I am a 54 year-old artist from Glasgow who has moved to Donaghmede one year ago to be with my Dublin fella.  

Dogs have always played a big part in my life from childhood:  

· brought up with labradors  

· co-owning dogs with friends  

· live-in carer for dogs (and cats) while owners on vacation 

· latterly helped out a friend when setting up her dog-walking business 

I have got to know the beaches and parks very well around Donaghmede, Raheny, Baldoyle, Portmarnock, Sutton and Howth and love to see the dogs taking their space there. 

As a writer and video-maker working from home, my schedule is very flexible and can work around you and your pet’s needs.  

I can offer:  

· two one hour-long walks a day, primarily on local beaches, or in local parks (available from early morning till early evening for walks) 

· administration of tablets  

· up to two dogs boarding at my home at a time (and I will be working from home during that time). There are no other pets at home, no children, only myself and my partner. Visiting dogs can bring their own bed/ blanket and can sleep in the open plan living room/kitchen area. We have a decent sized grassed over back garden, completely secure with high walls and one locked gate. 

· Pet sitting in your own home overnight (for a whole week), include plant care, etc 

I understand the importance of listening carefully to your specific instructions on your pet's feeding regime, administering medications, treat allowance, training/ command words, etc - Basically creating confidence quickly in your dog and I's new relationship.