FEEDBACK FROM 2009 & 2010
Many thanks to our wee visitors' owners that have taken the time to leave feedback for us in 2009 & 2010.I do have additional feedback to put onto the website which I will do as soon as I have time, however it is available to read when you come to view, so if you would like to see it , then please feel free to ask. Hopefully the feedback from previous visitors will be of some help to anyone who is thinking of bringing their pets to us. I have now discovered that I can get owners to leave a review for us on our Facebook page, so if you would like to read the comments left there, then please log on to:
www.facebook.com/essexguineapigs
and click on the reviews tab on the left hand side of the page.There are now fourteen additional reviews there, & very kindly, all of our customers have rated us with five stars. So thank you very much, & we look forward to seeing you all again soon
Nikki
(page updated 8th November 2011)
![]() Coffee, Cream & Sugar who's next door neighbour has just booked his summer 2010 stay with us and the piggies are coming back in May and September 2010 - all the way from Bow !! | Hi Nikki - thank you very much for looking after Coffee, Cream and Sugar. They all had a fantastic time staying with you. Also, thank you for letting me know about the melon, I gave them some today and they ate it all up quite quickly. My next door neighbour has a rabbit and I have definitely spoke highly of you and think they may consider your services for when they next go on holiday. You have a very beautiful garden in which they can have some quality playtime in and I think the price was very reasonable. Thankyou again Nikki for taking such good care of my precious babies, I will defo be back when I go away again Emma |
![]() Alap - taken on his first of two visits in 2009 We were very sad to learn that Alap passed away in Nov 2009 - he really was a lovely boy! |
I would just like to say an extra big thank you for the excellent care you took of my rabbit "Alap". You gave me every reassurance that he would be lovingly cared for and I was able to enjoy my holiday with peace of mind that he was enjoying his holiday too! I will definitely be in touch again when I next go away on holiday. Thank you very much Kate |
![]() Loppy - she's booked her 2010 summer holiday with us in August |
WOW!!!! We think Loppy, our rabbit, had better accommodation on holiday than we did!!!! Will definitely be coming back, thanks Julie |
![]() ![]() We were very sad to hear that Snowy passed away just four days before she was due to come back for her summer 2010 holiday. She really was a lovely girl. |
Many thanks for looking after Twitchy and Snowy. I turned up unexpected to your house as I thought I would get a true sight on how clean your hutches were. I was happy to find that they were very clean with no smell at all. I was very happy to leave my little girl piggies with you and went on holiday without any worry. I will have no worry on leaving them with you in the future. Thank you for cutting their nails, I don't know how to do this so it's a great service Many thanks again the Sargeant Family
left : Twitchy (above) & Snowy who have just booked their summer 2010 holiday with us |
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Hey, thank you so much for looking after Roly-Poly and Muffin while we were away. They're settled back home now and seeming lovely and relaxed after their holiday with you. The pictures of them look lovely as well, as do all the other pictures of the piggies, rabbits and turtles. xx Melissa
Roly-Poly (top) & Muffin. These photos were taken on their second of three visits to us in 2009, and they were back again in January 2010 and have also booked again for July 2010 Very sadly Muffin passed away at the end of 2010, so Roly Poly now brings her new friend Chesney when she comes to stay |
![]() Tech - taken on first of four visits in 2009! He's been back again four times so far in 2010 |
What a "little" gem I have found here! I say little as Nikki & family run their holiday home for small animals in their garden, with everything catered for, large pens for the day & lock up shed for the night, plenty of space! All the more special for me is that they are caring. Assured, I can go away in the knowledge that Tec my tortoise is in safe hands. Thoroughly recommended Thankyou Nikki and family Christine |
![]() Lola & Monty - their owners moved abroad which means we won't see them again unfortunately - they were lovely |
Lola and Monty were well cared for & loved, they came home very content and well groomed. Thanks to Nikki for looking after them so well & for easing our worries and concerns. Highly recommend :-) Kirsty
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![]() ![]() Georgie the budgie & Hammond the hamster |
Very welcoming and accommodating, friendly people. Animals were well looked after and happy. I would definitely use N & J Guinea Pig Holidays again Samantha
Samantha brought Georgie the budgie, Hammond the hamster and two stick insects to stay. (The stick insects were shy, so I didn't manage to get their picture, but they were called Holly & Ivy - and, no - I couldn't tell which was which!!) |
![]() Red - she's booked again for September 2010 We were very sad to hear that Red passed away in Nov 2011 - a very special bunny who will be missed greatly | Thanks Nikki for looking after our bunny Red.She seemed to have a really good holiday with you, relaxing under your sofa, I'm surprised she wanted to come home!! But she did and she came home happy and healthy. She def got all the fuss and attention she needed and was very well cared for. Thanks for keeping us up to date with her holiday, it was very much appreciated, as we did worry she may not have settled in, but I need not have worried, as she was spoiled rotten!!! Thanks again, we have saved your address in our SAT NAV, and Red will def be coming to stay with you in the future! Best wishes Angelina |
![]() Dylan who was back again in July 2010 And brought his new friend Muffin with him | Thank you Nikki for taking such good care of Dylan while we were away. It was great being able to go and leave him knowing that he was in a kind caring environment. You obviously love looking after your guests and have thought of everything possible to keep them happy. I'll certainly recommend you to all my small furry-owning friends, as long as they are not going on their hols at the same time as us next year. Diane |
![]() Biscuit - who has now been to stay twice and has already been back twice in 2010 and booked in again in September 2010 | Highly recommended to anyone who is going on holiday, and wants to send their pet on holiday too. Biscuit was out in a run all day every day while we were away, he had so much exercise. The hutches where the pets stay, are all very spacious and clean, and the runs are all massive. Nikki also kept me updated by text on how Biscuit was getting on while we were away, and I even got a picture message which was really nice. A big thank you for having Biscuit, he really did enjoy himself. Since having him home, we have been able to pick him up more, and he doesn't seem so afraid of us as much as he used to which is great. Must have been all the attention you gave him while we were away. Thanks again, will definitely use you again soon, and will be looking forward to it Kelly |
![]() Rosie in her hutch. Unfortunately we were fully booked when Rosie wanted to come back in June 2010 but hope to see her again soon |
After meeting Nikki, we went on holiday knowing that our rabbit, Rosie,would be well looked after. Rosie was kept safe & warm, had a chance to go in the run in the garden and had plenty of cuddles. Thank you for providing a place where we know our rabbit will be safe & cared for Jo |
![]() Baby piggies Buster & Tonka. Tonka has been back already while recovering from a broken leg, and both will be back in July & December 2010 with their new piggy friends Chutney & Gizmo | Dear Nikki, Thank you so much for having Tonka & Buster, they had so much fun and we were amazed they settled in so well. I'm sure they're looking forward to coming back love form Sam, Ben, Tonka & Buster (March 2010) |
Fudge & Molly Mars who were back again in July & September 2010. They stayed in a standard hutch in March as our deluxe hutches weren't delivered until April 2010. | Dear Nikki, Thank you for looking after us and giving us lots of lovely things to eat and play with. give our love to the piggies Fudge & Molly Mars (March 2010)
Very sadly Molly Mars passed away in 2011, and I know she will be missed. She was lovely But Fudge has been back several times this year with his new friends Sugar the bunny & Roxy the tortoise |
Cinnamon & Chocolate in their hutch. Unfortunately we were fully booked when they wanted to come back this year |
Thank you very much for looking after Cinnamon & Chocolate. I'm sure they enjoyed themselves very much!! And they will be looking forward to coming again soon Tasha (March 2010) |
![]() Bobby tucking into his favourite spring greens & parsley - we were very sad to hear that he has lost one of his legs since he came to stay, but happy that he is doing well. Unfortunately we were fully booked when he wanted to come back in summer 2010 but hope he'll be back soon |
Nikki, Thank you so much for looking after Bobby. He really enjoyed his two week stay, especially meeting all the other bunnies! He looked really happy and was so well looked after. He loved all his treats and fusses. Bobby definately wants to come back again! :o)) Karen (March 2010) |
![]() Biscuit loves his late night bedtime cuddles - so much so that he's coming back in Sept 2010 |
Hi Nikki, I have just seen the photos of Biscuit on Facebook. he looks really happy while he's on his holiday. Thank you for having him. Kelly (May 2010) |
![]() Babies Millie & Mandy who we fell in love with! |
My baby guinea pigs, Millie and Mandy, returned home healthy, happy and bigger! Thank you so much for taking such good care of them, I can see they've been made a fuss of. Your Facebook page and the photos are great, kept me up to date with how they were getting on. Thanks again! Deborah (May 2010) |
![]() Mabel & Elsie are lovely girls and definitely win the prize for digging the deepest hole ....so far!! They are very regular visitors now already booked in for their 2011 holidays with us & it'll be great to see them again | The girls loved their time on holiday with you and would love to come again. A real home from home. In fact I think they might be a bit disappointed to come back to their real home! Jackie (May 2010) |
![]() Pip & Squeak - they were very shy but very interested in the lady piggies!! They're back again in Oct 2010. They also pop in regularly for piggy pedicures! | "*****" Thank you so much for our wonderful holiday stay. We had brilliant fun, the accommodation was five star & we enjoyed the company & cuisine. We are looking forward to coming back for our next visit & would recommend this as a great place to stay. Love from Pip & Squeak xxx (June 2010) |
![]() Daisy on the second of four visits to us in 2010. She is an absolutely beautiful, tiny wee bunny. She came back in the summer & September 2010 & has booked three holidays in 2011 | Just want to thank you for looking after Daisy so well. it is so reassuring to know that she is in such good hands whilst we are away and is being looked after and spoilt rotten. it was great to see her on Facebook as we do miss her when we are away but judging by the photos and blog we know she is thoroughly enjoying herself. Many thanks Nikki Kind regards Janice & Norman Howard (June 2010) |
![]() | Our bunnies Rose & Bud have just arrived home from a wonderful two weeks at N and J Guinea Pig Holidays. They have been looked after so well I did not think they would want to come home .... The updates and photos on Facebook were great and the kids loved hearing about them whilst they were away (and me...) I would highly recommend it to anyone wishing to have their bunnies / guinea pigs etc looked after. I have already booked them in for August Thank you so much Karen Barlow (June 2010) |
Rose (on the log) & Bud taken June 2010. It was great to have them back again in August 2010 ![]() The very cute georgina! We were very pleased to be have her back again in August 2010 |
We wanted to thank you so much for looking after Georgina, she had a lovely time and can't wait to come back and see you all again soon! The Facebook page is such a good idea and although we couldn't view on our holiday it was lovely to catch up with what she had been up to when we landed. Thank you once again and best wishes Samantha, Matthew & Georgina (June 2010) |
Joey - taken on his second of four visits to us in 2010. He now knows my husband's car & starts squawking madly when he hears it - how funny! |
Joey the cockatiel enjoyed his holiday very much. He will be going back for his third visit this year. We have every confidence in Nikki and her family and only wish they took cats and dogs as well Lesley (July 2010)
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Dylan (left) & new friend Muffin. They had been introduced to each other just before they came to stay & love each other to bits | Hey Nikki, thanks again for looking after Dylan & Muffin so well. In fact Dylan sems to be sulking as he is missing being able to dig in the bark! They are a lot more together now & do not leave each others side. Regards The Ford Family July 2010
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Fudge (left) & Molly lovely bunnies who are regular visitors & now bring their friend Roxy the tortoise. They're back again in October 2010 Biscuits is a wee star! He's very friendly & loves other bunnies. He's already booked in for Christmas 2010 & August 2011 & we can't wait to see him again |
Thanks so much for taking care of Fudge & Molly whilst we were away, it gives great peace of mind to know that they are with you & we don't have to worry about them. See you again next month Thanks again Joy & Bob
Well, what can I say! It was Biscuits' first time on a holiday & Nikki did the job perfectly of introducing him to other bunnies such as Angel, Dylan, Muffin, Archie & some of the piggies! Daily updates were given on Biscuits & we knew how he was getting on via Facebook, with precise detail & even photos - we knew he was having a better time than us! They were given spacious hutches, treats, fresh food & clean water. I don't know how you fit it all in! Thank you so much again Nikki, we will see you again in December - I know Biscuits can't wait! Serena, Kiran & Thandi Family August 2010 We were so sad to hear that Biscuits passed away very suddenly in October 2011 - such a special boy who had already booked his 2012 holiday. He was only two. We will miss having him.
Muffin & Roly-Poly had a great holiday staying with you & have now settled back in at home. Love the pictures & comments on Facebook. The girls are looking forward to their next visit! Thanks again Sheena XX August 2010 |
Regular visitors Muffin & Roly-Poly. Lovely wee piggies!
They're back again in October 2010
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Many thanks for taking great care of our bunny Angel, guinea pig Ash and Waly, the hamster. We checked them out on your FAcebook page which was a great idea, to see how they were getting on along with your comments. As Angel had a tooth & tummy problem it was assuring to know that she was well cared for & a visit to the vets much needed. The texts and calls to update us were very much appreciated. Once again many thanks for all the time & effort you showed for our pets. We will see you again next holiday Geoff August 2010 Sadly Ash & Angel both passed away at the beginning of 2011 - they were both so sweet - but their owners brought their new piggies Sooty & Sweep to stay in July & August 2011 as well as Wally the hamster
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Angel the bunny (above), Wally the hamster & Ash the guinea pig have already booked their summer 2011 holiday with us & we're really looking forward to their visit
Fluffy is already booked in for his summer 2011 holiday. He became a real part of the family, so it'll be great to have him back again |
Thank you very much for looking after my much loved bunny Fluffy. You have a wonderful garden & big runs for the bunnies. All the animals are looked after & loved very much by you & your family. My bunny has never been away before so I was a bit worried, but not for long. You text me & I could look on FAcebook to see photos of him enjoying himself. I couldn't pick him up before, but now I can thanks to you & it's nice to give him a much deserved cuddle. Thanks again & thanks to Emma my next door neighbour the owner of Coffee, Cream & Sugar who told me about you. I will definitely be bringing Fluffy back for his next holiday with you. Anne August 2010
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Flash Gordon & Bedrock will be back in September, October & November 2010 & it'll be great to see them again - they are real wee characters |
Thank you so much for looking after our tortoises Flash Gordon & Bedrock. It was nice to know they were being well looked after whilst we were away. They are already booked in for another three visits this year! Victoria Green August 2010
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Daisy is the cutest wee thing & has been to stay four times in 2010. We're looking forward to seeing her again soon | Hi Nikki, thanks again for taking such good care of Daisy. Knowing she is "living in luxury" & having such a good time gives us peace of mind & enables us to enjoy our holiday. Many thanks Kind regards Janice & Norm September 2010
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![]() Mickey was fabulous & kept my husband entertained for hours with both of them whistling at each other! He was back again in 2011 |
Our pet conure "Mickey" stayed here for two & a half weeks & loved t. It is obvious that he has had lots of attention. He has come back really playful & full of new whistles & is in great condition. The cost of boarding was reasonable, all correspondence was dealt with promptly & the owners were very nice also. We will be asking to board Mickey here, whenever we go on our travels Paul September 2010
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Gorgeous twin piggy sisters Ginger (left) & Treacle. At six & a half they're our oldest piggy visitors so far & SO tame & freindly. We can't wait to have them back Very sadly both Ginger & Treacle passed away within weeks of each other at the beginning of 2011 - very special little ladies | Dear Nikki, Thankyou for looking after out darling guinea pigs Ginger & Treacle so well on their 1st visit to you. Your wonderful care, attention & thoughtfulness go way above anything we could've hoped for. Our very, very special thanks for all your concern & kind consideration for poor Ginger, having a last minute hormone problem and losing her hair. Giving her calpol & puting on her cream ... we couldn't have looked after her any better ourselves. It is such a relief to be able to go on holiday & know that they are being cared for. It was especially great to be able to see their photos on Facebook & hear all the news about what they have been doing. It's a fantastic idea & I don't know how you do it all Nikki. But once again we say a big THANK YOU & look forward to their next visit with you. Again all our thanks Jill & Family September 2010 |
Cocoa & Scruffles - very cute baby piggies who had a ball staying with us. This photo was taken in September 2010 on their 1st stay with us, & they are back again in October 2010 | Thank you so much for the excellent care you gave to Cocoa & Scruffles. It was their first stay with you & they were very happy. It seemed a shame to put them back in their cage after the lovely pen with all the toys & choice of houses to sleep in. But they have settled home nicely. We especially loved the Facebook updatse & photos which meant we knew how they were & even what they had to eat. We have already recommended you & we are sure Cocoa & Scruffles would too. We wouldn't leave them anywhere else. Thank you again & we are sure to see you again soon Claire & Hayley-May September 2010 |
Pixel & Chip tucking into their veggies. They hadn't been outside until they came on holiday with us & loved it out in the garden - especially chatting up girls Coffee, Cream & Sugar in the run next to them! | Just wanted to say a huge thank you for looking after our piggies Pixel & Chip. This was the 1st time I haven't worried about them when we've been away as I knew you would take excellent care of them & that you have the experience & knowledge to make sure that all your animal guests are happy & safe :o). We loved checking on Facebook every night to see what they had been up to & it was really nice to see the photos of them enjoying their stay (& the photos of all the friends they've made) Once the weather is suitable we'll certainly be buying a run & letting them have a scoot about in the garden. Chip might be a bit disappointed that there are no lady piggies for him to flirt with though! Will also be giving them some sprouts :o). They are now both fast asleep at home all relaxed after their holiday. They will surely be returning to you for another holiday when we next go on one, I wouldn't want them to go anywhere else now! Many thanks (& sqeaks) from Amy, Chris, Pixel & Chip xxxx October 2010 |

















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