I am a Registered Veterinary Nurse with ten years experience in small animal practice and a fully insured pet sitter. I set up Petcare at Home in 2005 and carry out each visit myself to ensure your pets are cared for in exactly the way you would wish.

 

I have a particular interest in pet behaviour and keep my knowledge updated by attending regular courses. I have successfully completed, with distinction, an Advanced Award in Canine Psychology and Training with The Centre of Applied Pet Ethology (www.coape.co.uk). Most recently I have completed Sarah Whitehead's clicker training course and have attended Kim Hunt's training classes for puppies, adolescent dogs and agility with my own rescued lurcher. Volunteering at a local rescue centre for several years has given me the practical experience of handling more difficult dogs. This has helped me to to understand dogs a little better and enables me to assist with any training or behavioural issues. I next hope to further my studies by completing the Advanced Diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour and Training.

 

Over the past twenty five years I have been lucky enough to keep and care for a wide variety of species, including dogs, cats, poultry, goats, sheep, horses and many more.

 

References are always available upon request.

Debbie Hallas