Business Details
18 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Pet Sitting Services in Hedge End
Established in 2008, Peace of Mind Pet Sitting is a family-run business based in Hedge End, Southampton, dedicated to providing professional pet care services across Hampshire. Our mission is to ensure the welfare of animals by offering tailored care solutions that prioritise their comfort and safety. Led by Carole Hobden, a lifelong animal lover with over 25 years of caregiving experience, we employ a team of DBS-checked, insured professionals who share our commitment to treating pets as family.We specialise in dog care, cat care, small animal care, and pet-and-house sitting services, ensuring pets remain in familiar surroundings while their owners travel. Our NARPS UK membership and specialist insurance from Cliverton underscore our dedication to reliability and industry standards.
Services
Dog Care
Cat Care
Small Animal Care
Pet & House Sitting
Dog Boarding
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Fully insured with specialist coverage from Cliverton
- All carers are DBS checked for your security
- Member of NARPS UK, the Professional Association for Pet Sitters
- Over 15 years of animal care experience since 2008
- 24/7 availability for emergency pet care needs
Associations and certifications
- Cliverton
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- NARPS UK
What people say
Reliable service
Loved and cared for
Stress-free experience
Attentive carers
Last-minute availability
Services
Dog Care
Our dog care services include visits, walking, day care, and boarding. Each 45-minute visit includes toilet breaks, playtime, feeding, and medication administration. Boarding takes place in professional carers' homes with family integration. All services maintain strict safety protocols and individual attention.
Cat Care
Professional cat sitting services maintain your pet's routine in their home environment. We provide daily feeding, hydration, litter tray maintenance, and companionship. Sitters undergo thorough DBS checks and complete home consultations to ensure cat comfort and owner peace of mind.
Small Animal Care
Specialist care for rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, and birds. Services include home visits for feeding and habitat maintenance or boarding in controlled environments. Carers receive specific care instructions to maintain each pet's dietary and environmental requirements during owner absences.
Pet & House Sitting
24/7 live-in service combining pet care with home security. Sitters maintain pets' routines while managing household tasks like mail collection and plant watering. Available for short-notice bookings with contingency plans for unexpected circumstances.
Dog Boarding
Home-based boarding with pre-visit consultations to ensure compatibility. Carers provide family integration, regular walks, and adherence to pets' routines. Strict requirements include vaccination proof and socialisation assessment to maintain safe environments for all boarded dogs.
People
Carole Hobden
Owner & Founder
Carole established Peace of Mind Pet Sitting in 2008, combining her lifelong love of animals with 25+ years of caregiving experience. She personally trains all carers and ensures service quality across Hampshire, maintaining NARPS UK membership and specialist insurance standards.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve locations between Southampton and Portsmouth, including Hedge End, Bursledon, Fareham, and surrounding Hampshire areas. Contact us for specific location confirmation.
Are your carers insured and checked?
All carers hold DBS checks and specialist insurance from Cliverton, covering public liability and employers' liability as standard.
Can you care for exotic pets?
Yes, we provide care for birds, reptiles, fish, and small mammals with tailored feeding and habitat maintenance services during owner absences.
Do you offer emergency services?
Our 24/7 availability accommodates emergency bookings, with contingency plans for unexpected schedule changes or urgent pet care needs.
How do consultations work?
Initial consultations at your home allow meeting carers, discussing pet requirements, and arranging secure key access before service commencement.
What about house security during absences?
Pet and house sitting services include mail collection, plant watering, and maintaining occupied appearances through routine light management and home presence.
