Private Pet Care Service
Pet Care for Conscious Pet Guardians: Providing You Peace of Mind While You're Away.
About Me
I'm Elaine, and I bring over 30 years of dedicated experience caring for my own pets as well as those of friends and neighbours. I absolutely love animals and have a natural ability to build trust with them quickly.
After a successful 30-year career in the corporate world, I made the intentional decision to change path and pursue my true passion: animal care.
I choose to work in the private as a reflection of who I am and how I wish to relate to the men and woman I work with. An honest and straightforward private agreement between real people, with our names behind it.
My mission is to provide exceptional pet care and total peace of mind for you. I promise a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where every pet's physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being is my top priority. I provide photo and video check-in reports to you during the time your pet is in my care.
I offer experience with pets with special needs, including medication and dietary management, gained through years of managing my own senior dog's complex health needs from puppyhood to her final years. I deeply understand the responsibility this carries and am committed to providing the same level of diligent, loving care that you would give yourself.
I believe pets are cherished family members, each with their own unique personality, deserving the very best care and attention. Every pet is treated with love and respect, as is your home.
Our Services
I offer a private pet care service tailored to you and your pets' needs.
Our services include dog walking, drop-in welfare visits, and pet sitting in your own home. I am happy to collaborate with you to create a personalised care plan that prioritises your pet's wellness and unique needs.
Coverage areas (Ayr): We currently cover Forehill, Holmston, Masonhill, Castlehill, and Belmont. If you are located outside these areas, please enquire, as I may be able to accommodate your request.
I mainly cater for small to medium-sized dogs. I may consider walking larger dogs, but this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis to ensure it can be done safely.
Free Meet & Greet: I offer a complimentary introductory meeting to discuss your pet’s routine, personality, behaviour, and any specific medical or dietary needs. Together, we will finalise a personalised care plan tailored to your pet's unique requirements and agree on which of our services are required. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions before confirming your booking.
15% Off your First Booking/ Family or Friends Referral
Get 15% off your first booking, and earn 15% off when a friend or family member you refer makes their first booking.
Certifications
My commitment to excellence in pet care begins with a comprehensive Professional Pet Sitting Certification, which covers animal behaviour, nutrition, safety protocols, and the safe administration of medication.
I also hold certifications in:
- Introductory certification in Canine Holistic Health & Therapy, equipping me with knowledge of physical and mental wellness, nutritional support, and natural healing remedies for pet wellness.
- Canine Behaviour & Training Diploma, including Positive Reinforcement, Separation Anxiety, Behavioural Adjustment Training, and Aggression.
- Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) Webinar: How to identify and support cats and dogs who are experiencing Alzheimer's-like symptoms.
- Canine Separation Anxiety Webinar: Recognising the signs and symptoms, the triggers and how to prevent.
To better serve pets with complex needs, I am currently advancing my studies through the following:
- Canine Nutrition: How Diet Affects Behaviour.
- Introduction to Fear and Anxiety in Dogs and Cats Webinar: Understanding the difference between fear and anxiety, and the body language used to express these emotions. How complementary therapies and dietary supplements can play a role in helping animals with these conditions.
- Understanding & Managing Canine Anxiety Diploma: The biological basis for anxiety as an animal emotion, underlying physiological and neurobiological systems that regulate canine anxiety, behavioural signs, and addressing the problem.
I believe in lifelong learning, and my ongoing development will ensure your pets always receive the most up-to-date care.
Disclosure Scotland
Disclosure Scotland certificate is available upon request.
Pet First Aid
I am pet first aid trained, ensuring I am fully prepared to respond effectively to any emergency situation. I completed my training with Fitzcharles Training Ltd, www.fitzcharlestraining.co.uk. My certificate is available upon request.
Pet Care Tailored for Your Pets
Dog walking
Pet sitting in your own home
Drop-in Welfare Visits
I am dedicated to providing the highest quality pet care services to ensure your furry friends are happy and healthy while you're away.
I offer 1-1 solo walks or paired walks for dogs from the same household, provided I assess that the pairing will be safe and enjoyable for everyone.
I welcome dogs who are nervous, have special needs, shy o
I am dedicated to providing the highest quality pet care services to ensure your furry friends are happy and healthy while you're away.
I offer 1-1 solo walks or paired walks for dogs from the same household, provided I assess that the pairing will be safe and enjoyable for everyone.
I welcome dogs who are nervous, have special needs, shy or need extra space. Walk arrangements are assessed on a case-by-case basis depending on your dog's specific needs, size and temperament, ensuring we create the right environment for them.
Drop-in Welfare Visits
Pet sitting in your own home
Drop-in Welfare Visits
I offer loving drop-in welfare visits for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets.
These visits are tailored to your pet's routine, typically occurring twice daily. Services include:
- Companionship & Welfare Checks: Ensuring your pet is happy, healthy and comfortable.
- Essential Care: Feeding, fresh water, and medication admini
I offer loving drop-in welfare visits for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets.
These visits are tailored to your pet's routine, typically occurring twice daily. Services include:
- Companionship & Welfare Checks: Ensuring your pet is happy, healthy and comfortable.
- Essential Care: Feeding, fresh water, and medication administration if needed.
- Exercise & Play: Toilet breaks and back garden play sessions.
- Hygiene: Cleaning litter trays, cages, and tidying up any accidents.
Whether you have a dog needing a midday visit or a rabbit needing fresh hay, I ensure their environment remains clean and comforting while you are away.
Pet sitting in your own home
Pet sitting in your own home
Pet sitting in your own home
I understand that boarding kennels aren't always the best option for every pet. That's why I offer a dedicated sitting service in the comfort of your own home.
This allows your pet to remain in their familiar environment, maintaining their daily routine to avoid unnecessary stress while you are away. Services are flexible and available f
I understand that boarding kennels aren't always the best option for every pet. That's why I offer a dedicated sitting service in the comfort of your own home.
This allows your pet to remain in their familiar environment, maintaining their daily routine to avoid unnecessary stress while you are away. Services are flexible and available for daytime, overnight stays, long weekends, or extended holidays.
Pet Care Tips & Insights
Canine Separation Anxiety
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in Elderly Dogs and Cats
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in Elderly Dogs and Cats
There are many reasons why dogs become anxious when they are left alone, and are not always about being separated from their caregiver. Some reasons can be, but not limited to:
- Fear of being trapped
- Boredom
- Anxiety about caregivers return
- Never been taught to be alone
- Loneliness
- Associating being left alone with something scary, like fireworks
There are many reasons why dogs become anxious when they are left alone, and are not always about being separated from their caregiver. Some reasons can be, but not limited to:
- Fear of being trapped
- Boredom
- Anxiety about caregivers return
- Never been taught to be alone
- Loneliness
- Associating being left alone with something scary, like fireworks or burglar alarm.
Signs of separation anxiety vary in degrees but could include:
- Destruction
- Inability to rest
- Distress vocalisation
- Pacing
- Panting
Good news is that they can helped by identifying the trigger and implementing Systematic Desensitisation and Counterconditioning treatment.
Always important to seek professional advice to ensure there are no underlying health issues.
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in Elderly Dogs and Cats
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in Elderly Dogs and Cats
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in Elderly Dogs and Cats
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) can be dismissed as our pets "just getting old", and leave us feeling stressed and helpless.
Research shows that CDS symptoms and neuropathological features correspond to the changes associated with Alzheimer's disease in humans.
Signs may include:
- Changes in behaviour and personality
- Irritability & C
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) can be dismissed as our pets "just getting old", and leave us feeling stressed and helpless.
Research shows that CDS symptoms and neuropathological features correspond to the changes associated with Alzheimer's disease in humans.
Signs may include:
- Changes in behaviour and personality
- Irritability & Clinginess
- Overgrooming/hiding (cats)
- Increase in fear, anxiety and stress
Our pets can be helped with behavioural and environmental modifications, and nutrition and diet changes.
Always Important to speak to your vet if you notice any changes as early intervention is key.
Contact Us
Please contact me using the form below with your location, the service required, type of pet(s), and the dates you need care. I may ask for further information to determine if I can assist. I'll confirm availability and arrange a free meet-and-greet.
Or, give me a call on 07377 459 469.
If you need emergency care, you're welcome to get in touch and I'll see what I can do.
Recommendations
Conscious Pet Care looked after my horse, 2 dogs, cat and my home for 2 nights whilst I attended a family wedding. My animals were all very happy and well looked after, and my horse’s stable was cleaner than I keep it! I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending. L MacIvor.
Recommendations
Conscious Pet Care have consistently shown kindness and compassion to my dogs who absolutely adore them. The peace of mind I have leaving my dogs with them, knowing they will receive the most loving and excellent care. It’s difficult to find good quality animal care and I know I’ve found it here. Lena Elliott