A home away from home - Cualanor | Dun Laoghaire | South Dublin

Please note, we only host one family at a time to ensure undivided attention. My fee is reflective of this unlike a kennel or others where there are multiple dogs so please do not message me asking for a lower rate. It is about giving each furbaby a loving place with undivided attention. I am from Sydney, Australia originally and moved to Dublin in 2019 with my husband, 8 year old daughter as well as our dog Casper, a 11 yr old male Maltese x Foxy Terrier. Having done GuDog for a few years, we know what works for our family. Please read through the below to ensure this is the right match before sending your request. - [ ] We offer short term sitting (up to 5 days) initially. For longer stays, they need to be a dog that has stayed with us previously to ensure they are going to be happy and comfortable. - [ ] Has to be 2+ years old and fully toilet trained to go outside. Due to Casper’s age, we no longer accept puppies or dogs that are trained to only use pee pads. - [ ] Will not accept any dog that has not been neutered and/or has marking tendencies. - [ ] Must be up to date with their vaccinations, flea and worming. A picture of the records must be sent via WhatsApp or through GUDog prior to their stay. If I have not received this by the time your dog is due to stay, I will cancel the booking. - [ ] A dog that is well socialised and used to being around other dogs/children. I live in a dog and child friendly neighbourhood. On many of our walks we will encounter other dogs as well as kids who wish to pat Casper. If your dog has a tendency to show aggression, this creates conflict for the kids and with other dogs. - [ ] If your dog tends to bark excessively, this is not the right home for them. All dogs bark however we live in an apartment and are conscious that excessive barking is not pleasant for our neighbours who also work from home. - [ ] A dog that only chews their own treats or toys. My daughter has suffered a few toy casualties so this request is from her 😄 - [ ] Your dog will need to feel comfortable in a car. As Casper suffers from anxiety, we cannot leave him on his own for more than an hour. This means on weekends, we tend to visit dog friendly cafes/pubs or select outdoor activities like hiking when the weather is good. I would prefer taking your dog with me. - [ ] I like to stick to your routine however if there isn’t one, then I will have them follow what I do for Casper which is breakfast, a 45 minute walk in the morning, 1-2 treats at lunch time, dinner and then a walk at night before bed. - [ ] Ensure dog is washed/groomed prior to their stay. I brush/wipe dogs post their walks however having a neat coat ensures their fur doesn’t mat easily post walks. - [ ] If staying over Christmas, we like to make sure there is a present under the tree to unwrap on Christmas morning. We always provide a small bag of grain free duck, chicken or beef jerky treats as a present from Casper. We are yet to meet a dog that doesn’t like these! We enjoy having dogs come to stay. Your fur baby will be loved and cared for like part of the family. If they don’t love lots of cuddles and pats then this may not be the right house for them as we truly believe dogs are part of the family. We want them to feel like this is their home away from home and they’re an extended part of our family. I am happy to send as many or as little photos and updates while you are away. What to bring when your dog stays: 1. Bedding 2. Sufficient enough food, treats, pee pads (if required for overnight toileting only!) and poo bags for their stay. 3. Dog lead (and a harness if they have one). 4. Dog raincoat if they have one 5. Dog car seat if they have one 7. Brush/toys or anything that you think that they will need to enjoy their stay more comfortable. 8. Dog Shampoo if staying for more than a week as we bath them post coastal swims and messy hikes so they stay clean. 9. Information regarding an emergency contact, who their vet may be as well as any vaccination records. ⚽ Pet Day Care • Up to 8 hours at mine • Includes a 60-minute walk, play/cuddles, and mental stimulation games. . Please provide any food or treats they may require. If they have a favourite toy, please bring that along to help them feel at ease. 🚘 Transport available. I have a 4WD so plenty of space. Your fur baby would sit in the back with Casper and Ava. If they’re a large dog, I would need to put them in the boot of the car. For safety, all dogs get strapped into the car. For inquiries or any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your time, Bee