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Abby F.

Madison, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•160 reviews
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Any dog, any size, happy and tired!

Pet care experience

Dogs are just the best. I've had a dog since I was a kid and currently share my life with my sweet, drooly English Mastiff. I hope to foster soon and plan on adopting a second pup. I have cared for dogs in the past and with a new schedule I felt that I wanted to make my caretaker/dog walker status more official. In the past I have been hired to walk two labs, overnight dog sitting and taking 2 high energy pups to the park, and have been hired to help a Springer Spaniel with physical therapy in the pool. I now have several repeat clients through Rover and love spending time with them! I have also spent plenty of time walking, hiking, dog parking and dog, cat and bird sitting for friends. I love going for walks and to the dog park. I used to take 5 dogs (including my mastiff) to the park on a weekly basis. It was a riot! I have hosted dogs and cats in my house for extended stays when friends of mine would stay/live with me. I have limited doggie daycare and boarding availability for past repeat clients and friends. These services include daily walks, dog park trips (if allowed), and lots of play time! I have a kennel and bowls available if needed. I have had professional training in positive reinforcement, which I've used with dogs and other animals, and feel this is the best training method. I used to be an animal caretaker as a profession with the University of Wisconsin and was there for 8.5 years. I am very comfortable giving medications and have experience with oral, topical, IM, IV and SQ medication delivery. I also have no problem dealing with poop, urine or vomit. Although my dog does not have special needs, I am very comfortable with caring for animals who do, and have in the past both professionally and personally. Keeping mine and others' pets happy and healthy is my number one priority. I always have a heart full of love and a pocket full of treats!

Reviews

Michael R.
Doggy Day Care • Dec 31, 2023
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Abby was super flexible with our plans and did a great job with our dog. Will not hesitate reaching out to her in the future for dog care needs.

Staci & Steve R.
Dog Boarding • Jan 01, 2023
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Abby took terrific care of our dogs as always. She is always responsive, and we got pictures of them with reindeer ears on Christmas. She was flexible with pick up when we got home early. Thanks Abby!!

Patrick L.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 18, 2022
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Thanks for the great service!

Ryan H.
Dog Boarding • Feb 26, 2022
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Abby is great with our dogs. She clearly loves pets and treats them like family. She is our favorite Rover go-to for our 3 dogs.

About Abby F.

Communication

72 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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 Abby F. would like to know about your pet

I do not have any breed preferences when it comes to dog walking. The dog will have to be able to get along with other dogs if it were to come to my house or go to the dog park. I would need to know any special requirements needed by the dog, dietary needs/allergies, medications needed, how they interact with other dogs, how they are on a leash and their general schedule. I would also need their vet information.

A typical day

I usually take dogs on walks around the neighborhood, but love to go the the dog park as well. My favorite park to go to is Capital Springs, but I also really like the Verona dog park if I have extra time. I enjoy playing tug and fetch with dogs. Hide and seek in the home during bad weather is a lot of fun too!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$36per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$16per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$30per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$17per walk

Abby can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Abby can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 4 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Abby F.

Communication

72 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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 Abby F. would like to know about your pet

I do not have any breed preferences when it comes to dog walking. The dog will have to be able to get along with other dogs if it were to come to my house or go to the dog park. I would need to know any special requirements needed by the dog, dietary needs/allergies, medications needed, how they interact with other dogs, how they are on a leash and their general schedule. I would also need their vet information.

A typical day

I usually take dogs on walks around the neighborhood, but love to go the the dog park as well. My favorite park to go to is Capital Springs, but I also really like the Verona dog park if I have extra time. I enjoy playing tug and fetch with dogs. Hide and seek in the home during bad weather is a lot of fun too!

Location

Madison, WI

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Abby F.

Madison, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•160 reviews