Pete W.
Westchester, IL
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Pete's Loving Dog Care
Pet care experience
I am a retired federal investigator and lawyer with over 35 years of caring for dogs including my own and those of friends. Dogs I have loved range from a Pug to a Newfy, with many kinds in between. My best friend, Jethro, an 80 lb. Coon Hound, passed away in his sleep in January 2022. At this time I have no plans to replace him, rather dedicate my self to caring for guest dogs. Depending on your dog's needs, temperament, and health, he or she will be walked every day. I can vary walks from short, to long. For your dog's safety and comfort, he or she will always be on leash when outside of my securely fenced yard. When the dog is in the back yard he or she will be constantly monitored. I do not just put a dog out and leave it unwatched. I have a large, fenced and shady back yard excellent for cool doggie lounging on warm sunny day, and doing roomies alone or with other dogs. For me dogs are God's most noble creatures, and deserve only the best and most responsible of care. For that reason, when asked for, I I require documentation of up to date vaccinations and parasite control from all of my clients. I keep guest dogs several times a month. I am generally home most of the day, and all night. I may have to go out to run errands. At times, with client's permission, I can take your pet with me in the back of my Jeep which has a dog barrier to keep your pet safe and secure. My house is dog friendly. Dogs are allowed generally free to lounge or sleep where ever they want including most of the furniture. I have a large and securely fenced back yard where your pet can lounge, run freely or play with other dogs. My fence is four feet on one side, and five feet on the other. For your pets security I do not accept dogs under about 45 lbs. I may make an exception based on my evaluation at a meet and greet. I require a meet and greet for all new client guest. Meet and greets are at a forest preserve in cook county. This is for several reasons. First I want to evaluate your pet, to determine if they will be safe and happy in my home. Also rover.com recommends, and I agree, that all fist meetings should be in a neutral place, such that any territorial issues are negated. I never leave a pet alone all day, and never ever over night. If your dog is crate trained, and sometimes requires that "my cave" feeling as some dogs do from time to time, I do have a large crate we can use with or without the door closed. I have allowed clients to bring their own crate, but only when it is of the plastic kind. I will not allow a wire crate. The crate I have is the largest available on the market.
Reviews
Pete was great with Beau! He clearly understands and has a passion for dogs. So happy to find someone we can trust.
Pete did a good job watching Cooper. He’s very detail oriented and specific with his directions throughout the booking process. However, Pete is a smoker and house smells of smoke. We were forced to throw away our dog bed after the stay and give our dog a bath immediately due to the smell of smoke post stay.
Pete took great care of our baby and provided us w/ regular updates and good communication.
I was quite satisfied with Pete watching my dog. He did send pics and notes. If I need a sitter again, I will definitley call on Pete.
About Pete W.
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Information Pete W. would like to know about your pet
I need to know your dog's, age, sex, breed, weight, and temperament. Are they spayed or neutered. Will your dog need any special care such as medication. I will apply topical and oral medication on vet prescription. Are all of his or her shots up to date. Are they routinely treated with flea and tick preventative, and do they have a vet.
A typical day
I usually arise at about 5:30 AM. Your pet will be let out into the back yard to take care of business, then back in to eat. After breakfast he or she will be let out again, for a period. Then back in to lounge. On nice days, moderate temperatures and no snow or rain, and depending on your dog, he or she may spend much of the day outside playing with me or other dogs, and with constant monitoring by me when I am not actively playing with them. Depending on weather all pets will be allowed to go out approximately every 1.5 to two hours. At evening feeding time, he or she will be allowed to go out, come back in and eat. After supper they will be allowed to go out again for as long as they want, always depending on weather of course, and always only until sundown. After supper your pet will be allowed any where in the house where he or she feels comfortable, except for the bathroom (I do not allow dogs in the bathroom, as many dogs get themselves in trouble when allowed in the bathroom). Many guest dogs spend the evening curled up with me on the couch while I read or watch TV. Most dogs start winding down for the night at about 9:00 PM. Therefore, I let them out one last time at about 8:30 PM. Upon coming back he or she will be allowed to settle pretty much wherever they are comfortable for a good night sleep. I only take in three dogs at any one time, actually it is usually only two, and I never take in a dog that my evaluation tells me they may have problems getting along with other dogs. I do not hesitate to reject an aggressive dog, I have done so on occasion, and will continue to do so when mandated.
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About Pete W.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Pete W. would like to know about your pet
I need to know your dog's, age, sex, breed, weight, and temperament. Are they spayed or neutered. Will your dog need any special care such as medication. I will apply topical and oral medication on vet prescription. Are all of his or her shots up to date. Are they routinely treated with flea and tick preventative, and do they have a vet.
A typical day
I usually arise at about 5:30 AM. Your pet will be let out into the back yard to take care of business, then back in to eat. After breakfast he or she will be let out again, for a period. Then back in to lounge. On nice days, moderate temperatures and no snow or rain, and depending on your dog, he or she may spend much of the day outside playing with me or other dogs, and with constant monitoring by me when I am not actively playing with them. Depending on weather all pets will be allowed to go out approximately every 1.5 to two hours. At evening feeding time, he or she will be allowed to go out, come back in and eat. After supper they will be allowed to go out again for as long as they want, always depending on weather of course, and always only until sundown. After supper your pet will be allowed any where in the house where he or she feels comfortable, except for the bathroom (I do not allow dogs in the bathroom, as many dogs get themselves in trouble when allowed in the bathroom). Many guest dogs spend the evening curled up with me on the couch while I read or watch TV. Most dogs start winding down for the night at about 9:00 PM. Therefore, I let them out one last time at about 8:30 PM. Upon coming back he or she will be allowed to settle pretty much wherever they are comfortable for a good night sleep. I only take in three dogs at any one time, actually it is usually only two, and I never take in a dog that my evaluation tells me they may have problems getting along with other dogs. I do not hesitate to reject an aggressive dog, I have done so on occasion, and will continue to do so when mandated.
Location
Westchester, IL
Pets
Pete W.
Westchester, IL