Valinn M.
Oskaloosa, IA
Dog Mom in the country
Pet care experience
I want to be a dog sitter to be able to help fur parents enjoy their vacations. As a dog mom I know the stress of trying to find the right person to take care of your dog while you are away. I know the value that comes with the piece of mind that your dog is going to be taken care of in the same way you would. I have had animals my whole life, I grew up around them. My parents allowed me a cat at first so I could learn responsibility. I have not professionally pet sat, but I have pet sat for people I know when they need to be away. The thing that would set me apart from other sitters is that I promise to make sure that you do not worry about the care your dog is receiving while you are away. I am willing to send any updates you would like. I know I always enjoy receiving a "doggy-update" from the person that is taking care of my dogs. A normal day in my house would be, wake up, go outside and potty and then have breakfast. I usually have my coffee and cuddle time the dogs then. We catch up on tv shows.After that is done we go outside and "work" in the yard (aka mom pulls weeds or picks up sticks and the dogs watch). We play fetch and if the weather is really nice I will read outside while the dogs sun bathe. In the evening we will eat dinner and then watch some reality tv before going to bed. I live in the country so we have plenty of room to run around. However, I am on the Dog Park Committee and know the benefits of going to the Dog Park. There is also a bike trail in town that is good for leashed walks. I work full time in an office nearby. My schedule is flexible. I will only take dogs at my house when I am home on the weekends so I can ensure the dog has a great time. Since I will only watch dogs at my house on the weekends I will be able to spend the entire weekend with the dogs. I do have FIVE dogs. They LOVE other dogs and enjoy playing. They are all fixed and not aggressive at all (not even with food or toys). I love dogs. I have three dogs and they are treated as if they are my kids. I understand the anxiety of trying to find someone "worthy" to look after your dogs while you are away. I will treat your fur children just as I treat mine. With the love and attention they desire :) I have "high energy" breed of dogs so I know the importance of making sure they do not get bored. I also have experience with rescued dogs that maybe shy or timid with strangers.
Reviews
Amazing as ALWAYS!
Amazing as always! Valinn takes such good care of our boys...we couldn't ask for better.
Once again...an AMAZING experience with Valinn. We are SO LUCKY to have her care for our pups.
Valinn takes care of our puppies like they are her own and we trust her to take care of their specific needs. Highly recommend!
About Valinn M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a small fenced in area and a dog door so the dogs can come and go. However we live on acreage so dogs that need a little more room to run can go on walks (we live down a dead end road).
Home
Information Valinn M. would like to know about your pet
Having 5 dogs I know there’s a lot of different personalities and needs in dogs. Just let me know what yours preference is and I’ll try my best to accommodate to make them feel at ease!
A typical day
I live in the country on 9 acres. My dogs enjoy going outside and running around and playing fetch. If your dog does not do well off leash we can always go to the dog park and play there as well or take a leashed walk on the bike trail in town.
Services
Valinn can host
Valinn can watch in your home
Availability
During the weekend we are super flexible on schedule and my schedule revolves around my fur kids! During the week I’m only available after work.
About Valinn M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a small fenced in area and a dog door so the dogs can come and go. However we live on acreage so dogs that need a little more room to run can go on walks (we live down a dead end road).
Home
Information Valinn M. would like to know about your pet
Having 5 dogs I know there’s a lot of different personalities and needs in dogs. Just let me know what yours preference is and I’ll try my best to accommodate to make them feel at ease!
A typical day
I live in the country on 9 acres. My dogs enjoy going outside and running around and playing fetch. If your dog does not do well off leash we can always go to the dog park and play there as well or take a leashed walk on the bike trail in town.
Location
Oskaloosa, IA
Pets
Valinn M.
Oskaloosa, IA