mum, so I have lots of time, love and attention to give to an animal who needs it. I also drive and have an estate car with a large boot, so there’s plenty of room for dogs to travel safely and comfortably. I’m also available for drop-in pet visits, whether your pet needs feeding, some playtime, company, cuddles or just a little bit of attention while you’re out. Since rehoming our dog, I’ve really missed having a furry friend to take on walks, discovering new places to explore together and giving them all the love, care and attention they deserve. When we had our dog, we would go out every day and find somewhere new to explore, whether that was the beach, woods or country parks. He absolutely loved going on adventures, meeting other dogs and having lots of exciting new smells to investigate! I would really love the opportunity to share those walks and adventures with another dog and give them the same love and happiness that I gave to our own. 🐾❤️ We live in a spacious two-bedroom flat with access to a communal garden area. Pets are welcome on the beds and sofas — our dog used to sleep in bed with us, so we’re more than happy for your dog to do the same if they’re comfortable. I’m happy to administer flea and worming treatments if needed. We don’t currently have a crate, as we got rid of ours because our dog found it distressing, but I’m more than happy to use your crate if your dog is happy and comfortable being crated. Our dog suffered from severe separation anxiety, so I completely understand how difficult and stressful this can be for both dogs and their owners. I was unable to leave him alone, and he came everywhere with us. If your dog experiences separation anxiety, please be assured that I will not leave them alone and will do everything I can to make them feel safe, settled and comfortable. I can also provide home visits, including check-ins, walks, playtime and feeding, if that’s what your pet needs. 🐾
About: I have lived around Dogs and Cats all my life. I have a very caring nature, for the last 16 years I have lived and worked in Africa working on Conservation Projects., mainly Cheetah. I have experience with dog walking, I love to walk so long walks are no problem for me, house sitting and looking after your wonderful house and making sure it is clean and tidy, happy to water plants indoors and outside. I love looking after cats and giving them the necessary fuss and attention. I have also taken care of fish, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs. For housesitting I am happy to travel a distance. I am a non smoker and have my own car. Your house and pets would be looked after in a very caring way, you would not need to worry whilst away from them. I work from home so am very flexible with my time, ensuring I give your pet the greatest care and attention possible. Your pet will feel very welcomed and loved whilst you are away. I do not offer the service of having pets in my home. However, whilst I am in your home I will always check that the pet is safe.
About: When I was 16 I worked in a dog groomers, giving dogs baths and drying them. Then I started looking after my auntie’s dog overnight and walked him when they were away. 2 years ago I got my puppy Cooper. We have done lots of training, I love taking him out on walks we always try new places!! I am pet first aid trained. I’m currently working part time at a church with children and young people, I work in the mornings so I can do early walks, afternoon or evening as well as drop ins in the afternoon and evening. I am pet first aid training certified and your dog will. Be supervised at all time along the walks and I want your dog to feel comfortable so if I notice any distress we will go walk somewhere else.
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“My 1st time using the site, and I was a bit nervous. Ashley was very accomodating, and suggested meeting prior to the booking so I could meet him, and I could see how my dog reacted to him. Which put me at ease. Ashley took great care of our puppy, and sent us regular pictures and updates. I was very happy with the service, and wouldn't hesitate to use him again.”
“We knew the boys were in good hands when at the meet and greet Mowgli found a box of new dog toys to play with. The boys have been so well looked after and enjoyed their chasing round the garden.”
“Dean was an excellent Dogsitter. He very kindly provided daily updates and our dog was clearly very happy with him. Loved seeing her chilling and playing at his home and will definitely be using him again Thanks Dean!”
“Alfie once again had a great time staying with Eleanor for three weeks. He remembered the house and couldn’t get in quick enough! All of his needs were fully met and nothing was a problem. Updates were given whilst I was away and it helped to have a great holiday knowing he was being well looked after. Thank you so much for taking care of him so well x”
“Brilliant service, we asked Rebecca if she was able to have hector for 2 days started that evening as we was let down by a friend and she was more than happy to help ! She always kept us updated on how hector was doing with regular pictures and messages and very quick responses. We will deffinitly use Rebecca again xx”
“Thank you so much ! Daniel looked after my two setters for 4 nights and they had a superb time. They were very well looked after as he took them for long walks during the day, gave them treats and once even got an extra pack of food as he was able to look after them til the following morning - which was lucky! Two very happy dogs, thanks again.”
About: I’m an experienced dog carer with over 6 years of professional hands-on experience in canine welfare and behaviour. I worked for more than 3 years at Dogs Trust caring for kennel dogs and supporting adoptions, followed by 3+ years at Guide Dogs in dog care and welfare. Alongside this, I’ve fostered 20+ dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments, including dogs needing post-operative support and ongoing medical care. I understand how important it is to leave your dog with someone patient, reliable, and genuinely passionate about their wellbeing. I am currently working part time so have plenty of time to dedicate to your beloved pets. I have alternate Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays off and work every other weekend. I provide calm, reliable care in your pet’s own home where they feel most comfortable and settled. With over 6 years of professional dog welfare experience, including post-op and medical care, I’m confident caring for dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments while keeping to their usual routines and needs.
“Melissa has been amazing, we were nervous to find a dog sitter as we have only left Poppy with family before but I explained all of this to Melissa and she put so much time into building Poppy’s trust before Poppy went to stay with her - we met her for walks and she even came to ours to take her for solo walks too. Soppy also built a relationship with Melissa’s dog Mabel and started to look forward to seeing them both. During her stay Melissa regularly messaged me with updates and photos or Poppy having the time of her life. I’m sure Poppy is sad to be back with us after all the fun she had with Melissa and Mabel and we won’t hesitate to book her again in the future.”
“I couldn’t have wished for a nicer couple to care for our Princess. They were kind, considerate and most caring for our little girl. We felt as ease as we were sent beautiful pictures and messages regarding how Princess was doing. Thank you so much Ria and Greg as you helped us to enjoy our little break ?”
“We can’t rate Lauren highly enough! Our Bella loved her time with Lauren and the kids. Trying to pick Bella up to bring her home and she curls up next to Lauren, which I’m taking as the dog equivalent of “I want to live here now”. We’ve already rebooked with Lauren for the next trip away”
“Catriona was great, lots of lovely updates and great communication which made the whole process really easy from start to finish. Bronson was very comfortable and happy in her care. Can home a happy tired pooch. Her home is clean, tidy and very dog friendly. Would definitely use Catriona in the future.”
“Donna and her husband were amazing. We came round to meet them first and they have everything set up for a dog to feel at home. Our puppy was loving life and was so excited to go back and stay. They’ve got a big garden for the dogs to run around in sent us videos of how she was getting on which was lovely. I’m so glad we found them and now wouldn’t think twice about using them again.”
“Imogen was great looking after Arlo! So lovely and I felt so comfortable leaving him. He settled well and I was provided a cute update with him making himself at home, could tell he was enjoying himself all snuggled up! Both me and Arlo definitely recommend 😊 he will be looking forward to his next visit! Thank you.”
“Louie my dog had such a lovely time with Janice I had updates and photos of my little boy every day which was so lovely. She was so caring and they got on so well Louie will definitely be going back for a stay with Janice he can not wait.”
“Felt very reassured leaving Chase with Helen, she provided a home from home for Chase and kept me regularly updated with photos and what Chase was up to. Great communication and a happy caring place for Chase to be while we were away, thank you!”
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