Mongoose Pet Services

As a pet owner, I know that having peace of mind that your beloved companion is well cared for is invaluable. Spending time with animals is an absolute joy for me, and I feel honoured to be trusted to look after your pets.

"You really go above the call of duty and it's all much appreciated .... thanks [for] your experience, reliability and kindness."

"Emma is the pet sitter your cat would choose!"

Emma and Tikki (her first senior rescue cat)

About me

Hello! I'm Emma from Ely, Cambridgeshire, and I've been passionate about animals for my whole life. I grew up with dogs, guinea pigs and hamsters, and as an adult have been owned by a succession of rescue cats. I especially love to take in senior kitties so that they can spend their twilight years in comfort, being adored and cosseted as cats should be.

Having worked as a librarian and academic researcher for over two decades, I became a professional pet-sitter in 2021. Since then I've had the privilege of caring for cats, dogs, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, gerbils, canaries, and even a leopard gecko!

Services for cats

As a rescue cat parent, I know how important it is to feel your kitty is happy, comfortable and safe while you're away on holiday or on business. Once- or twice-daily home visits for feeding, play, cuddles and fuss mean that your pet can stay contentedly in their own home and get all the care and attention they need.

A visit usually lasts between 25 and 40 minutes, and at each one I will:

• provide fresh food and water in clean bowls

• give medication if required

• clear out or change litter trays

• brush your cats if you (and they!) wish

• offer lots of play time, company and cuddles

I'll keep an eye on your cat's health, wellbeing and behaviours, and will send you updates and photos with every visit. I'm also happy to water houseplants, bring in your post, open and close curtains, and put out the bins.

Pricing:

Standard home visit (25-40 minutes, for up to 5 animals): £10 per visit
Extended visit (for more than 5 animals, or to provide care and company for older, very sociable, or unwell cats): £15 per hour

Services for dogs

I grew up with dogs and was a volunteer walker for the Cinnamon Trust for five years. Since then, I've worked with dogs of every shape and size from German Shepherds to Chihuahuas and everything in between! Experienced and gentle with shy, anxious and reactive dogs, I love helping them to build their confidence in people and the world.

Home visits

Need to go in to the office, or take a day trip? I can come and visit your dog in your home for garden time, feeding, play and fuss. I'll send you an update and photos with every visit, and will take the time to get to know your dog so that I can keep an eye on their
general wellbeing and behaviours.

Pricing:

Standard home visit (25-40 minutes): £10 per visit
Extended visit (for more than 5 animals, or to provide care and company for older or unwell dogs): £15 per hour

I regret that I no longer offer dog walking (as of June 2024). Please see my Availability page for details of local dog walkers who may be able to help you.

Small animal care

Size is no measure of how important your pet is, nor the joy they bring to your life! I'm happy to take care of guinea pigs, rabbits, gerbils, birds, and reptiles, and give them the same loving care I offer to cats and dogs. Once- or twice-daily home visits for feeding, play, and enrichment offer a flexible alternative to boarding your pets away from home, and mean that they can stay in their own familiar environment while you're away.

A visit usually lasts between 25 and 40 minutes, and at each one I will:

• provide fresh food and water in clean bowls

• give medication if needed

• clear out or change cages, hutches or enclosures

• free-range your pets in a safe environment, following your instructions

• offer play time, enrichment and petting if desired!

I'll keep an eye on your pets' health, wellbeing and behaviours, and will send you updates and photos with every visit. I'm also happy to water houseplants, bring in your post, open and close curtains, and put out the bins.

Pricing:

Standard home visit (25-40 minutes, for up to 5 animals): £10 per visit
Extended visit (for more than 5 animals): £15 per hour