Pet Sitting Services
Pet sitting gives your dog the comfort of being in their usual environment, with personal attention and care throughout the day or night. Whether you’re on holiday, away for a few hours or need overnight care, we’re here to provide your dog with attention, enrichment and any special care they may need. This service is ideal for dogs that prefer staying at home and maintaining their routine with the added benefit of watching your home while you’re away. We offer specialised care for anxious/ reactive dogs.
Hourly Pet Sitting (Drop-In Visit) – £20/hr
Perfect for young puppies, seniors or recovering dogs. Whether it’s for a busy workday, appointment or special occasional I make sure your dog stays fulfilled and well-cared for in the comfort of their own home. The visit can include: feeding, play session and a short walk. (Maximum booking: 4 hours)
Service hours are between 9am and 8pm. If you need care outside these times, please get in touch for a bespoke quote.
What to expect
From playful puppies to recovering seniors, day sitting is tailored to every dog.
Visits include mental stimulation, care and enrichment.
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Puppy Visit
Puppy visits focus on socialisation both before and after vaccinations, helping them gain confidence and exposure to new experiences. Visits also include toilet and crate training, feeding, clean-up and teaching your puppy to recognise and respond to their name.
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Senior / Injured
For injured or senior dogs we focus on providing gentle care and support, including administering medication, toilet breaks and feeding. Visits can also provide mental stimulation through enrichment activities, light play and brief walks to keep your dog engaged and happy without overexertion.
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Hot Weather
Provides a stimulating alternative when regular walks are cancelled due to hot weather. Sessions include a toilet break, indoor enrichment games and training to keep your dog mentally fulfilled in the absence of their usual walk.
Overnight Pet Sitting Packages
I provide a premium pet sitting service that goes beyond basic care, offering comfort, enrichment and training to support your dog’s wellbeing.I offer three levels of overnight care tailored to your dog's routine and personality.
Every package includes:
•Feeding
•Toilet breaks
•Photo/video updates
•Full hour of training (Working Dog Walk)
All packages are flexible and can be adapted to your dog’s specific needs. I’m also happy to care for multiple pets, each receiving the same personalised attention.
Please get in touch to discuss your pet’s specific requirements.
Essential
Evening to morning care (6 pm – 9 am), offering calm companionship and peace of mind while you rest or travel.
£50
Your sitter stays in your home providing dedicated care to your pet. They step out for no more than 6 hours and never more than 4 hours at a time. Working Dog Walk included.
£70
Premium
Premium care for your pet, your sitter stays in your home and is away for no more than 4 hours per day. Working Dog Walk included.
£80
Ultimate
Our deluxe care package offers a minimum of 22 hours of supervision, with your sitter away for no more than 2 hours per day. Your pet will enjoy continuous companionship, engaging play. Working Dog Walk included.
£100
Holiday rates: Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day will incur a 20% surcharge on the standard rate.
Why Choose Us?
Peace Of Mind
✔ Canine First Aid Trained
✔ Insured
✔ DBS Checked
✔ Crash Tested Transport Crates
✔ GPS Tractive Trackers
Regular Updates
We ensure you stay informed about your dog’s daily activities. Through personalised WhatsApp updates, including photos and videos, you'll receive regular insights into your dog’s day, giving you peace of mind that they’re being well cared for.
Mental and Physical Stimulation
At Bruno’s Buddies, we don’t just walk your dog we work alongside you to maintain your dog’s training goals. Whether it’s lead walking, recall, or duration work, we ensure that your dog is consistently progressing.
Experienced with Anxious Dogs
I specialise in supporting dogs with behavioural challenges, including anxiety and reactivity. As a certified canine reactivity experts with years of experience, I provide a calm and structured environment for learning.
FAQs
You can book a service by filling out this form.
Payment: Payments for dog walking services are made via bank transfer. Invoices are sent at the end of each month.
Pet Sitting booking terms:
- Deposit: £50 deposit is required to secure your dog’s sitting dates. The deposit will be applied toward the total sitting fee.
- Cancellation policy:
14+ days notice: Full refund
Under 7 days: No refund (deposit retained).
Yes, basic obedience training is incorporated into every walk!
We use each walk as an opportunity to reinforce key skills like lead walking, recall, and impulse control—helping to support your dog’s growth, confidence, and overall behavior in everyday settings.
Looking for more focused training?
We also offer dedicated Training Walks for dogs who need extra support or are working on specific challenges. These walks are ideal for proofing behaviours in a range of environments.
We cover East London and surrounding areas. If you’re located outside of this area, please get in contact, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
Your dog’s safety and well-being are our top priority. Our van is fitted with crash tested crates to ensure your dog is safe during transport. Dogs will have GPS trackers on during their training walk. We’ll also keep you updated via WhatsApp or your preferred communication method, sharing pictures and brief updates to give you peace of mind. After each session, you’ll receive a detailed post-walk or post-sitting report, outlining how your dog did, any training progress etc. This ensures you’re always informed about your dog’s experience!
Travel within a 20-minute drive of Barking, IG11 is included in all services.
For locations beyond this, a travel fee applies to cover time and mileage (£0.45 per mile).