Trusty Pet Sitter

17/01/2025

As most of my clients are aware, I am undertaking a long-term photography project to document as much of the world as I possibly can in images and video.

To this end, I have started a new page to reflect my change of direction for 2025 and new services that I will be offering along my travels to keep the wheels turning as it were.

If you are into historical sites, tourist attractions, amazing landscapes and scenic views, wildlife or people of different cultures and countries, please do come and follow along and help me build this new page and community 😊

https://www.facebook.com/thetouringeye/

An Indefinite Photography Project To Document As Much As I Can In Images & Video

07/01/2025

This is the other elderly chap that I've been sitting since the 27th Dec.

He isn't a fan of men apparently. But within minutes of my initial meet and greet (I was in the same village on another pet sit) he was totally chilled with me.

On walks he is still very wary of strange men though.

But he's a chilled out soul in the home but very vocal as you can hear.

Check out the pinned post on the page for my current availability for 2025

06/01/2025

When I first arrived at my current sit on the 26th December this little chap was not impressed about my presence around his tribe.

So much so that he would nip at my shoes every now and then as if to say, ‘righto, be off with you’.

After his tribe left he would sit at a distance from me keeping a very close eye on me. Every time I moved he’d bark.

After a couple hours of me basically ignoring him he started settling and after our first walk together he became my shadow.

If you have pets that resource guard (their home is a resource) it’s probably best to meet possible sitters in a neutral environment. Go for a walk with the sitter. Allow the dog to get used to the sitter being with them and their owner. Hopefully entering the house will then be a smoother process.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year

May 2025 bring you and yours much happiness and kindness.

To all the pet owners that entrusted me with their pets in 2024, I thank you so much for that trust 🙏

30/12/2024

Current availability for 2025

Jan: 10th - 31st
Feb: 1st - 13th, 24th - 28th
March: 1st - 31st
April: 1st - 18th
May: 7th - 31st
June: 1st - 30th
July - 29th - 31st
August - 1st - 14th, 26th - 31st
September - 1st - 30th
October - fully booked
November - fully booked
December - fully booked

Please note change to circumstances due to passing of my best buddy (dog)

If you are within 50 miles of PE37 7DD then I will arrive by motorcycle.

For sits in excess of 50 miles I will arrive in my motorhome and will therefore only be able to consider properties with a driveway able to accommodate it. It is 6m in length (if I'm towing my bike and trailer it would be 8m long on arrival)

15/12/2024

Farewell my friend ❤️

04/12/2024

And just like that my 15 days with these 3 has come to an end.

I had such a great time forming bonds with all 3 but especially so with the Doberman with which I had many enjoyable, and long walks.

It really doesn’t get easier leaving 🥲

03/12/2024

Simply stunning.

45.6K likes, 3255 comments. “emozionarsi”

29/11/2024

My latest availability for anyone looking for a professional, reliable and genuine animal lover to care for your pets in your absence.

Drop me a message if you'd like to arrange a meet and greet (either virtual or in person depending on your location) in the first instance.

28/11/2024

22/11/2024

It’s a tad fresh out there!

Storm Bert passing through over the weekend means walks may be limited as he is not a fan of rain (common with Dobermans and a few other short haired dogs).

Stay safe out there all.

19/11/2024

Night 2

I think the cat has accepted me as her slave.

Much to the disgust of the Doberman that was giving me evil side eye for daring to not be stroking him.

18/11/2024

Two of my 3 new charges for the next 2 weeks.

A gentle Doberman and two cats.

I have two regular Dobermans that I care for so it’s really nice to be trusted to care for another. I’ve primarily had big dog breeds in my life. Except for the last 14 where I have had my Staffordshire Terrier.

Dobermans are often wrongly thought of as being aggressive with people crossing the road when they spot me walking them. But like the other two, this boy has no aggression, and in fact very little interest in other dogs on our walks. He loves a bit of attention so will happily accept strokes and play with another dog that shows interest.

Check out my page for my latest availability

12/11/2024

Watching these two for a week.

They’ve become regulars in my life since we met back in March ‘23.

It is sad to see the decline of the Labrador and see the grey hairs appearing on the pug.

All part and parcel of being a pet sitter though and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Check out the featured / pinned post on my page for my current availability.

19/10/2024

Kidney failure? What kidney failure!?
Who needs kidneys anyway!?

19/10/2024

As some of you, and certainly my existing and past clients know, I am undertaking a long-term photography project to document as much of the world in images and video as I can.

Pet sitting allows me an opportunity to quench my desire to be around animals, and to explore a new area of the UK.

As I mostly tend to sit dogs, I don't get much time to explore during the sit itself, so I will typically either arrive in the area a few days before, or stay on after on a nearby campsite and then use that opportunity to explore the area before moving on to my next sit / area.

If you're into travel or indeed photography, and my travels can provide value or you'd simply like to support my efforts in bringing this content to the world, I'd love to have you along on the journey.

My monthly subscriptions start at £5pm or there is an option to support me with a one off 'coffee'.

For pet owners out there that support me as a monthly subscriber, not only will you benefit from the items listed below, but you will also receive a discount in line with your monthly support for any pet sits you book me for.

For example,

Support me with £5pm and receive a 5% discount.
Support me with £10pm and received a 10% discount
Support me with £20pm and receive a 20% discount

Please note, discounts become valid after 6 months of continuous support.

For as long as I can remember, I have had a dream to be part of Sir David Attenborough's photography crew and travel the world meeting fascinating people and photographing the places we visit. Fo

18/10/2024

Preparing myself and the van for a 188 mile journey up to Lancashire this morning to go and look after these two nutters for the next 10 days.

If any of my connections are in the Colne area and would be up for meeting for a coffee and a chinwag, do make yourself known.

If you are in the area and are looking for a commercial or personal brand photographer to work with over the next couple of weeks then again please do drop me a message to discuss your requirements.

Have a lovely Friday everyone

Check out my website for all the services I provide

https://eltoncilliers.com