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Kathy O.

Salisbury, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews
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40 years experience. Two fence yard

Pet care experience

Hello. I offered discounts for multiple dogs and stays for six nights or longer. My name is Kathy and I have been a self-employed dog groomer for over 40 years. In my first year of grooming I keyed in on why some dogs are scared or timid. I have professional experience working with dogs in various capacities, including training, grooming, and boarding. I have a strong grasp of canine behavior and I understand the way dogs think. This allows me to manage dogs of various temperaments, including reactive and dogs. More and more people are calling me the dog whisperer when they are amazed at the videos of their pets. I usually send videos rather than photos. My skills help to alleviate separation anxiety and social skills become improved. it comes easy to me. Discounts are given to two or more pets and for stays longer than 6 days :-) My clients have been very pleased and the difference they see in their dogs when you going for a grooming session with me, as well as staying in my home. I have always said I love my job and I still do to this day. I started helping clients out when they went away watching their pets in my home. I love pet sitting. I recently put fake turf in my two dog yards which the dogs love. Photos upon request. People say I have a dog fantasyland. I work from home so spending time with the dogs is available throughout the day. Some dogs love to be with me while I am working where I also have a fenced yard off my grooming shop. $ I am able to offer discounts for multiple pets and for stays longer than 5 days. I have 2 fenced yards. Play time and potty breaks many times throughout the day. Some dogs love to be down stairs in my shop while I work and I have a fenced yard off my grooming shop.

Reviews

Meghan M.
Dog Boarding • Apr 29, 2024
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Kathy did a great job with our dog. Her communication was great and she sent us videos of our dog playing or getting pets during her stay. I would recommend Kathy and will plan on booking her again when we are in need of dog sitting.

Dean P.
Dog Boarding • Apr 29, 2024
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Kathy was absolutely fantastic. Her and her husband do a great job of taking care of the dogs. Communication was great, we got videos every day. Sparky seemed extremely happy.

Christina C.
Dog Boarding • Apr 27, 2024
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Our first experience with our senior dog and this was a great option for her. Kathy was caring and kept in contact while we were away including video updates.

debbie o.
Dog Boarding • Apr 27, 2024
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Kathy was beyond excellent. from our 'meet and greet' onward, she was a real dog caregiver! She sent me nearly daily videos of my Tinkerbell playing with the other dogs and let me know daily hiw she was faring. she also followed the strict feeding schedule my delicate maltipoo requires and introduced her to the guest "pack" very gently, esnuring a superb integration from the start. Kathy knows her dog stuff and is a real pro! Tinks didnt want to leave her new best friends and was so loved and cuddled, she had more fun on vacation than we did! Would undoubtedly use hger again and frankly feel very fortunate that she chose us and allowed Tinks to join in the fun! Beyong the ordinary!!

About Kathy O.

Communication

54 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have two securely fenced in yards that I have put down AstroTurf so no dirty dogs :-) The dog stay in my home. I have several dog beds and several chairs that the dogs just love. Dogs are never created unless you ask me to. Where I work from home I am able to give them potty breaks and attention throughout the work day. And nice weather we are outside frequently. I have raised dog beds for the outside a pool and mini toys to keep them busy.

Home

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

Information Kathy O. would like to know about your pet

Any health issues that need my attention. Physical ailments. Type of exercise your pet may need. I cater to may situations for your pet. How your dog typically gets along with others.

A typical day

I take the pets outside every 1-3 hours. Play time frequently. On rainy days we run thru the house Playfully.. We play ball with those who love it.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$30per day

Kathy can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Kathy can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work from home grooming dogs so I am here with them throughout the day. The dogs never feel alone here. I love my job :-). I offer discounts on frequent stays, multiple pets and long stays.

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About Kathy O.

Communication

54 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have two securely fenced in yards that I have put down AstroTurf so no dirty dogs :-) The dog stay in my home. I have several dog beds and several chairs that the dogs just love. Dogs are never created unless you ask me to. Where I work from home I am able to give them potty breaks and attention throughout the work day. And nice weather we are outside frequently. I have raised dog beds for the outside a pool and mini toys to keep them busy.

Home

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

Information Kathy O. would like to know about your pet

Any health issues that need my attention. Physical ailments. Type of exercise your pet may need. I cater to may situations for your pet. How your dog typically gets along with others.

A typical day

I take the pets outside every 1-3 hours. Play time frequently. On rainy days we run thru the house Playfully.. We play ball with those who love it.

Location

Salisbury, MA

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Kathy O.

Salisbury, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
96 reviews