Dog Walking
Regular group walks, solo options and carefully chosen outdoor experiences across Inverness. Mary's Meadow provides 4.6 acres of private countryside space for suitable dogs to enjoy off-lead exercise.
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Personal pet care · Inverness & the Highlands
Trusted care.
Highland adventures.
Dog walking, in-home pet sitting and home visits, personally delivered by Carly. From Mary's Meadow to care at home, every service is built around your pet and their routine.
Fully insuredCanine first-aid trainedFounder-led care
A warm welcome
A little more personal.
Mary Pawpins is an Inverness pet-care business founded and run by Carly. With a regular walking client list of over 30, the focus is on building familiar relationships and providing care that fits around each animal, rather than a one-size-fits-all service.
From group walks in the countryside to keeping pets comfortable at home while their owners are away, the aim is simple: reliable care, good communication, and animals who are happy to see Carly arrive.
Meet CarlyWhat I do
Care for every kind of day.
Pet Sitting
Personal in-home care for dogs and other pets while their owners are away. Familiar surroundings, established routines and clear communication make it easier for animals to remain settled.
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Home Visits
Feeding, companionship, play, toileting and routine care for cats, puppies, senior dogs and other small domestic animals in their own homes.
Explore Home VisitsThe signature setting
Mary's Meadow.
Set beneath Culloden Viaduct, Mary's Meadow is a 4.6-acre private field and the signature setting for many Mary Pawpins walks. There is room to run, explore and enjoy the countryside, with groups chosen to suit the dogs involved.
Other fully fenced fields are used occasionally for a change of scenery, and selected smaller groups may enjoy forest trails where appropriate.
Discover Our Walks
Fully fenced
Secure space for suitable dogs, with individual assessment for every new face.
Considered groups
Dogs matched on temperament, energy and play style, never filled to capacity.
Mon · Tue · Fri
Regular walking days, with other fenced fields and forest trails for variety.
The difference
The details matter.
One familiar face
Every booking is personally cared for by Carly, from introductions to ongoing walks and overnight stays.
Considered group matching
Dogs are introduced and grouped with attention to temperament, energy and compatibility.
Space to enjoy
Mary's Meadow and other carefully chosen locations provide varied outdoor experiences suited to the dogs in each group.
Care beyond the walk
Home visits and in-home sitting mean you can rely on one familiar person for more of your pet-care needs.
How it works
Getting started.
A calm, unhurried process. No instant bookings, no pressure.
01
Enquire
Tell Carly a little about your pet, the service you are looking for and the dates or regular days you need.
02
Have a chat
Carly will discuss availability, routines, temperament and any important care requirements.
03
Meet & greet
A free, relaxed introduction gives everyone the opportunity to get acquainted and discuss the practical details.
04
Confirm your booking
Once the service is agreed, Carly will confirm the arrangements, relevant information and next steps.
Kind words
In their own words.
We were so grateful we had Carly to dog sit Skye for 9 nights while we were away on holiday. She is so reliable, caring and has a real passion and understanding of dogs. I received daily photo and video updates of their adventures together. I couldn't recommend Carly enough.
Alison Y, Inverness
Skye's Mum · Google review
Carly is just a total treasure. She looked after our two cats whilst we were on holiday, one of whom is elderly and needs a bit of extra TLC. We came back to two very happy, healthy cats. They obviously adored her.
Yvonne N, Inverness
Bruno & Boris' Mum · Google review
Anyone who knows our pug Alfie knows he's a stubborn wee pug and very picky about people... but Carly had him figured out instantly. Off-lead, confident, tail going, absolutely living his best life, and he came home buzzing, which tells you everything.
Richard D, Inverness
Alfie's Dad · Facebook review
Around & about
A little look at life around here.
Looking for someone you can trust?
Whether you are looking for a regular walking place or planning time away, tell Carly a little about your pet and what you need.
Regular walking enquiries welcome for Monday, Tuesday and Friday. In-home sitting and other care are subject to availability.
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