House Sitting Forest of Dean

“Annie was brilliant with both our pets. Our cat is very timid but he came out of his shell and spent time with Annie. Our dog absolutely loved having her spend time with him and take him on a walk. Both our pets were thoroughly looked after as if they were her own and we would recommend Annie to anyone looking for a pet sitter”

Jaye

“Matt was absolutely brilliant with our 8 year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier. He looked after Lola for 5 days whilst we were away and I couldn’t recommend his services any more. We had a meet and greet beforehand which instantly put us at ease, with the questions Matt was asking. Matt sent though regular updates with photos to show what Lola had been getting up to and how much she’d decided to sleep! These were great to receive whilst we were the other side of the Atlantic! I have to agree with a previous comment on Matt’s profile; we now think we’re Lola’s second favourite humans! Matt left the house in a spotless condition and you genuinely couldn’t even tell anyone had been there. Thanks again Matt!”

Alex H.

“Ophelia is an absolute trustworthy, kind hearted gem and our boys - dog and two cats - absolutely trust and adore her. She gives them much patience, time and love and takes time to understand their characters. She got up super early to avoid the crazy heat and give Teddy his exercise and is such a person that she strips her bed out of kindness before she leaves.”

Marsaili H.

About: Hi, I’m Sonya—a lifelong dog lover offering a genuine home-from-home experience in the beautiful Forest of Dean. My home has direct access to the forest from the garden gate, along with plenty of secure outdoor space, giving dogs the opportunity to explore, sniff, play, and relax in a safe, natural environment. I have experience caring for dogs of all sizes, ages, and personalities, and I’m confident handling both small breeds and larger, more energetic dogs. Every dog is treated as an individual, and I always adapt their care to suit their routine, personality, and needs. Whether it’s feeding schedules, medication, favourite walking routes, or quiet time, I’ll do my best to keep their stay as familiar and stress-free as possible. Dogs staying with me become part of the family rather than staying in a kennel environment. They receive plenty of companionship, enrichment, exercise, and opportunities to rest, all in a calm, structured home where their wellbeing always comes first. From September, I’ll be studying for a degree in Animal Behaviour & Training, building on my passion for understanding canine behaviour, welfare, and positive training methods. I’m committed to continually developing my knowledge so I can provide the very best care for every dog I look after. I know how difficult it can be to leave your dog with someone else, so I’ll keep you updated with regular photos, videos, and messages, giving you complete peace of mind while you’re away. I’m fortunate to be at home full-time, which means dogs in my care receive plenty of attention, supervision, and companionship throughout the day. I live in a peaceful rural location with secure outdoor space where dogs can safely explore, play, and relax. Every day is built around the dogs’ needs, including walks, enrichment, feeding, rest, play, and one-to-one attention. I’m also happy to follow your dog’s usual routine as closely as possible, helping them feel settled, comfortable, and at home while you’re away. Your dog’s safety, wellbeing, and happiness are always my highest priorities. Dogs stay in a calm, structured home alongside my own friendly, well-socialised dogs, where they receive plenty of companionship while still having space to relax if they need it. I supervise all interactions carefully and separate dogs whenever appropriate, such as during mealtimes, rest periods, or if a dog simply needs some quiet time. Owners are very welcome to bring their dog’s own bed, crate, blankets, or favourite toys to help them settle into a familiar routine. My home is surrounded by secure rural land, giving dogs plenty of opportunities for safe outdoor exercise, enrichment, sniffing, and exploration. Every dog is treated as an individual, and I’ll always follow any instructions regarding feeding, medication, exercise, training, or preferences to ensure they receive the highest standard of care.

About: Hi there, my name is Liam and I’m a huge animal lover. I’m currently based in Bulford and live with my partner, our cat Bo, and three little Netherland Dwarf rabbits, Fawn and Fox and Lenny. I’ve had all kinds of pets in my life other than the few I live with now. as a child I grew up with a loveable Boxer named Jake, and a Shih-Tzu named Ted. During university, I had two hamsters named Bruce and Robin who were very cheeky and kept me company during my Marketing degree. When I returned from university, I had several fish and a cat, Neo. Neo is almost seven and despite moving out, I do help cat sit him when his owner needs a rest. 

 Having a few dogs, small furries and cats has given me lots of experience, alongside the many people I have already helped. I have a calm and collected personality which helps with pets of any temperament, I can be patient and caring with timid cats or play with your energetic pets.



“Stephanie was fantastic leading up to the sit and visited numerous times to ensure our pup was familiar with her and they built a good relationship from these visits. She was very thorough with care details and clearly wanted to make sure she was caring for our dog in the right way. During the stay, she sent lots of updates and photos of walks and activities and it was lovely to see how much fun they were having together. On arriving home, our house looked untouched and the dog very well cared for! We will definitely be booking Stephanie again!!”

Rebecca D.

“Very happy with Tom and the car he gave my little puppy, Billy. Will be booking again in the future”

Rebecca S.

About: Sam has had dogs all his life and loves spending time with them. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, or overnight care, he'll make sure your dog is happy, safe, and well looked after. "I understand that every dog is different and will give them the care, attention, and exercise they need. I’ve been doing this on and off now with Rover for a few years and have loved it!! So many cool funny dogs I’ve met that I wouldn’t have had the chance to without this kind of work, hope to meet many more. 🙂" Lucy has had dogs when she was younger and has recently been a dog walker. When we are pet sitting we like to be with them as much as we can. We only pop out briefly as we don't like to think they are stressed and just I like to give them lots of attention. We don't have pets ourselves at the moment so your pet/s will have our full attention. We just enjoy being around them and respect the rules of the household we are looking after.

“How wonderful Lily is! Don’t hesitate to trust her with your dog…she took such good care of Lucky, my golden retriever over 3 days of doggy daycare. I was travelling to Gloucester for my business and needed walks and daycare for Lucky. She did both brilliantly. She is kind, trustworthy and adores dogs. Thank you Lily. Lucky and I will definitely see you soon.”

Susie B.

“Hannah was great and Tony took to her straight away! Very communicative, sent lots of photos and updates and asked anything she wasn't sure of. Tony was very happy when I returned and I could tell he had been well looked after! I would definitely recommend Hannah and wouldn't hesitate to book again!”

Emily W.

About: I have grown up with dogs all of my life and have one myself. I’ve always enjoyed playing with them and getting to know them. I currently work shifts as a Health Care Assistant at Royal Preston Hospital but I am free on my days off. I can be flexible. I look after my Standard Poodle Florence who I take for a walk twice a day and play with her in the garden on my days off.

“Shannon was amazing, kept me updated regularly and very flexible!”

Fiona C.

“Holly got stuck straight in with our big Spanish Water Dog. She’s great with dogs and I had zero worries when in her care. I even got cute photo updates and my doggo was happy to greet her again the next day. Highly recommend”

Chelsea K.

“Sarah and John were so lovely. I had no hesitation in leaving Ted and Cato with them. They treated the house with great respect and our animals clearly warmed to them immediately. I would recommend them to anyone, but want to keep them just for us!”

Kate J.

“Emily looked after our little puppy when we went away for the night. She was really flexible and friendly the whole time. Our puppy is a little shy but he had a great time there and Emily looked after him very well, even letting him out at night. We would definitely use Emily again. Thank you xxx”

Megan H.

“Fantastic, reassuring and kind. Our cockapoo Mylo doesn’t get left and Becky was amazing with him. We also got a couple of pics showing him nice and settled and having cuddles. Would be super confident to leave Mylo with Becky again after a long time of not leaving him alone. Thank you so much Becky.”

Emma S.

“Sheryl was amazing in taking care of my two dogs. We don't leave them overnight often and they require regular medication so I was a little nervous, but she was so kind and caring that we immediately felt that they were in safe hands. Sheryl's communication was great and she provided updates which we really appreciated. Highly recommend, we will definitely reach out again in the future if we require her services again.”

E T.

“Sophie recently looked after Joey in our home for 10 days. Being a lab of just over a year, he is extremely busy and demanding of attention. She did an amazing job, taking him out on regular long walks and keeping him occupied with games. She kept us updated regularly with photos and he was clearly having the time of his life with her. When his food delivery was late, she went out of her way to go to the shops to buy more. Our home was also clean and tidy when we returned. I would not hesitate to book Sophie in the future. She is trustworthy, reliable and a lovely person, with a clear love of dogs!”

Fernanda M.

“Shaylee might just be the best in the business! We booked our 1 year old cocker spaniel Winnie to stay with Shaylee whilst we were on holiday for 4 days. It was a late booking and there was never a problem too big or too small with Shaylee. We received regular updates and pictures which made us feel reassured. Shaylee went above and beyond with looking after Winnie and I honesty can’t speak highly enough of the service Shaylee provides.”

James R.

“Great guy. Looked after my spaniel and house really well while I was away so I came back to a tired dog! Also looked after my fish tank as an added bonus.”

Rob T.