Doggy Day Care Mid Devon

“Murad was very helpful and able to help us at short notice. His communication was really good with quick responses. Dickie appeared to have a great stay and he looked really comfortable with Murad and his wife which told me they had looked after well.”

Adelaide H.

“My dog was well looked after and clearly happy in the company of Jo and Mario. I was updated with text and photos throughout the day as it was his first time with someone else. Drop off and collection was easy with Jo making sure my dog was comfortable. I’d happily book with Jo again.”

Han C.

“Three very happy dogs. They had a brilliant time.”

Owen E.

About: I have successfully looked after many dogs for many years, and love their company. I did have a wonderful dog of my own who was a rescue dog and became incredible company. I have over 30 years experience with looking after dogs and cats. I enjoy looking after other peoples' beloveds while they go on holiday, or when they have work commitments. I have also had many cats of my own and loved them all. I live close to parks and other great walks for dogs. I am a writer and professional artist working from home. Plenty of time for walks, company and play. I have a fenced garden and live on a quiet road. I will always follow your dog's routine, as arranged with yourself, to help make them feel at home. For example, meal times, any special diets, or requirements. It’s always helpful to know your dog’s temperament with other dogs, how they are on/off lead. They will be well cared for. I also paint dog portraits in watercolour, please see photos.

About: ✨ Get £15 off your first booking with code KATIE87093 ✨ Hi, I’m Katie. I’m 38 and live in a small countryside hamlet near Tiverton. I grew up on a farm surrounded by animals, and that love has stayed with me my whole life. These days my partner and I share our home with four rescue dogs and three cats, so caring for animals is very much part of everyday life. I currently work as an Animal Care Assistant in rescue, supporting dogs with a wide range of needs, and I’m studying for a degree in dog training and behaviour. Before working in rescue, I was a registered nurse, so compassion, reliability, and attention to detail are at the heart of how I care for both people and animals. If you are looking for someone experienced, calm, and genuinely passionate about animals, I would love to help. Dog walking: I offer tailored dog walks around Tiverton and the surrounding countryside. Every dog is different, so walks are adapted to suit their personality, energy level, and health. Some dogs enjoy a relaxed sniffy stroll while others prefer a longer countryside adventure. My aim is always to give dogs safe exercise, enrichment, and a positive experience. I am comfortable working with puppies who are learning about the world, senior dogs who need gentler exercise, anxious or reactive dogs, and dogs with health conditions such as hip dysplasia. Safety, calm handling, and patience are always my priority. Drop in visits / home visits: If your pet is happiest staying in their own environment, I offer 30 minute or longer drop in visits. Visits can include letting dogs out for toilet breaks, feeding and fresh water, playtime and enrichment, litter tray cleaning, administering medication, and plenty of company and reassurance. I am also happy to help with small household tasks while you are away, such as watering plants, bringing in post, or turning lights on and off. You will always receive regular updates, photos, and messages so you can relax knowing your pets are safe and cared for. Dog boarding: I also offer short periods of home boarding for well matched dogs. Dogs staying with us become part of our daily routine and enjoy walks, enrichment, and lots of company. Our own dogs have morning and evening walks, shorter lunchtime enrichment, including plenty of sniffing games and brain work or just playing in the garden! They aren’t a terribly high energy bunch, so they’re just as happy relaxing by the fire with us too. We have a secure fenced garden and visiting dogs are always supervised. Introductions are done gently, often starting with a short walk up the lane so everyone can settle naturally. We are used to supporting nervous or reactive dogs and understand the patience and calm approach they need. Quiet spaces and a separate room are available for dogs who prefer their own area. Other pets: Alongside dogs and cats I have experience caring for many other animals including rabbits, rodents, chickens, exotics, horses, and farm animals. If you have a small menagerie at home that is absolutely fine with me! Qualifications and experience: - Animal Care Assistant in rescue - Former Registered Nurse with a first class degree - BSc Psychology 2:1 including animal behaviour - Dog Training and Behaviour Degree Level 6 - in progress - Experience with international rescue organisations - Fostered dogs and cats with complex needs - Owner of Bark and Bramble natural dog treats - Run Waggy Trails Dog Park - DBS checked and public liability insured - Clean driving licence and vehicle fitted with dog seat belts and crate if needed I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your pets. I treat every animal as if they were my own and aim to provide calm, attentive, personalised care. If you would like to chat or arrange a meet and greet, please feel free to send me a message. I would love to hear about your pets and how I can help. Katie x I work in rescue and am currently able to offer early morning or afternoon drop ins on working days, but I can be flexible on days off. I know all animals needs are different and have experience with anxiety and reactivity, so I will always adapt my interactions to suit them. I will care for them exactly as you wish in both my own home and yours - you know them and their needs better than anyone.

About: We have looked after dogs when friends go on holiday we have had our own dogs over the years a red setter called Sammy and our grandson German Shepard called Riley We have done puppy walking for the blind and looked after her for a year before she was trained as a guide dog. We love all animals and spend time walking in the national trust parks and woodland areas also we love the beach and water I currently work part time in a village 2 miles from our home ,my husband is retired so at home all day so have loads of time to spend with your pets We have an enclosed garden laid in decking we have a field just up the road for dogs to play and we belong to the national trust which is really close to us they encourage pets and have lots of space to explore

“Emily and her partner with great. Made us feel so at ease from the start. Asked lots of good questions to understand Paxo and how to best care for him. She took him out for a lovely long walk and he had a great play with her lovely dog, and then they settled in for some nice down time. Paxo was in very safe hands and will will look forward to using Emily again in the future”

Emma C.

“Julia provided a wonderful calm environment for Merri. Lovely country walks and a paddock for zoomies. Julia had prepared so carefully and thoughtfully and I would very highly recommend.”

Katherine L.

“Another great stay for Ruby. Reunited with lovely Mala after a few weeks. They had a fabulous time running around and playing together all day”

Henry F.

“Emma was absolutely fantastic in looking after Loki for the day. As soon as he arrived Emma gave him a huge fuss, lots of cuddles and made him feel very welcome. When I arrived to collect him he was so relaxed and at totally at home. I would not hesitate to recommend Emma.”

Suzie K.

“Paddy had a wonderful stay with Shelagh and her husband Pete. Paddy can get overexcited on meeting new people and had not boarded away from home or stayed with another dog before so we were uncertain how he would react. We needn’t have worried. Shelagh and Pete are very animal aware and felt he’d settle into his new routine. He had an initial two day visit, spent a lovely time running free in the enclosed field, and we returned to collect him finding the two dogs perfectly happy wandering around together. A real success - we instantly booked Paddy for a week’s stay so we could go away on holiday on our own. Very pleased and grateful for Shelagh & Pete’s care.”

Elizabeth T.

“Our 1 year old black labrador spent the day with Maggie where he was given lots of attention and play throughout the day. She sent photos during the day to give us peace of mind that he was being well looked after and that he was having fun! Thanks Maggie, we will definitely book again”

David T.

“We couldn’t recommend Tilly highly enough. From the very first moment, she showed such a calm, thoughtful and genuinely caring approach, always putting Romy’s comfort and wellbeing first. She really took the time to help her feel relaxed and at ease, which made a huge difference for us. Throughout the day, Romy was clearly in the best hands. When we picked her up, she was completely herself: happy, confident and relaxed… and once we got home, she collapsed straight into a deep sleep, which says everything about how much positive activity, play and engagement she’d had! It’s obvious that Tilly truly understands dogs and creates a lovely, balanced environment, especially with her own sweet cockapoo, Lila. Romy had an amazing time, and we felt totally reassured knowing she was being cared for so thoughtfully. We wouldn’t hesitate for a second to book with Tilly again and would warmly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, kind and fantastic dog sitter. Thank you so much, Tilly! Romy can’t wait to come back! 🐾💛”

Michele L.

About: I have lived with multiple dogs my whole life, and also compete in agility competitions. I currently have two collie x bitches, one is 12, the pup is 8 months old. Your dog(s) must be friendly with other dogs and cats. I will be home during the day when your doggie friend(s) are with us. I do a morning walk and evening walk, unless we are going on a day walk to the Moors or the beach when your doggie can come too! I am happy to have dogs for short or long stays, to suit you. Can do pick up, drop offs and airport runs. Free public car park in the village can assist with this. Secure garden and lots of local walks in woodland and near rivers. Experience looking after a wide variety of breeds. Happy to use a crate if that is what your doggy is used to

“Erin was amazing throughout Minnie’s stay! She communicated well, was very reliable and friendly! I felt very comfortable with leaving Minnie with Erin! Minnie had a lovely time, she didn’t want to leave Erin’s house in the end! I would trust Erin with Minnie again and would highly recommend Erin to all my friends and family! Thank you so much!”

Anna C.

“I've never left my dog with anyone other than people we know well, but due to unavoidable circumstances I had to find someone to care for her. Kimber was amazing, she arranged for a meet and greet to see how well the dogs got on and whether my dog would suit the household etc. Atty had the best time with Kimber, so much so that she happily ran into the house the next day to greet her new friends! Kimber provides photo updates and a debrief of the day when I collect Atty. Shes easily contactable and I can tell she absolute adores having my dog there & makes her part of the family. My dog leaves very sleepy from all the walks, play and attention! I feel so lucky that I messaged Kimber & if I need dog care again will 100% be reaching out to her first!”

Nicole N.

About: We have looked after friends and family pets in the past. We live in enclosed bungalow with garden. No pets of our own since we lost our bernese 3 years ago. No children. Grandchildren visit occasionally. My wife is retired and I currently work 2 or 3 days a week. We do not have any of our own pets and grandchildren visit occasionally. We have a fenced garden. A patio area and a lawned area. Pets will always be treated as if they were our own. And we will always adhere to the owners wishes and requests.

About: We are experienced dog owners and have had our own German Shepherd for the past seven years. I also grew up with both dogs and cats, so caring for animals has always been a part of my life. We have a large, fully fenced garden where dogs can play safely, and we provide a calm, loving home environment. To ensure every dog receives plenty of attention and care, we only look after one guest dog at a time. We understand that every dog has its own personality and routine, and we will do our best to make them feel happy, comfortable, and at home while you're away. Pet care fits naturally into our daily routine. I work from home most of the time, so your dog will have plenty of company and supervision throughout the day. Occasionally, I need to visit warehouses or shops, but I am usually away for no more than two hours. If needed, my wife also works from home on some days and can be there while I'm out. We have an 8-year-old German Shepherd who is very friendly and enjoys the company of other dogs, so your furry friend will have a companion to play and relax with. Our home has a large, secure, fully fenced garden where dogs can safely run, play, and explore. We also have excellent walking routes close to our house, so your dog will enjoy regular walks, exercise, and plenty of outdoor time. We treat every dog as part of the family and will follow their usual routine as closely as possible to help them feel comfortable and settled. Your dog's safety, comfort, and happiness are our top priorities. We only care for one guest dog at a time, allowing us to give them our full attention and provide a calm, stress-free environment. Before each stay, we like to learn about your dog's routine, personality, dietary needs, exercise requirements, and any medical conditions so we can provide care that closely matches what they are used to at home. We will also follow any instructions regarding medication, feeding, or training. Our home has a large, fully fenced and secure garden where dogs can play safely under supervision. They are never left outside unattended for extended periods. We provide regular walks, plenty of playtime, and lots of affection, while also respecting dogs that prefer a quieter environment. We have an 8-year-old, friendly German Shepherd who enjoys the company of other dogs. For everyone's safety, we will only accept dogs that are friendly with other dogs, and we are happy to arrange a meet-and-greet beforehand to ensure everyone is comfortable. Throughout your dog's stay, we are happy to send regular updates and photos to give you peace of mind while you're away.

“Paige is wonderful, kind, caring, 100% recommend her!”

Emma H.

“Alberto was absolutely brilliant with Gizmo and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better first daycare experience. Gizmo had a full day of lovely walks, socialising with another dog and lots of stimulation, and it was clear from the photos/videos that he was having an amazing time and was really comfortable and happy. Communication was great, and Alberto was really calm, kind, reassuring and knowledgeable. Gizmo came home happy, relaxed and completely exhausted 😂 Would absolutely recommend and will definitely be booking again. Thank you so much!”

Darrel J.