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Betty L.

Forest Glen, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Cat and dog mom with a fenced yard!

Pet care experience

Your pets will get lots of love at my home! I have 2 dogs and 2 cats. Maya, a lab mix from PAWS, loves other dogs and is especially happy when her friends come over to play! Woody is a mystery mutt "foster fail" from One Tail at a Time. As a teacher, I am available on most of the major holidays and all summer. During the summer, I would be able to take care of your dog longer than a week. I am also available to watch your cat(s)- I have a 3 bedroom home and there is plenty of space to keep them separated and comfortable with a queen sized bed and living room all to themselves. If you prefer that your dog sleeps in his or her own room, I have the space! I am very flexible with what services and treatment you'd like for your pet (e.g., separate space in the home, walks either with my dog or without, types and amount of exercise, etc...). You know your pets better than anyone else and I know how hard it can be to leave them for a few nights. I will work with you to make sure your pets feel as loved and comfortable as they do when they’re at home with you! Since I have cats, I only accept dogs who either live with cats or who have been around them in a significant manner. My pets' safety comes first and when your pets stay with me, their safety is also #1!

Reviews

Jon S.
Dog Boarding • Jan 02, 2020
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Betty was more than you can even hope for in a dog sitter. She showed a genuine care and connection with our dog from the initial visit and she (& her dog Maya) went well above any beyond in providing exercise, companionship, and love to our dog during her stay with them. She sent us photos and videos each day, always responded very promptly in all of our communications, and reached out to ask specific questions that came up during the week. We had no worries at all during our trip and felt that our dog was truly part of her family while we were away. We would choose Betty again in an instant for any future needs and give her our most enthusiastic recommendation!

Cherise B.
Dog Boarding • Oct 19, 2019
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We have used Betty to watch our 10-year-old lab Duke twice and she was excellent! She sends great photos and is very responsive. She even took our old guy to swim for the first time! We couldn't have been happier with how Duke was cared for. When we arrived for our second stay, Duke ran to Betty's dog Maya like she was an old friend. She keeps the dogs active and has a nice space designated just for them. I wouldn't hesitate to use her again!

Mary Z.
Dog Boarding • Aug 09, 2019
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We had a wonderful experience with Betty (and Maya) and can not wait to book her for our next trip! She is knowledgeable and caring and provided lots of opportunities for movement and play for our pup. Thanks Betty!

Jennifer U.
Dog Boarding • Jun 24, 2019
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Betty is awesome! She was able to watch our dog Rusty on short notice while we were out of town. She was very easy to communicate with and sent us the cutest pictures during Rusty’s stay. He seemed to enjoy his time with Betty very much and we wouldn’t hesitate to book her again!

About Betty L.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
84% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dogs will be treated like family! They are allowed on the furniture if you're comfortable with that. I will give your pup full attention on walks and will walk them solo (I'll walk my dogs separately) unless my partner is with me when we can all go together. It's totally up to you and what you're comfortable with! I take them to the dog park most weekends but avoid the park during peak hours.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Betty L. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your dog is good with other dogs, good with cats, and if your dog has any experience being around kids. I only watch dogs who live with or have boarded with cats. I’d also like to make sure your dog is vaccinated for rabies, distemper, and parvo (my dogs are also vaccinated for influenza). I would also like to know if your dog needs a crate and if there are any bathroom issues. I have no breed preferences- I love all dogs!

A typical day

I live near the North Branch Trail and the forest preserve in Edgebrook. I walk and run on the trail everyday and your dog can enjoy long walks at least twice a day. I’m a marathon runner and would love to take your dog on a run! I also have a good sized yard that is the perfect setting for some epic fetch games.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Betty can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

Much of my day revolves around my "kids," my pets. The dogs get a good walk in the morning before work, after work, and again after dinner. I log my miles with them and we walk at least a couple of miles each day. Both of my dogs run up to 4-5 miles at a time with a rest day after a longer run. I take them to the dog park most weekends but avoid the park during peak hours.

About Betty L.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
84% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dogs will be treated like family! They are allowed on the furniture if you're comfortable with that. I will give your pup full attention on walks and will walk them solo (I'll walk my dogs separately) unless my partner is with me when we can all go together. It's totally up to you and what you're comfortable with! I take them to the dog park most weekends but avoid the park during peak hours.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Betty L. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if your dog is good with other dogs, good with cats, and if your dog has any experience being around kids. I only watch dogs who live with or have boarded with cats. I’d also like to make sure your dog is vaccinated for rabies, distemper, and parvo (my dogs are also vaccinated for influenza). I would also like to know if your dog needs a crate and if there are any bathroom issues. I have no breed preferences- I love all dogs!

A typical day

I live near the North Branch Trail and the forest preserve in Edgebrook. I walk and run on the trail everyday and your dog can enjoy long walks at least twice a day. I’m a marathon runner and would love to take your dog on a run! I also have a good sized yard that is the perfect setting for some epic fetch games.

Location

Chicago, IL

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Betty L.

Forest Glen, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews