Tell me what your pet is used to: walks, meals, sleep, little comforts and what helps them settle. I shape daycare, boarding, walks or home visits around that rhythm, with simple WhatsApp updates while you are away.
How my house rhythm works
Small groups, familiar routines, coastal walks, garden pauses and simple photo check-ins help pets settle in and help you feel close while you are away.
Meet Ema
I run Tails & Trails from my home in Ericeira for people who want calm care, clear updates and one familiar person from the first message to the final pickup.
Before we book, I ask about the little things that shape a good day: meals, walks, sleep, confidence, medication, favourite comforts and what your pet is used to at home. If it feels like the right fit, I keep the rhythm simple, calm and easy for you to follow while you are away.
When local life gets full
Surf, work calls, travel days and new routines can make pet care hard to plan. I give your pet a steady place to land when the day gets complicated.
How I can help
I start with the basics: a calm routine, clear expectations, honest updates and enough space for your pet to be known.
A day in my Ericeira home, with walks, garden time, rest and company instead of a kennel routine.
Overnight care in my home for dogs who do better with company, familiar rhythms and a calmer pace.
A steady plan for longer trips, relocation weeks or regular support while your household finds its rhythm in Portugal.
I visit pets who are happiest staying in their own space and keeping their usual routine.
I pace walks around your dog, from quick resets to coastal routes when the day allows.
Quiet visits for cats, rabbits, reptiles, parrots and small mammals, keeping the routine as familiar as possible.
Rates & custom quotes
I don't use a one-size price list. I build each quote after I understand the routine, location, care records and support your pet needs.
How I keep care calm
Before a longer stay, I check that the routine, social comfort and space feel right. A slower start keeps the house calm and helps you know what to expect.
What owners tell me most
That is the feeling I care about most: you see your pet resting, walking, eating and being known by name, so time away feels easier.
James mentioned real peace of mind after searching for dog care he could trust.James
Ro shared that her dog settled happily and came home relaxed.Ro
Oscar called the care incredible and recommends Tails & Trails to other dog owners.Oscar
Moments from my days with pets
Before your pet joins me
Send me your dates, area, care type, pet age, usual routine, feeding notes, medication, health basics and anything your pet finds easy or difficult. A short honest picture helps me reply with the care path that actually fits.
I keep care intentionally limited and check fit before longer bookings. That gives every dog real attention, steady routines and enough space to settle without pressure.
Yes. You can speak with me in English or Portuguese, which helps if you are new to Ericeira or still finding your local routine.
A typical day might include walks, meals, garden time, rest, company and a simple WhatsApp update. The rhythm depends on your pet's age, energy, confidence and what they are used to at home.
For daycare, boarding and longer stays, I usually suggest a first assessment or slow introduction. It gives your pet time to explore and gives me time to see whether the routine feels right.
I quote around the care type, dates, location, number of pets, routine, walks, overnight needs, medication and any special notes. I confirm what feels realistic before sending a quote.
Yes. I usually send photo or video check-ins through WhatsApp, so you are not left wondering how the day is going.
Before shared-home care, I ask for relevant health details, vaccination status, medication instructions, flea or tick notes, your vet contact and anything recent that could affect the day.
Daycare and boarding work best for settled adult dogs who are comfortable sharing a calm home environment, resting between walks and meeting people politely. I check each request first and may suggest walks, visits or another care path if that would feel better for the dog.
Tell me early. Some pets do better with a short hello, a walk first, a home visit or a slower plan before daycare or boarding. I would rather shape the care gently than rush the fit.
Yes, by arrangement. Home visits can cover feeding, water, litter or habitat checks, medication where agreed, and quiet company for cats, rabbits, reptiles, birds and small mammals.
Yes. Multi-pet homes are planned around each animal's routine, feeding, walking needs, medication and the calmest way to care for everyone.
Daycare suits daytime company, boarding suits overnight stays, walks help busy local days, and home visits suit pets who settle best in their own space. Send me the situation and I can suggest the most realistic option.
