House Sitting in 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

About: Hello! I have many years of experience as a dog/cat sitter and owner. Ive just moved into the area and would love to use my spare time to help other pet owners in need. I have a very flexible schedule and offer both drop in and overnight services. I'm kind, compassionate and will make sure your furry friend has everything they need to feel comfortable, safe and loved while you are away. I'm happy to travel within the FOD and answer any questions you may have before booking with me :) I currently only work 4 days a week so have a very flexible schedule. I can do multiple visits a day if needed and can provide much longer day visits during the weekends. I’m a caring and attentive pet sitter who prioritises your pet’s comfort, happiness and routine while you’re away. I take the time to understand their unique personality and respect whatever boundaries they need. My goal is to provide a calm, safe and reassuring environment so both you and your pet feel completely at ease during your time apart and you know you’re going to come home to a happy pet!

“She was amazing with Kira and very flexible around my work hours, genuinely so sweet and accommodating definitely would recommend. This was my first time leaving Kira with a sitter and she made me feel so comfortable and at ease. Kira had a lovely time ❤️”

Naimah B.

“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.

“Lauren and her sister looked after my Cockerpoo for an overnight stay. Lovely girls, trustworthy and caring. They gave Patsy alot of attention, playing with her, taking her out for walks and sent me pictures. I felt at ease straight away knowing that she would be cared for very much. I would definitely have them again 100%. Thanks very much x”

Katherine H.

“Lily looked after Koba over the weekend and did a fantastic job, he was in great hands. Loved the pupdates it was great to see Koba was having fun too and she left the house very clean and tidy. Will definitely be using Lily again, Thank You!”

Molly G.

“Sophie was absolutely amazing with our 2 dogs and 2 cats. Received loads of photo updates every day and she even took the doggos for walks! Came back to 4 very happy and relaxed furbabies 🙂”

Karen T.

“Daisy really saved the day. We had a sitter cancellation last minute and she was unbelievably accommodating and easy to communicate with. She was really happy to help and Brutus took an immediate shine to her. Even though we hadn’t left Brutus with Daisy before it was obvious he was in really trustworthy hands and that’s everything. 100% will book again.”

Graham N.

“Our 3 guys loved having Emma look after them, highly recommended!”

Howard J.

“Ross was superb with my aged sheepdog. He slept next to her bed downstairs and they became best mates for two weeks. Nothing was too much trouble and he insisted on accompanying her to hydrotherapy sessions. He is a very kind person and I would have no hesitation in recommending him as a house/pet sitter.”

lesley k.

“Sheryl was absolute fantastic, very flexible and communicated really clearly and quickly with us. Luna absolutely loved her and we would definitely use her again!”

Kieran S.

About: I’ve cared for animals for as long as I can remember, growing up around both dogs and cats and regularly helping friends, neighbours and family with their pets from a young age. Looking after animals has always come naturally to me, and my love for them was especially inspired by my own dog, Toby. I understand that every pet has their own personality, routine and needs, and I always take the time to make them feel safe, comfortable and loved while in my care. Whether it’s energetic walks, puppy visits, companionship, feeding routines or quiet cuddle time, I genuinely treat every pet like family. I’m DBS checked, fully insured and Level 2 Canine First Aid trained, so owners can feel confident that their pets are in safe and caring hands. I also provide regular photo and video updates for extra peace of mind. 🐾 I currently support my partner in running his business, which gives me plenty of flexibility and time throughout the week to provide attentive, loving care for your pets. I’m available for boarding at weekends and on weekdays after 4pm, and I’m also available for walks, drop-ins, companionship visits and overnight care depending on your needs. I love spending quality time with animals, whether that’s adventures and playtime outdoors, calm companionship, cuddles on the sofa or helping nervous pets feel safe and comfortable while their owners are away. Your pet’s safety, happiness and comfort will always be my top priority, whether caring for them in my home or in the comfort of their own familiar environment. I understand that many pets feel most relaxed in their own home and routine, so I always aim to provide calm, loving and attentive care that keeps them feeling safe, settled and happy while you’re away. I’m well versed with local walking spots, parks and safe enriching areas for dogs to explore, including a beautiful arboretum right on my doorstep, helping make every walk both stimulating and enjoyable depending on your dog’s individual needs and energy levels. I am DBS checked, fully insured and Level 2 Canine First Aid trained, so owners can feel completely reassured their pets are in safe and capable hands. I’m also happy to provide regular photo and video updates throughout visits for extra peace of mind.

“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.

“Sophia was great. booking was simple and the communications was straight forwards. she took care of my dog cat, and house for almost two weeks. great updates during that period and I came home to a clean tidy house, and two very happy and healthy, well cared for animals. - would recomend.”

Mike D.

About: We understand from having dogs who do not like being left how important it is to have them cared for in a home environment. Our dog has full run of the house, sleeps on the bed and sofa and has three walks a day. My husband, Mark and I work from home and regularly look after friends pets when they go away from home. Recently, we looked after a springer spaniel for 6 weeks. However, our daughter is a vet so we understand that each dog has different needs and we would maintain any specific routine for your dog. Around 7 in the morning we go for our first walk of the day , then feed breakfast. Then another walk at lunchtime and we finish with an evening walk followed by supper. Our large garden is fully enclosed and dogs are not left on their own. Happy to follow a similar routine to what they have at their home.

About: I have owned dogs of many breeds for over 30yrs and board dogs of all breeds through family and friends. As I no longer have my own dog this is the perfect balance for me to still have dogs in my life I currently work full time from home with a very flexible schedule, your dog would have a home from home experience and I will follow any routine you require I have an enclosed fenced and secure garden, there is a field very close by for walking and the dog will be allowed the freedom to use my home as its own

“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.

About: I earned money in my local neighbourhood through caring for dogs from regular drops in to holiday cover/house sitting. We have always had a family dog who I have loved caring for. This has taken us from young puppies to elderly dogs. I am currently working to self finance my uni degree in sports science. I am fairly flexible with scheduling so should be able to work around you I like to meet the owners and pet to understand what the owner wants and to make the dog feel comfortable and know what he or she likes or dislikes.

“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.

About: Many years experience with all types of animals starting from a young age. compentent in senior care in animals , happy to adjust to their needs and adminster medication where needed. Also have experience with large breeds of dog such as Great Dane X and St Bernards. Fully adaptable to whatever pets you may have and any specific care they may need. Full time Dog walker and Petsitter with availability all year round. 7 days week including bank holidays Not Christmas day or Boxing Day this 2025. Willing and able to adapt to any specific details you may have regarding your pets. Daily updates and photos will be sent at the end of each day.