Pet Sitting in Bristol

Pet sitting in Bristol is becoming an increasingly popular service where a pet sitter cares for your pet/pets in the comfort of their own home. This is different to home boarding or using a kennels where the pet is cared for away from home. Pet sitting in Bristol can be for just 1 day or for longer periods such as 1,2 or more weeks when you are away from home.

Using a pet sitter in Bristol instead of more traditional pet care can reduce stress (for you and your pet/pets) and avoids having to transport your pet/pets. If you have more than 1 pet in your family, pet sitting in Bristol an be a more suitable option and allows regular routines to be maintained. If your pet has a health problem or a mobility issue then pet sitting in Bristol can be a favourable option. Other advantages are increased security to your property when you are away, someone to bring the post in, put the bins out and water the garden!

What steps do you need to take when looking for a pet sitter in Bristol? Who can you trust to pet sit in Bristol? Knowing that your pet sitter in Bristol is reliable and trustworthy is number 1 priority.

When you are looking for pet sitter in Bristol be sure to look for someone who is insured and DBS checked. A professional pet sitting company in Bristol may use a pet sitter app which enables the pet sitter in Bristol to be GPS tracked and for the pet sitter to interact with you and send photos within the app whilst pet sitting. This is as a premier service enabling you to know the whereabouts if you have a dog and to be reassured that your pet is receiving the very best care as you receive a photo and an update at least daily during the pet sit in Bristol. You can also ask for references from other clients who use the pet sitting services.

You can request an initial visit in order to meet the person. During this visit it’s important to see how they react around your pet/pets and also importantly, how your pet/pets react around them. Asking interview style questions to find out about them and their background is also important, after all you need to know as much as you can about the pet sitting company, especially considering you will be leaving the keys to your house with them and that they will be staying in your house to pet sit whilst you are away from home. It’s also a good idea to listen to the type of questions they ask you, as this will give you a good indication as to how experienced they are in doing this type of thing.

There are many pet sitters in Bristol, some independent others part of a larger company. The benefits of using a larger company for your pet sitting are that it’s more likely they will be adhering to all the Animal Welfare Legislations and as they will have the concern with brand protection, more-so than an independent, meaning that they will be wanting to provide you with the high quality pet care.

The other consideration of using a professional pet sitting company in Bristol is that should the pet sitter be taken ill or unable to pet sit at the last minute, the company should be able to provide you with a back-up pet sitter.

That being said, if you are looking to become a pet sitter in Bristol, contacting a professional pet sitting company will be a good place to start as they will probably have clients ready and waiting for you.

To contact us, check availability or to ask us a question complete our online form.

How to Choose A Dog Walker

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Ask friends for recommendations

Ask your friends/colleagues if they use a dog walker and ask whether they are happy with them and get their contact details.

Use Instagram/Facebook

Instagram and Facebook are great places to see what kind of experience your dog will be getting. Most dog walking companies will have their own Facebook & Instagram accounts.   Instead of taking the dog walking company’s word for it, you’ll be able to scroll through their pages and see where your dog goes, what kinds of dogs your dog is playing with and how dirty your dog is getting.

You should also be upfront with your potential dog walker if your dog has any particular quirks. Does your dog not get along with certain breeds? Is your dog scared by loud noises? It’s important for you to be honest with the potential walker to ensure the best care for your dog.

Are you insured?

There are a number of Insurance companies who deal specifically with pet care related businesses and offer cover that includes Public Liability, Key Cover, Care, Custody and Control and Employers Liability (if the company has staff members). Do not be afraid to ask to see their insurance certificate.

Do you have a pet contract, terms and conditions and references?

You should be asked to sign a contract to clarify the walker’s responsibilities as well as your own.  Ask to see references/reviews.

Are they DBS checked?   The dog walker will most likely hold a key to your home so trust is essential.

Will the same person walk my dog every day? Consistency is good for your dog and will enable your dog to build a relationship with the same person.

Do you arrange cover for when my usual dog walker is on holiday or sick?

How many dogs do you walk at a time? It’s common for walkers to take more than one dog out at a time, and that can help keep the costs down for you. But the more dogs, the less attention given to your dog. This can be an issue for dogs with special needs or more timid dogs.

How much time do you guarantee on the walk?

Make sure the time quoted e.g. a 60 minute walk should be 60 minutes out having fun.   The journey time shouldn’t be included.

Will you come out to meet me and my dog beforehand?

Most professional Dog Walkers will arrange to meet you and your dog beforehand to discuss all your requirements. This is a great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have and for your dog and the walker to start building a relationship.

If you would like any more information on our services, or on Dog Walking in general, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0161 612 3811.

To check availability or to book Scamps and Champs Dog Walking Services in your local area simply complete our online form.

Dog Home Boarding in Chichester & Bognor Regis –

Let us look after your Purfect Pooch while you are on your Holibobs!

If it’s a choice between the kennels and Chichester Dog Home Boarder then I know what I would choose! A warm and friendly home, fully insured and dog loving environment, full of cuddles, walks and treats.

That’s where Scamps and Champs in Chichester can assist you.  We have a team of Chichester dog home boarding individuals waiting to lavish attention and walkies on your best friend.

Chichester Scamps and Champs offer a home boarding service where your dog goes on their own small holiday, to live with one of our experienced host families in the comfort of their lovely home. There are no kennels or cages, unless you take your own crate as that is your dog’s usual routine. They will be part of family life and be provided with large amounts of company and attention.

Chichester dog home boarding service allows your pets routine to be catered for along your dog’s individual requirements;

  • such as dietary needs,
  • meal times,
  • walks
  • Dispensing of any medications.

We will discuss your dog’s requirements, routine and personality with you at length and make a plan for your dog’s stay that you are happy with. Your dog will never be walked off the lead unless written consent is obtained from you, signifying that you are

All Chichester Dog boarding homes are fully vetted, licensed by the local council and insured. Your dog will also be treated as one of the family with all the love and affection you desire for your beloved furry family member.

Chichester Scamps and Champs will always go that extra mile to ensure your pooch is happy, content and looked after.

You want your dog to be cared for, relaxed and comfortable within an experienced and friendly home or with one of our selected Chichester dog boarders; We do to!

Whilst you are away we will send you photographs of your dog so that you can see how they are getting within the boarders home and keep up to date with what they are up to, so you can enjoy your trip away knowing they are happy and safe. They will probably feel like they are having their own fabulous mini break.

Our personal approach and real love of animals will make your dog feel safe and secure in our care.  We are fully insured, DBS checked and completely committed to your animals’ welfare.

Please do give me or one of our enthusiastic team a call or drop us an email.  Our number is a national number and there is always someone ready to answer your call.

All messages are passed onto me personally and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please share your photo’s here and if you think that Chichester Scamps and Champs could offer their many dog-walking and pet-sitting service please do get in touch.

Pet Sitting in Reigate and Surrey

If you are going away, whether it‘s one night or a longer holiday ,and you are concerned what to do with your pets then why not let them stay in the comfort of their own environment and consider pet sitting in Reigate.

  • Pet sitting in Reigate will mean you do not worry about a whole host of things just look at the following;
  • Pet Sitting in Reigate means your pets staying at home in their safe, secure environment
  • Pet Sitting in Reigate means your pets being surrounded by familiar sights, smells and sounds
  • Pet Sitting in Reigate means your pets following their regular diet and exercise routine
  • Pet Sitting in Reigate means having someone responsible in case of an emergency
  • Pet Sitting in Reigate means removing the stress and trauma of travel or an unfamiliar environment

Benefits of Pet Sitters in Reigate to you include:

  • Knowing that your pet is in caring, loving hands
  • Having the confidence that a Reigate pet sitter can deal with other issues – such as grooming or vet visits,
  • Having a Pet sitter in Reigate means not having to impose on family, friends or neighbours
  • Having a pet sitter in Reigate so you feel reassured that your home is more secure with a Reigate Pet sitter either staying full time or going in and out several times a day.

There are clear benefits of Pet Sitting in Reigate to you and your pets. All pet sitters in Reigate, for your peace of mind, are not only passionate animal lovers but are all DBS checked. Scamps and Champs Reigate pet sitters are also members NarpsUK – National Association of Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers is dedicated to promoting professionalism and ethical standards within the pet sitting industry who expect all members to be responsible and dedicated to the welfare of the pets they are servicing.

So if you want complete peace of mind in knowing your pets are being lovingly cared for whilst your house is also being kept secure please do get in contact with Scamps and Champs Reigate to discuss how we can help. Please also call me about; dog walking in Reigate, cat sitting in Reigate, dog home boarding in Reigate.

To make an enquiry, book with us or just to get in touch simply complete our online form.

Dog Walking in and Around Bristol

Pet owners in Bristol are increasingly relying on dog walkers to walk their dogs while they go to out to work. There are many dog walkers in Bristol who can be seen if you go out into one of the many parks and open areas. Some “professional” dog walkers are benefiting from “pack walking” dogs which is not necessarily benefiting the dog.

As a pet owner who can you truly trust to care for your pet and what should you consider? Having your dog walked by someone who is reliable and trustworthy is of course a number one priority, but how can you be certain of this? How can you gain the peace of mind knowing that your dog is having the best care and is of course happy and relaxed?

Firstly, when you are looking for dog walking in Bristol be sure to look for someone who is insured and DBS checked. A professional dog walking company in Bristol may use a pet sitter app which enable the dog walker in Bristol to be GPS tracked and for the pet carer to interact with you and send photos within the app whilst dog walking in Bristol. This is as a premier service enabling you to know the whereabouts of your dog and to be reassured that your pet is receiving the very best care as you receive a photo and an update after each dog walk in Bristol. You can also ask for references from other clients who use the pet care services.

You can request an initial visit in order to meet the person. During this visit it’s important to see how they react around your dog and also importantly, how your dog reacts around them. Asking interview style questions to find out about them and their background is also important, after all you need to know as much as you can about the dog walking company, especially considering you may even be leaving the keys to your house with them. It’s also a good idea to listen to the type of questions they ask you, as this will give you a good indication as to how experienced they are in doing this type of thing.

There are many dog walkers in Bristol, some independent others part of a larger company. The benefits of using a larger company for your dog walking are that it’s more likely they will be adhering to all the Animal Welfare Legislation and as they will have the concern with brand protection, more-so than an independent, meaning that they will be wanting to provide you with the high quality pet care.

The other consideration of using a professional dog walking company in Bristol is that should the dog walker be taken ill or unable to walk your dog at the last minute, the company should be able to provide you with a backup dog walker.

That being said, if you are looking to become a dog walker in Bristol, contacting a professional dog walking company will be a good place to start as they will probably have clients ready and waiting for you. Contact us via our online form to check availability and make a booking.

Cat Sitting High Maintenance or Low Maintenance?

People often decide to get a cat as they don’t have time for a dog and they are out all day, but is this hypothesis correct? People often think that cats don’t need much attention or care and that they simply need a meal providing twice a day, however this couldn’t be further from the truth. Whilst it’s true that cats don’t need walking daily and they are able to go to the toilet inside using a litter tray, this does not subsequently mean that cats are ‘low maintenance.’

Often cat owners will go away for a night or two, or even on holiday and leave there cats alone with a large bowl of food and water and assume that their feline friend will be alright. Cat sitting in this instance seems pretty straight forward! However, this assumption neglects to identify the sensitive creatures that cats are and how much they crave fuss and attention.

Whilst it is true that cats are extremely territorial and prefer to be at home, it is fair to say the ultimate cat combination, is to be at home with company. If this company can’t be you and you are away then you need a cat sitter. A cat sitter can come into the comfort of your own home and ensure your cat is fed at regular intervals, has fresh water and cat litter, let outside for fresh air if required and best of all have a thorough friendly fussing.

Scamps and Champs cat sitters are all DBS checked providing you with reassurance in allowing them into your home to cat sit for you. They all have experience in animal care and most of them have pets (often multiple) of their own, so they know exactly how you feel going away and leaving your cat at home with a sitter. All of our staff are really friendly and caring and thoroughly enjoy looking after your pets for you.

Hiring one of our cat sitters means you have the peace of mind of having your cat and your home checked on simultaneously and most importantly your loving high-maintenance kitty will have everything they could possibly need, whilst remaining the king of their own castle, whilst their humans are on holiday!

To check availability of our cat sitting services in your local area, to ask us a question or make a booking please complete our online form.

Pet Sitting Dartford

Having a pet is great until you go on holiday or can’t be around and then there is the dilemma of who is going to look after your pet when you cannot be there. Here at Scamps & Champs Dartford we have the answer for you with our pet sitting service.

We offer a pet sitting service in and around the Dartford area and can show your pet the love and attention they deserve when you are unable to be there. Each pet sitting visit can include a number of tasks to ensure your pet is well looked after, from feeding to changing litter to just sitting down with your pet and having a cuddle if that is what your pet needs to make them happy. Each pet sitting visit is tailored to your pets needs to ensure they are completely happy and looked after as if you were around. There is also the option of having more than one visit per day if your pet would benefit from this or has additional requirements. Our team of pet sitters can be fairly flexible to ensure your pets needs are met at every pet sitting visit.

Here at Scamps & Champs Dartford we know it’s difficult to leave your pet and know who to trust to look after your pet. Your pet becomes part of the family and it’s very hard to trust someone else with their care. However, you can relax knowing our team of pet sitters are all massive animal lovers and are all police checked and fully insured. All of our team have a lot of experience with a whole host of different pets and will treat your pet as if they were their own on every pet sitting visit. Our pet sitters will definitely show your pet the love they deserve on every pet sitting visit.

Scamps & Champs Dartford’s pet sitting service covers all pets big or small from rabbits and cats to birds and snakes – we love them all! So don’t worry if you think your pet or requirements may seem a little ‘odd’ – we have a lot of experience with all pets! We will come and meet you and your pet before any pet sitting service to ensure we know your specific requirements and also to get to know your pet. This allows us to ensure your pet is well looked after during our pet sitting visits and also helps you feel comfortable with the visits. In turn this allows you to relax while you are away knowing your pet is in safe hands when you can’t be there.

So, if you live in and around Dartford and need someone to check in to feed your pet while you’re on holiday or you just can’t be around during the day and want your pet to receive a bit of extra attention while you are out then please do get in touch with us at Scamps & Champs Dartford. We would be delighted to offer our pet sitting service.

Get in touch, ask us a question or check availability of our services using our online form.

Dog Home Boarding Holidays – The Latest Trend to Rival Traditional Dog Kennels

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As summer approaches it is time to start planning our family holidays and whilst we always endeavour to take our precious pooches with us, this is not always possible. Particularly when we chose to holiday abroad. Until now we have had to either rely on a family member to take care of our furry-friends or place them into the local dog kennels for a week or two.

However, there is a new canine camp in town ready to rival the traditional set up of dog kennels! Dog home boarding holidays’ offer a fresh new perspective on dog care and place your pet best friend at the centre of its notion. It is now not merely suggested that you are taking off on your jolly holidays and having to find a ‘space’ for your dogs to go whilst you are away, completely fitting in around your plans! Now it is suggested that in fact your dog can go on their own holiday break, leaving your plans rendered almost insignificant!

Your dog is likely to be at the centre of your family life, in fact many of us admit to preferring dogs to humans! So it feels only right that your dog gets to go on their very own home boarding holiday and that it’s as big an event as our own planned break! Dog home boarding offers many benefits to that of traditional kennels such as:

  • You select exactly which home boarding family you would like your dog to home board with.
  • You and your dog get to meet your home boarding host family to ensure that everyone gets along and that you are all happy.
  • You dog will be staying in a family home whilst you are away, providing a home-from-home environment.
  • Dog home boarding allows your dog to remain in their usual routine, including walks and meal times.
  • Your dog will always have company with a home boarding family.

Scamps and Champs offer Dog Home Boarding Holiday’s within their services. The best bit is if you send your Dog on Holiday with us you are in complete control of who they stay with and where they stay. It’s just like selecting their very own holiday destination!

For your peace of mind all of our dog home boarding families are DBS checked. In addition, unless your dog is crate trained and you wish them to sleep in a crate, Scamps and Champs will NEVER use crates or cages for our dog home boarding holidays.

So if you love your dog and you would love to book them their very own Dog Home Boarding Holiday get in touch with Scamps and Champs via our online enquiry form.

Walking Your Dog in Reigate

Its easy to see that Dog walking in Reigate seems to be one of the most popular past times judging by the amount of people out dog walking in the various open spaces of Reigate and surrounds.

Dog walking in Priory Park with all its various footpaths is a great place to meet other dog walkers and socialise and even pick up a pastry an a drink at Pistachios in the Park. Dog walking in Reigate can offer so much to you and your beloved hounds with so many places being dog friendly so when you are out dog walking in Reigate you are bound to be able to head off to somewhere dog friendly like skimmington castle pub or if you head into town itself you have café nero and monty bojangles

Scamps and champs Reigate is here to help if you are finding dog walking in Reigate difficult for whatever reason. We offer 1-1 dog walking in Reigate and all our team are passionate animal lovers who would take care of your pooch when dog walking in Reigate as it were their own.

Scamps and Champs dog walking Reigate will never ‘pack walk’ your dog with multiple other dogs, as we fully understand how precious your pets are to you and therefore we believe in a caring service and treating each dog as if it was our own. We can offer you regular dog walking in Reigate or flexible dog walking service, each package is tailored to your individual needs and your dog’s personality. We will never walk your dog off the lead unless we have your consent and your dog displays a solid recall.

Over the past few months we have been building a team to offer flexible dog walking in Reigate as we know some people will not have a set time with lots more people working from home so dog walking in Reigate is something they can do themselves but please do get in touch even if it is just ad hoc dog walking in Reigate that is required as we will be happy to help.

Contact us to ask a question, check availability or make a booking using our online form.

Cat Sitting in Chichester & Bognor Regis

Let us look after your Feline Friends while you catch some sun!

We all know that our cats love the comforts of their own home.  They are not the happiest of animals when taken out of their territory and much prefer to be looked after in their own home, within their familiar surroundings.

That’s where Scamps and Champs in Chichester can assist you.  We have a team of cat sitters waiting to look after your feline friend.  Our Chichester cat sitters are highly trained in cuddles and will lavish attention on your cat or kitten.

The Chichester cat sitting service will include all of things you might expect, with the extra special touches that only comes from our Scamps and Champs premium cat sitting service.

All our cat sitting services take place in your own home. 

  • We will visit once or twice a day, whichever you prefer,
  • feed your cat,
  • give fresh water,
  • clean/scoop litter trays if required,
  • give lots of cuddles and attention,
  • and maybe some treats if you would like us too.

Our unique cat sitting service in Chichester will take into consideration your cats personality, needs and routine and integrate this into your professional tailored cat sitting package. Where possible we will endeavour to feed your cat at their usual times, ensuring they only eat the food and quantities they are used to. We will make sure their bowls are clean and fresh every single time. If they like to be let outside we are happy to let them out, if you like your cats to be in at night time we will ensure that they are bought back inside ready for the evening. If any of your fur babies are on medication we can ensure that these are given at meal times for you, we recognise each cat is individual and therefore we tailor your cats care to suit their unique needs.

Chichester Scamps and Champs will always go that extra mile to ensure your cat is happy, content and looked after.

As our Chichester cat sitters are in the house anyway taking care of your fluffy friend, if you need us to take care of anything else for you we are happy to accommodate your requests. These can include things like;

  • shutting your curtains for you,
  • watering your thirsty plants,
  • turning lights off and generally keeping your house safe for you whilst you are away.

If you have other pets at home in addition to cat sitting, we can offer our services to look after them too all at the same time.

You want your cat to be cared for, relaxed and comfortable within your own home or with one of our selected Chichester cat sitters; We do to!

Whilst you are away we will send you photographs of your cats so that you can see how they are getting on at home and keep up to date with what they are up to, so you can enjoy your trip away knowing your kitties are happy and safe. They will probably feel like they are having their own fabulous mini break, filled with attention, cuddles and care!

Our personal approach and real love of animals will make your cat  feel safe and secure in our care.  We are fully insured, DBS checked and completely committed to your animals’ welfare.

Please do give me or one of our enthusiastic team a call or drop us an email.  Our number is a national number and there is always someone ready to answer your call.

All messages are passed onto me personally and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

We hope that you enjoy the walk and the views across the West Sussex countryside.  Please share your photo’s here and if you think that Chichester Scamps and Champs could offer their many dog-walking and pet-sitting service please do get in touch.