Dog sitting/pet sitting
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In your own home sitting
Sophia has two ex-street dogs and has always struggled with trusting anyone to look after them if she needed to go away. One of her dogs is nervous and fear aggressive towards stranger dogs on and off lead so could never go into a group boarding environment, she also would completely shut down in a kennel environment so I have only ever left my girls with very trusted friends and family but people are not always available! We began offering house sitting to make sure people like me would have peace of mind, especially for dogs who are reactive, have separation anxiety or even those happy go bubbly pups who would just prefer to stay in their home environment and I would leave my pups with any member we have on board, which is truly a big statement for me!
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Why us?
While we stay with your dog, we look after them as though they were our own. If your dog usually sleeps in/on your bed then they will with us too! If they like going on outings to coffee shops or the local park then they can do that too! We give them a little holiday while you can enjoy yours. If they like socialising they may also be able to go and hang our with some of our dog walking groups pending your prior approval.
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FAQ'S
Will I receive updates?
YES 100% and not just one! We will send you regular updates throughout the day and be contactable throughout. You will have both the house sitters number and Sophia's and a group chat will be created between all of us for updates, information sharing and checking in also.
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Will my dog be left alone?
If your dog is happy to be left alone they may be for a maximum of 3/4 hours while the designated sitter perhaps visits the shops to top up food. If your dog cannot cope with being left alone this can be discussed during initial meet.
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Will my dog go out for walks?
Yes! All of us LOVE the outdoors, getting muddy and having fun! We will take them on lots of adventures if you are happy for us to! If you are happy for us to join them up with our regular dog walks we can get them out socialising also!
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Will my house be in a clean state when I return home?
Yes of course! We pride ourselves on you not even being able to tell we have been there other than your dog being happy! We do also offer a deep house clean service as an additional add on service we now provide prior to your return so do enquire if you are interested!
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Pricing and services
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Short stays (without overnights)
Rates are £15 for the first hour and then £12.50 for up to 5 hours and then charged at a flat rate of £60. Stays longer in duration will be personalised pending length so please enquire for a quote.
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For longer stays (to include overnights)
From £50 per day.. Personalised quotes will be provided on enquiry to be tailored to your requirements. Discounts on longer stay bookings. Contact us for a personalised quote!
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Deep clean home return service (£15 per hour)
Perhaps you would like your house to be super sparkly and smelling fresh for when you return home. We leave houses as though we haven't even been there but we do offer an additional add on deep clean service should you wish for a super fresh home for your return
The registration process
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1. Initial enquiry via contact form or email
You will receive a quote and be booked in for a short online Google meet chat with Sophia of a maximum of 20 minutes for us to meet you and your pup and you us unless original enquiry via phone then straight to arranging a meet and greet.
2. Online google meet chat
During this online consult we will discuss our available suitable house sitters, special requirements and booking a suitable in-person meet with a house sitter. Prior to this visit please ensure you have 2 sets of keys cut if required for the house sit (one for Sophia to keep securely and one for the house sitter). You will be emailed a registration form which includes a key release form.
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3. Initial in person meet with house sitter and registration (£15)
After your initial enquiry with Sophia to discuss further and receive a quote we will arrange a meet and greet with your designated dog sitter prior to your booking to meet you and your pup! Your house sitter will discuss requirements, daily routines, favorite treats and games and more! If you are happy we will then send you an invoice for a 25% deposit for your dog sit.
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Our staff
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All our staff are vetted by Sophia, insured and have had experience within the animal care industry. We are transparent with all we do and therefore have CV's on record and also provide references for each house sitter which are available on request.
