Cat Sitting in New Forest

About: Hi pet parents, I'm Laura a devoted and passionate animal lover, I have owned, looked after and cared for dogs, cats and horses for 34 years. I am excited to be able to ensure your pet feels safe and loved while you’re away. Whether it’s daily walks, playtime, or just some extra cuddles, I’m here for all your pet’s needs. Let’s connect and make your pet’s experience enjoyable and stress-free! I can offer reliable, trustworthy dog walking, pet sitting in your own house, and pop-in services in Dibden Purlieu SO45 surrounding areas. Whether your pup needs a fun-filled walk, companionship while you're away, or just a quick check-in, I'm here to provide that valuable care and attention. My strategy is centred around building trust and understanding with each dog or cat ensuring they feel comfortable and happy in my presence. I'd love to meet you and your furry friend. Contact me to book a meet-and-greet or discuss your pet's specific needs. I am so looking forward to hearing from you soon :) I can offer my pet care services anytime on a Monday from 8am till 6pm or Saturday from 8am till 8pm and Sundays 8am till 6pm. I live in a beautiful 5 bed detached house right on the edge of the New Forest and a wonderful fenced safe garden. I also have 2 children and a husband that equally love animals so a great support network.

“Great service provided, my cat Millie is a very timid cat but took to Hollie straight away. Reliable, friendly and trustworthy! Highly recommend Would 100% use Hollie again :) Thank you”

Gemma H.

“Hannah was great for the weekend she looked after Percy - good communication beforehand and lovely updates during. Came home to a content cat 🙂”

Rosie S.

“Many thanks for looking after Jack.”

Alex G.

“Lauran was awesome! She changed my booking last minute after I put the wrong dates in. Was reliable, took great photos and cleaned up. 10/10”

Bill W.

“Hilary was prompt and super friendly! Her and Apollo got on amazingly. Can’t wait to have her back to look after Apollo again in the future ☺️”

Emily T.

About: Hi, I’m Charlie! I’ve always loved animals and have plenty of experience looking after them. As an ecologist, I’m used to observing and understanding animal behaviour, which has given me valuable skills for caring for pets with their unique needs and personalities. I grew up with German Shepherds and spent lots of time with my partner’s Airedales, so I’m used to big, energetic dogs and their quirks. I’ve trained puppies, cared for lovely senior dogs, and am certified in First Aid for Cats and Dogs. I also have experience caring for cats, horses, reptiles, hedgehogs, rabbits, hamsters, and even insects. I’m flexible with my availability and can adjust to fit your schedule. Based in Southampton with a car, I’m happy to drive - just let me know your preferred times, and I’ll do my best to accommodate! I am reliable, responsible, and communicative when it comes to pet care. Your pet’s safety, well-being, and happiness are my top priorities, so we can discuss how to best care for your dog. Whether it’s in your home or mine, I’ll make sure your dog feels comfortable, secure, and well-loved.

About: I have been around animals my whole life including helping my parents run an animal sanctuary .I have taken care of all sorts including,foxes,badgers,birds of prey,ponies and pot bellied pigs to name a few. I love all animals and would love and care for them just as they deserve to be cared for. I have just left working in education for 20 years fulltime and have decided to spend some of my days or weeks caring for our beloved pets. I can' t think of a lovelier way to spend some spare time either out in the fresh air for a lovely walk or snuggled up in the warm with some of our furry friends. I am advertising as a pet sitter in the comfort of your home where your pets will feel safe and secure whilst you are away. I have insurance, a DBS and have been on many pet courses to ensure i am always up to date on what your pets deserve. I am a patient, kind, trustworthy and loving person who always has integrity. I am a non-smoker and drinker and will treat your home and your pets with the upmost respect.

“Eleanor was great with purrkins and tilly. Sent regular updates and photos”

Chloe H.

About: Hello, My name is Claire and I am a avid lover of dogs. I grew up in Dorset with a household of 7 dogs throughout my childhood, of various breeds large and small. Weekends were spent on long country dog walks as a family in the Dorset Countryside, come rain or shine. My family also breed Springer Spaniels and Jack Russel’s. I have experience of rehoming rescue dogs and of supporting with the training of reactive/nervous dogs. I am canine first aid trained from OffQual accredited course provider. Fully insured, council licensed boarder and DBS checked. I have 2 Miniature Smooth Haired Dachshund, Winter and Clementine. I am a registered dog breeder and have successfully raised a litter of 5 Dachshund puppies to date, from Winter. I have boarded and cared for many dogs over the years for friends and family, including my own puppies returning for holiday cover. I am fully home based and have a large secure garden. We live in a beautiful area for walks, close to the New Forest National Park and three local beaches. My husband Martin and I have 2 school age children (7 & 12) who are very mature and excellent with dogs. I am comfortable and experienced at caring for dogs of all sizes, ages and temperaments. I am physically strong and able to care for all energy levels. I love smaller breeds also and am experienced with elderly dogs or those who need more support due to character or disability. As a Dachshund owner, I am familiar with the special care needed for back health and diet as well as issues with stubbornness or separation anxiety, which can be common for the breed. I have also kept and cared for animals such as Guinea Pigs, Hamsters, Rabbits, Cats and Chickens, so am happy to discuss other services for Pet Care. I have my own car and am happy to travel for services. I can care for pets in my clean, comfortable home, overnight and holiday cover services available. I have a very large fenced and safe garden with ramps for small breeds. Your dog will have constant access to the garden and house and I can accommodate crated dogs if needed. My aim would be for my home to feel like a home away from home. I am happy to support with learning and reinforcing your commands and support with training of puppies, while on walks or home environments. Caring for your dog/animal is my mainstay of work. I will care for your dog with my own, or separate to them if required for your dog’s comfort. It is just myself at home during school hours so I will be fully dedicated to your Pet. I am happy to offer dog bathing where needed. I can walk your dog to fit with times and length of walk as per their normal schedule. There are numerous safe track and field walks in my local area, or I can take your dog to its usual walking area if needed, close to your home/appropriate for service required. My dog care style is experienced and caring and safe. I am experienced at using hand signals with dogs and will learn your command/recall instructions. I love to sit with dogs and give them affection, listening to their ques and what they need. You can inform me of any needs your pet my have and I can accommodate. I have many crate sizes/beds/toys and enrichment toys available. I can of course accommodate dietary needs in terms of food preparation and serving. Your dog’s consistent wellbeing and comfort is my priority. My typical day will be spent ensuring your dog is safe, secure and cared for. I will cater for your dogs needs and to your preferences. While having lots of fun, exercise and stimulation. I am am home all day with a sort afternoon school run. I have a car and am happy to travel and collect as part of my services. My dog care style is experienced and caring and safe. I am experienced at using hand signals with dogs and will learn your command/recall instructions. I love to sit with dogs and give them affection, listening to their ques and what they need. Information Claire. would like to know about your pet You can inform me of any needs your pet my have and I can accommodate. I have many crate sizes/beds/toys and enrichment toys available. I can of course accommodate dietary needs in terms of food preparation and serving. Your dog’s consistent wellbeing and comfort is my priority. A typical day My typical day will be spent ensuring your dog is safe, secure and cared for. I will cater for your dogs needs and to your preferences. While having lots of fun, exercise and stimulation.

About: I love all animals from Dogs and Cats to the birds I feed in my garden. I have volunteered for Bluecross Rehoming Centre in Southampton for 4 years and go every Sunday to sit with the cats in their care and I also foster cats waiting for their forever homes. I have looked after friends cats and dogs for many years and often walk friends dogs on the common which is near to me, a walk with a dog is always more fun. I am making pet care my full time job, so I can work around your schedule. I can provide boarding at weekends too if needed. I have a secure garden which your dog would have unlimited access to, when caring for your pet in your home I will follow your routine as closely as possible.

“John was amazing with Thor. I am a “pet mum” full of requests and reminders , lists on the wall and especially i request a continues update. John gave me everything I requested and he was really caring and affectionate with Thor🥰 I was a little apprehensive about many things cause although Thor is not a Huge dog is anyway a dog of a certain size, I have nothing but good words about him and I will for sure book him again in the future.”

Jessica V.

About: I have taken care of dogs of all kind for most of my life! My main priority has always been to ensure their health and comfort; going for walks everyday and providing a healthy balanced diet. As of recent years, I have built up my knowledge of caring for senior dogs due to having a 16-year-old Jack Russel and I have also learnt how to deal with different behaviours thanks to dog sitting for friends and family! I am currently working part-time from home, therefore I am fully fit to accompany your pup whenever is needed! My flexible hours allow me to be available 7 days a week, from whenever time is required! I have a fenced garden and a pet free house, to accommodate pets of every kind! There is no restrictions as to going on furniture, and your pup will be welcome to roam wherever and I have flexible space to host a crate if required!

About: I have offered dog walking and pet sitting services for over 7 years. I recognise the anxiety that comes with trusting another person to care for your animals, and I always treat every pet as if it was my own! I work as a full time nurse, and my schedule changes every week. This means I have some weekdays and some weekends available to offer pet walking and sitting services. I currently do not offer any pet sitting services within my own home, due to having my own pets and this being their own space.

About: I've grown up with dogs and in turn my children have grown up with their own dog. After she passed we began pet sitting , now 2.5 years on with 20 5* reviews this is our way of life. We have experience from puppy to twilight years, and we are confident giving medication, grooming, and keeping your pets routine. I specialise in walkies ; the kids specialise in cuddles and playtime and Pete is the constant company whilst pet sitting as he works from home. As a family we will take care of your pet as our own. Your pets become one of the family, going everywhere suitable with us and recieving a lot of time and affection . We are early to rise to take care of the pets morning routine. We are active during the days, we love to walk and explore and later in the day love cosying up quietly for pet snuggles. We are a quiet family and provide a peaceful, stable environment. We love keeping routines. We are happy to walk dogs on or off lead, short or long walkies ! During 20 5* pet sits we have never had any incident or issues. We are Airbnb Superhosts of 9 years so you can be assured your house will be kept immaculate.

About: I have two adopted animals from rescue and one girl I’ve had from a puppy. My eldest has medication and specific washing requirements so I’m used to doing that. I drive so can facilitate vet appointments if needed as required. I work from home, so can work to suit schedules and be near animals as required. I have smaller dogs myself which we can separate if this is something your animal isn’t used to. Having animals myself I understand often complex needs and requirements and can adjust to fit various circumstances as needed. I can familiarise myself with any routine required, and happy to attend beforehand as needed to speak to the owner. I was previously an estate agent, so understand how to lock property safely and take care of the owners space and privacy. I would like to think I am reliable and trustworthy such that it can be one worry less during busy times in your schedule.

About: I am 18 years old and about to finish a level 3 qualification in animal management which allowed me to develop my knowledge on the care of a wide range of animals including domestics, and I was able to gain more experience with cats and dogs during practical sessions. I was taught how to complete thorough health checks (both visual and physical) to ensure I am able to monitor their health. I have had a cat since I was around four years old and I got a dog around 3 years ago so I am familiar with the typical routine of a domestic pet, plus I have some skills in dog training as I was required to train my dog for an assignment at college. Besides my own pets, I have cared for both cats and dogs since I was young as I would look after friends and family’s pets when they were away. I completed a six month placement at a kennel and cattery, during my first year of college, where I gained hands on experience with administering care for cats and dogs and I was taught to be able to recognise their behaviours and identify when something may be wrong. Last year I also volunteered at an animal shelter for a few months where the majority of my responsibilities involved caring for cats of all ages and temperaments - which included cleaning out, feeding, providing enrichment, and socialising, especially with young or nervous cats. Some of my tasks also involved working with the dogs such as cleaning out, exercising, grooming, providing enrichment, and socialising. I am currently at college 3 days a week, however I am free on Wednesdays, Friday afternoons, Saturdays and Sundays. I may also be available after college in the evenings in some cirumstances. I provide care in the pet owner’s home so that the animal can stay in a comfortable and familiar environment. I follow any specific instructions to ensure their routine is kept the same. I aim to build trust with both the animals and their owners through clear communication and reliability.

About: I have had a love of animals ever since I can remember, but dogs are my absolute love. I have cared for many over the years, including my own, friends and family. I have all the experience to provide a safe and loving environment for your dog to stay at when you need it. I have experience of many breed types and characters, as well as the knowledge to care for puppies to seniors and dogs with long term illnesses, such as diabetes or pancreatitis. I am home every day, all day and therefore am more than able to provide a tailored routine for your dog. Their needs would be my primary concern. I have a friendly dog who is always happy to have other dogs come to stay or walk with us. They would have the run of the house as our dog does. We have a garden and a wood just across the road to walk in every day.

About: I'm a dog lover but sadly my work doesn't allow me to have my own so I get my fix by dog sitting for others. I frequently look after dogs for family and friends and have had only positive feedback. I work full time Monday - Friday and one weekend in four. My work is flexible and allows for home and hybrid working giving me availability for walking and drop ins. I generally work from home Monday and Friday and am normally available from 4pm Tuesday - Thursday. My job allows a level of flexibility so if my default calendar isn't showing me as available, please give me a message and we may be able to work something out. I'm an avid hiker and walker so I'm no stranger to long walks in the forest and some canine company would compliment that. I live in a bungalow just a 5 minute drive from the beautiful New Forest and 10 minutes from the local beach. The road I live in is quiet and I am the sole occupier with no pets of my own. I have a fair sized garden which is fully fenced and secure. I treat pets as I would my own and they are allowed on the furniture and the bed. I am a non smoker and maintain a tidy home. I'm strict with their diet so you can rest assured they won't be snacking on food that isn't good for them.

About: I have taken care of every animal I can think of from snakes, spiders, rats, guinea pigs, fish and of course cats and dogs. I pride myself in offering affordable animal care and since my dogs passing earlier this year, I have found I have an empty space in my heart. I still dog sit for friends and dog walk for them but I'd like to now pursue this as a career with my passion for animals. I do work, so I need to work around my schedule but I do work either mornings or evenings so that is one bonus. I also drive and can take pups out and about to fulfil their energetic needs I am currently unable to offer any stays at my own home due to having 2 cats, one of which is a scaredy cat and is dog savvy but prefers to be without them I work full time which means my availability is limited. I usually book off my rover days so please still enquire but be aware I may need notice:) Also please be aware that there may be additional charges in accordance to the dog sitting request timings As a responsible pet lover, I will ask questions such as whether your pet can be on or off lead. Whether you are expecting visitors. I will always do more than one meet and greet which is free of charge. It is only walking and sitting that I charge for. This is to ensure the dog and I are a good match as your pets trust and comfort is key priority