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Why Hire a Dog Walker?
Are you considering hiring a dog walker, but not sure it is worth it or not sure you should trust anyone with your dog? Scamps & Champs Dartford have considered the benefits of hiring a dog walker below to help you make the right decision. If you are at work during the day and not able to be around for your dog, hiring a dog walker can ensure they have the company they require and also allow them to socialise if your dog enjoys the company of other dogs. Scamps & Champs Dartford will carefully match your dog... Read more...
Is your Dog Home Boarder Licenced?
It was a great step forward last week when I could finally apply for a Reigate Home Boarders licence with Reigate and Banstead council, believe me it has been a long and arduous task and I am sure I am not alone. At Scamps and Champs we are championing the right, just and appropriate way your animals are looked after which is why we are adhering to all the Defra Regulations which went into effect from October 2018. I have been slowly building an animal loving team to provide Reigate dog walking, cat... Read more...
Will You Visit My Cat Every Other Day?
The answer to this question is no and the reasons why we don’t do every other day cat visits are below. Cats in general can be very independent, they give and receive affection on their terms, play only when they feel like it, if at all but as independent as they may seem they still need supervision. Some people think that leaving their cat alone with only a pet visit every other day and an automatic cat feeder will be okay. A cat left home alone for more than a day at... Read more...
Looking After Your Dog Whilst Working Full-Time?
BLEEP – the alarm rattles you out of bed, as you groggily pull on your workwear. While you’re getting ready for another long, coffee-filled morning at work, your pet looks up at you with shining eyes: ‘Where are you going?’ they seem to say, ears perked, nose snuffling around the breakfast leftovers… It’s heartbreaking to leave our dogs in the house for eight, nine or ten-plus hours at a time. They aren’t built for it, and neither are we. Isn’t there a way to ensure your pooch has company when... Read more...
Our Favourite Toys for Home Alone Dogs
Our Favourite Toys for Home Alone Dogs
We often hear that owning a dog is like having an eternal toddler at your beck and call. Why, you ask? Because they’re obsessed with fun, games and entertainment. A... Read more...
What happens during a Scamps & Champs puppy visit?
Would you love to get a puppy but are out at work all day? Scamps & Champs puppy visits can help. I think any animal lover would agree that there is nothing as cute as a young puppy. The puppy breath, the floppy ears and those adorable puppy eyes. Proper care, training and routine is so important. Scamps & Champs puppy visits are typically two to three times a day, around three to fours apart, depending on the age of the little one. When we arrive, the first thing we do is take the... Read more...
Scamps and Champs Chichester is Growing!
In the last 2 months Chichester Scamps and Champs has taken on 4 new team members. Requests for services are increasing weekly and with great reviews and plenty of happy pet lovers it can only get better.  If you are looking for a reliable premium per service then look no further that Sarah and her team at Scamps and Champs Chichester. ‘I am really pleased that Scamps and Champs Chichester has taken off so well and this is due to great service from the team of pet lovers that we... Read more...
Pet Sitting VS. Dog Home Boarding: The Great Debate
We’re never thrilled about leaving our pooches behind, but certain situations, like holidays abroad, dictate we must. When you can’t take your dog along for the ride, there are generally two courses of action available: pet sitting or dog home boarding. But which option is best for our furry friends? We’re going to throw you a couple of bones, if we may, as we gauge the benefits and drawbacks of both choices… Dog home boarding – Pros Dog home boarding is a popular alternative to kennels, giving you peace of mind that your pup... Read more...
Pet Sitting: An Alternative to Dog Home Boarding
Although dog home boarding can be beneficial in several ways, this option might not be the best for your pet for several reasons. For example, even though your dog will be staying in a home, it won’t be the same as staying in his/her home as the unfamiliar routine and environment may cause your pet stress. An excellent alternative to dog home boarding is pet sitting, a pawsome service offered by Scamps and Champs. Why consider pet sitting? Wondering why you should opt for pet sitting? Here are some amazing benefits you should know: Less stress for... Read more...
REASONS SCAMPS & CHAMPS DON’T PACK WALK
At Scamps and Champs, we recognize that dog walking is a huge part of a dog’s life and also an excellent way to keep them healthy and fit. It opens them to new and stimulating experiences needed for their overall well-being. Additionally, it can also help them to tire them out, and you might know, “a tired dog is a happy dog.”  You might have noticed that that pack walks are springing up all over the U.K. as many believe it’s a fantastic way for dogs to experience strangers and other canine friends... Read more...
NEW Dog Home Boarding and Doggy Daycare Services – Launching in Reading and Windsor!
We are excited to introduce yet another NEW animal care branch to you! Scamps and Champs Reading and Scamps and Champs Windsor, are both set to launch next month in August 2019! The two branches will be offering our most popular Dog Home Boarding Service and a Doggy Daycare Service to Reading, Windsor and the surrounding areas! Marina is our new branch manager and she will be running pet care services via both branches, alongside a dedicated animal care team. Hi, I’m Marina and I run the Reading & Windsor branches of Scamps & Champs! I am absolutely thrilled to be... Read more...
Overnight Pet Sitting in Dartford
Do you have pets and worry about what you are going to do when you go on holiday or can’t be there? Do you worry about them not being well cared for and having to be kept in an unknown environment while you are away? Well if you live in and around Dartford then we have the perfect solution for you with our overnight pet sitting service. A member of our overnight pet sitting team in and around Dartford will come and stay in your home and take care of your... Read more...