Kathleen L.
Seminary Hill, VA
Bomb Dog Handler/Trainer,Vet. Tech.
Pet care experience
I am an experienced animal care taker and trainer. I have worked as a veterinary technician, trained guide dogs for people who are blind, trained marine mammals, and now work as a bomb dog handler for a private security company. Due to my background, I have the experience to give subcutaneous injections (for example insulin), administer oral medications in a reduced-stress manner for the dog, train new behaviors or maintain current ones, and exercise and mentally stimulate dogs properly to maintain daily health. I have a passion for animal care, which is why I made it my profession, and my happy place is sitting in the grass with a dog on my lap. I have experience working with dogs of all shape and demeanor, from a six-pound Chihuahua through Labradors, German Shepherd, and Pitbulls to 200-pound Great Danes. Finally, I do not currently have a dog of my own so your dog would have my undivided attention.
Reviews
I have had the pleasure of having Kathleen watch my dogs on several occasions. She is amazing to watch as she interacts with the dogs - she keeps their attention, can teach them new commands very quickly, and you can see her eyes light up to play with them. Additionally, since she worked in a vet office she was able to remove a tick from one of my dogs and identify when one of my dogs had a parasite we needed to take care of. She was kind enough to bring my dog to the vet and take care of administering the medications while I was away. Additionally, she is a very kind and thoughtful young woman. Every time she stays at my house I notice she has done something to help me tidy up or clean - she has done some dishes, washed the linens she used before I returned, and even vacuumed once. Even with all that on her plate, she still manages to send me updates and pictures regularly throughout my trips. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for the best care for their dogs. She is professional, talented, and I don't trust anyone else with my dogs.
About Kathleen L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow your lead to make sure the care I provide for your pet(s) is the care you are looking for. I'm happy to accommodate just about anything, and it's important to me that your pet(s) is comfortable and happy while under my care.
Home
Information Kathleen L. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know any quirks or special requests necessary for caring for your pet(s). Are they dog friendly? House broken? Accustomed to constant companionship or comfortable with being home alone during work hours?
A typical day
My apartment is on the ground level of a small, two-story building and is surrounded by large greens perfect for bath rooming, playing, and exercising. I also live near both Duke Street Dog Park and Shirlington Dog Park and frequent those to enrich and exercise my own dog.
Services
Kathleen can host
Kathleen can watch in your home
Availability
Animals are the priority in my life. If entrusted with your pet(s), I will ensure their needs are not only met, but exceeded. I have both on-site and work-from-home capabilities so I can cater my care to what works best for you and your pet(s).
About Kathleen L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow your lead to make sure the care I provide for your pet(s) is the care you are looking for. I'm happy to accommodate just about anything, and it's important to me that your pet(s) is comfortable and happy while under my care.
Home
Information Kathleen L. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know any quirks or special requests necessary for caring for your pet(s). Are they dog friendly? House broken? Accustomed to constant companionship or comfortable with being home alone during work hours?
A typical day
My apartment is on the ground level of a small, two-story building and is surrounded by large greens perfect for bath rooming, playing, and exercising. I also live near both Duke Street Dog Park and Shirlington Dog Park and frequent those to enrich and exercise my own dog.
Location
Alexandria, VA
Pets
Kathleen L.
Seminary Hill, VA