Dog Walkers in Fort Rucker, AL

“I have known Christy for years and her kind, tender heart for all animals is genuine and inspiring. We share a love for “weiner dogs” and their unique character traits. My Pete is 16 years old and Christy loves on him as if he were her own. In fact, a couple of years ago, I had the front windows of my house replaced. I had Pete secured but the window installer inadvertently let Pete out. I was frantic! On her own time and gas, Christy came and drove the neighborhoods helping me look for my Pete. Only a true pet lover would go over and above like that! ❤️”

About: I have taken care of dogs and cats most of my life. I love taking long walks with fury friends and being in nature. I can’t wait to play and cuddle with your fur baby! I am a work from home mom looking to stay busy during my kids school hours. I would love to give your dog an active day! I can safely take your pet out for a walk or run, and make sure they enjoy themselves too while getting potty breaks. If water is needed I can pack that for the walk as well! When your dog boards with me they become part of our family! They cuddle with us, if they like to sleep in our bed they sleep with us. They get all the attention they need and want.

About: I understand it’s a lot to read, however I want to give you all the information I can possibly provide to make you comfortable with trusting your pets in my care <3 My husband will be helping me care for your animals! I will make sure you meet him whenever possible :) he has always helped me with my bookings. IMPORTANT: Please answer the questions in the "What Jane Would Like To Know About Your Pet" section when initially messaging if you can! It saves us both time and lets me know everything I need to know about your pet so I can promptly book you! Also pay attention to the Safety section! I have a specific way on how I introduce your dogs. -- ABOUT ME I’ve always had a dog my whole life. Since I was a little girl I can remember having a furry friend at my side at all times. It’s to the point where my life feels off if there isn’t a cat or dog beside me! Some things I’ve done that may help you understand my experience is, hand rear a cleft palate puppy (tube feeding and stimulation to help them use the bathroom), assist a dog during birth, care for a pregnant dog, know how to handle a dog during seizures (one of the dogs I used to live with is epileptic), de-escalate a hostile situation or protect/prevent your pet from being involved in one, house trained dogs, care for special needs dogs. If your dog is incontinent or messy in other ways don’t worry at all!! I’m very patient and have plenty of experience with that. From mastiffs to chihuahuas I’ve dealt with all of them. I have no issue walking your dog even if they have no leash etiquette, I’m strong enough to handle even the most stubborn of leash pullers and I’d be more than happy to help them learn. If you have a high energy or working breed dog I wouldn’t mind going for a jog with them. Or if your dog likes to just play fetch I would be more than happy to play with them till they’re content. Whatever it is that your dog needs I assure you I can help no matter the age or disability I know it takes time to build trust with not only your beloved pet but you and I can promise you that you’ll find me as a reliable and experienced option. I guarantee that your dog (or cat) will be happy to see me with time and you’ll be relieved to know they’re in good hands. I’m excited to get to know you and your pets :) If you have any further questions about my experience or are unsure if I could handle your baby please ask! -- ABOUT MY PETS At the moment I only have two dogs and one cat. My first and oldest dog is Sadie. I don't really know what breed she is, I found her on the streets in 2021. She is the best and one of the most well-behaved dog I have ever had. She is elderly and seems to be getting a little grumpy as she ages. When you first meet her she will either be sleeping or she will bark at you until she is used to you. Her favorite hobbies are eating, sleeping on the couch, sleeping with you, or sleeping in the car during a ride. She also loves to walk however since she has bad knees and hips she can't go very far (she will but she shouldn't). My second and youngest dog is Juno, she is a German Shepherd and a year old. She is incredibly sweet, and the vets call her a "leaning shepherd" since she loveeees to be hugged and kissed. I would like to warn you that Juno is over-socialized. This doesn't mean she is aggressive or anything like that. It's quite the opposite. She gets frustrated when a dog is in close proximity, and she cannot play with them immediately. She will bark loudly, and it may sound aggressive to a lot of people especially because of her breed. I understand this isn't a fun sight. She has never bitten or showed any sign of aggression to anyone or any dog before. I am working on this behavior with her and in the process of finding a good one on one trainer. This being said I have a specific way on how I introduce them to prevent her being over excited or overwhelming you or your pup, which I will explain below in the safety section. Lastly is my cat, she is only a couple months old. Her name is Whiskers she is a tuxedo and is crazy. She minds her own business around other dogs that she doesn't know and prefers to give them space while she does her own thing. She is attached to Juno's hip and can't stand when she can't see her. -- PRICING I understand that sometimes that the price could be high especially for extended stays. I believe everyone deserves to do what they want and not worry about if their beloved pets will be in a safe space. If the price is too high, please mention it and we can discuss and negotiate something a little more affordable. Do not be embarrassed! I've been there before. Please keep in mind that this is a main way I make a living so I cannot sell myself short. But I will accommodate you as much as possible. CHECK OUT MY FACEBOOK PAGE @Jane Marie’s Dog Boarding •• I post a lot of cute videos and it gives you a chance to see how precious clients enjoyed their stay as well as an idea of the environment they would be in prior to booking! -- SCHEDULE My job is only 8 minutes away from my house and I work typically Monday-Friday from the 3:30-9PM depending on customers). It is much slower during the holidays due to slow season. I usually have a lot of days off so I will most likely be home to give your babies all my attention and care. My husband is an Air Traffic Controller for the Army, so he has a decent lunch period in which he always comes home and takes care of the animals. If the weather is poor, he gets to stay home for the day. He is also a big dog person and will help watch over and care for your fur babies. My dogs schedule is pretty easy. They start their day in the morning and immediately go outside to go potty. They come inside and eat breakfast (cat too) then lounge for a bit until one of them asks to go outside. At some point in the day, I take Juno outside to play and then train/walk her for about 30 minutes. I will NEVER EVER leave my dogs out with your dogs unsupervised; my dogs are kennel trained and will be put in their kennel whenever we leave. My cat also has her own room that I put her in when we are gone. Don’t worry though! When I’m at work my husband will stop by and help take care of the dogs during his two-hour lunch. So that being said the dogs generally are not left alone for more than 2 hours. During feeding I separate my dogs from yours just so the dogs don't feel pressure. My dogs are not food aggressive/territorial at all, but I do that as a precaution. I keep my house very clean and have already doggy proofed my house. My backyard is large, full fenced. I will NEVER put your dogs in the kennel, only mine. My house is animal proof, all foods, chemicals, and wires are put away for the safety of both our animals. The only time they will be put up is when I am babysitting for multiple clients. If this is the case they will be briefly put in their kennels for dinner time and take turns eating outside until everyone is done to be safe. The only other times would be when we both are at work and sleeping during bedtime. I much prefer to do meet and greets but if that is for some reason not possible, I can introduce them on my own with my husband. -- HOW I INTRODUCE THEM First off, if you have more than one dog, I would like to introduce them one at a time. I will do the same with mine. I do NOT like to introduce them face to face on a leash. It is dangerous for both our dogs. There are two methods, the easiest is let them sniff each other through a chain link fence for a while then after about 10-15 minutes if they seem relaxed/calm we can let them interact. The second method is to have one dog walk in front of mine at a distance and slowly over time close the gap till they can walk side by side without reacting. This should take about 20 minutes to properly do. I just like to be safe and careful. I'd rather prevent any situation that could put both our babies at risk. Secondly if your dog is okay with cats, I will have them meet Whiskers. I could put the cat in the kennel and let them sniff each other or let your dog sniff my cat's butt or let them sniff each other through under a door. DO NOT put your dog's face in my cats! Please! Even if they are sweet to cats. I have had people do this even when my cat is hissing, and I have had to pick her up because it scares her. Please do not do this I don't want my cat to feel like she has to defend herself and if she does, make your dog feel like they have to defend themselves from her. Whiskers will give your dog all the space it could need and slowly warms up to them in her own time.

“Watched my 2 cats when I had to go visit family. Did a very good job and communicated very well with me while I was gone. Highly recommend!”

About: Hello! I am a military working dog handler in the army so I have a lot of experience with dogs of all sizes and attitudes. I live on base and offer flexible hours and dates. I am active duty but I am currently only working Tuesday and Thursday so I have a very open schedule to take care of your special animal. I have a fenced in back yard, a large kennel crate already in my home and some pretty indestructible toys to keep you special animal engaged and entertained

“We love Kristin. She has been so patient in getting to know our very scared and timid pup over the last few weeks. She is coming for an overnight soon and we couldn’t feel more reassured knowing that she will be taking care of girl while we are out of town.”

About: As an owner of a Shitzu, Beagle, Brittany Spaniel, and now a Great Pyrenees/Anatolian Shepard, our household accepts all types of pups. We would love to care for your fur babies when you are on long trips, away for work, or any other life event and you are unable to bring them along with you. My best availability is anytime Monday through Friday and Saturday through Sunday are less certain but please inquire if there is a need present. Thank you! I will care for your pets by treating them as if they were my open with daily walks, plenty of outside time, naps, and belly rubs! I have currently a Great Pyrenees/Anatolian Shepard who is extremely dog friendly and would love to have guests to play with.

“Great person and great with my dogs.”

“Erika was a great asset to our company while she was with us! She was professional to the owners and always loving, kind, and responsible when caring for the pets at the clinic. She even cared for not only my own pets, but also all of the client's pets as if they were her own. She was always on top of cleanliness as well as proper medication administration.”

About: I’m a fur mom of 2, Zeus and Sophia. I would say I’ve been taking care of dogs since I was 5, when my dad gave me my first puppy. Since then, my love for them have been growing nonstop. ❤️ ¡Hablo español! I’m currently a student with plenty of free time. This means I can take good care of your baby and whatever he/she needs; playing, walking, feeding, boarding, etc. I’m a military wife as well, which makes me accessible to Fort Rucker base. 🐶 I have a fenced yard for play and my two babies for companion. I will take care of your baby following your rules and what your doggie likes.❤️

“Brandon was great with communication, always let me know when he was headed over and how Chesney did during the walk. Chesney loved Brandon's dog and was always exhausted after his walks!”

“Lynde is known amongst family and friends as the go to for pet sitting. There is seldom a weekend that she is not either pet sitting or hosting a sleep over for a lucky pet that she has developed a bond with. Pets LOVE her. Lynde is responsible, resourceful and truly an animal loving, good hearted person whom ALL animals identify upon first sniff as one of "their people."”

“Reis and Alena have dog sat our pets several times, and we couldn't be happier. Our dogs get so excited when they go over to their house. They send photos and treat them just like their own beloved dog. Our dogs also enjoy playing with their dog.”

About: Hello! I am currently a flight school student and love spending my free time with my dog and other’s dogs! It makes my day to see my pup happy. I have an Aussiedoodle that is super playful and high energy. He is the light of my life! I know how much dogs love their people and need love and attention too. I promise to love your pup like you do! I’m currently working full time so I am only available on the weekends as my own dog takes up my extra time during the week! I have a fenced in yard with a big open field behind it! I am also able to do drop in visits at their home. I have an Aussiedoodle that loves to play with other dogs too so your dog will not be bored!!

“Taylor is very flexible and reliable whenever we need her! She is friendly with our dogs and makes sure they’re comfortable with her before starting the walk. She does exactly what’s asked, and exceeds expectations :)”

“Victoria is our go-to person for caring for our black labrador retriever wehen we are out of town. She's super friendly, always makes us feel like she has Kimchi's (our dog) best interest at heart, she's punctual, reliable, sends us photos of Kimchi, and takes GREAT care of her while we are away. She's amazing, I can't say enough about how much we rely on her and how much we trust her. THANK YOU VICTORIA!!!”

About: Throughout my years, I have had the pleasure of caring for a variety of animals, including both cats and dogs. My experience with cats has been particularly enjoyable, as I have found them to be independent yet affectionate creatures. From providing them with daily meals and ensuring they have clean litter boxes, to engaging them in playtime and giving them plenty of cuddles, I have learned the importance of establishing a routine and building a strong bond with feline friends. I have also gained valuable experience in administering medication and dealing with any potential behavioral issues that may arise. Additionally, my experience with dogs has taught me the importance of physical exercise and mental stimulation for their overall well-being. I have enjoyed taking them for walks, playing fetch, and providing them with the love and attention they crave. Overall, my pet care experiences have taught me the significance of patience, compassion, and responsibility when it comes to providing the best care for our beloved furry companions. I am a stay-at-home mom who currently has open availability and on-base access. Pet-sitting is a way for me to bring in some extra income and keep me busy. I have two loving cats at home who love to cuddle and play! I have a backyard and I am located within 5 minutes of a dog park.

“Hannah P is by far the best sitter I have ever had for my sweet little pup, Bella. Hannah was so attentive and sent tons of pictures. Hannah is extremely compassionate and it almost seems like she can speak dog!!! Isn’t that crazy? I love her and everything she did for me and my doggies. Bella is a big barker and loves to bark loudly and hannah handled that with such grace”

“Mariam took amazing care of my puppy Rose Bud while I was out of town. I received multiple daily picture updates of my girl playing with Mariam’s dogs and having a great time! I was at ease on vacation knowing that my fur baby was in good hands. I highly recommend her and would definitely rebook with her because I know she treats my pup as one of her own.”

“I would recommend Shyla as a dog sitter anytime ! She is attentive , friendly, really enjoys all dogs. She was my dog sitter when I went out of town. Shyla sent me updates daily and photos . I really appreciate that I knew my babies were in good hands.”