Dog walking & pet sitting · Wirral & Chester
Your pets, cared for like family.
Hi, I'm Lucy. I'm DBS checked, fully insured and available 7 days a week for walks, drop-ins, house sitting and overnight stays, with photo and video updates every single visit.
GR 5.0 from 31 reviews on Google & Rover
Photo updates
every visit 📸Always Lucy, never a stranger
every visit 📸Always Lucy, never a stranger
- DBS checked
- Fully insured
- 7 days a week
- Photo & video updates
- Wirral & Chester
How I can help
Care that fits your pet's routine
Every pet is different. Long adventures or a quiet routine at home, I'll tailor everything to suit them. And it's always me, never a rota of strangers.
Overnight House Sitting
I stay in your home with your pets, so bedtime, breakfast and cuddles all happen just as they would with you, and your house is never empty.
Weddings
Wedding Dog Chaperone
Your dog by your side on your big day, with none of the stress. Three packages, from candid behind-the-scenes content to full VIP care from morning to evening.
Simple, honest pricing
Prices
The price you see is the price you pay, with no booking fees. Just one person who'll look after your pets like her own.
Dog walks
- 30 minutes£15
- 45 minutes£18
- 1 hour£20
+£5 for each extra dog
Drop in visits
- Cat visit£15
- Puppy or senior dog visit30 minutes to 1 hour£20
+£5 for each extra cat
Overnight care
- House sittingI stay at your home£60
Per night · +£5 for each extra dog or cat
Meet & greet before your first bookingPhoto & video updates every visitMedication givenDBS checked & fully insuredAlways me, never a stranger
Need a regular weekly booking, several pets or something a bit different? Just ask and I'll put a price together for you.
Weddings
across the
North West
across the
North West
Wedding dog chaperone
Your best friend, at your side on the big day
Your dog is family, so of course they belong in the photos. I'll look after them all day, so you can enjoy every moment without worrying about leads, water bowls or a muddy dress.
- Collection from home and a pre-wedding walk
- Brushed, calm and photo-ready
- Ceremony, aisle walk or ring bearer moment
- Group and couple photos with your dog
- Food, water, toilet breaks and quiet time
- Safe return home or an overnight stay
"Most recently I chaperoned a wedding in the Lake District, and I'll happily travel for yours."
Wedding packages
Choose your perfect package
Something Borrowed
£199
Perfect for couples who already have someone to care for their dog but don't want to miss capturing those unforgettable moments together. I'll create beautiful behind-the-scenes content and candid memories for you to treasure and share.
Enquire
Recommended
Best in Show
£349
The perfect choice for couples who want their dog to be part of the big day without worrying about the logistics. I'll take care of everything from chaperoning to transport, so you can relax and enjoy every moment.
Enquire
Premium Paws
£499
The ultimate VIP wedding experience for your four-legged best friend. From getting ready in the morning to celebrating into the evening, I'll provide dedicated one-to-one care, capture every special moment, and make sure your dog is part of your day from beginning to end.
EnquireGetting married further afield? I travel, and recently chaperoned a wedding in the Lake District. Package prices cover venues across the Wirral & Chester. For venues further away, travel (and accommodation if needed) is quoted up front, before you book.
70+dogs cared for every Sunday
Hi, I'm Lucy
A genuine animal lover you can trust with your keys
Alongside my Sport Nutrition degree, I've spent years working with dogs. Every Sunday I help care for and socialise around 70 dogs with an established local dog business, so I've met every size, breed and personality you can think of.
I've cared for newborn puppies, senior dogs, anxious rescues, shy cats and even guinea pigs. I can give oral and injected medication, and I'll always adapt to what your pet needs, whether that's cooling them down in a heatwave or a slow, gentle walk for old legs.
Lucy x
In loving memory of Barnaby, 2013–2026My gentle golden boy, and a huge part of why I do what I do. Read his story ↓
Simple & stress-free
How it works
Get in touch
Send a quick enquiry or a WhatsApp with your dates and a bit about your pet. I usually reply within a few hours.
Meet & greet
I'll come and meet you and your pet, learn their routine, quirks and favourite things, and sort out keys.
Relax & enjoy
Switch off while you're away. You'll get photos, videos and updates so you always know they're happy.
Don't just take my word for it
Loved by pets (and their humans)
“She didn't have time to miss me”
Lucy is amazing! We booked last minute but still got a 5* sitter at short notice. We were away during the heatwave and Lucy adapted all the animals care and needs to the temperatures they were experiencing, from early morning longer walks, to making sure fans were on, guinea pigs had closed blinds and frozen bottles of water to keep them cool. My puppy (Lucy, 7 months) lived her best life of walks, cuddles, trips out and play time with Lucy, she didn't have time to miss me 😂 whilst she also cared for our cat and 3 guinea pigs. She was adaptable to changes in our situation (ie partner working closer to home) she came early morning and stayed until his return. She gave all the love and attention we could ask for from someone caring for our animals, I had complete peace of mind with lots of photos, videos and updates. I will definitely be using Lucy again x
“Like a completely different pup”
Lucy has been an absolute lifesaver while we've been on holiday looking after our 7 month old puppy Oatie. Oatie has bad separation anxiety and is nervous around new people and with Lucy he is like a completely different pup. She is very very talented in what she does and never fails to go above and beyond. Lucy has done us a massive favour last minute which we're so grateful for. She's taken him to so many places, introduced Oatie to her dog Barnaby which Oatie loved and even went to the pet shop to buy Oatie a new chew to help soothe him in the evenings. The pup dates and pictures are just the icing on the cake! I couldn't recommend her more.
“Honesty about where issues had arisen”
Lucy looked after our two very complex dogs for four nights for us and we can't rate her highly enough. Lots of updates as well as honesty about where issues had arisen and how they had been managed. Very glad we found her and will 100% be booking again in future.
“Completely at ease”
I couldn't be happier with the care Dotty received. Lucy was so lovely with her and you could tell she genuinely cared about her and wanted to make sure she was happy and comfortable. I really appreciated the daily updates, messages, photos and videos — it was so reassuring to see how Dotty was getting on and how much fun she was having. The videos of her lovely walks were especially nice to see, and it was clear she was getting plenty of exercise and attention. Dotty was clearly very well looked after and came home happy and content. I felt completely at ease knowing she was in such caring hands. I would definitely recommend Lucy and would happily have her look after Dotty again! 🐾❤️
A fantastic service from Lucy! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable dog sitter or walker. Your pooch will be in great hands! 🐾
Lucy offers great flexible pet sitting, she called to meet me and the pets (cats and guinea pigs) in advance and sent lovely updates and photos whilst we were away. Would highly recommend and will be booking Lucy again in the future!
Couldn't have asked for a better pet sitter! Our usually shy kitties took a real shine to Lucy. Lucy sent us regular photos and videos and we felt very confident that the cats were happy and well looked after!
Lucy was so lovely and did a fabulous job looking after our old man, Walter! She kept us updated with how Walter was doing whilst we were away. She was also very respectful of our home. We would 100% recommend her. I only hope she doesn't become too popular, so she will have time to look after Walter again in the future 😊
Lucy is fantastic with dogs and has always shown so much care and affection towards my four. Every time she's been around them, she's been patient, gentle and they absolutely love her. It's obvious how passionate she is about animals, and I would have no hesitation trusting her to look after my dogs. I'd highly recommend Lucy to anyone looking for someone who genuinely cares about their pets.
Wonderful!!! Lucy came to meet my dog as it was all a bit last minute but I'm so happy to have 'found' Lucy and Mags had the BEST day with her! I felt confident leaving my best friend with someone who just exudes calm and confidence as well as a knowledge of dogs! Thank you so so much!
Lucy was great with our two dogs! One pup is a rescue and has his quirks, but Lucy was so understanding and great with them both. Helped us out at short notice too. Thanks again!
Lucy was great, I loved the fact that she took her time caring for my cat Bell on her visits and every day she sent me photos and videos of her time with Bell, I will definitely be using Lucy again, such a lovely young lady. Thank you Lucy x
Lucy is great, sent me pictures and videos every day of my cat, I can definitely vouch for her with being trusted in anybodys home too, and my cat loved her. A great person and I will definitely be having Lucy looking after my cat when I go away next. Thank you Lucy & I wish you all the best.
Thank you! Monty enjoyed his day with Lucy. Lots of photo updates and one very tired pup! Wouldn't hesitate to reach out in future xx
Monty had a great day. Would happily hire you again.
Lucy has always been fantastic with my Italian greyhound, who now absolutely loves her, maybe even more then he loves me! I could not recommend Lucy highly enough!
Absolutely fab really great communication and took care of our little man with all the instructions given! Great at communication, loads of pictures & cuddles. Would definitely book again x
Lucy is absolutely amazing with animals, especially dogs. Her love for animals is obvious, and my Fabio absolutely loves her! She is a warm and friendly person who I trust 100% to provide so much love to my doggy! ❤️
If you are looking for a dog/house sitter I couldnt recommend Lucy any more! She went above and beyond for my dog Bonnie and formed such a lovely bond with her! Lucy looked after Bonnie during a heatwave and took every step to keep her cool and happy. We had so many photos and videos throughout which was so just so nice and comforting during our holiday. It's made going away so much easier knowing we have found someone as amazing as Lucy to look after our fur baby!
We're so happy that we found Lucy! She was able to help at short notice with walking our Golden Retriever and we now would not use anyone else. She came to meet us before the first walk, asked for info about our dog and followed our routines etc. She turned up exactly when she said she would and sent us pics and videos of our dog having a lovely time. He loved his walks so much that he was looking for her after she had left! Highly recommend Lucy!
Lucy was absolutely amazing looking after my Jack Russell. From the moment we met her, she was friendly, caring, and clearly loves dogs. She took my dog out on lots of walks and adventures, and I loved receiving loads of photos and updates throughout the stay, which really put my mind at ease. My Jack Russell had a fantastic time and was so happy and well cared for. Lucy is such a lovely person and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. I wouldn't hesitate to book with her again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter. Thank you Lucy! X
Just for fun
What's your dog's walk personality?
Six quick questions to find out what kind of walker your dog really is, plus Lucy's tips for their perfect adventure. Share the result on your story!
🏖️ The Beach Bum🌲 The Explorer🛋️ The Sofa Supervisor🎾 The Ball Maniac🐕 The Social Butterfly👃 The Sniff Detective
Take the quiz
Where I cover
Based in Bromborough, all over the Wirral & Chester
Pop your postcode in to see if you're in my patch. Weddings and longer house sits further afield are always welcome.
Regular walks & visits Just ask
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Are you insured and DBS checked?
Yes. I'm fully insured and DBS checked, and I'm happy to show you both at our meet & greet.
How much do you charge?
Walks start at £15 for 30 minutes, drop in visits from £15, and overnight house sitting is £60 a night. Extra pets are £5 each. Everything is in the price list, and wedding packages start at £199.
Will it always be you looking after my pet?
Yes, always me. Pitman & Paws is just me, so your pet sees the same friendly face every time.
Do you look after cats and small pets?
Absolutely. I regularly care for cats, including shy ones, as well as guinea pigs and other small pets.
Can you give medication?
Yes. I can give oral and injected medication and I'm experienced with senior and special-needs pets. Just let me know their routine.
What happens at the meet & greet?
I'll visit you at home to meet your pet, learn their routine, feeding, walks and quirks, take emergency and vet details, and arrange keys.
How will I know my pet is OK?
You'll get photos, videos and messages during every visit or stay, so you can relax knowing they're happy.
Let's chat
Check availability
Tell me a little about your pet and the dates you need, and I'll get back to you, usually within a few hours. Prefer to message? That's fine too.