James Matthew

Run Free Dogs

1 time favorited
Lives with 2 dogs
Lives with Labrador Retriever Luna
Usually responds within few hours
1w ago
Last activity
<4h
Response time
House sitting
24h stay, in your home
76.5 GBP
/night
All services and rates

About James Matthew

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We have been working professional with dogs for over 16 years. Assessing a dogs body language and communication iscritical part of our work at run free dogs, as we are confident to take time to understand each dogs individuality to enhance their relationship with their owners and overall well-being. By ensuing each dogs individual needs are met to prevent flooding dogs (ie. not overwhelming dogs).

After studying animal behaviour and welfare at university, aswell as working in the animal industry for over 16 years. We became accredited in dog behaviour with the British college of canine studies, We started RUN FREE DOGS to share our love for dogs and bring an extra bit of happiness to your dogs day.

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🐶DOG BEHAVIOUR ACCREDITED🕊️FULLY INSURED & DBS CHECKED🕊️🚐SECURE DOG CRATED VAN🚐⛑️PET 1ST AIDER⛑️

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BUT IM JUST A DOG WALKER

I'm just a dog walker.

I've spent countless hours of my own time studying animal behavior, training, nutrition and getting certified in pet first aid/CPR. I've invested the time and money to become certified, obtained insurance, bond, and business validity, so I know in my heart I'm providing the best care possible to my clients, both human and furry. I've built my business and reputation on reliability, dependability, safety and well-being.

I set aside 2 degrees and left a hospitality and catering position with employee benifits to dedicate my life to these animals and follow my dreams. This isn't a hobby; this is a lifestyle – a 24 hour a day, evenings, weekends and holidays type lifestyle.

I've given up time with my family, friends and my own pets to be there for other pets that needed me.

My schedule makes planning anything with loved ones very difficult because I never know when I'll be called out.

I've missed birthdays, wedding, holidays, and family gatherings because those entrusted to my care depend on me. I've sat up into the early hours of the morning researching new treatments and educating myself on diseases because I wanted to provide the best care to my sick or injured pets in my care.

I've been bitten, knocked to the ground, scratched, scraped, and had my arm almost yanked from its socket more times than I can count. I've laid on top of dogs I was walking when another dog charged at us and put myself between them and danger.

I've driven through storms, heavy Weather warnings, heavy snow and ice. I've slid down hills and got stuck in snow because I couldn't leave a pet unattended and without food and medications.

I've been covered in poop, pee, slobber, vomit and blood. They needed me.

I've been the call at 2 AM because a pet emergencies and a client was in hysterics needing advice and support.

I've helped owner's track lost pets for Hours!

I've taken found dogs to the police or a rescue in an attempt to get them back to those who love them.

I've had clients become friends and then family. I've been there for births, deaths, and funerals.

I've held the hair back for sick client's going through critical medical Interventions and the hands of those going through divorces or family deaths.

I've sat. I've listened. I watched people I grew to care about fade before my eyes.

I've bought food, medication, harnesses and leashes out of my own money because I knew a family, a pet, was in need.

I've rushed pets to the hospital and stayed by their side.

I've been there with clients who couldn't bear to be alone when their pet's time had come. They trust me. No one else in their family understood the bond. I was the shoulder, the advice, the warm hug of reassurance.

I've held bodies. I've held paws. I've been with pets as they crossed the bridge so the last thing they saw was someone who loved them.

I've laughed with kids, been invited to birthday parties, been to funerals, and cried myself to sleep knowing a family was in mourning.

But, I'm just a dog walker

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James Matthew's services

At your home

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

James Matthew 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.

Availability

James Matthew's Pets

Coal
Labrador Retriever
Luna
Labrador Retriever

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English
+20 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques
I Dog handling | Grooming techniques | Canine behaviour | Animal welfare & behaviour | Dog Training I Pet first aid and CPR | Certified in Dog behaviour and welfare | DBS/CRB checked | PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Passionate and knowledgeable Dog Minder/Walker with over 12 years' professional experience caring for various dog breeds. I have proven track record of excellent client satisfaction. Certified professional with extensive knowledge of breed standards, proper grooming techniques, and canine behaviour. Skilled at providing companionship and walks to dogs, handling multiple dogs at one time, and implementing training and obedience techniques. Possesses a deep understanding of canine needs and is passionate about providing them with the highest level of care.

Experience with

Animal welfare as a volunteer
Rescuing pets
Behavioural problems

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James Matthew

James Matthew

Run Free Dogs

House sitting
24h stay, in your home
76.5 GBP
/night
All services and rates
Contact James Matthew

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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