Dog grooming and walking. Home boarding Fully insured , VOG…read moreapproved and inspected References available, pre boarding visits welcomed. Dogs live in the home as family members

Pets Go Walkies is the dog walking and pet sitting business of Kari, set up in 2007, and based in…read moreEast Central Cardiff. Before setting up her business, she took in various pets for friends, family and neighbours when they went on holiday, and volunteered at The Cinnamon Trust which involved walking dogs in Cardiff as well as pet sitting cats. She set up Pets Go Walkies to offer people an alternative to traditional kennels and catteries, which many pets find stressful, and to offer a dog walking service to owners working full days and needing someone to drop in to exercise their pet. Kari is obviously interested in animal behaviour and training, and even has some helpful resources on her website to help pet owners with training and socialisation. She can usually cover the following areas: Splott, Adamsdown, Tremorfa, Pengam Green, Roath, Penylan, Trowbridge, Llanrumney, Rumney, St Mellons, Pentwyn, Llanederyn, Cyncoed, Cathays, Gabalfa, Maindy, Blackweir, Heath, Rhiwbina, Birchgrove, Canton, Victoria Park, Fairwater, Llandaff, Pontcanna, Blackwater, Whitchurch, Grangetown, Riverside, Butetown, Cardiff Bay and Penarth.

Kari started Pets Go Walkies in 2007 and runs it singlehandedly which means you and your pets get a…read moremore personal service. Kari loves animals: 'Growing up I had many pets that I adored. My first was a fish named Flipper who lived for 10 years, which isn't bad for a goldfish. I also grew up with rabbits, 2 tortoises, budgies, hamsters and guinea pigs and we also inherited my grandma's toy poodle, Pim, who was rather misbehaved but lots of fun to be with for an 8 year old.' She's had many pets since then, including cats Monty and Sox. Kari has spent time studying the care of dogs, cats and small pets, pet first aid and dog training techniques as well as dog and cat behaviour. She wants to give your pets a happier time, whether offering dog walking services while you are working late on that project, or pet sitting while you are sunning yourself abroad. 'I knew it would be the best job ever, getting to meet & hang out with dogs & cats & other pets; what could be better?' The women is smitten with small creatures, she really is.

When I left home, my pets all stayed with my mum. It's their home and they're happy there so I…read morewould never dream of uprooting them and bringing them to Cardiff. Still, I miss them all like crazy and none of the places I've lived in here allow pets so there's this huge animal-shaped hole in my life. Pets at Home provides some relief from this. Firstly, and most obviously, I get to go and enjoy the cute animals they have there. My favourites are the guinea pigs and the Roborovski hamsters, and I can quite easily spend a good hour in there debating whether my landlord would notice if I bought one. I am eternally disappointed that there are no mice here, but any cute animals will amuse me well enough. Secondly, since I miss my cats and dog so much, and feel pretty bad for abandoning them, I regularly pop in to buy them treats and toys to take home with me. The range of beds is particularly good, which is handy when you have a dog as destructive as mine. This branch also has a Companion Care Vetinary Centre (02920 232 957).

I'm a sucker for pet shops, and I particularly love this chain of pet supermarkets. Although you…read morecan often pick up bits and bobs at little independent pet shops, when you need several things it's often easier to head straight to Pets at Home. My only complaint is that this branch (perhaps it's the same at all Pets at Home branches?) don't sell the dog food I buy (Harrington's), so I still have to pick that up elsewhere. For pick 'n' mix dog treats, squeaky toys, and accessories such as shampoo, bowls, leads and collars, however, Pets at Home has far more choice than most smaller pet shops. The staff all seem real animal-lovers, and if you take your dog in with you they often ask if they can give it a treat or two. Just be prepared for your dog to get into a right frenzy over all the food smells luring them from aisle to aisle - oh, and watch them if you go near the rabbit and guinea pig enclosures!

I went here to buy fish yesterday, staff are very friendly, welcoming and kind. Prices are great…read moreand amazing deals on all the fish. I didn't get the man's name but he answered any questions I had, and even taught me more about other fish. My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time here, the man got his Star Wars books out to show my boyfriend and we all had a chat about tv shows. We will definitely be back to get more fish soon.

Marvellous! I finally found a place that will sell me some terrapins. To be fair, I haven't hunted…read morethat extensively, but in any case, it's always a pleasure to wander into a store and find exactly what you're looking for. The knowledgeable gentleman at Aquatic House kindly explained to me that it would cost around £160 to get my new pet all kitted out, which has sort of put me off, but I admit this seems like a reasonable rate (however, it makes me yearn for an outdoor pond that my £15 terrapin could call home) If you're not a reptile enthusiast, Aquatic House has every marine and tropical fish you can imagine, even those cute little ones that look like Nemo (clown fish, I think?). Aside from potential pets, this shop carries a wide variety of Juwel aquariums and pond supplies, as well.

We were away for two weeks, and Charlotte at Wallace pet boarding had our guinea pig for the…read moreduration. It was all arranged really easily, and very reasonable cost. We particularly appreciated Charlotte's flexiblity in having our guinea for an extra night at short notice, when our flight was delayed. Charlotte was a pleasure to deal with and obviously loves the animals that she cares for. Recommended! Gavin, Cardiff.

From the owner: We are an insured and licensed pet business that provides taylor-made holidays for your pets in our…read morehome. Instead of using dog kennels or a cattery while you are away why not give your pets a stress free break in a home environment. All breeds of dog, cats and other small animals are welcome. Places are highly limited so your pets will have our full care and attention during their stay and be treated like family. We update you daily with photos of your pet's adventures on our facebook page! Prices are available on our website.

I love going on holiday abroad, but I always worry about leaving my dog in someone else's care…read more She's way too spoilt to be holed up in kennels for a week, so I always opt for home boarding where she can enjoy home comforts, company, and plenty of fuss. I've tried a few different places since I got her, not because I've been unhappy with any of them but simply because some I've used previously have been fully booked when I've called them again, so I've had to find alternatives. Helen's 'home from home' boarding is properly licensed by Cardiff County Council and owners who leave their dog in her care can receive text or email updates about their pet's stay, if they want. Helen doesn't accept dogs with any aggression, so you don't need to worry about your pooch being bullied during their holiday. And she herself loves dogs, so you know they're going to get plenty of attention. It's not the cheapest place to board your dog, of course - the charges are generally £20 per dog per day - but I think it's worth the cost to have peace of mind that your dog is also enjoying a holiday of its own while you're off sunning yourself! Helen seems to genuinely love dogs and when you go to pick your hound up after your holiday they seem happy and balanced, albeit pleased to see their real pack leader back!

This is a shop inside the historic Cardiff Market. An old Victorian building that remains a good…read moresource of produce from local traders. As you enter the market you will be greeted by the same smell of fresh fish that has filled my childhood memories of this place. Pets World offers a wide range of products for pet owners and prospective pet owners alike. They've got hamsters, guinea pigs and rabbits on offer if you fancy getting yourself a furry friend or you just want to gawp at something cute for a few minutes. As well as this they will be able to provide you with all the cages, hutches, food, toys, and supplies you may need for your pet. As with all the traders in the old Cardiff Market, Pets World is an expert in its field, so they will be able to offer expert advice and guidance that you know you can trust.

Ok so I'm not a particularly animally person as in I'm not big on pets. Tthe reason I went to Pet…read moreWorld is because I just happened to be out with my friend who was getting supplies for his Hamster. Overall the stall has large selection of stock including cages, toys, treats, food and of course animals. I had visited once before and if memory serves they had kittens for sale but sadly they weren't there this time. There was however an array of birds which were sat about chirping and my friend was able to get some nutty seedy type things for the Hamster which weren't that bad for value. This shop can be easily located on the balcony in the market so there should be no problem in finding it if you find yourself in need of straw and sawdust.