My partner & I grew up with family pets who had an important place in the family home (Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier, Labradors, Shih Tzu, cats). We now live away from our homeplace so do not get to see the family Labrador & Shih tzu often (Pics of Mojo, the confident Shih Tzu, & Muzzy the Golden Labrador below). We would love to have dogs of our own, but due to space & time limitations, we are currently unable to have our own dogs. We have volunteered in Darkness into Light animal shelter (pics below), and have enjoyed volunteer-walking dogs in Limerick Animal Welfare Society. These are a bit of a treck to get to, so we are happy to provide daycare & boarding services at weekends (next available from October) when we are free, can give our undivided attention, and can guarantee 3 walks per day.
*Our apartment is on the small size, and would only suit a small dog(s) for daycare or boarding.* They will be warmly welcomed & given lots of attention & rubs/cuddles (if they like rubs/cuddles). We have a carpark outside the front door of our ground floor apartment, so we would always pop the lead on before going outside. There is a green area all around the estate, surrounded by a large wall. Another estate with a large green area is situated next to us. All around this area is popular for dog walks, with level footpaths & zebra crossing leading to the University of Limerick grounds, & the riverbank walk.
Our walking distance/time can vary to accommodate what best suits your dog(s); whether that's 15 minutes at a time or over 1 hour. We can walk/jog with your dog(s), or walk at a slower pace. Optional: If your dog likes variety & is happy to come on a 10 or 20-minute drive, we could bring them directly to the start of UL's riverbank walk; to a forest walk in Murroe; to ClareGlens; to Castletroy Neighbourhood Park; or People's Park. We are more than happy to meet with you & your dog(s) to see if we are a good fit :)
Note:
Please let us know what breed/size your dog is, and a little note about their temperament.
If your dog is staying over, please keep in mind leaving their bed with us for their comfort.
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.
Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone
My dog Nelly had fantastic holiday with Barbara and James. She was very happy and I’m sure she enjoyed all stay. She had lovely walks and lots of play. Barbara took really good care of her and sent me a lot of pictures and videos. It was the first time I wasn’t worried about my dog while I was away. Thank you Barbara and James. I would really recommend them and I’ll definitely ask Barbara to stay with my Nelly again
Barbara and his partner were great with our dog, who was taken on several walks and constantly kept us updated with pics and videos on how he was getting on.
Both my partner & I have up-to-date Garda Clearance due to our roles (Professional working with the public, & student on placement)