Pop-in visits
A half-hour visit when you can't be there
A visit of up to 30 minutes at your home. I'll feed them, let them out into the garden, top up the water bowl, take them for a short walk if they want one, and stay for some fuss and company.
- Fully insured
- DBS checked
- Free meet & greet first
- Southport, Ainsdale to Crossens
What’s included
What you get with pop-in visits
- Feeding at the usual time
- Letting out into the garden and toileting
- Fresh water
- A short walk if they want one
- Some fuss and company
- For cats: feeding, litter tray, fresh water and company
Ideal for
- Out from early morning to late afternoon
- Days out
- Older dogs who only want a short potter
- A back-up plan
- Cats
In my own words
Who pop-ins are for
Pop-ins suit people who leave early and get back late. A visit in the middle of the day means your dog gets out, gets fed if they need it, and gets a bit of company to break the day up.
They also suit older dogs who don't want an hour's walk any more but still need letting out and a short potter round the block.
And they work as a back-up plan. Stuck in traffic, a meeting that overruns, an emergency: give me a call and I'll pop in.
Pop-in visits are ideal for cats. Feeding, litter tray, fresh water and a bit of company, in their own home rather than a cattery.
Brian
How booking works
Every booking starts with a free meet & greet
- 1
Get in touch
Call, WhatsApp or use the form with your rough dates.
- 2
Free meet & greet at your home
Up to an hour at your home. No charge, no obligation.
- 3
Confirm your dates
First come, first served. Provisional dates held for 48 hours.
- 4
Relax
Your pets stay home. I send photos and updates.
Common questions
Questions about pop-in visits
If yours isn’t here, ring me on 07813 081573. I answer my own phone.
Do you look after cats?
Yes. Pop-in visits are ideal for cats: feeding, litter tray, fresh water and a bit of company, in their own home.
How long is a pop-in visit?
Up to 30 minutes. That's enough to feed them, let them out into the garden, top up the water, take a short walk if they want one, and have a bit of fuss before I go. If your dog needs longer, an hour's walk is from £15.
What if my dog is nervous, older or on medication?
We'll talk it through at the meet & greet. I work around your pet's routine and needs, and I'll follow the instructions you give me.
What areas do you cover?
All of Southport, from Ainsdale in the south to Crossens in the north. That includes Ainsdale, Birkdale, Hillside, Southport town centre, Churchtown, Marshside and Crossens. I cover Banks and other nearby areas too, for a small supplement to cover the travel.
You might also need
The other ways I can help
- from £50 per nightOvernight sittingA full 24-hour cycle. I stay overnight in your home and call back at lunchtime for a walk, so your pets keep their own bed, garden and routine.Find out more
- from £15 per hourDog walkingOne-to-one walks, usually an hour. Up to four dogs from the same household. No big group walks.Find out more
- from £20Pets to VetsA door-to-door pet taxi. I collect your dog or cat, get them to the vet on time, wait or come back, and bring them home.Find out more
Long day ahead? I’ll pop in
Send me a message with what you need and when, and I’ll come to you for a free meet & greet so your pets know who’s turning up.
My diary is open for the whole of 2026 and beyond. It’s first come, first served, and I’ll hold provisional dates for 48 hours while you finalise a holiday.