House Sitting in West Berkshire

“Angela was so accommodating even when we booked last minute and had unexpected boiler problems. Our dog Junie seemed to love her instantly and we knew we were leaving her in good hands.”

Ellie W.

“this was our first time using rover.com & we’re a bit unsure & apprehensive on what to expect. we needn’t have worried! Ellie is a lovely professional who obviously cares a lot for animals. She was an instant hit with our dog,willow. She took great care of her & kept us updated with messages & photos, would highly recommend & will definitely be contacting her again.”

Sarah S.

“Wilbur had a great time with Maria. He warmed to her from the very first meeting which really put me at ease and meant I could enjoy the first weekend leaving him with no worries. He had some lovely walks and a little trip to a coffee shop! Maria kept me updated with lots of photos and videos of their adventures. Thanks so much Maria, I’d be really happy for you to look after Wilbur again”

Kirsty N.

“Francois not only looked after our dogs but ensure that the house was clean and tidy on our return. Highly recommend him as a house and dog sitter”

Garth S.

About: I am a lifelong animal lover with over 16 years of hands on experience caring for pets. I have my own dog of 7 years and a sweet 16 year old cat, so I truly understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your furry family members. I have also looked after a variety of pets for friends and family - ranging from playful Chihuahuas to energetic Staffys. I’m reliable, friendly, and completely dedicated to making pets feel safe, happy, and loved in my care. WOOF! Animals genuinely bring me joy, and I treat every pet like my own. I work full time Monday to Friday, so I’m mainly available for weekend pet care, including overnight stays. I can also offer weeknight visits sans evening sits for feeding, playtime, or just some company for your pet! For weekday stays, please note that I will be out of the house from 8.30am to 6.30pm due to work and travel, but I will make sure your pet gets plenty of love and attention before and after. I always do my best to keep around your pets routine and keep things as comfortable and consistent as possible. Your pets safety will always be my top priority. At home, my own cat is kept safe with a magnetic tag cat flap that only opens for her, and our garden is fully fenced to prevent any escapes. After discovering gap under the bush where animals could slip through to the neighbours, we quickly secured it with chicken wire - problem solved! I believe in creating a calm and secure environment where pets feel comfortable and cared for. I follow consistent routines, maintain a healthy diet for my own pets, and always use positive reinforcement - praise and the occasional treat - for good behaviour. You can trust that your furry friend will be in a safe and loving space while you are away.

“Laura was great. She left our house in a spotless condition and kept us up to date with the dogs. Laura also looked after my mums dog at the same time as we were all away together and she handled having all 3 of them perfectly. Completely recommend Laura to anyone who needs a dog sitter. Will book again”

Kate H.

“Jess is extremely reliable, excellent at communication and loved my dog like her own. When going away for the night, I couldn’t have asked for more assurance or better care. Highly recommend.”

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About: I appreciate and understand your dog is your baby as such we offer a FREE OF CHARGE meet up at a local park and home visit prior to a cash booking. -----I have always been an animal lover. We have hosted friends and families pets for many years. We are a fun house with 1 resident pet Storm a high energy staffy. We love going for walks along the river and playing at the park. I love baking dog treats and dog ice creams ! I work remotely so control my diary. Storm and I take an hour to 90 minutes stroll in the afternoon and usually throw in a few blasts to the local park as needed. We live by the canal and with ample dog friendly fields in under 3 minutes. I have a fenced garden which is entirely enclosed. During the warmer months I secure the garden so the dogs can wander in an out of the house. Whilst Storm is not especially great with cats ( unless they are black) she is highly socialized and can handle even high anxiety alpha personalities. Storm and I are well known in our region by dog owners and sitters alike and I'm personally a huge fan of bully breeds and skilled at handling them regardless of prey vs hunt drives.

About: Dogs are always an important part of my life. I grown up with dogs since I am a kid. I enjoy walking them, talking to them, playing with them. Most of my week,I work from home. I could be very flexible in term of visiting pets, dog walking, playing with them and feeding them. I will provide an update via WhatsApp every time I visit the pets so that you could check on your paws friends even when you are away.

About: We need to be flexible at the moment so are only taking ad-hoc bookings. Thank you. Myself and my partner (Callum) live in a house on the edge of Newbury with a private fenced garden. We're less than a 5-minute walk away from a park and about 10 minutes from Speen Moors and Northcroft leisure centre for those that love extra long walks! I've raised a Hungarian Vizsla from a tiny pup to a now-twelve-year-old so I'm used to puppies and dogs with high energy who require lots of walks and attention. We both adore dogs and couldn't think of a better weekend than one spent outside with a four-legged companion. I work from home permanently so can let your dog out into our garden as much as it likes and take it to the park as many times a day as he/she is used to. We're both obsessed with our dog and know how much they're part of the family so will send you photos and videos throughout their stay with us. And you'll always be able to call or Facetime him/her for pupdates! At the moment we’re just taking ad-hoc bookings rather than anything regular. I work full time from home so I can be very flexible with your dog’s schedule. We have a garden for toilet breaks and will always do at least one walk a day. We have a fenced garden to keep your dog safe. We’ll send you loads of pictures and videos throughout their stay and will try to respond to you as quickly as we can. We don’t have other dogs.

About: i have lived with dogs and other animals since i was a baby. I have my own dog, Teddy, a 4 year old yorkiepoo and we are inseparable. I have experience looking after senior dogs and giving them round the clock care. I also have experience with puppies and younger dogs, where I have learnt to train them and also provide the round the clock care they sometimes require! I am also more than happy to provide “doggy day care” in your home rather than mine. I understand some dogs prefer their own space, especially when meeting new people and so this is a preferred option for me to ensure your pet is comfortable and happy! I am currently a student at the University of Winchester studying politics and international relations, however I am a commuting student so I only travel down for my classes. I also work part-time one day a week, so I have plenty of time to look after your furry friends as my schedule is very flexible around you, and your animals needs. for doggy day care bookings please note I would prefer to care for your pet in your own home for a short period (not overnight). This rate will stay the same as if it was in my home. Please book house sitting if you require me to stay overnight.

About: I've taken care of dogs and cats since I was 14. Looking after neighbours beloved pets whilst they are on holiday. More recently looking after friends, family members and colleagues beloved friends in both, their own homes or in mine. I'm an animal lover, grown up around animals, currently have 3 labradors and a retriever in the family (not in my own home) I've recently returned from travelling South America so I'm doing a bit of pet sitting whilst I decide on my next move. I therefore have flexible availability depending on what is needed by your beloved pet Have an outside area outside my property that i will always observe the dog in. There are also numerous paths and woodland areas for short toilet breaks around my property that are often used also

About: I’ve taken care of other peoples dogs since I was around 16, but had dogs all my life. I also have 10 years of experience around cats. I can work on most weekends as I am currently at university, but am hoping to make some money for my savings!! Sometimes can do weekdays, afternoons depending on my lecture schedule. I will listen to the owners needs for their pets and what works for them. For example when dog walking it is probably safer for me to keep the dog on a lead to avoid any running offs but can vary how long the walk is etc.

About: Over the years, I’ve gained extensive experience in pet care, having raised my beloved dog Nigel from a lively puppy to a well-mannered adult. Beyond Nigel, I’ve confidently managed pets of various sizes and ages, adeptly handling their unique needs, from energetic young ones to senior pets requiring extra care. My hands-on expertise in walking, general sitting/minding and ensuring their overall health and happiness makes me highly skilled in providing exceptional care for pets of all kinds. As a part-time employee in my day job, I find myself with buckets of time to spare for caring for other animals. My availability for weekends is fully open to your needs and requirements, as well as weekdays after 11AM, making myself a versatile and dependable trustee with your beloved pets Responding to your Pets needs and wants is my top priority, as such I take exceptional notice of how they act and behave to establish these, such as feeding, needing the toilet, play time outside or simply when they just need to stretch their legs and walk. Nothing will be ignored when it comes to this, as it is of paramount importance. As for your home, this is managed in the most professional manor, with you providing the ground rules and needed information, areas to enter and which to not, I understand everyone is different so these needs are established on a customer by customer basis. For any further questions feel free to ask.

“Anna came and home sat my 6 month old IG Mabel for a few days. Regular updates through out and pictures/videos and made sure Mabel’s routine was kept as normal. Came home to a very happy and well looked after little girl and my flat was also spotless - bonus after being away for a few days. Anna has just been fantastic through out the whole booking process and leading up to it. My girl has to have medication 5 times a day and with Anna’s experience and love for dogs she made me feel so comfortable and at ease with leaving her that she would be in the best of hands and on the best of laps! 🤣 Thank you Anna for your care and being so understanding of our very new situation. Made me leaving so much easier not having to worry!”

harrie h.

About: I'm a registered veterinary nurse since 2020, but have been in the industry for 10 years I own cats and dogs, two of which require medication and assistance. I'll always put your animals health first. I am a full time registered veterinary nurse, so pets take up my whole waking life. I also own dogs and cats of my own, and I consider every moment with them as precious. I have an elderly cat of 17 years old that is on daily medication and diet. My dog also requires medical assistance with diet and testing. With my career, I know the requirements for your pets health and safety.

“Zahra was super lovely and I felt totally at ease leaving Zen with her. Zahra was noticeably soft natured and would go out of her way to make sure the dog she is looking after feels comfortable. Zahra kept me updated and zen was sad to see her leave. Thank you!!”

Lucy D.

About: I’ve always had a family dog and most of our friends and family have either dogs or cats, so I've had experience with many breeds over the years. I have a very caring and calming nature, I love all animals and I also feel very capable of looking after anxious pets or pets with special requirements. I’m currently trying to make pet walking and sitting a full time job, so I am available to move in with a pet and be there all the time to care for them and meet all their needs. It also means I can walk the dogs at anytime so as to keep them in their usual routine. I have been entrusted many times with pet sitting within another person’s home, leaving everything as it was when I arrived. I am capable of crating dogs if necessary and making sure all their needs and routines are met during my stay. I am very trustworthy and honest, I have keys to a few family friends homes so I can pop in to their pets whenever needed, so I am used to looking after someone's home as well as their pets.

About: I have taken care of dogs and cats for my friends and neighbours since I was a teenager. We also have a family dog named Bingo. I am currently working part time so I'm available for early mornings till 3pm for weekdays, but during weekends I am available for the whole day. I am comfortable to offering pet sitting services at the owner's home according to the set up conditions. Dog walking too just contact me whenever you need help.

“James took the very best care of our Shih Tzu Cookie. He was brilliantly flexible in helping us out and Cookie took to him right way. He's obviously got a way with animals. Rest assured you'll be leaving your beloved pet in the very best of hands with James. Thank you sir .”

Phillip E.