SILVER PAWS

About

Dog owner since birth ;)
My family owned a 40kg German Shepherd from just before I was born. Growing up I understood him to be my brother and not just a dog, so my relationship and connection with dogs feels truly meaningful. He made it to 12 years old and since then we had 3 other Shepherd rescues of all whom came from Romania in horrific conditions and we like to think we gave them beautiful lives.

More recently had my own Dachshund (Buddy) for a short while, unfortunately he passed away and i'm hoping to give that love to others furbabies until i'm ready for my own again.

I am completely in love with all dogs! Building a connection and understanding the dog is so important to me to make sure that the dogs needs are met.

In my home, the dogs are welcome anywhere. However, if you have specific rules or commands, just make me a list and I can adhere to them for you. I understand how difficult it can be to keep training consistent when you need to send them to a sitter.

This is now my second full time job.
I also work from home Monday - Friday for the DWP, however this work is extremely flexible and so I can provide the best care for your pups everyday!

I do not drive currently and so pick up and drop off by myself is not possible at this time.

My services include:
- Weekend overnight stays
- The odd overnight stay
- Repeat Daily/Weekly dog day care (you will need to pick up and drop off)


I'm with the dogs 90% of the time.
I live in a lovely social area, when the weather is nice we sit outside (always on the lead) and there are always loving people around to say hi.
I have a babygate on my front door, so they get to watch the world go by in the safety of my home.
If your dog is active we go for lovely long walks in the streams and woods. If they prefer a stroll around the block and then a cuddle on the couch, then we can do that too.

I live in a small flat, so please keep this in mind when booking your dog in. We are out and about most of the time if an active dog, however its just not possible for me to have larger dogs.

Please let me know if your dog cannot be socialised with other dogs in the flat.
I take on 3 dogs at the most, however I will take on only 1 dog at a time if requested for any reason. I like to give that option so that you know your baby is in the calmest and most appropriate place for them and their health.

I will always try and help you out where needed if you cant find another carer that can adjust to your dogs specific needs (e.g. they've just had an operation and so need special care, regular meds, calm walks and no jumping up and down the sofa)

To provide the best care for your dog please provide the following information before their stay:
-> On or off lead on long and safe walks (parks or fields)
-> How are they with other dogs?
-> Any medications they need, when and how much (please write down clearly)
-> Whether they can be bathed (if necessary after a long muddy walk) - I use only organic dog wash and make it as best of an experience I can. I try just be as quick as possible as most dogs dont love it.
-> Any rules for sleeping - allowed on the bed, the couch? Are they crate trained? - if so do you need to bring it?

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