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Hello and welcome to our site!

We are a friendly, reliable, trusted team of “pet au pairs” offering puppy day care, puppy training, dog grooming, dog walking, cat and small pet sitting in Wandsworth, South West London and surrounds.

We are dedicated to looking after your pets when you’re on holiday / working long hours / just in need of a helping hand.

We have decades of combined experience caring for a variety of different pets including: dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, parrots, budgies, chickens, fish and more!

We love our pets and you can be assured we will look after yours as if they were our own. The safety, health and happiness of your pets are our top priorities – animal welfare is everything to us!

For your peace of mind we are fully insured and have loads of excellent references.

We sincerely look forward to meeting you and your beloved pets!

Dog Walking

  • Fun outdoor adventures for your furry friend/s in groups of 4
  • At locations around Wandsworth + Wimbledon
  • 1hr long (excluding travel) plus pics, updates and a wipe down
  • All walks off lead, giving dogs a chance to be dogs!

Dog Walking / Puppy Outings

Our dog walks are not just a walk in the park – they’re action-packed, energy-burning, sight-smell-and-sound experiencing, fun-filled adventures!

How we operate…

We’ll collect your dog from your home, transport them safely and comfortably in one of our custom-built vehicles to a nearby common and – when safe – “let them loose” for an hour of dog’s delight. Their health and safety is our number one priority, so we do our absolute best to look after them and minimise risks. Their happiness comes a very close second, so we do our absolute best to let them let their hair down. We keep our group sizes small so we can pay each dog attention and interact with them in a way they most enjoy – whether it’s chasing a ball or having a swim or simply sniffing the bushes. Once the adventure is over we can take them for a second round if you like, then wipe them down and deliver safely home, tired and happy!

Dog walks are 1 hour long including any time spent wiping dogs down and sending photos/updates to owners. Walk times are approx. 11:30 and 13:30. If booking both walks we will collect anywhere between 10:30-11:30 and drop off anywhere between 14:30-15:30.

For puppies under 7 months, please see our Puppy Day Care page here.

Prices for dog walking…

  • 1 dog, 1 walk = £20+vat
  • 1 dog, 2 walks = £36+vat
  • 2 dogs (same home), 1 walk = £36+vat
  • We offer a “happy dogs” 10% discount for bookings of 3+ regular week days (min. 12) per calendar month
  • We offer a “super dogs” 20% discount for bookings of 5+ regular week days (min. 20) per calendar month
  • Unneutered male dogs = £22+vat per dog per walk (discounts may still apply)
  • We charge extra on weekends and bank holidays

Puppy Day Care

  • Give your pup a head start with puppy day care
  • We collect around 10:30 & drop home around 15:30
  • Includes walks, play time, snack + (maybe) a snooze
  • Fantastic for socialising and building confidence!

Puppy Day Care & Socialisation

So you’re thinking of getting a new puppy – how very exciting! But you’re worried about those days you’ll have to leave them home alone… Or perhaps you are keen for them to be socialised, build confidence and make lots of new puppy (and human) friends… Well you’ve come to the right place!

Importance of puppy socialisation…

We truly believe that puppy / dog socialisation is critical in developing a confident and well balanced dog. In fact, it is scientifically proven! Socialisation is the process by which puppies learn to relate to people, animals and their environment. It means meeting and having pleasant encounters with as many other dogs, animals, people, sights, smells and sounds as possible. It is about confidence building, by becoming accustomed to a wide range of environments & events.

We feel that when you take on a puppy, you are taking on the responsibility to ensure your dog grows up to be emotionally well-adjusted. Puppies that are not socialised may grow up to be nervous/anxious or even fearful (and fearful dogs may bite!). Dogs who are not habituated with different environments and situations may spend their lives being nervous or even frightened when taken to unfamiliar places. Puppy socialisation should happen early, intensively between 3 – 20 weeks and continue until the puppy is 18 months old.

Well-socialised puppies grow up to be friendly and happy in the company of people and animals and make successful pets. Dogs taken out regularly (and responsibly) as puppies can learn to take different situations in their stride and eventually enjoy going anywhere with their owners, leading to a more enjoyable, trusting and stress free relationship between companions.

What happens at our puppy day care…

  • We collect day care pups between 09:30-10:45 and transport them comfortably and safely to our HQ by 11:00
  • Introduce them slowly to the other day care pups, they can get to know each other and become friends
  • We’ll take them out for regular wee breaks and short walks which will build up as they get older
  • They’ll be safely introduced to new dogs and people and can take in all the sights, smells and sounds of the neighbourhood
  • In between walks they will spend time at our HQ where they can play, have a snack and a snooze if they wish
  • Day care ends around 15:00, so we drop pups home between 15:15-16:30 – safe, happy and tired out!

Prices for puppy day care & socialisation…

Please note all pups will start with 3-4 “trial” days to see how well they settle in. Provided they feel comfortable and if everyone is happy, we have a minimum booking policy of 1 day/week for puppies up to 7 months of age (though our recommendation is 2+days/week). This is purely for their benefit, a good routine, regular exercise and play are essential for puppies’ mental and physical development.

  • 1-2 regular week days (min. 4) per calendar month = £37.50+vat/day
  • 3+ regular week days (min. 12) per calendar month we offer our “happy dogs” 10% discount = £33.75+vat/day
  • 5+ week days (min. 20) per calendar month we offer our “super dogs” 20% discount = £30+vat/day
  • Ad hoc days = £40+vat per dog per day 
  • Unneutered male puppies over 7 months = £40+vat (discounts may still apply)
  • We charge extra on weekends and bank holidays

Dog Day Care

  • A fun and safe day time environment for your dog
  • We collect before 11:00 and drop home after 15:00
  • Includes short walks, play time and snacks
  • Fantastic for socialising and burning some energy!

Dog Day Care & Socialisation

If you have a (small/medium) canine companion and need somewhere for them to go during the day, then look no further. We will transport your dog from home and back safely in one of our comfortable, custom-built vehicles. We are local so they won’t spend ages travelling. We’ll ensure they get plenty of exercise and play time outdoors and at our HQ, giving them loads of love and affection and all the while making new friends!

If you have a larger breed or adolescent/adult dog over 7 months, please see our Dog Walking page here.

If you have a puppy under 7 months, please see our Puppy Day Care page here.

What happens at our dog day care…

  • We collect day care dogs between 09:30-10:45 and transport them comfortably and safely to our HQ by 11:00
  • Introduce them slowly to the other pups, they can get to know each other and become friends
  • They will go on several short walks during the day
  • In between walks they will spend time at our HQ where they can play, have a snack and even a snooze if they like
  • We drop pups home between 15:15-16:30, safe, happy and tired out!

Prices for dog day care… 

  • 1-2 regular week days (min. 4) per calendar month = £37.50+vat/day
  • 3+ regular week days (min. 12) per calendar month we offer our “happy dogs” 10% discount = £33.75+vat/day
  • 5+ week days (min. 20) per calendar month we offer our “super dogs” 20% discount = £30+vat/day
  • Ad hoc days = £40+vat per dog per day
  • Unneutered male puppies over 7 months = £40+vat/day (discounts may still apply)
  • We charge extra on weekends and bank holiday

Puppy / Dog Grooming

  • Puppy intro grooms, tidy ups, nail clipping, full grooms and more
  • Short walk from Earlsfield station, nearby bus stops, ample parking
  • Relaxed, fun and safe environment
  • Your dog will leave looking and feeling great!

Puppy / Dog Grooming

We are delighted to offer dog grooming at our lovely boutique @ 524 Garratt Lane, SW17. Our dog groomers are highly trained with a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification, so your precious pups are in expert hands! We only groom one dog at a time, allowing us to take a very personal approach to dog grooming. We will give dogs short rests if they are nervous. We also like to send before and after photos and updates to let the client know how their dog is doing.

The importance of regular dog grooming…

We feel that dog grooming is not just about maintaining your dog’s cleanliness or looking good, it is also about maintaining your dog’s physical health. Dog groomers are trained to detect a variety of health issues e.g. matting of the coat, skin conditions, fleas & ticks, inflammation, cuts & sores etc. Some very good reasons to groom your dog regularly – and we are here to help!

Our dog grooming services and prices…

  • Wash & Dry from £20+vat: Shampoo and rinse (x2) and blow dry
  • Puppy Introductory Grooms from £30+vat: Shampoo and rinse (x2), gentle blow dry and brush out of the coat, hygiene area (belly to bum), pads, paws & claw clip. We recommend these at 12, 18 and 24 weeks in order to habituate pup to the groom environment
  • Bath & Tidy from £40+vat: Shampoo and rinse (x2), blow dry, brush out of the coat, corners of eyes and fringe/eyebrows trimmed, hygiene area (belly to bum), pads, paws & claw clipped
  • Full Groom from £60+vat: Shampoo and rinse (x2), blow dry, brush out of the coat, full coat clip & styling, hygiene area (belly to bum), pads, paws & claws clipped, quick inner ear surface clean/plucking and coat cologne/perfume spray
  • De-matting £20+vat per hour pro rata
  • Ear Cleaning/Plucking £10+vat
  • Claw/nail Clipping £10+vat: 5-15min while you wait service
  • We also offer a home visit service (if within our catchment area) for Cat Claw Clipping £15/cat
  • Collection and/or drop off service (if within our catchment area) £5+vat each way

All prices are a starting price, they may be increased on the day depending on the size of the dog, length and condition of the coat, any specific requirements or additional requests and behaviour of the dog.

Cat Visits / Sitting

  • Daily visits or overnights with your precious kitten / cat/s
  • Choose your visit length and frequency
  • We’ll wash & replenish bowls and clear trays
  • Plus play time, grooming and plenty of love!

Kitten / Cat Visits & Overnight Sitting

So… you’re going on that much anticipated holiday (finally!), but your cat is not so good at travelling? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We’ll look after your precious kitten / cat/s in the comfort of their own home. Whether they enjoy a game, neck scratch or just a lap to sit on, we will provide them with loving company. We are happy to play / brush / medicate / whatever is required so you can relax and enjoy your holiday and return home to relaxed and happy cats.

A typical cat visit includes…

  • Checking the cat is healthy and reporting back to the client
  • Cleaning all bowls and replenishing water and food as required
  • Clearing litter tray with full cleans when necessary
  • Cleaning up any pet related mess
  • Some quality time with the cat/s depending on what they like – grooming / playing / lap time / background company
  • Medicating if required
  • A few basic house chores e.g. bringing in post, watering plants, taking out bin bags
  • Daily updates via WhatsApp to let you know that your home is safe and your cats are happy and healthy.

Options and prices for cat visits / cat sitting / cat feeding…

We understand different cats have different needs, so we offer several different options (based on household with up to 3 cats). Please note we have a minimum booking policy of 1 visit per day (we do not accept bookings for alternate days – purely for the welfare of the animal/s):

  • Meet & Greet: At our HQ = £0 / At your home = £13+vat
  • 1 x 20min visit/day = £13+vat
  • 1 x 30 minute visit/day = £15+vat
  • 1 x 45 minute visit/day = £18+vat
  • 2 x 20 minute visits/day = £26+vat
  • 2 x 30 minute visits/day = £30+vat
  • Overnight cat sitting (approx. 9pm – 7am) = £40+vat
  • We charge extra for pets with special needs / additional cleaning requirements
  • We charge extra on weekends and bank holidays
  • There is no minimum booking. We do not offer discounts for cat care
  • We also offer a home visit service for cat claw/nail clipping = £15

Small Pet Visits

  • Daily visits to your bunnies / piggies / hammies
  • We’ll wash bowls, feed, water and clean up
  • Choose your visit length and frequency
  • Plus some run around time and plenty of love!

Small Pet Visits

If you’re going on holiday and need someone to check in on your bunny / guinea pig / hamster / tortoise / fish, you’ve come to the right place! Whether its just a quick feed and clean up or some time to let them stretch their legs, we’ll pop in to your home to make sure all is well and take care of your precious small pet, whatever their needs may be.

A typical small pet visit includes…

  • Checking the pet is healthy and reporting back to the client
  • Cleaning all bowls and replenishing water and food as required
  • Clearing loo area and cleaning up any pet related mess
  • A chance to hop/crawl about (if required)
  • A few basic house chores e.g. bringing in post, watering plants, taking out bin bags
  • Daily updates via WhatsApp to let you know that your home is safe and your pets are happy and healthy.

Options and prices for small pet visits…

We understand different pets have different needs, so we offer 3 visit length options. Please note for small pets we have a minimum booking policy of 1 visit per day (we do not accept bookings for alternate days, purely based on welfare of the animal/s):

  • Meet & Greet: Video call = £0 / In person (at your home) = £13+vat
  • 1 x 20 minute visit/day = £13+vat
  • 1 x 30 minute visit/day = £15+vat
  • 1 x 45 minute visit/day = £18+vat
  • We charge extra for pets with special needs / additional cleaning requirements
  • We charge extra on weekends and bank holidays
  • No minimum booking. We do not offer discounts for small pet care.

Puppy Training

  • Private one to one sessions, by video call and in person
  • For puppies 8-24 weeks of age
  • 4 session package to cover the essentials or customised individual sessions
  • A fun learning and bonding experience for dog and human companions!

Puppy Training

Searching for a puppy trainer near Wandsworth? Do you want to give your puppy a head start in life? Or perhaps you are keen to learn how better to communicate with your puppy? If your answer is Yes to any of these questions then we are here to help! We know how you feel and we’re with you all the way!

About our puppy trainer…

Our lovely founder, Nick Lindsay, has grown up with dogs, gaining decades of experience handling dogs before going down the dog training route. Following his passion of helping owners to better understand and communicate with their dogs, he joined an expert (APDT) dog trainer “Heidi Z” as Assistant at puppy and adolescent dog training classes from 2013-2015. Since 2016 he has received numerous dog handling certifications with the IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers) including: Learning Theory, Practical Instructor, Advanced Dog Training & Behaviour and more. He is a Member of the IMDT and holds an OCN Level 3 ‘Principles of Dog Training & Behaviour’ qualification and continues to study the latest research on dog handling and behaviour, using marker-based, positive reinforcement techniques to help owners to teach their puppies the basic cues, skills, manners and behaviour expected of an urban dog. 

About our puppy training sessions…

Nick specialises with puppies from 8 to 24 weeks of age. He recommends 4 sessions in order to cover the essentials, starting from day 1 with pup. These private one to one puppy training sessions are tailored to the owners’ needs and expectations of the puppy’s behaviour and involve the whole family, emphasising the consistency which is key to a stress free and enjoyable learning and bonding experience for both the owners and the puppies. Q&A sessions are usually done via Zoom (week nights at 18:00). All in person sesssions will be held at our HQ (Saturdays from 12:00).

What our private one to one puppy training package will cover…

Session 1: 60min video call. New Puppy Q&A covering all important topics:

  • Sleep and living area
  • Toilet training
  • Alone training (to aid with prevention of separation anxiety)
  • Handling
  • Crying / barking for attention
  • Puppy play
  • Puppy proofing, chewing & bite inhibition
  • Jumping
  • Socialisation

Session 2: 50min indoors. An introduction to Positive Reinforcement:

  • Basic theory (easy when you know how it works!)
  • No-reward Markers e.g. “Uh-uh” or Positive Interruptor e.g. “Excuse Me”
  • Reflex To Name and Eye Contact
  • Introduction to loose lead walking
  • Introduction to recall

Session 3: 50min indoors. Loads of fun stuff such as:

  • “Sit”, “Lie Down”, “Stand”
  • Impulse control e.g. “Stay” / “Wait”
  • “Leave it”
  • Targeting e.g. “Touch”
  • Send aways e.g. “On your bed”
  • Plus a few fun tricks e.g. “Paw”, “Spin/Twist”, “Roll Over”

Session 4: 50min outdoors. Walking & training, interacting with other dogs and real life scenarios:

  • Loose lead walking
  • Outdoor recall exercises
  • Body language and socialising

Price of puppy training…

  • £65 per session (customised to specific needs) or
  • £240 for the 4 session puppy package (new puppies only, must include q&a session)

All sessions must be booked and paid for in advance. 48 hours notice required for cancellation.

Pet Taxi

  • Safe, comfortable transportation for up to 8 pets + 1 human
  • Vet visits / grooming parlour transport / general A to B
  • We’ll take you anywhere within 5km of our HQ
  • SImply call us to book a ride!

Pet Taxi / Pet Transport

Are you searching for a pet taxi or pet transport in Wandsworth, Earlsfield, Tooting, Southfields, Wimbledon or surrounding areas? Have you booked your dog in for a groom with us, but can’t get them to and from us? Need to get your pet to the vet? Or maybe to another nearby location, but they get anxious on public transport? Never fear, Pawpairs are here! We have lovely, air-conditioned vans kitted out with custom made transportation units, all equipped with clean bedding to keep your pets safe, secure, comfortable (and separate) on their journey from A to B (and back if necessary). We even have space for one human – who will also ride in comfort up front.

Prices for pet taxi / pet transport…

Price will depend on the distance & time taken from start to end destination. To get an idea, it would cost about the same as an Uber Exec. We charge an additional £12+vat per 20 minutes waiting time.

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