Doggy Day Care in Rugby

About: With years of hands on experience with my own dogs, I treat every dog like my own- offering patience, love and reliable care. I focus on building trust, understanding each dog’s personality, and making their time away from you stress-free. I have retired early from a long teaching career so I now have time on my hands to pursue other pleasures in life. My time is pretty flexible now on a weekly basis for daily dog walks and short or longer dog boarding in our lovely home. Our home has a walled secure garden. Dogs are free to roam around downstairs and come and go into the garden as they please. The kitchen tends to be the favourite place as there’s a warm range cooker on at all times. I also have a crate for dogs if they need a little space or time out! I have two elderly mini schnauzer’s and a old black lab who are all very laid back!

“Milo really had a great time at Ella's. He was relaxed when we went to pick him up, and Ella shared photos throughout which reinforced her involvement in what she is doing. We have already booked another day for Milo with her :)”

Poornima N.

“Eri was great with Mario and provided me with photos and videos throughout his stay! Eri was warm and welcoming from the first meet and made sure Mario was comfortable and relaxed whilst staying with her for the day, I am very grateful!”

Natalie M.

“I would highly recommend Nataly to anybody that would need somebody to look after their dog or puppy while at work. She has sent photos and given updates throughout both days Luna has been with her so far, and has also given me some tips on how to keep her burning energy even when she is eating, which is great considering Luna is a very energetic 9 week old puppy. This was my first time arranging anything like this, so I was anxious at first but I am very glad that I have found Nataly to look after Luna. Luna has come back home happy each time and I will definitely be arranging more days for Luna to see Nataly!!”

Chris R.

“Amy and Tristan made me feel completely at ease from the moment I met them. They are friendly and caring and kept me updated throughout Koah’s stay. Koah came home happy and worn out after nice walks in the local woods! I would recommend and will definitely be using them again. Thank you!”

Sophie F.

About: I grew up with dogs my whole life. Been missing having a pet around since moving to the UK and would love to help out by taking care of your dogs. My partner Jon who lives with me has always loved dogs and wants to gain more experience with them to hopefully one day get our own. One of us is currently working from home each day. We will be around to give your dog all the attention they are needing. We don’t work weekends and love spending our days out on walks and in the garden. We have a large fenced in garden for your dog to enjoy. We live near a large park where we can go on long walks with dogs if needed.

“Brill sitter & great communication re pics whilst we were away”

Felicity L.

“Such a great experience. Both were professional and friendly. Snoopy was so at ease and happy and loved Hugo. Would definitely recommend and will be using again.”

Naveen B.

About: I’ve grown up with cats and dogs and currently help look after my family’s senior golden retriever. I’m used to taking dogs on walks, bathing them, and giving them lots of attention and love. I’ve looked after dogs for family friends as well as for people I didn’t previously know, making sure they get all the care and attention they need while their owners are away. I have experience with dogs of all ages, from playful puppies to seniors who may need a bit of extra support. I’m comfortable giving medication or managing any specific needs. I’m also confident with all breeds and sizes, and I adjust easily to each dog’s personality and routine. I’m currently working bank staff, which means I’m very flexible. I have a lot of spare time and I’m free any time of day or night, even on short notice. If you prefer to pick your dog up early in the morning or late at night, that’s completely okay. I have a big fenced garden, and a very friendly and calm golden retriever to help keep your pup occupied. If preferred there is plenty of space in the house for the pup to be crated, or kept separate from the family dog.

“What a wonderful couple!! Firstly, as we were leaving our dog for the first time with Emma and Nick they arranged a small meet and greet for their dog to get to know ours. The play date went very well and both the dogs got along great - Bodie is a beautiful and kind dog as well so we had no concerns at all. Then on the day of the sitting , they sent us so many wonderful pictures, took great care of our dog , took him for a couple of amazing walks , gave him plenty of belly rubs treats and love. Our dog came back happy and tired which is always a great sign. Emma and Nick are truly very kind people and wonderful dog sitters - the best thing about them is that they will look after your dog like it's their own and there isn't much more you can ask for from someone sitting your dog. 10/10 would highly recommend!”

Apurva A.

About: My bond with dogs began unexpectedly—through rescuing an injured Chihuahua-Pomeranian mix. In November 2015, a small golden dog appeared at the entrance of my apartment building, walking only on his two front legs, almost like performing a circus act. After observing him, I realized he had no owner. Occasionally, when his hind legs touched the ground, he would let out a heart-wrenching whimper. I suspected he was injured and had come to seek help, but at the time, I didn’t know how to assist him properly. I immediately contacted a neighbour who had experience with dogs. We together took the injured dog to the hospital. The resilience and healing ability of animals is truly remarkable. After ten days of treatment, he recovered—he was able to walk using all four legs again, although still a bit unsteadily. From that moment on, he became a new member of my family. I prepared his meals with mashed chicken breast, carrots, broccoli, potatoes and eggs, which helped with his digestion and recovery. Before long, he made a full recovery and became my 7-year-old daughter’s beloved companion. Since then, I have rescued three more puppies, all of whom were once strays. They are the three you see in the photos: a black-and-white one named Spot, a tricolor one named Misu, and a golden-colored girl similar to a Golden Retriever named Fluffy. As they grew up, due to limited living space, I couldn’t keep them with me forever, so I had to make the difficult decision to find each of them a new, loving owner. I have been living and working in the UK for three years now, and I really miss the days when dogs surrounded me. When I worked, they would lie at my feet. When I curled up on the sofa to read, they would inevitably jump up and squeeze in beside me. When I cooked, of course, they had to follow me around, waiting for their share. What I loved most was taking them out for walks—they would chase each other across the grass, competing to fetch the tennis balls I threw far away. It was only today, when applying to become a pet sitter on Rover, that I realized with regret that I don’t have much photos of myself with my dogs (I found only one)! It’s almost unbelievable, but it’s true. I’m not someone who enjoys taking selfies, so I only kept many photos of my cats and dogs, or pictures of them with my daughter. I hope this doesn’t make you doubt my love for animals. So, if you want your dogs to feel happy and relaxed when you’re not around, let them come to my home. Just be careful—they might not want to go back with you afterward. My work schedule is flexible, and I can complete some tasks remotely, so your fur baby will always have my company. I love having them wander around freely and snuggle up next to me. I believe we’ll be great companions for each other. I live in a newly built apartment building, and it’s completely dry and not humid. There’s a grassy area downstairs where dogs can run around. Of course, I always keep them on a leash during walks to ensure their safety.

“Meghna looked after our cocker spaniel and did a great job. Very friendly and attentive. Our dog had a great time playing with theirs.”

Reena M.

“Our dog George had an amazing time with Katie and the others dogs she was sitting for. We had lots of updates throughout the day. He was shattered when I picked up, a sign of a fun filled active day! Thank you for having him”

Abigail C.

About: I know how important it is to leave your dog in safe hands. With a little dog of my own I can assure you we will love yours like our own! I have over 6 years of experience and can offer your dog all the spoils while staying with us. I’m at home most of the time too so they will be waited on 24/7. Please get in touch if you have any questions whatsoever! 😁 Currently I’m at home most of the time and we take our own dog out for walks a lot. Plus he loves company so would love a playmate! We have a 3 bed house with a fully fenced off garden. Trusting someone with your fur baby is a big thing, so we would take extra pro-cautions to ensure your dogs safety while staying with us!

“Adam is a superstar. First time for us leaving our dogs and as soon as we met Adam we instantly felt relieved and knew our dogs would be well looked after. They both came back happy and slept well after all the running around.”

Karina H.

“Beatriz was very friendly & accommodating. Sent lovely videos & pictures throughout the day, which really put me at ease! My pup looked to have a great day - thanks again!”

Jade G.

“Scruff had an amazing time with Wala. She made him feel comfortable and safe straight away and took really good care of him.”

Laura S.

About: I have had pets my whole life, all of them lived to a ripe old age before crossing the rainbow bridge. I have experience with dogs of all ages and sizes, I am able to administer medication. Having four adults in the household means there is no shortage of love and attention. I do not work and therefore I will be able to give your pet all the love, cuddles, attention and walks. My mom and dad live with us so there will be lots of extra cuddles. My backyard is fully fenced offering your pet a safe place to relax and play. There are four adults in the home, so there will be not shortage of love and attention. You can rest assured knowing that your pet will be in a happy and loving environment.

“Pippa is so lovely and kind. Harper was in good and safe hands. I have been updated within the day and looking my girl was having good time and enjoying. Definitely will be leaving Harper again with peace in mind.”

Dilek S.

“Absolutely perfect. Helped us out with short notice and raja had a wonderful time”

Rob S.