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Furry Minders Southport Merseyside
Dog Walker, Dog Sitter, Dog Daycare
Summary
Availability: Every day
Rates: Call or visit our website
References: Yes
Insurance: No
Services Offered
Dog Walking
Dog Sitting
Dog Daycare
About Me/ Company
Furry Minders is owned and run by Linda and Ann who are based in Southport and are passionate about animal care.
Linda and Ann provide professional and loving care for your pet(s) in your absence. Whether it's due to work, family commitments, short breaks, holidays, illness or injury, Furry Minders will provide the answer.
Our services allow your pets to stay in familiar surroundings and to follow their normal daily routines. You can be fully assured that all the needs of your furry family members are taken care of with compassion and dedication.
Furry Minders understand that your pet is a very important member of your family and that each pet is very different, therefore our services are personalised to suit the individual needs of both you and your pet. Come home to happy pets.
Previous Experience
Linda Thorley - Owner
For over 30 years I have had the pleasure to provide a home for a wide variety of animals such as budgies, hamsters, guinea pigs, lots of dogs, horses and ponies. From a very early age I developed a deep love and respect for all animals and their wellbeing. From childhood I have been acutely aware of animal welfare issues and have been fortunate enough to be able to help a number of charities, both national and local. I have actively fundraised for the RSPCA, held the position of Equine Welfare Officer for Redwings Horse Sanctuary for 15 years, and have been involved in regular vet runs for local animal charities.
My greatest interest is animal behaviour, Cesar Milan being the main influence with regards to dog behaviour and training, Monty Roberts and Kelly Marks are my guides when it comes to horses. I have trained with Kelly on the Intelligent Horsemanship Foundation Course and Horse Psychology Course, and have had the privilege to watch and meet Monty whilst helping the IH team behind the scenes at a number of his demonstrations at Myerscough College.
In the past I provided a home for many abandonded dogs, including two gorgeous black Labradors, Harvey and Jasper. They were with me for 15 years and taught me a great deal about canine behaviour. I have also rehomed a number of ponies and horses, two of these were Welsh Mountain ponies, Nelson and Beadle, they came as a pair and were 'quirky' to say the least! Currently I share my life with two gorgeous ponies, Teacher the HighlandX, and Jack the Welsh/DartmoorX. Time spent with them is the best part of my day, they are my passion. Both had their behavioural issues when I first met them. They are now secure, calm and responsive ponies, their development being significantly influenced by the knowledge and experience I gained from training with Kelly and Monty using 'intelligent' horsemanship techniques.
Career wise I have explored a number of paths; secretarial, youth trainer, Business Studies Teacher, and then a life skills trainer for a national Educational Charity. My most recent career move took me into the legal sector here in Southport, where I became a Team Leader at a local solicitors.
Still, I just wanted to be around animals on a daily basis, so that is why I am very excited to now have the privilege to be a partner in my own business caring for animals and being in their company. I can now honestly say I have found my true 'fit' in life.
Qualifications & Training
Fully insured - CRB checked - Members of National Associates of Registered Pet Sitters
Other Services
Free initial consultation, dog walking, pet sitting, garden visits, large animal minding, small animal minding, pet taxi service and light domestic duties.
