Aj D.
Aj D.
Contact for Boarding
from $60 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Pretty Paws 🐾
A lifetime of experience working with small animals, domestic pets, human children & livestock. I’ve been providing drop-in buddy care services for the last 10 years for friends, co-workers, family & clients.
Cat care experience
Aj also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Aj was very communicative and asked very appropriate questions when we dropped Rex off. Our pup was very happy and safe when we picked him up.
The gentleman was quick to respond to the booking request, which I appreciated because it was nearly last minute. However, during the meet and greet he informed me that he's not available during one of two daily drop-in visits I needed during short absence. I've decided to modify the booking rather than cancel it. For the second of three drop-ins he posted a photo from a previous day, no narrative, and did not indicate that my cats had any breaks. The gentleman later stated he was ill, but I would have appreciated this information before, not after, since there were living creatures depending on his care. I was anxious about whether he would be able to make the third drop-in visit. After coming back I inquired as to when I can receive my house keys back, and was met with radio silence, purportedly due to intermittent Internet access. While I'm willing to entertain the idea that "life happens" vis-a-vis these unexpected events, I prefer more reliability in my pet sitter. I hope AJ is OK, but I don't think I will be re-booking with him.
I hope we have the opportunity to have Aj watch over our dogs again.He was very accommodating and so kind. Much appreciated.
Aj was wonderful with my pup, and was very communicative. Highly recommend!!
Great communication and timely.
AJ has been a great communicator and really appreciate his flexibility!
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Schedule
I am available for drop-ins, walks, road trips to the dog park, feeding, potty, & play as needed all day to ensure quality buddy care.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I’m trained in first aide & CPR for dogs & cats. I always document adventures with your pet & take plenty of photos of our activities. I’m happy to accept special needs clients as well! You’ll enjoy your trip confident that AJ is taking great care of your best buddy.
Pets
A typical day
I’m always willing to collaborate on a detailed care plan based on the individual needs of your pet. At the moment, I have a decent home w/ a backyard. I will fill our day with plenty of walks, car rides, & outside time. Clear Lake & Mason City has a large, fenced & well-maintained public dog park. There are separate areas designated for agility training, big dogs, small dogs, and a courtyard for safe entry & egress. I promise to be best buds with your best buds, and treat them just like they’re my own.