24/04/2026
Just a quick one this morning.
At 8.20am, Granada TV is doing a piece on less than professional dog sitters.
Please watch it if you can.
It can look like an easy or “lucrative” job - but done properly, it’s anything but.
For me, this is a professional service built on trust, safety, and experience. That means:
✔️ Multiple free meet & greets (no rushing - your dog sets the pace)
✔️ Fully insured
✔️ Canine first aid trained
✔️ Advanced DBS checked
✔️ Qualified in professional dog walking (MDWA)
✔️ Member of NARPS
The sitter should also have a process in place to capture key information about your dog(s) including health, previous history, preferences, routine, vet and emergency contacts.
But more than any qualification, it’s about how your dog feels.
I take the time to understand their routine, their quirks, their anxieties - so when you leave, they feel safe, settled, and completely at home.
If you’re watching today and feeling unsure about who to trust, that’s completely understandable. Just know there are sitters who take this responsibility very seriously.
Your dog isn’t just being “looked after” - they should be genuinely cared for 🤍
If you ever want a chat about how I work, I’m always happy to talk 🐶