Deb K.
Collinsville, IL
RETIRED PROFESSIONAL LOVES DOGS
Pet care experience
PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE MAKING AN INQUIRY. THANK YOU! Serene setting on 1.8 acres partially fenced with a courtyard that is entirely fenced at the end of a dead end road. I will be with your pet almost 24/7 and YOUR pet (s) will be the ONLY pets on my property unless there are extenuating circumstances such as overlap on drop off and pickup. Your dog will have a very good time here and gets lots of exercise if they are active, if not they will have peace and rest enjoying many wildlife sounds and scents. When your pet stays with me I will cherish them as if they are my own. Your pet will thoroughly enjoy their "break" while your on yours. Many clients have commented no other pet sitter offers what I do; someone who is with your pet on a truly a peaceful, safe, large property. I have no pets, kids, don't smoke, drink and try to live in as much of a chemical free environment as possible. Lawn is NOT chemically treated. ANY HEAVY SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES, SPECIFICALLY LAUNDRY DETERGENTS SUCH AS GAIN. TIDE OR ANY OTHER AFFECT MY AIRWAYS SEVERELY. THIS IMPACTS ME IF YOU WASH YOUR DOGS BEDDING, ETC, AND BRING TO MY HOME. SHOULD YOU USE THESE PRODUCTS AS OPPOSED TO "FRAGRANCE FREE', PLEASE SEARCH FOR ACCOMMODATION ELSEWHERE. Curriculum Vitae in pharma and briefly owned a holistic pet food store. I’m also a veteran (Air Force) where I served in Public Affairs. Should an emergency arise, there is a veterinary emergency clinic one mile from my home.
Reviews
Deb was great! She loved our pup more than we could have asked for.
Deb did an amazing job boarding our two high-energy Aussies for four days. This was their first time away from home, and they can be a handful. But we needn't have worried. They absolutely LOVED staying with Deb. She cares for dogs as if they are her own family. We can't thank her enough.
Deb took great care of Chevy! She made sure he got the attention and exercise he needed to have a fantastic and happy stay while I was out of town. The photo updates showed just how much fun he was having!
Deb was the greatest, she sent us videos and pictures each day, can't say enough great things. Would definitely use her again for future vacations
About Deb K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
A meet and greet is required for all new potential clients that will stay overnight or for doggie day. Please keep this appointment as I receive many requests for services and preference is given to those on a first come, first served basis. Meet and greet waived for a one day, one time board for out of town owners coming into the area for a visit as long as they are aware of my laundry detergent issues and comply. My 1.8 acre property is somewhat secluded. Some areas partially fenced, some completely fenced. Property purchased over 23 years ago when I had a VERY active Aussie. Other pets I've owned, two border collie mixes, one dachshund mix, beagle basset hound mix. Illnesses my pets have had; Diabetes, Cushings, Dementia, ACL tears. One of my boarder collie mix rescues lived to 19.5 years!
Home
Information Deb K. would like to know about your pet
Any behavioral or medical issues. It's important for me to know everything about your pet (the good, the bad and the ugly) to make sure I can properly take care of them and there are no surprises. Thank you!
A typical day
Lots of walking and running on my property or the wooded, sparsely populated dead end street behind my property. We are outside most of the day, weather permitting. Your pet will enjoy balls, playing "tug" or observing wildlife from courtyard area. Lots of wildlife; raccoon, deer, squirrels, opossum...for olfactory, visual and physical stimulation. If your pet obeys commands and can be trusted to stay on my 1.8 acre property they will get HOURS of activity and be physically exhausted upon your return!
Services
Deb can host
Availability
Retired and outside on my large property daily. Your pet will get alot of care, love and exercise at my home. Extremely knowledgeable of disease states and any special needs your pet may need, standard medical model and holistic. I will be home with your pet almost 24/7. Daily videos/updates will be texted or emailed to owners, should they prefer. Should an emergency arise with your pet after hours, there is an emergency vet clinic one mile from my home. The entire concept and the reason I do this, is so you as a pet owner have complete confidence your pet is being extremely well cared for and that your dog enjoys their time with me while you are away enjoying your time "off". I clearly remember the anxiety I felt when I traveled for business or pleasure. Finding a trusted, competent sitter was very difficult. I want to remove this anxiety for you.
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About Deb K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
A meet and greet is required for all new potential clients that will stay overnight or for doggie day. Please keep this appointment as I receive many requests for services and preference is given to those on a first come, first served basis. Meet and greet waived for a one day, one time board for out of town owners coming into the area for a visit as long as they are aware of my laundry detergent issues and comply. My 1.8 acre property is somewhat secluded. Some areas partially fenced, some completely fenced. Property purchased over 23 years ago when I had a VERY active Aussie. Other pets I've owned, two border collie mixes, one dachshund mix, beagle basset hound mix. Illnesses my pets have had; Diabetes, Cushings, Dementia, ACL tears. One of my boarder collie mix rescues lived to 19.5 years!
Home
Information Deb K. would like to know about your pet
Any behavioral or medical issues. It's important for me to know everything about your pet (the good, the bad and the ugly) to make sure I can properly take care of them and there are no surprises. Thank you!
A typical day
Lots of walking and running on my property or the wooded, sparsely populated dead end street behind my property. We are outside most of the day, weather permitting. Your pet will enjoy balls, playing "tug" or observing wildlife from courtyard area. Lots of wildlife; raccoon, deer, squirrels, opossum...for olfactory, visual and physical stimulation. If your pet obeys commands and can be trusted to stay on my 1.8 acre property they will get HOURS of activity and be physically exhausted upon your return!
Location
Collinsville, IL
Deb K.
Collinsville, IL