Jen

Qualified Advanced Technical Degree in Animal Management

New Addington
5 times favorited
1 recurring guest
Lives with 1 dog
Lives with Australian Kelpie Ben
2w ago
Last activity
<27h
Response time
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
55 GBP
/night
All services and rates

About Jen

Please feel free to read as much of this as you would like however all important information is underlined.

About me

I live at home with my family and a 10 year old male Australian Kelpie called Ben. The house has a large back garden which is fenced and my area is surrounded by plenty of green areas and dog parks.

I have a small car that I am able to comfortable fit up to 3 dogs in for pick up/drop off and dog walking.

I have always wanted to work with animals they are all so loving and deserve the best care there is to offer.

I am currently working from home 3 days a week.

Qualifications

I achieved a Distinction* Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management after studying for 2 years in 2020.

At college I worked with a variety of different animals from domesticated to exotic and small mammals.

I have extensive knowledge about animal behaviour, well-being, training, diet and enrichment and I hope I'll have opportunities to show my skills.

I also did work experience at a local dog hydrotherapy company working with dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds from 2018-2020.

Services

For the service you require, please read below before messaging me with the enquiry. This is to ensure that you are informed and can ask me any questions I haven't answered already.

Dog boarding

  • This service can be offered all year round per my updated calendar.
  • During my working hours, your dog could be left alone for the most part of the day. This means your dog must be house trained and capable to be left alone for more than a few hours.
  • Unfortunately I can not board female dogs unless they have been spayed as my dog has not been neutered.
  • This service is available for small/medium dogs only.
  • Doggy day care

    • This service can be offered all year round per my updated calendar.
    • Your dog will be under my supervision the whole time.
    • Standard times for this service are from 8am till 6pm. Earlier drop off and late pick up can be arranged if needed.
    • Exercise, food, and enrichment/play is included in this service. Grooming can be offered if needed.
      • Unfortunately I can not offer day care for female dogs that haven't been spayed as my dog has not been neutered.
      • This service is available for small/medium dogs only.
      • Dog walking

        • This service can be offered all year round per my updated calendar.
        • Pick up and drop off is available at my address or yours.
        • I drive a small car and can comfortably fit 3 medium sized dogs.
        • I know if plenty of parks ranging from dog social spots to quiet, enclosed spaces.
        • This service is available to female and male dogs of all sizes.
        • Standard dog walking slots are around 1 hour however this can be discussed.
        • Home visits

          • This service can be offered all year round per my updated calendar.
          • During working hours, this service is offered free 6pm.
          • 2 home visits are available on weekends and during holidays.
          • Home visits are typically 1 hour.
          • Exercise, food, enrichment/play is included in this service. Grooming and training can be offered if needed.
          • This service is available for all pets in all shapes and sizes.
          • House sitting

            • This service can be offered all year round per my updated calendar.
            • This service is within a 10 mile radius of my work/home.
            • This service includes exercise, feeding, enrichment/play and cleaning enclosures if necessary if the correct equipment is provided by you.
            • This service is available for all pets in all shapes and sizes.
            • I am hoping you will consider me to look after your beloved pet and I can't wait to meet you and them.

              *For any of these services, we will need to arrange a meet and greet prior to the job to get to know them and you :).

              Jen's services

              At the sitter's home

              Doggy Day Care
              Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
              20 GBP for each additional pet
              40 GBP
              /day
              Dog boarding
              Overnight stay at the sitter's home
              25 GBP for each additional pet
              50 GBP
              /night

              At your home

              Dog Walking
              An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
              15 GBP for each additional pet
              20 GBP
              /walk
              One home visit a day
              Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your pet
              20 GBP
              /day
              House Sitting
              A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your pet
              55 GBP
              /night
              Two home visits a day
              Two drop-in visits for your pet
              35 GBP
              /day

              Jen also offers

              Dog training
              Grooming
              Pick up / drop off

              Cancellation policy: Moderate

              Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

              No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

              Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

              Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

              Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

              No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

              Reviews

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              Home Visits
              Emma, 2023-02-10

              I personally board rats for other people but finding someone to look after my girls was going to be hard, but Jen looked after my girls so well last time we went away that using her again was a no brainer.

              I got regular photos and updates, clear communication at all times whilst we were away and I enjoyed my holiday a lot more knowing that my girls were safe with Jen.

              We have two new babies who are so small but must have human contact to keep their confidence up and Jen made sure of that, she also made sure my old lady rat was kept an eye on too.

              We are away again in September and I have no hesitation in asking Jen again to care for my girls.

              Thank you Jen, we are very grateful as always.

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              Home Visits
              Emma, 2022-10-21

              Leaving our 9 rats with a complete stranger was a big thing for us but Jen rose to the challenge, listened to all my instructions, sent me photos, and made going on holiday a pleasure rather than a worry. I will definitely be using her again when we next go away as I know my girls are safe with Jen and are well looked after.

              9 rats is a bit like having 9 toddlers running around a room at the same time and having no control over what they're doing or their behaviour but it seems Jen kept calm and sorted out any minor disagreements that our girls do have. Chuck in, just for good measure, an additional needs rat that needs extra food and time to eat separately away from the other girls and you end up with complete chaos but Jen did not seem to worry about that and all my girls seemed very settled with her.

              Thank you Jen for taking such good care of our girls, I think they were quite disappointed when I came home!

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              Availability

              Jen's Pets

              Ben
              Australian Kelpie

              About Jen's Home

              Accepted pets

              Puppies
              < 1 year
              Dog sizes
              0-80 kg
              Dog ages
              0-20 years
              Cats
              all kinds
              Ferrets
              all kinds
              Small animals
              rodents, rabbits, ...

              Jen's home

              A large outdoor area
              Has no kids
              24/7 supervision
              A fully fenced backyard
              Emergency transport

              Walking areas

              Nearby off-leash dog area
              City park & Forest

              Skills

              Specific Skills

              I speak English
              +10 years of experience
              Familiar with dog training techniques

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              Jen

              Jen

              Qualified Advanced Technical Degree in Animal Management

              New Addington
              House sitting
              24h stay, in your home
              55 GBP
              /night
              All services and rates
              Contact Jen

              Cancellation policy: Moderate

              Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. 7 days before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

              No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

              Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

              Doggy day care and Dog walks always have a flexible cancellation policy:

              Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

              No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

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