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About Mr Wagtails

You would probably like to know a little more about me before you place your furry friend in my care. I am in my 50's and have lived in Ashton under Lyne for 20+ years. My wife, Melody, and I adore animals. We once had our elderly cat, Memphis to look after, she crossed Rainbow Bridge in November 2016. Memph was hard of hearing due to her age and felt more insecure than she once did so we deeply understand how you feel about leaving your pets in a kennel or cattery. If we were to leave our pet with a sitter, we would love them to be professional, understanding, sensitive, qualified and trustworthy, just the qualities I hope to provide for you!

We now have Lenny, a rescued working English Springer Spaniel. He pretty much loves long woodland walks and muddy puddles. If he gets a long run, he likes to chill in the evening. He doesn't care much for other dogs, preferring to make his way past them as quickly as he can in order to investigate the next bush. He wouldn't do well in doggy day care so we would prefer him to be walked alone instead of with a large group, or kept in a van awaiting his drop off home. We understand you may not want this for your beloved pets either!

In 2014, I undertook a diploma in dog walking and pet sitting and to my delight, I gained a distinction! I could finally undertake work doing something I love. I then underwent further training in Animal Nutrition and gained my Veterinary Assistant certificates so I feel even more qualified to care for my charges.

 

I can promise you that: 

 

  • I only walk one household's dogs at a time.

  • I will care for your pets as if they were my own.

  • I am reliable, dedicated and qualified.

  • I hold insurance.

  • I am trustworthy and DBS checked.

  • I will follow your instructions and boundaries for your pets.

  • I am local.

  • My rates are tailor made to your requirements.

 

Why not make an appointment with me to discuss YOUR pet's needs? 

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This is Melody. She is a registered human's nurse so is also CRB checked to an enhanced level. Most of the website and technical stuff is done by her as a volunteer. She is a Registered Nutritional Therapist and is currently working to be a Health Coach. She sometimes helps in the background, keeps me fed and watered and occasionally undertakes visits. Most of the pictures of Lenny's adventures are taken by Melody on their walks together.

Melody is qualified in Pet First Aid and CPR and has a Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Diploma.

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