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    Swedish chalet with 165 X 40 foot gardens, Kilternan, Dublin 18

    Tim John

    A Wayside Cottages, Dublin
    19 Repeat guests
    102 Bookings
    84 Reviews
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    About Tim John

    Two very large gardens AKA play/sniff/running areas for all dogs - shy dogs can find shelter in the pampas grass or the trees or shrubs - adventurous dogs can run wild in the 165 foot by 40 foot gardens - happy dogs will just be happy wherever you place them! Happy walks in the Dublin foothills, food, water and lots of love. My mantra is and always has been - a dog (or, even better, dogs) are a man's best friend! My 9 year old (as of July 2025) Samoyed, Luka, is a playful, handsome boy who has been part of my dog-minding business his whole life and is used to dogs staying with us. I have taken dogs of all ages and he is respectful of older dogs. House and garden details: the gardens are secured with fences and stone walls on all sides. At the back of the house, we have a concrete wall which was used, years ago, to keep the cows from wandering into the garden. In 2020, we had an electric gate installed - this means the garden is fully secured. There are plenty of large bushes and trees to lie under and play around - see pics. All dogs are welcome to wander around the house - I can put up a safety rail if owners do not want their dogs going up the stairs. I work from home for a company in England, so am here pretty much all of the time. I have access to a car seven days a week - on these days walks will either be in Shanganagh Park, Bray Promenade or Marlay Park near Ballinteer or around the area where I live in Kilternan in the Dublin foothills. I have had dogs all my life and am a huge lover of animals. Please note, there are no cats or other animals apart from my dog, Luka, at my property. Any questions, please ask! Thank you for reading my post! Timothy

    Tim John's dogs

    Luka avatar
    Luka
    Samoyed·Size M·9 Years, 5 Months

    Tim John's home

    Total size of outdoor area: 2010 m²

    Garden
    Terrace
    Balcony

    More details

    I have previous experience of walking dogs
    I have previous experience of boarding dogs
    I can provide references upon request
    I own a car suitable for transporting dogs
    I can administer oral medication
    I have volunteered in animal shelters

    Services and fees

    Veterinary coverage & 24/7 phone support included

    Dog boarding

    Overnight in the dog sitter's home
    €45
    Meet & Greet
    Meet your sitter before the start date.
    +€7
    Public holiday rate
    €48
    Puppy rate
    €45
    Extra dog rate
    €45
    I accept dogs up to 45kg
    Including puppies

    Dog day care

    During the day in the dog sitter's home
    €40
    Meet & Greet
    Meet your sitter before the start date.
    +€7
    Public holiday rate
    €35
    Puppy rate
    €34
    Extra dog rate
    €40
    I accept dogs up to 45kg
    Including puppies

    Availability

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    84 reviews

    Toffee really enjoyed her time with Tim and Luka the samoyed. The house and garden are very nice and dog friendly. It was great to receive all the photos and videos during the day.

    I would like to thank Timothy once again for minding my presiaous Harley. It was the first time since we got her that I had to leave her with someone and needless to say I was very worried. Timothy's professional approach and genuine love for dogs put me at ease. Regular updates and fun photos and videos made me feel like I wanted to spend a week at Timothy's :). Harley enjoyed the stay, had lots of fun and looked great, we were worried she wouldn't want to come back to us.

    Another great stay with Timothy. Fred dashed in excitedly and got his usual lovely warm welcome. We got photos and videos daily while we were away. As ever, the standard of Timothy’s care was exceptional.

    Tim John

    A Wayside Cottages, Dublin

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