SPECIALIST DOG SITTING
Some dogs carry more with them than others. The elderly dog whose joints ache by evening. The anxious rescue who has only just learned that humans can be trusted. The blind dog whose world is held together entirely by familiar smells, sounds, and routine. For these dogs, being placed in a kennel or left with someone who doesn't understand their needs isn't just uncomfortable - it can undo weeks or months of careful progress.
For dogs who need more than someone to keep an eye on them.
Rowan's House exists for exactly these dogs. Specialist in-home sitting means your dog stays in their own home, with their own routines intact, cared for by someone with the training and temperament to genuinely meet them where they are.
All specialist dog sitting is provided on an overnight, in-home basis. This is a firm policy, not a preference - because for elderly, anxious, blind, or medically dependent dogs, being left alone overnight is not something I'm willing to do. Your dog will always have calm, present company through the night.
This service is particularly suited to:
- Elderly or senior dogs
- Anxious, reactive, or sensitive dogs
- Blind or visually impaired dogs
- Dogs requiring medication or routine health monitoring
- Dogs recovering from illness or surgery
- Rescue dogs who need a calm, consistent presence
- Dogs who thrive in quiet, low-stimulation environments
Where walking is appropriate and part of the agreed care plan, all dogs are walked on lead. The pace, duration, and route are always guided by your dog's individual needs - not a fixed schedule.
Alongside practical day-to-day care, I bring a background in canine behaviour, animal herbalism, and Animal Reiki to every sit. This means I'm not just watching for the obvious - I'm noticing the subtle shifts in mood, energy, and behaviour that can indicate a dog is struggling, and I know how to respond.
For animals who would benefit from additional gentle support during your absence, holistic therapies can be incorporated into their care by arrangement.
Care is priced to reflect your dog's individual needs. Standard pricing is listed on the pricing page, and for dogs with more complex requirements - multiple medications, post-surgery care, or significant anxiety - please get in touch so we can talk through what's right for your situation. No question is too small.
If you're not sure whether your dog's needs fit this service, just ask. Some of the dogs I've cared for most successfully were the ones their owners weren't sure anyone else could manage.