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Emergency pet sitter

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Asher91 · 26/12/2025 16:54

Hi I'm looking for emergency pet sitter for my two dogs I live in East Devon I got go in hospital and advice please happy Xmas to you all I have no family or friends 😞

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somanychristmaslights · 26/12/2025 20:16

Join Facebook under a fake name

somanychristmaslights · 26/12/2025 20:17

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Message you to say what? You’re not being very clear.

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 20:19

Thanks for there mobile number I ring now

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Asher91 · 26/12/2025 20:28

I will be clear I'm going though domestic violence all professionals are going to find me somewhere safe next year's and it's family member I rang police my mum passed away and I'm going though domestic violence ok and I have all professionals involved for nexts year refuge for pets I got verbally abuse yesterday my German shepherd is my support dog I came here for someone to foster my dogs asap and flee to hospital I have twine but he safeguarding me in flat and I'm trapped disabled and abused and lost trust in police to that why I need flee I'm in wheelchair can't talk etc but I can't wait for nexts year to go I hope this post don't get takeing down this is very hard to right please no hate I'm isolated cut off etc sorry about my spelling I'm going though domestic violence and I told everyone I hope you all understand but this post might be removed so I came for support as I can't wait no longer thank you hope you all understand I cont lots pet sitter I'm trapped disabled and abused u want get out faster but I can't as my dog be in danger I'm be honest hope you all understand I did not say at first scared this will be removed 😞😭💔🙏

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FlorenceAndTheVagine · 26/12/2025 20:33

I don’t really understand your post but if you are trapped in your home then you need to call the police. MN can’t help. Please ring someone who can.

somanychristmaslights · 26/12/2025 20:37

You phoned the police, and what did they say?

Smartiepants79 · 26/12/2025 20:41

Your situation is clearly complicated and messy. You are currently talking to a bunch of random internet strangers. Many of whom live in other countries. No one here can actually give you any concrete help. They can advise people to ring but they can’t actually physically help.

Frequency · 26/12/2025 20:43

I think you need to contact adult social care in your area, OP. I'm not sure what you mean by flee to the hospital, but you cannot just admit yourself into the hospital.

If you need to flee somewhere safe, you need to contact the police and social services; they will be able to help you and will also be able to find somewhere safe for your dog.

PurpleLovecats · 26/12/2025 20:47

You sound incredibly vulnerable. So am I right that you AREN’T actually going into hospital, you need to flee DV?
Charities that support people leaving abusive situations often know of places for animals to go. Are you in touch with support?

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 20:55

Yes very vunrable I have lots of health condition and I got told by my GP I can flee to hospital as I'm being nergalte to I have serious heart condition to and last time I was in hospital they safeguard me I got social worker and DV worker they cant do nothing till next year I got in restbite care home and my dogs will be going in to refuge for pets reason why I posted as that what I need to do is find a pet sitter I rang lots soon I tell them DV they don't want help I just want support I keep looking for dog sitter and I can flee to hospital as I'm medium risk and have lots serious health problems so I can't wait till nexts year my dad will not allow no one to visit me I found miss daisy online she takes wheelchair people etc I asked for refuge but my needs very complex to sorry about my spelling I'm Dislexit I take post down sorry to upset u all

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Namechange568899542 · 26/12/2025 20:57

Hi OP, sorry for your situation, people could probably offer more helpful advice if you clarify a couple of points.

Are you being admitted to hospital because you are unwell, injured etc in some way? Or is it that you are intending to flee your current situation tonight, and the fleeing is why you need someone to look after your pets, rather than a hospital stay? You mention about not trusting the police, have you called them or not? If it’s a fleeing situation and the police are aware they should be able to put you in touch with/assist with finding care for the pets as this is likely something that comes up often when they have to make arrests, remove people from homes etc when there are animals present and no one else there to take care of them.

Harnel · 26/12/2025 20:58

I'd suggest you call the Samaritans if you can. The police will be no help in your situation (as dire as it is - I am so sorry and sad for you) but the Samaritans always answer the phone. I just checked & there's also an online chat function if you're unable to speak/call - scroll down a bit and you'll see it: https://share.google/YDbRczORB5gD2Bkd5 . Explain your situation and how you have NO options to get away from your abuser right now, without leaving your beloved dogs behind with your abuser (dangerous), and they should be able to advise you where to call first thing tomorrow to get emergency care for your dogs. I wish you safety, peace and all the luck in the world. Also, I'm saddened by all the commenters who are admonishing you for rejecting their suggestions. The whole point of you asking for help and suggestions is because you have explored many options and are still coming up empty. It's not because you have no common sense or access to search engines. You are just hoping beyond hope that just one person might know of the actual solution that you haven't yet come across. I hope people continue to propose solutions until you have found one that is actually viable in your specific situation. God bless you.

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 21:01

Yes you are right the only safe place is hospital I will miss my dog I will get the back but I got cut all family ties to my mum passed away suddenly last year and that when mask came off I saw red flags told police lots they will only arriest him if he stabs me etc so I will only call them if he tries to kill me sorry just be honest thank you for understanding it hard to talk about my abuse

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Asher91 · 26/12/2025 21:07

Harnel you are correct you comments brought me to tears as I can't spell right so please read what harnel said please yes I'm emotional drained I'm not allowed to call charity till there asleep as they listen to my phone call I have plan but it won't happen till next year and I got verbally abused I could not ring policies barecade doors to I'm christen to I for give him but he finealley using me to I'm Dislexit wish mum was here to help me god bless you all 🙏🙏🙏

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Harnel · 26/12/2025 21:11

I understand. Will you contact the Samaritans, do you think? I called them earlier this year (in the middle of divorcing my STBX - also DV). They were amazing. It's been a long hard year and still ongoing but I've been able to keep my ESA dog with me always - I stand with you in your despair and am sorry I cannot be of any practical help❤️

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 21:16

Harnel I'm sorry you had go through DV to cause I'm disabled makes it worse to and hurt more cause it family doing it should I keep post up I will ring then I can as he listen to my phone calls etc x

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Harnel · 26/12/2025 21:24

Thank you. The link I sent you is for an online chat with the Samaritans. You could also email them. Perhaps start by mentioning your dyslexia/spelling but that a phone call doesn't work as you'll be overheard. Good luck and I'm so sorry about the passing of your mum x

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 21:32

Thank u do you think I should remove post ?x

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Harnel · 26/12/2025 21:50

Not at all, as long as your user name is suitably anonymous. If you leave it up, someone understanding might read it who can help in a practical way. However (very big however) only accept offers of help from actual dog charities, licensed and vetted boarders, or rescue centres. If you're struggling to think straight, maybe contact Womens Aid or Refuge tomorrow to ask their advice on how best to go about vetting suitable temporary accomodation for your dog x

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 21:56

Thanks you put my mind at easy happy Xmas to you god bless ❤️🙏🌟

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OlderGlaswegianLivingInDevon · 26/12/2025 22:02

Try this:

Individuals and families escaping domestic abuse are often unable to take their animals with them, as most temporary housing does not allow pets. In many cases, this will stop people from leaving.
Refuge4Pets provides a specialist Animal Fostering Service across Devon and Cornwall to victim-survivors of domestic abuse, so that they can leave with their much-loved animals.
Contact us

and / or

We're here for you and your dog when you need us
As many refuges aren’t able to accept pets, we understand that you might feel unable to leave your home until you know your dog is somewhere safe too. We place your dog with a loving foster carer, so you can access a refuge or emergency housing, knowing your dog will be cared for until you're ready to have them back with you.

Contact your local Freedom team

Call us
Please call the direct numbers below to speak to our female-only Freedom team. If you don’t live within one of these areas, please call your closest regional team and we will offer support and signposting.
London & South East
0800 298 9199
Yorkshire
0800 083 4322
North West of England
0300 303 4139
Wales
0300 373 0677
East Midlands
0300 373 2789
East Anglia
0808 196 6240
North East of England
0300 303 3497
Scotland
0808 169 4315
West Midlands
0300 373 2788

Email us
If you would prefer to email us, we will endeavour to get back to you within 24 hours. Please only contact us by email if you are sure that your account is secure and is not being monitored. You can find out more information about keeping emails secure on Refuge's Tech Safety website.
[email protected]

Animal Fostering Service - Refuge4Pets

Our animal fostering service for victim-survivors is vital and, in some cases, will save lives. We will foster any animal and provide...

https://refuge4pets.org.uk/what-we-do/

Harnel · 26/12/2025 22:06

OlderGlaswegianLivingInDevon · 26/12/2025 22:02

Try this:

Individuals and families escaping domestic abuse are often unable to take their animals with them, as most temporary housing does not allow pets. In many cases, this will stop people from leaving.
Refuge4Pets provides a specialist Animal Fostering Service across Devon and Cornwall to victim-survivors of domestic abuse, so that they can leave with their much-loved animals.
Contact us

and / or

We're here for you and your dog when you need us
As many refuges aren’t able to accept pets, we understand that you might feel unable to leave your home until you know your dog is somewhere safe too. We place your dog with a loving foster carer, so you can access a refuge or emergency housing, knowing your dog will be cared for until you're ready to have them back with you.

Contact your local Freedom team

Call us
Please call the direct numbers below to speak to our female-only Freedom team. If you don’t live within one of these areas, please call your closest regional team and we will offer support and signposting.
London & South East
0800 298 9199
Yorkshire
0800 083 4322
North West of England
0300 303 4139
Wales
0300 373 0677
East Midlands
0300 373 2789
East Anglia
0808 196 6240
North East of England
0300 303 3497
Scotland
0808 169 4315
West Midlands
0300 373 2788

Email us
If you would prefer to email us, we will endeavour to get back to you within 24 hours. Please only contact us by email if you are sure that your account is secure and is not being monitored. You can find out more information about keeping emails secure on Refuge's Tech Safety website.
[email protected]

Oh amazing! Well done! OP will be so glad and touched, I know it. Wishing you both all good things ❤️

Asher91 · 26/12/2025 22:45

Thank you so much wow all the help you given me I don't no what to say thank you so much you took your time to help me and mum from heaven said thanks and thank you so much wow it's means alot I'm going to save everythink now to my phone he have kill me Cause mum bought this photo last year and she suddenly passed away in here sleep thank you for all the help god bless you xx🙏🌟❤️ happy Xmas to u

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