Hilltop Hounds

22/05/2026

Had the pleasure of painting this very loved dog recently ❤️

I’m currently open for pet portrait commissions, as well as other custom artwork. If you’re interested in having a piece created, pop me a message ☺️

15/05/2026

Just some happy dogs on recent ventures! 🐕

This week I had the pleasure of pet sitting the cutest Bonnie & Milo, greeted our newest addition, Stanley, and walked in some really beautiful spots! 🌞

Keep your eye out, because next week you'll be sure to see some new doggies (including little Whinney 🥹) 🐾

Pop us a message or head to www.hilltophounds.com to make an enquiry of our services!

We have availability within our group walks, limited availability for solos and pet visits. Our calendar is getting booked up for your upcoming holidays! So if you haven't already sorted out your pet sitter, best message soon! ❤️

07/05/2026

Reading this review absolutely made my day 💛

On our first few walks, Juno wanted to bolt - tail tucked between her legs, too nervous to sniff around and wouldn’t even entertain the idea of taking a treat...

Yesterday, she had zoomies in a little stream, happily munched her way through treats, and even made her very first doggy friend 🐾✨

She’s still a sensitive, nervous girl, but with every walk I see a little more of her sparkle shine through and a little more of her guard come down. Hearing that her owners can see a big difference in her too, even at home, is the most rewarding feeling. I am SO proud of Juno ❤️

20/04/2026

A little glow-up for the van 🐾✨

Featuring original artwork by , now out and about on every walk 🐶

Huge thanks to Joe for organising everything and bringing it all together so smoothly - love how it turned out!

08/04/2026

Swipe to the end to see Murphy fly!

Some happy faces, my camera roll is chockablock, and its hard to pick just a few!! I guess the answer to that is to post more - so expect more from me soon, especially with new faces popping up 💕

Today we welcomed Winston and his baby brother Roots 💖 lots of puppy time, I'm a very lucky dog walker!

We still have availability for group walks! Please pop a message over, head to hilltophounds.com or text me on 07305 410700 ☺️

08/04/2026

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Hello, lovely people.
A few lovely people asked if this one, I'm calling it "Happy Day", could be made available as a print.
I've added it to my webstore.
If I can tempt you, here is the link
https://iain-welch-art-and-design.myshopify.com/collections/fine-art-prints/products/happy-day-8-x-10-inch-giclee-print-35
I'm wishing you the very best

01/04/2026

Hey everyone, I'm Anastasia your local (if you live in Plymouth) dog walker! 🐶 😺 🐥 🐰 🐴 🐟

I also offer pet sitting, where I can travel further out of my catchment area, and pop-in visits 💖

I have grown up with and cared for a large variety of animals - dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits, horses, fish, budgies, hamsters, chickens, and as a little one I made homes for garden bugs. Basically, I love animals, and always have. Today I have my horse, cat and even though she is recently no longer with us, I can't not mention our beautiful dog, Bella, who inspired the artwork for my business 🐕

I love the outdoors, come rain or shine 🌱. I’m happiest surrounded by fresh air with animals. Even though I basically walk for a living, I still love getting out for hikes with friends and family, practising liberty work with my horse, and then curling up on the sofa with my cat to draw 👩‍🎨

Life’s too short not to love what you do, which is exactly why Hilltop Hounds was formed, and I can honestly say I only wish I’d taken the leap sooner.

Alongside this, I’m also an artist and photographer; you may have seen me at a wedding, or I might have photographed your home when it was on the market! 📸 I’m observant, gentle, and attentive. People have often told me that I bring a calming, reassuring presence to their animals. I take the time to really get to know each one, noticing their personality, quirks, and what makes them feel comfortable and happy 😌

It’s really important to me that every animal feels safe, relaxed, and cared for, and I treat them just as I would my own. My regulars have truly become my little best friends, and we always have such a lovely time together 🥰

📍 Specifically for dog walking and pop-ins, I cover Mannamead, Mutley, Peverell, Hartley, Compton, Eggbuckland & Efford. If you’re nearby, please feel free to pop me a message. I also travel further out for pet sitting and welcome smallholdings! 🐐 🐑 🐕 🐎 🦆

26/03/2026

Happy faces from this week 🐶 (That's Ash having a good shake at the beginning!) There's been lots of smiles, floppy tongues and even little kisses between Hank & Murphy - cuties 💖

We have availability in our group walks, so pop us a message if you're looking for a dog walker! Also *hint hint* 👀 if you haven't already booked in a pet sitter whilst you're away on your holidays, this is the time to do so! 🏖🌴