House Sitting Stroud

“A great sit once again from Kav - it's clear just how much he cares for my dogs and their needs and I feel safe knowing he's taking care of them - they always look happy and well-looked after on my return. With the heat Kav took care to make sure they were kept hydrated and adapted their walks to keep them safe. He goes above and beyond with making sure that my home is left clean and tidy and accommodates my high-needs dogs with ease. A perfect option if you're looking for a sitter that is flexible, caring and comfortable with dogs with high needs.”

Dionne S.

“Couldn't of been happier with Lisa's services to our two dogs. Both of them absolutely loved Lisa and I'm sure are missing her, will be sure to be using Lisa again in the future.”

Jess

“Natalie and Jodie were wonderful sitters for our little dog. They took very good care of him and kept us updated on things. He clearly had a great time and they are both very loving and considerate. I would definitely recommend them to anyone. They also left our house spotless.”

Sarah Q.

“Annie is wonderful with out 2 Labradors. gave them complete attention and walks.. played with them and the boys were so happy. Also as an overnight sitter 100% trustworthy. The best dogsitter !! Professional and everything you could ask for. Thank you”

Graham A.

About: I fell in love with animals from the age of 4 - I grew up with a cockatoo called chaz, followed by a boxer called holly then that was it, I was hooked. My first dog was a cocker spaniel his name was bailey he was such a delight, full of beans and cuddles. This made me want to learn more. I have worked in kennels and a cattery - So I have quite a broad knowledge in assisting with care and daily routines. I have also undergo behavioural training courses for dogs. I have pet sat for friends and family, stayed at their houses and dropped in for feeding/cleaning and walks. My last dog was a military trained belgium malinois - he passed away last year unfortunately but that didnt stop me. I now look after friends cats and my parents cocker spaniel. Very willing and happy to help where I can. I am a stay at home mum, with another on the way, so happy to work around your routines. Available mornings afternoons and early eve for walks, drop ins, feeds and playtime. I have experience in walking pets, feeding, medicating, cleaning out, washing and meeting all needs due to working in a cattery and kennels/ pet hotel. I have a large grassy area/ high fenced garden. Leads and bowls available, I have a full clean driving license with boot room for transporting.

About: I have many years of experience with dogs of all sizes especially bigger dogs, I currently own a Lurcher who is a massive bundle of energy! I have grown up with many cats through out my life of various breeds I currently work from home and attends university in Cheltenham so I am free most days to look after your pets in the best possible way I have a large garden that is fenced in and live a short walk away from crop fields and Standish woods so your dogs can run all they want

“Amazing host. Took care of my Little girl,.took pictures amd spoilt her rotten with attention whilst I went out. Would use again xx”

Bryony S.

About: I have had dogs and/or cats my whole life and have frequently looked after dogs and cats of friends or family as a walker and a sitter. I’ve also worked at an animal rescue centre so have experience with dogs of a wide range of breeds and temperament. I’m currently working part time and generally from home so I’m quite flexible with daily times. I go out walking for fresh air and exercise anyway so being accompanied by a dog would make it even better. If dog sitting in your home I can stick with a routine and any needs your pet may have. I keep them safe and relaxed.

“Liz was great, really organised and thorough. Lovely pre visit prior to the sit to get to know the dogs. Sky and Charlie were very pleased to see her on the actual sit”

Sally C.

About: I have been working as professional cat sitter for nearly 10 years now and have enjoyed building relationships with both the cat clients and their owners, I'm now ready to expand my offering to dogs in the Stroud area and beyond. I've had pets nearly all my life, some dogs as young girl and always cats.... I was an original cat girl until our beautiful beagle 'Cookie' won my heart in 2021. I'm really confident with most dogs now and often sit or walk our neighbours' when needed. As a puppy, Cookie gave us butter wouldn't melt looks but never a dull moment. Both myself and husband immersed into the world of dog training, doing local puppy school and programmes in Surrey that would ensure we can be 'benevolent leaders' who incentivise our pup to be well behaved and off lead with the right rewards. We're always complimented on how good she is so many public settings and how that's not what you'd expect from her breed. Another thing that is super important to understand about creating a good relationship with dogs is enrichment, so at home we spend a lot of time not only walking our girl but creating games and 'sniffaris' finding opportunities for her to seek out food around the garden or house to calm her down and keep her happy. I'd love to offer these sorts of activities to your dog if you think they'd like it. I know for many dogs it's important to maintain a routine. As a pet sitter I try to ask lots of questions early on, getting to know you and your little buddy's needs. I'm confident in following instructions, remembering details and administering simple medication if needed on time. I work part-time and mostly from home so have a lot of flexibility in my schedule to come and walk your dog or work from your home if that's preferred. I'd be happy to make a regular appoint to walk or sit your dog or be flexible as needed. If your dog comes to our house it is safe and has been escape proofed. If coming to your home, I'd be sure to find out about keys, locks and alarms ahead of time and can always follow instructions in this regard.

“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: I have had all kind of pets since I was a child, I have always illustrated myself about pet care by reading books and articles about animals health, like and dislikes, and I love to learn about animals behaviours. I work full time Wednesday to Saturday from 8 am till 18:30, I will be able to walk, give cuddles in the morning before work and after work. I am free on weekends so I can offer full time pet care. I live in a house but I will be taking the pets for a walk very often, also I have a 9 year old that would love that and play with them. we also have a hamster called roocky

About: I don’t do one-size-fits-all care. Your dog’s routine stays their routine, we at are Cotswold Canines devote animal lovers with a superb profession team, #onestepatatime Hello! My name is John and my wife is Sam and we would love to help care for your pets. We have been around animals for most of our life and understand that they are truly family members. My goal is to provide your pet with the same level of love, attention, and safety that I would give my own. I am a very active person, so I am happy to take your dog on long walks, play fetch, or just provide some much-needed companionship during the day. I am extremely punctual and communicative, and I make it a priority to send you detailed updates and plenty of photos so you can see how much fun your pet is having! Safety is my top priority. I am very careful about leash safety, staying aware of our surroundings, and making sure your pet stays hydrated and happy. Whether your dog needs a high-energy walk or your cat needs some quiet lap time during a drop-in, I am here to help. I look forward to meeting you and your furry friends soon! I am a dog walker foremost however I can cater for specific needs, please get in touch and we can talk about an specific requirements.

“Our first time leaving our 9 year old lurcher with a pet sitter, and Hannah was amazing. Our dog was clearly totally relaxed with Hannah around. She took great care of the house, communication was excellent throught her stay, and she put us completely at ease. Even when our travel plans changed slightly on our return home. Hannah was so warm and accommodating. We'd book her again in a heartbeat.”

Kelly D.

“Our 2 dogs loved being sitted by Gemma over the weekend. She was great with communication and gave us lots of updates. Can’t wait to use her again!”

Sophie B.

“Harley is definitely missing Anna. She went on plenty of adventures with her. We had great contact from Anna with photos to show a very happy Harley. We will definitely be using Anna again!”

Emma G.

About: We currently have a 1 year and 3 months old cocker x dachshund girl who loves being around other dogs and is very playful! We go on plenty of walks and our honey comes with us everywhere! We work during the week, however one of us can work from home if required and has a flexible working day. However during the weekend we love spending time outside and doing activities Our home is secured, safe and free from any harmful materials to dogs. We have a great garden and area that allows us to get plenty of walks in! Our dog honey, is allowed anywhere in the house, on anything and the same would be for any guest!

“Wow!! Don’t even know where to start - perfect communication from initial enquiry to the end of the stay. Loads of lovely updates throughout, Ross went above and beyond on his stay and I couldn’t reccomend him enough - thank you, the dogs clearly adored you 💙”

Jessica R.

“Carol was an excellent sitter. From our first interaction, Carol came across very easy going and very accommodating to meet all of our needs. She did a great job looking after, keeping us updated. Dogs had plenty of walks, despite one of ours being very over excitable and pulling on the lead still being a work in progress! We came back to a very clean and tidy home and two happy doggies. We would definitely recommend Carol. Thank you 😊”

Catherine R.

About: I have a love for animals and have had the pleasure of looking after over 10 dogs across 10 sits, with several people inviting me back—which is always such a compliment! Additionally, I’ve spent 35 weeks living in people’s homes through WorkAway (exchanging work for accommodation), so I'm used to being respectful, responsible, and adaptable in someone else’s space. I work 100% remotely for about 28 hours/week, so I'll be able to spend a lot of time at home with pets and out walking doggies. I like to work out of the house occasionally from nearby cafés but am happy to do this within limited hours agreed upon to leave the pets for (e.g. 4 hours) or to take them with me if they're happier to come along. I'm a responsible 35 year old consultant able to follow instructions, adapt quickly to new environments & use initiative. I’ll tailor my care to match your pet’s usual routine and your specific requests, ensuring they feel comfortable and well-cared for. I’ll also keep you updated throughout the sit with occasional photos and messages, so you can rest assured that your pet is happy and safe. If any concerns arise, such as signs of illness, I’ll contact you promptly and follow up as needed.