About Me
Louisa Kierman
Since I can remember, I have always been an animal lover, In fact, I could never, and still cannot to this very day, walk past a cute and furry creature without saying hello! I grew up with a rescue dog Laddie, a Shetland Collie, who captured my heart and ignited my passion for the animal kingdom.
I owned various small pets and cats into adulthood, and was also an avid horse rider, working at stables throughout the weekends and holidays in turn for riding lessons and to compete in local shows.
Fast forward to grown up life where for over a decade, I worked onboard luxury cruise ships and a yacht, traveling the world. Naturally this meant that I couldn’t own or work with my beloved animals but it still didn’t stop me from finding them in every port I visited, and I am sure the captain started worrying about what may have followed me back to the ship each time I went ashore!
My calling came at last when I dropped anchor in Hertfordshire and began volunteering with the Borrow My Doggy scheme, gaining experience walking various breeds within the glorious Hertfordshire countryside! It felt the right path to take so I began studying at the College of Animal Welfare, to name but a few establishments, earning City & Guilds and OCN certificates in levels 2 & 3 Dog Grooming, CPD Diploma in Pet Sitting & Dog Walking, a Professional Dog Walking Certificate from the British College of Canine Studies and most recently, Canine 1st Aid.
I relocated to Shropshire in January 2021, building a successful dog walking and pet sitting business over the years before moving to stunning Anglesey, where I now live with my partner, step-daughter and our gorgeous fur baby, Neli the cockapoo! I am ready and waiting to provide companionship, cuddles, love and adventures for your four-legged friends! Also.......We have expanded!!....
I'm proud to announce the launch of our new Dog Friendly Holiday Accomodation, on the beautiful island of Anglesey! Click on the link at the top of the page for more information! :)
Why Hire a Canine Companion?.
Let’s face it, life is hard tough enough right now. Having a canine companion assists you by reducing the stresses and strains on your day to day schedule, leaving you to reap the rewards and benefits of being an animal guardian, not to mention making your fur babies more content!
Even before the country navigated through its various stages of lockdown, many of you reading this may have experienced some of the following concerns:
⦿ Working / commuting long hours leaving less time to spend with your pet/s.
⦿ Returning back to employment after working at home for a prolonged period.
⦿ Family commitments/ school runs.
⦿ Owning energetic breeds that require longer walks or more than 2 walks a day.
⦿ Anxious dogs that require 1-2-1 attention or who suffer from separation anxiety.
⦿ Puppies that need care throughout the day.
⦿ Receiving invitations to social events where your dog cannot accompany you.
⦿ Trips away and reluctancy to place your pet/s into kennels/catteries.
⦿ Care and attention for feline friends and small furries e.g rodents, rabbits etc.
⦿ Senior dogs, who like puppies, need extra TLC.
⦿ Administering of medication during your absence.
⦿ Lack of transportation i.e to and from the vets, daycare, kennels etc.
⦿ Personal Illness or mobility challenges preventing you from walking your dog.
⦿ Worrying about the security of your home during your absence.
Worry not, let me take away the concerns of leaving your pets alone and replace it with peace of mind, knowing they are in excellent hands, whilst remaining in the environment they know and love - the convenience and time saving benefits of having animal care within your own home! Your fur babies will have more cuddles, care and attention then they will know what to do with! Going away overnight? No problem! Sleepovers can also be arranged for your convenience.
For detailed information of my services and prices, please refer to the SERVICES and CONTACT ME pages!
Solo Dog Walking
Each pup will benefit from 1-2-1 walks and focus. Prices depend on location and may include travel time/fuel.
Highly recommend for all doggies- don't they all deserve individual attention (?!), and the paw-fect solution for diva dogs who are particularly jealous, reactive/anxious with others!
Steady or brisk walk/run with your dog, rural locations where possible.
Up to 1 Hour - from £16.00
Muddy bits cleaned & towel dried as much as possible.
Treats (owner permitting) and water provided.
Photo and text updates provided for your peace of mind.
Longer durations available.
Services
Group Dog Walking
Available to dogs from the same household and well socialised pups. Prices depend on location and may include travel time/fuel.
Rural locations where possible, a max of 2-3 dogs walked at any one time, dependant on breed, size & behaviour- must be well-socialised around other four-legged friends.
Additional Dogs charged at £8 per dog
Muddy bits washed, towel dried as much as possible.
Treats (owner permitting) and water provided.
Photo/video and text updates provided for your peace of mind.
Canine Companionship
Reduce stress and anxiety by providing companionship for your beloved adult pooch or puppy within the comfort of their own surroundings. Added bonus of extra security for your home!
Are you on holiday and want to visit a non-dog friendly venue? No problem! I can also come and pup-sit at your accomodation!
Includes 1-2-1 cuddles, playtime, food and water as required, continuation of any training, toilets breaks, poop clean-up, photo and text updates.
£16 per hour but this does depends on location and number of dogs.Please contact me for an accurate price.
Pet & House Sitting
Reduce stress and anxiety by providing companionship for your beloved furry friend/s (dogs, cats, small furries) within the comfort of their own surroundings.
Ideal for animals that find being in a different environment stressful.
Added bonus of security for your home in your absence.
I will tend to any plants, take out bins, close/open curtains and collect mail etc.
Price includes up to 2 pets and per 24 hours. Walkies also included! Additional pets (dependant on size and breed/type) will be quoted for along with all the house sitting details at our initial meeting. Prices depend on location and may include travel time/fuel.
I will work my daily services in between tending to your home and fur babies throughout the day, returning each evening to stay overnight. Please note that the maximum continuous period that I can stay in your home is 2 weeks, and a 50% deposit is required at the time of booking in order to secure your dates.
Cat Sitting
1 or 2 home visits to feed, water and cuddle your feline friend/s, plus litter tray cleaning. Photo and text updates provided for peace of mind.
£12 - One visit (per day)
£18.00 - Two visits (per day)
Approx 20-30 minutes per visit. If longer duration required, please contact me for prices and times.
Small Pet Care
Feed and water small furries such as rodents, rabbits and guinea pigs - no reptiles or spiders please!
Playtime and cuddles, exercise time if required, plus photo and text updates provided for peace of mind.
£12 - One visit (per day)
£18.00 - Two visits (per day)
Approx 20-30 minutes per visit. If longer duration required, please contact me for prices and times.
Prices cover a maximum of 2 small pets.
Puppy Pop Ins!
Do your pup/s or doggo/s need a quick let out during the day but not a long walk? Worry not! Auntie Lou can pop round and provide poo and piddle breaks, cuddles, play, food, water and treats, and even squeeze in a mini leg stretcher if required!
Price is £12 for a half hour period. Please advise if more doggies will be joining as price may vary.
Contact Me
Terms & Conditions
All clients are required to read and sign the business terms and conditions, alongside any declaration, veterinary release and consent forms, before any services will be agreed. This also includes meeting the animal/s in question, so as to assess their behaviour, temperament and any particular needs they may have. Please contact me to arrange a complementary meeting.
Our full Terms & Conditions can be found here.
Payments
I accept payment by cash & bank transfer.
Details will be provided once a booking/s have been confirmed.
For block bookings and house sitting, please note that a non- refundable 50% reservation fee will be required at time of booking in order to secure your date/s. Please note that the maximum continuous period that I can stay in your home is 2 weeks however if a longer duration is required, do ask as I may be able to accomodate you needs depending on my availabilty.
A cancellation policy and fees apply to all bookings, and are as follows: cancellations received or missed bookings 24 hours or less prior to the appointment = 100% of the service fee due. Cancellations must be made in writing by email, text or via my Facebook page.
I kindly request, where possible, that a minimum of 2 days notice is given should you wish to alter or cancel your dog walk. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. :)