Dog Sitters in Elvington

I am extremely pleased with the service that Nigel and Emma offer. We have a lively young terrier and a nervous senior cat. At the preliminary visit, we were very impressed by N and E's professionalism and understanding of the needs of both pets. We have used their service many times since and have found them to be both flexible and reliable. I am very confident leaving both pets in their care. and caring am confident leaving both in their care.

Nigel and Emma are very reliable and ensure my dog Xena has a great walk. Xena is always very excited to see them which only reaffirms that she has a great bond with them. They are also very trustworthy and lovely people to deal with. They will always try and accommodate for last minute requests too which really helps us out. I would definitely recommend their services to others.

Nigel and Emma have been walking our dogs for many years since they took over Petpals York. They have also looked after our cats when we’ve been away. They have always been professional and utterly trustworthy. They have been flexible to accommodate ‘doggie quirks’ and adjusted their routine for exercise when any of the dogs has been unwell or injured. They are highly recommended.

Nigel and Emma have always been wonderful with our Cat, Remus. We use Petpals to look after our cat when we are away from home. They are great with him, reliable, flexible, great value and trustworthy. They also send us pictures of how Remus is getting on via Whatsapp which we love! Far less stressful for the cat than a cattery, and great value.

Although I’ve not needed to use their services during the pandemic, it has been lovely seeing the happy posts from Petpals as they’ve continued to provide support for some very content looking cats and dogs. Having used Petpals many times in the past for my cats, I will certainly be calling them again as soon as I can travel again. I’m a bit disorganised, but Nigel and Emma have always responded straight away and helped me out with my last minute bookings. Thanks to you both, and stay safe.

Petpals York have been walking our 8 year old Boxer since he was a young lad! They are very compassionate and professional and our family highly recommend them. Our doggie was poorly a couple of years ago and Nigel and Emma were very supportive and adjusted to our needs at that time. We can't thank them enough for loving our dog as much as we do.

We have used Nigel and Emma for the last three years, whenever we have gone away for more than a night or two, to look after our cat. They are professional, attentive, caring, and always keep us updated throughout. We have never had any issues, and will continue to use them as long as we need a cat-sitter. Would highly recommend their service!

Petpals is fantastic! Our cats got very stressed when we used to take them to a cattery. Now it's "business as usual" for the cats and we can go away knowing they are being very well looked after. It's extremely easy too - all we do is send and email and pay! We can't recommend Petpals enough.

excellent service. Emma and Nigel are so dependable and clearly care about the work they do. I have no hestation in highly recommending them for all your dog walking needs.

Nigel and Emma are brilliant - highly recommended due to their professionalism and fair prices. We'll be using their services to look after our cats Frank and Brian for some time to come I would imagine!

We’ve used Emma’s services (cat sitting) a couple of times now. Emma is professional, kind, caring and understanding. The price range is amazing too. Although our cat isn’t the most sociable cat, Emma took/takes the time to get to know her and understand her needs. Both my partner and I would recommend Emma in a heartbeat. It takes a lot for us to trust someone to come into our home and look after our pet. However, we never ever had any worries with Emma. Emma kept us updated throughout and her caring nature really showed

Emma came highly recommended when i was looking for help with feeding my 2 cats and fish whilst away on business. She's reliable, dependable and organised. I would recommend her to anyone that has a pet sitting need. She has thought of absolutely everything! I trusted her to be in my home and around my animals and she didn't disappoint! I will definitely do business with her again! Thanks Emma :)

Emma has been walking our dog since we got him 3 years ago. She’s reliable, friendly and clearly loves her job. I know that when I’m at work, our dog is getting the exercise and attention that we’d give him ourselves. Brilliant service!

I would recommend A Dog's Best Friend to anyone. I have every confidence in Emma. My dogs Paisley and Bella are always very excited to see her and I have peace of mind knowing they are happy and well looked after whilst in her care.

Emma and Aimee have both looked after my fur ball Bob and I cant thank them enough for the care they have given him.. If you are looking for a dog walker or dog sitter, look no further

Emma is great!

First stay for this dog, she seemed happy and calm. Clean. Caring, responsible owners.

Dogs loved it and came back after a weekend away to 2 very happy dogs

Travelled to Derwent kennels today 18/06/20 with our little man Bear the Jack Russel for his very first haircut. He has a few issues bless but he was looked after fabulously, his hair cut was great, we will definitely be going back. Thank you so much

We ( Mike & Lesley Lambert) first used the kennels around late 2015. We have 2 dogs and had been having a lot of health issues after pick up when using a DIFFERENT kennel. So understandably we were very concerned about leaving them again. Initially we tried a short visit, no issues, a longer one, no issues, then a 2 week stay in July 2017, again no issues. Our dogs have been returned to us happy and healthy ON ALL OCCASIONS. We are totally confident that our animals are being fed correctly, allowed to play in the paddock daily and generally being well looked after and catered for here. WE WOULD ABSOLUTELY, WITHOUT RESERVATION, RECOMMEND DERWENT KENNELS.

Wouldn’t go anywhere else !!

A fantastic place for my beagle

Just awesome

My Hamster Gus Gus was regularly handled and such well cared for will definitely use Charlotte again whenever we go away! We were consistently updated with pictures, so happy with her services!

Charlotte is amazing at looking after our little piggies, we've never had to worry about them whilst they've been in her care. We've used Charlotte's services a few times now and can't fault her. We love getting regular updates and pictures of our piggies and will continue to use Pippin Pet Boarding for the foreseeable future.

Our rabbit, Puddles, has stayed with Charlotte three times. She is always very well cared for and we receive regular updates. We are always very happy with Pippin holidays. Charlotte clearly loves animals.

My bunnies Nibbles and Isabelle have stayed at Pippin many times, most recently in the new luxury lodge which is a whole summer house and garden for them to roam freely. But it is the care and love that they receive from Charlotte who apart from being highly experienced in small pet care obviously adores animals which makes it more than just a business. I wouldn’t send my beloved rabbits anywhere else. Prices are more than fair for the level of service and you will get regular lovely photos and updates. Highly recommended in every way.

I would highly recommend Pippin Pet Boarding. Charlotte has been looking after our hamsters for the past few years now and we have always received an excellent service. Charlotte is really friendly and from the first visit we knew our hamster would be in safe hands. Charlotte always sends us photo updates throughout their stay so we can see how they are getting on which is great!

My two little Russian Dwarf hamsters, Pudding and Crumpet, have just spent 10 days with Charlotte at Pippin Pet Boarding and they had an absolutely amazing time ! They were looked after with the utmost care and attention . I received regular updates and some really cute pictures of my two girls which was sooo nice and comforting as I missed them a lot ! Charlotte was very friendly and professional , and was sooo considerate and flexible when arranging drop off and pick up times ! I highly recommend Pippin Pet Boarding for all your small animals, an all round FANTASTIC service :) :) :)

Charlotte looked after my canary "Biscuit" for two weeks and he was very happy and healthy when I returned to collect him. I was given regular updates about him throughout my holiday, including lovely photos of him free-flying around safely. Reasonably priced and reliable! Will definitely use again!!!

Milo, our hamster had a great stay, we loved our mid week update and photos. Highly recommended pet care service ! Thank You ! Summer holiday booking on its way 😁

Charlotte is always happy to look after our old bunny 🐰 and sends pictures to show how he is doing. …

Pipping Barding is just first class accommodation for small animals 🥇Charlotte is very dedicated and cares for her charges with 100% dedication my two girlie guineas Wendy & Daphne have been twice for two pretty long stays I have no hesitation at leaving them .The updates while you are away are fabulous we all know small animals can suddenly go downhill it’s something we always discuss but thankfully it’s never happened .Makes going away on holiday so much easier !

Fantastic dog walking and day car service in York. Andy is very professional, and also just a generally great guy. We feel completely at ease handing over our 1 year old retriever to Andy to look after. Would highly recommend!

Great service really helpful

Just the absolute best, I wouldn't ever use anyone but Hazel to look after my furry 4.

Really helpful. My timid, elderly cat loves Hazel!

Lovely food lovely staff

Can't fault Lorraine and her York team - they have been so helpful, our dog loves his visits and walks, and they can help with small pet holiday checking. Would happily them recommend to anyone

Great service, and our two Guinea pigs are always really happy when we've kept them here

My 2 cats stayed over the Christmas break and I would definitely recommend this place. Alyse is experienced at what she does and it really meant a lot knowing they were in such good hands. The surroundings are green and leafy; the facilities are quiet and clean with plenty of views to interest the cats. It made us feel confident knowing our pets were safe and secure while we were away.

We’re very pleased to have found Alyse and this cattery! Conveniently located in York, provides a true 5 star service. We have been impressed by their professionalism and meticulosity. Our cat is rather anxious, but we felt reassured by their approach and Alyse taking the time to listen to our concerns. Our cat’s first stay has definitely been enjoyable, he seemed happy and relaxed when we took him back home. He has his ways of telling us when he’s not been happy; we have had the experience in the past when he needed a long time to ‘recover’ after boarding in a cattery. Not this time though. We will most certainly return. 😼

Couldn't recommend this place enough. Our cat Freddie is always well looked after and Alyse will go out of her way to make room for him if the cattery is busy. We also appreciate the discounted rates and free upgrades for being returning customers. We can go away with peace of mind knowing our pet is taken care of 👍🏻 …

It’s difficult finding somewhere you trust with your dog, but these really are the best kennels. My dog is always so well looked after and always so happy. They get one on one attention which is great as my dog sometimes struggles with other dogs. The girls are all so amazing and Aylese is unbelievable with all the animals. They are so clean and they have their own kennel too and some are even heated on the floors! I love the photo updates on line too always nice to see, I also used them over Xmas and they sent me Xmas day pics! And she even got a present! 100% would use them and will keep using them! 💗💕

We have been using this cattery regularly for over 10 years and have recommended it to friends and family who have also been happy with the service. The owner is always very accommodating to our cat's needs. You can tell that she is a cat lover and understands how fussy some cats (and owners!) can be and always puts our minds at rest. Our old cat used to need medication and was very timid and they always cared really well for her. On our most recent visit in Sept 2021, I was delighted to see the upgrades that had been made to the cattery. New, larger catio apartments have been created which Alyse took the time to show me around. The care and attention she has put into these was impressive, she really has thought of everything. We highly recommend this cattery.

Reliable, friendly and very accommodating Like many pet owners, I expect my pets to be looked after with as much love, care and attention as I would give them at home myself. Boarding my cat, Luna at the Red House really is home from home for her! The service and staff are genuine and always happy to accommodate any kind of special requests (which is perfect for worried owners like myself!). She always comes back happy, and I feel very comfortable boarding her here as I know she is safe, well-fed and watered, warm and comfortable and most importantly, happy! I was so pleased with the quality of service that I applied for a job at the Red House; after working here for almost 6 months, it is clear that all cleaning and preparation is thorough and there is a genuine love for all the animals boarding! Would definitely recommend this place for all, especially worried or fussy owners! Fantastic, reliable company.

We have used the Red House on a number of occasions for our old dog who will be 15 this year. She always comes home happy and relaxed and even seems pleased to be there when we arrive! They have always been flexible when needed and the girls always greet our dog as though she’s an old friend which is lovely considering how nervous she can be, it makes a big difference. The kennels themselves are clean and well maintained and I’d have no hesitation in recommending them to friends and family.

I can't recommend this cattery enough. Have used this cattery two years running over Christmas and my cat always comes home looking well and settles quickly. Alyse is very friendly and it's clear that the cattery is spotless and that my cat has been very well looked after. Alyse also posts photos online if you like to put your mind at rest that your pet is being well cared for. Thank you Alyse! Thank you Alyse

Excellent as always. I think we've left our dogs with the Red House on at least 15 separate occasions. I can honestly say we've never had a single issue. The staff are very friendly and caring towards the dogs. The location is easy to get to, close to York, and yet very tranquil. Some time ago the daughter of a family friend worked there and if there was anything out of order it would have been picked up. There wasn't. The set up is solid. What's not to like? So seeing some bad reviews pop up got me wondering the lengths people will go to tear an excellent long running family business down. Not to mention getting their mates who have never been to the kennels to leave a review as well. I seem to recall a similar thing happen to another boarding kennels in York. The Red House Kennels has always been great for our dogs. It's run by genuine animal lovers who tend to each animal if it were their own. Don't just take my word for it (or any other for that matter). Come and see for yourself. You won't be disappointed. Unless your mate tells you to be disappointed. But why lie? The place is great. And our dogs are always happy when we approach it, when they see the staff, and during their stay. 5 stars is not enough.

We have left our dog Nuts and cat Biscuit here at least twice a year for the last 8 years and this year they were joined by their new younger doggy brother Archie. We wouldn't entrust any other establishment with our furry children!! You know your pets and can tell when they are happy and unhappy , relaxed, stressed or upset. All our pets without fail are happy and relaxed and look extremely healthy after being left for their holidays at Red House. Our dog Nuts strains on his lead with excitement to greet Lucy when we arrive for the start of his holidays at Red House, a sure sign that he is happy to return. We love that we can go away on our holidays safe in the knowledge that our pets are enjoying theirs! Thank you to Alyse and team for consistently providing such a safe and loving haven for our pets!!

Katie is fantastic and is always so welcoming to my dog Otis! He has a great time in her company, with all his doggie friends!

Absolutely brilliant service. Katie treats all the dogs like her own with regular updates to the owners. The dogs have a fantastic time. Don't know what the negative review is all about?

Great service

don't know who you are so not sure why this review has been left

not sure why i have a 3 star review when i dont know you and you havent used my service

Amie is amazing!! We have used her for a few months now after having a bad experience with a previous dog walker. She put our mind at ease straight away as she was a natural with our 2 Dachshunds. She's very punctual, always leaves the dogs as clean as she finds them, changes the walks so they get to experience new surroundings and great at communicating with us daily whenever we want to amend or add days to walk them. Thanks so much for loving them as much as we do and taking care of them whilst we are working.

Absolutely fantastic dog walking service - I cannot recommend it enough! When we first got our dachshund puppy three years ago, we were nervous about trusting a dog walker. We contacted Amie because we liked the professional marketing and quirky name, and since then her service has well exceeded our expectations. She had a key from the start, and began doing puppy pop-ins for us, before progressing to daily walks as our dog got older. She formed a brilliant bond with him from the minute they met, and he absolutely loves her! Amie has been fundamental in helping our dog grow into the confident sausage he is! She has assisted us with his training and given us lots of helpful tips during the tricky puppy months (and beyond!). She is 100% committed, very reliable and she really cares about the dogs she looks after; she always goes the extra mile to meet their individual needs. She is easy to get hold of and always responds quickly. The pictures she posts on social media are also great for letting you see how your dog is getting on and enjoying themselves. We have recommended Bloomingtails to several of our friends who now also use the service, and they all agree that Amie does an amazing job. Thank you for your excellent care and service Amie!

Amie is fantastic! Always professional & totally reliable, she is a great communicator. Nothing is too much trouble & she goes the extra mile to ensure your dog's needs are met, placing them on the best walks for both their size and temperament. I chose Amie because of her experience with dachshunds & consequently my dog has grown in confidence since becoming one of the Bloomingtails 'gang'. He has tremendous fun on his walks & adores Amie! Her amazing bond with all the dogs in her care is obvious. Amie provides an excellent service and I can highly recommend her.

I cannot recommend Amie highly enough; she is professional, reliable and a real dog lover. She gets to know each individual dog's personality and adapts to this. On a day-to-day basis, she provides varied walks and considers which dogs to take on which walk, so they can meet their mates regularly. Our large ridgeback/lab cross (Tilly) always comes home tired but happy. Amie responds quickly to messages, gives plenty of advanced warning of her holidays and tries her best to accommodate any requests, such as an extra day or a change of day. Tilly adores Amie, although this hasn’t always been the case. Tilly has a guarding instinct and has trust issues. Amie overcame by popping in to see Tilly every day for a month until Tilly accepted her as a part of “her gang” and I will always be grateful for her efforts. Amie will often post pictures or videos on Instagram so you can see the dogs having fun. She is truly trustworthy, and I have no hesitation in recommending her.

Bloomingtails Amie has walked our boy since he was a puppy. He absolutely adores her and I trust her completely with him! I cannot recommend Bloomingtails enough! Amie has really gone out of her way to help us out and I really don't know what we would do without her! There have been quite a few occasions when I have bumped into Amie whilst walking my dog myself and I am always re-assured by how well she takes care of the dogs and how she always keeps them under control. A definite 5 stars!!

Bloomingtails have exceeded all expectations of what you expect from a dog walking service. Amie is absolutely brilliant with my labrador, and he adores her. Amie is always reliable and professional. Pre-lockdown, I trusted her with my keys so she could collect and drop off Buddy whilst I was at work. She's always willing to help if I need an extra day (subject to space/availability of course). She'll also post pics on social.media so you can see your dog having lots of fun! Would highly recommend 👌

The lady who drives this van speeds in 20 mile zones. Be aware of this if your putting your treasured animals in her care. Very worrying. I had to put a star in order to post this.

Our dog Dobby is the most excited he ever gets when Amie comes knocking at the door!