Experienced Cat & Dog Sitter - Home Visits & Dog Walking - St Ives & Surrounds

Offering reliable, trusted and premium home visits for cats and dogs of all sizes, as well as dog walking in St Ives and the Upper North Shore. Every visit is calm, unrushed and tailored to your pet’s needs.

Hi, I’m Ayala and I’ve cared for animals my whole life. I am passionate about giving your pets the same love, patience and attention that I give my own. 

I currently share my home with a very energetic Bull Arab mix, and over the years have cared for a mix of large and small breed dogs of my own, as well as my cat that I had for 17 years.

🐾 Why Pet Owners Choose Me

• Calm, patient and attentive with all animals. 
• Attention is paid to all the little details for each pet's needs
• Experienced with all breed sizes, and seniors
• Comfortable with special‑needs pets
• Able to administer injectable medication (e.g., insulin for diabetic dogs)
• Longer, unrushed visits (30–45 mins, and can be up to an hour if needed)
• All instructions given in regards to your pet are followed precisely
• Excellent communication with photo & video updates at every visit
• Secure lock- up. I take care to lock up securely after each visit
• Many happy repeat clients and five star reviews

Special Skills

I am a qualified Canine Massage Therapist (Canine Myofunctional Therapy).
I’m happy to give your dog a little extra attention with a free mini massage during our visit — purely for pampering, (not a therapeutic treatment).

🏡 Home Visits (30-45 min and even up to an hour if needed).

Each visit includes:

• Feeding & fresh water
• Cleaning bowls & litter trays
• Picking up after your pet
• Bedding check
• Playtime & cuddles 
• Tick check
• Short complimentary 20‑minute walk if needed
• Daily messaging with photo/video updates

Extra services at no extra cost:
Mail collection, watering a few pot plants, feeding fish, taking bins out.

🐕 Dog Walking (30–45 mins)

Dog walking can be booked as a separate service if you would like your dog to have a longer walk or just a walk only.

• One‑on‑one walks tailored to your dog’s needs
• Plenty of sniffing time
• Paced to your dog's energy levels
• Text, photo /video update after every walk

🐶 🐱 Puppy, Kitten and Elderly Pet Visits

I offer dedicated longer puppy, kitten or elderly pet visits ,for those long workdays or times when you’re out for the day. 

Each visit is an hour minimum and includes a toileting break, fresh water, feeding and plenty of playtime & affection for pups and kittens, or quiet companionship for the elderly pet. Keeping your pet happy and engaged. It is possible to book 2 visits a day for 2 hrs, either as one extra long visit or as 2 separate shorter visits in a day.

 Your Pet’s Comfort Comes First

Every animal has their own personality and needs. I take the time to understand your pet so they feel safe, relaxed and happy while you’re away. I believe that a pet sitter should be reliable and pay attention to all the little details that a pet owner requests.

Free Meet & Greet

I’d love to meet you and your pet before booking to make sure we’re the perfect fit. 

Pricing

My rate reflects the time, attention and personalised care I provide.
Each visit is 30–45 minutes and can be up to an hour when needed and includes detailed updates — ensuring your pet receives premium care. Walks are up to 45 minutes.

No extra fees for:

• Medication administration
• Short walks during home visits
• Household tasks (mail, bins, plants, fish)