House Sitting Mid Sussex

“Our Teddy is a reactive dog (Particularly to strangers coming into the house. Catherine put in a lot of extra effort to take care of teddy (for example buying lots of toys he'd associate her with fun) and had a great time with lots of pictures. We would book with her again (already planning a trip in August) and can't recommend her enough.”

David S.

“A Perfect Experience! It was our first time booking a sitter so we were very nervous but Gina was so friendly and warm that from just the introductions, we were put at ease and had full confidence our home and Honey would be well cared for. We were right! Not only is Gina so professional and communicative, she is so generous too! We came back to a spotless flat and a happy kitty who was very confused where her new friend had gone. We cannot thank Gina enough for the wonderful experience and I just wish we had more to give. We will be booking again if we need to!”

Atlas and Levi Lovecraft

“Wonderful! Sophie popped round to meet Phoebe before hand and she doted on her (and Phoebe loved her too) she even got to meet an extra friend, Sophie’s daughter, and they had a great time playing. Sophie’s communication was clear and kind throughout and she took great care of Phoebe during a heatwave, sending lots of photos of Phoebe cooling down and being a happy pup. Would 100% recommend!”

dominic o.

“Emily was amazing looking after our two cats, a golden retriever doggie and even some fish:) All of that during an heatwave too! All the floofs are happy and very grateful! Thank you very much! ❤️”

Maria H.

“Graham was a great communicator and regularly kept me updated on how things were going while we were away with pictures and messages. I trusted him from the outset and he felt like a safe pair of hands. He also has a good sense of humour and seemed to understand the complexities of our pets which all have their own quirks!”

Amy D.

“Simone is a fantastic dog sitter. I went away for the week and Simone came to stay at our place to look after two dogs (aged 7). She was so great at communicating throughout, even suggesting a pre-meet beforehand. I was able to fully relax knowing they were being so well looked after, with regular pictures and videos. Simone also left the house spotless (infact it felt tidier than we left). Thank you Simone.”

Victoria W.

“Olivia was fab - arranged to come over to the house for a meet and greet to get to know our dog. All communication spot on. We had confidence that everything was going to be fine whilst we were away. Plus the dog seems knackered so they must have had a great time! Thank you, would get in touch again when the need arises 🌟😊”

Charley B.

About: I have a genuine passion for looking after animals. As well as sights like Borrow My Doggy, I am also a member of Trusted Housesitters and have looked after a range of young, old, small and large dogs and have built up a great relationship with all owners I work with. I would love to be considered to look after your pet. I’m currently working partly remote, meaning I have more spare time to attend to the pets I look after, including more regular walks and cuddles of course! Despite living in a flat, it is extremely spacious with access to a courtyard and parks close by. I would be happy to show you around ahead of a service.

About: I have had a dog since I was 8 years old and have years of experience looking after dogs of all kinds, as well as around 6 months experience of house-sitting with cats. My dog recently passed away and I am looking for some cute dogs and cats to hang out with to fill the pet-shaped hole in my heart! I am currently working at a secondary school full time, so my hours are approximately 8am-4pm. I am also doing a masters degree part time! I am able to be with the pet/house between the hours of 4pm and 7:30am, I will be free all day every day in the school holidays though! I am able to adjust and happy to fulfill any standards/training expectations that you are currently undergoing with your pet. I care well for pets of all ages, most recently having experience with elderly pets (both cat and dog).

About: I’ve grown up with dogs since I was 9 and often walked people’s dogs on ‘Borrow my Doggy’ in London and Sussex. I’ve often looked after friend’s dogs when they’re on holiday. I work from home so am able to look after a dog easily. I can walk dogs in the morning, at lunch and in the evening. I can also look after dogs at the weekend. I live very close to the park. I live in a flat but am only a few minutes from the park so can walk there very easily, multiple times a day with the dog.

“Thank you Joseph! Bob was absolutely comfortable and well taken care of, and attended to. With lots of daily updates and photos and videos, as well accommodating the home acitivites whilst we were away. Will definitely be using Joseph in future 🤗 Thank you”

Carla D.

“She was amazing. I ended up losing my mum and didn’t really want to go away but she made me relax and the way she sent endless pictures and videos it was amazing. Such a kind person and she even took my relative dog out to the pub which is brave but shows you she’s experienced and has confidence looking after my dogs. She’s amazing and I would be using her again.”

Raquel M.

“Melanie was great! Was open to meeting beforehand and looked after Pablo very well. Took him on a big walk and he enjoyed the countryside!”

Renata N.

“Alex looked after both my 11 week old puppies all day whilst I had a business meeting and she was absolutely amazing with them! I came home and Oakley was asleep in her arms. They definitely missed her when she left which is an amazing sign. Will hopefully have a long term relationship with Alex moving forward ? xx”

Georgia S.

About: I have grown up with dogs all my life as has my partner. I've mainly been around boxers (I can't remember a time that my parents haven't had a boxer). Gray has had a whole range of pets but always had a dog at home. Our current flat isn't dog friendly but we would love to have a pet when we move into a property more appropriate. We are also great at watering plants, taking in deliveries and caring for your house while you're away! We can work around your routines and mix walk, play and rest as required. We are also very understanding to each dogs individual needs. I currently work full time locally in Haywards Heath so I can pop round in the day time on my lunch break to let the dogs out whilst Gray is a teacher and can be more available during school holidays and weekends. We adapt ourselves to fit in with your routines and what works best for the dog. Our main priority is that while you are away your dog feels as comfortable as possible whilst in our care.

About: Hello! My name is Cami and I have been a qualified veterinary nurse since 2012. I love all animals and have many years experience caring for a huge variety of animals. Growing up we always had dogs as a family and I have done a lot of dog / cat sitting over the years. I am unable to have my own dog due to work etc so I love being able to care for others. I also love cats. I have an old male guinea pig called Waffles, a rescued dove called Pegasus and I share a horse called Billy. I work full time in the week Monday -Thursday 8.30am-5pm and I work every other weekend. I can do overnight stays and every other weekend. Unable to offer home boarding at mine due to my own pets - I have a guinea pig and a dove ! I am only able to stay at your home.

About: Hi, I'm Sophie. I started Walks by Sophie because I believe dogs deserve better than rushed walks in large packs. Walks are about so much more than exercise. Walks are how dogs socialise and explore the world, where they can feel included and cared for. ​ I've always adored dogs, from our first family dog to my current pup, Cher. After a decade building customer success teams for other peoples businesses, I decided it was time to build something of my own - here in Burgess Hill, the community I live in. ​ I didn't rush it, I spent time working for an established local dog walking business first, learning the job properly before putting my name on it. Walks by Sophie is the result of that - a small, considered business built to last. Each dog I care for gets the same love, patience and attention I give my own dog. ​ I also offer a boutique dog sitting service for when you’re away. Every dog I sit for enjoys either two 30 minute walks or one hour long walk each day, whichever suits them best. The same unhurried, attentive care, in the comfort of their own home. The dogs will never be left for more than 4 hours and will receive plenty of enrichment and unlimited fuss. ​ Fully insured, DBS checked and pet first aid trained. Because the basics aren't optional. Hello, I'm Sophie. I own Walks by Sophie, my professional dog walking and sitting business based in Burgess Hill. Walks by Sophie specialises in weekly small group walks, with a maximum of three dogs at a time. No large packs, no overstimulation, just calm, considered walks where every dog gets proper attention. I believe routine and consistency are two of the most important things you can give a dog. For me it’s about helping a dog feel settled, secure and mentally enriched. That same thinking shapes how I sit. Sitting fits naturally into my working week and your dog will never be left alone for more than 4 hours. This is my career, not a casual hobby. Sitting days are planned around the dog's needs, never squeezed in for convenience. Your dog stays in their own home, in their own routine, with their bed and bowl. I’m experienced, genuinely present throughout the day and after a 10 year career as Head of Customer Success, your experience of me and my service matters a lot. I'm fully insured, DBS checked and pet first aid trained. You'll also get a meaningful daily update so you can fully relax.

“Jordan and her husband did a great job looking after Mabel for a few hours, she was very happy when we picked her up and Jordan even sent me a lovely video too”

Becky B.

About: A calm, loving environment where your dog or cat feels safe and settled. Love dog walks, spending quality time & care. Looking forward to meeting your pet! Looking after dogs isn’t just something I want to do - it’s what I genuinely care about. Since having Rex for the past 3 years (we share him part-time), I’ve seen first-hand how much love, joy and energy a dog brings into your life. He’s not “just a pet” - he’s part of our family. Rex comes everywhere with us - walks, garden centres, watching my 7-year-old son play football, even out for food when we can. He’s included in our life, not left behind. And that’s exactly how I would treat your dog. 🐾 Family included 🐾 Walked, loved and stimulated 🐾 Part of the day - not just fitted into it I understand how important that bond is because I have it myself. When your dog is with me, they won’t just be supervised - they’ll be cared for. X 🐾 A Home From Home For Your Dog Dogs aren’t just pets in our house - they’re family. I have a fully fenced, secure garden for safe playtime, plus an open field nearby for long walks, fresh air and proper runs to burn off energy. At home, your fur baby won’t be alone - my friendly nearly 3-year-old dog will be there to keep them company and make it even more fun. He’s social, loving and used to being around other dogs. Inside you’ll find: 🐶 Comfy dog beds around the house 🧸 Lots of toys for play and stimulation 🏡 A calm, loving family environment If your dog is crate trained, I’m more than happy to use your crate (supplied by you) to keep their routine consistent. If not, they’re welcome to settle wherever they feel most comfortable. When your dog stays with us, they’re included - walks, cuddles, family time and lots of love. I also have business insurance (protectivity) & have DBS - happy to send over documents upon request.

“Delilah has been great with our 6 year old sausage Hugo. Delilah very kindly came to dog sit Hugo in our home (at short notice) while we were away, she happily treated Hugo as her own dog with walks, feeding, toilet breaks and cuddles. Thank you so much for your help, we are so pleased we found you on here! xx”

Victoria H.