Mabel, our fox red Labrador, standing in a stream on a walk

Muddy walks and happy pets in Waterlooville

Small group dog walks, pet sitting and home visits, from someone you can trust with your pets and your house keys.

Services

How we can help

We look after dogs, cats and small animals across Waterlooville, Cowplain, Denmead, Horndean and the villages nearby. Some dogs like a run with friends and others would rather have a quiet sniff round the block, so we'll work out what suits yours.

A grinning bulldog and a fox red Labrador looking up on a walk
Never more than 4 dogs

Dog walking

We keep groups small on purpose. With a few dogs who get on, the walk is calmer and each dog gets proper attention. If yours would rather be on their own, we do solo walks too.

  • Collected from and returned to your home
  • Group walks or one-to-one
  • A photo and an update after every walk
from£15per walkMore about dog walking
A long-haired German Shepherd at home, tongue out
In your home

House sitting

If you're going away, your pets can stay at home and keep to their normal routine. We stay over, so they're fed, walked and properly fussed over, and someone's keeping an eye on the house.

  • Overnight stays in your home
  • Dogs, cats and small pets
  • Post brought in, curtains and lights done
from£70per nightMore about house sitting
A blue-eyed seal point cat walking across the living room
Pop-ins and lifts

Drop-ins & other care

Half-hour visits for pets who need letting out, feeding or some company during the day. We also do feeding visits for cats and small animals, and can take your pet to the vets or the groomers.

  • 30-minute drop-in visits
  • Medication given as prescribed
  • Pet taxi to the vets or groomers
from£12per visitMore about drop-in visits

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How it works

How to get started

  1. Say hello

    Drop us a message and tell us what you need, whether that's walks, pet sitting or home visits, plus a bit about your pet.

  2. Free meet & greet

    We meet you and your pet first, on a walk or at your home. It's free and there's no obligation to book.

  3. Off we go

    Walks or visits start when it suits you, with a photo and an update after every one.

Teresa walking Mabel, our fox red Labrador, on a woodland path
About us

Hello from Teresa and Mabel

Hi, I'm Teresa. I was a teaching assistant at a local primary school for nearly 20 years before starting Muddy Mabel. You learn a lot of patience in a classroom, and you get good at noticing when someone isn't quite themselves. I find both just as useful with the animals I look after now.

Mabel is our fox red Labrador. Give her a muddy puddle and she'll lie down in it, which is how the business got its name.

As well as dogs, I look after cats and small animals, whether that's a walk, a quick feeding visit or staying over while you're away.

Leaving your pets and your house keys with someone new isn't easy, so I always start with a meet and greet. You can ask me anything, your pets can get to know me, and I'll look after them the way I'd want Mabel looked after.

Prices

What it costs

Collection and drop-off is included on every walk.

Bank holidays are charged at time and a half. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice are charged in full.

Dog walking

  • Group walk, 1 hourNo more than 4 dogs£17
  • Solo walk, 1 hourJust your dog£20
  • Solo walk, 30 minutesJust your dog£15
  • Second dog, same householdAdded to any walk+£10

House sitting

  • Pet sitting in your homeOvernight, while you're awayfrom£70 /night

Home visits & pet taxi

  • Home visit, 30 minutesCuddles, toilet break, playtime and food£15
  • Cat or small animal feeding30-minute visit£12
  • Pet taxi to the vetsThere and backfrom£20
  • Pet taxi to the groomersPick-up and drop-offfrom£15
Areas covered

Waterlooville and the villages around it

We're based in Waterlooville and walk the woods, heaths and country parks around it, including Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Creech Woods and Purbrook Heath. We cover Waterlooville, Cowplain, Hart Plain, Purbrook, Widley, Denmead, Horndean, Lovedean, Clanfield, Crookhorn and Hambledon. If you're just outside these areas, ask anyway and we'll see if we can fit you in.

Reviews

What owners say

Real reviews from owners who've booked Teresa through Rover.

Teresa is the perfect person to choose when looking for someone to care for your pets. She is such a kind, caring a nurturing person, aswell as being extremely thoughtful and communicative. She has cared for my dogs on a couple of occasions and I always know they are in very safe and loving hands.
Danielle C. · Dog careMar 2026
Teresa walks our elderly rescue dog. She professionally and caringly accomodates M's specific needs and ensures she has enjoyable and stimulating walks. Teresa safely returns M and provides us with reassuring feedback. Teresa is always punctual and reliable. I would not entrust our dog with anyone else.
Catherine T. · Dog walkingMar 2026
I knew that Teresa was going to provide excellent care for my cats from the second I saw her interact with them. She was kind, gentle and patient (particularly with my anti-social, grumpy old tabby cat). It was great being able to leave them and know that they were being properly and professionally cared for. I would highly recommend Teresa to anyone!
Joanne P. · Cat careMar 2026
Teresa is so friendly and knowledgable. Our 4 dogs went straight to her the moment she walked in the door. Teresa is v prompt in responding and keeps you updated on her visits along with pictures. Would def recommend her with no hesitation.
Beverley M. · Drop-in visitsAug 2026
First time I have used Teresa and she was excellent, she took really good care of my cat Rosie, fed her, played with her and left a clean and tidy litter tray. Would highly recommend her. It is so reassuring when away that you can relax and know your pets are being well looked after.
Lisa T. · Drop-in visitsAug 2026
Really felt relieved that Teresa was looking after Honey and Mole. I felt absolutely confident from first meeting that Teresa was going to be a lovely and caring. Definitely, would ask Teresa again when I go away on holiday. Thank you Teresa!
Susan C. · Drop-in visitsAug 2026
FAQ

Things owners often ask

Anything else, just ask us at your meet & greet.

Do you walk in the rain?

Yes. The clue is in the name. Dogs still need their walk when it's wet, and they get towelled off before they go back indoors.

How do you pick which dogs walk together?

Every dog has a meet & greet first, so we get to know their size, energy and temperament. Groups are matched carefully and are never bigger than four.

How will I know how the walk went?

You'll get a photo and a quick message after every walk or visit, so you know they're home safe and how they got on.

How much does a dog walker cost in Waterlooville?

A group walk is £17 for an hour, a solo walk is £20 for an hour or £15 for 30 minutes, and a second dog from the same home is £10 extra. Collection and drop-off are included on every walk.

How much does pet sitting cost?

Overnight pet sitting in your home is from £70 a night. A 30-minute home visit, with cuddles, a toilet break, playtime and food, is £15. Cat and small animal feeding visits are £12 for 30 minutes.

Do you offer a pet taxi?

Yes. We can take your pet to the vets from £20, or to the groomers and home again from £15.

Which areas do you cover?

Waterlooville, Cowplain, Hart Plain, Purbrook, Widley, Denmead, Horndean, Lovedean, Clanfield, Crookhorn and Hambledon. If you're just outside these, ask anyway.

Do you walk nervous dogs, puppies and older dogs?

We do. Nervous dogs, and dogs still learning their manners, are better off with one-to-one walks. For puppies and older dogs, a 30-minute home visit at their own pace is often a better fit than a long walk.

Do you look after cats and other pets?

Of course. Home visits and house sitting cover cats and small pets too, so food, fresh water, litter trays and a bit of company.

Are you insured and checked?

We're DBS checked, fully insured and trained in dog first aid. Ask to see the paperwork at your meet & greet and we'll happily show you.

Contact

Get in touch

If you've got any questions, or you'd like to make a booking, just get in touch. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

07460 636372 hello@muddymabel.co.uk Waterlooville, Hampshire
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