Allison H.
Carol Stream, IL
Dog Lover Full-Time
Pet care experience
I'm currently a grad student in mental health counseling, and understand the peace of mind you want and need when you can't be there for your furry friend! I have a Rat Terrier mix, and adore the Terrier personality. He can usually be seen wiggling his little butt while we play together, go on walks and runs, and "dance" as I sing songs to him. I have experience as both a dog walker and kennel attendant from a great local animal shelter, so I'm familiar with differing temperaments and being patient with more nervous dogs. I also have basic dog training skills from completing training with my own dog and working with the shelter dogs. Right now I'm available full-time, so my schedule and heart is open to love your pooch while you're at work or out-of-town!
Reviews
Allison is so fabulous! Her doggie, Diamond, is sweet too. I felt so safe leaving my Pepper with them. Allison is smart, very competent with dogs, and is an all around great lady. I highly recommend her. We will most definitely be back!
Cricket was safe and, by the pictures, happy with Allison. All went well. We'll definitely board with her again.
Allison was extremely hospitable and caring, and I was happy to know Ollie was in good hands. Her little dog, Diamond, is a sweet little guy who loves to play. I loved receiving text updates and pictures throughout the day. Recommended!
Allison is pretty amazing with dogs. Dog whisperer? Quite possibly. She's very mindful of pups under her care and seems very aware of potential situations with other dogs/people/environment. She just seems to be a natural.
About Allison H.
Communication
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Home
Information Allison H. would like to know about your pet
If your dog is boarding with me, I would like to know how often they are walked when home, favorite toys and games, how they are with other dogs (they need to be other-dog friendly because I also have a dog), feeding times, your preferred veterinarian, and any other little quirks that would be helpful with making the experience fun and comfortable for all of us! If staying in my home, your dog needs to be at least house-trained and less than 40lbs due to the nature of my lease; all dogs have their accidents, but house-trained at minimum for dog boarding and doggy day-care. Complex breed restriction: Pitties, unfortunately. Personal breed restriction in my home: Huskies - I love them, but they simply play a little too rough for my own dog. If I'm seeing your dog at your home, most of the above still applies except for most of the restrictions! I love all dogs, but there is a special place in my heart for Terriers, Border Collies, Pitties and Bullies, and Labs!
A typical day
If you're dog is staying with me, they'll have fun playing with my friendly Rat Terrier mix, going for walks on the nice grounds of my safe apartment complex, playing catch and fetch and tug toys, and snuggles on my couch! When the weather is nice, there are parks nearby to shake up the routine and catch some new smells. If I'm with your dog at your home, they can look forward to a good, long walk, playing together with their favorite toys, and snuggle times while they happily await your return.
Services
Allison can host
Allison can watch in your home
About Allison H.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Allison H. would like to know about your pet
If your dog is boarding with me, I would like to know how often they are walked when home, favorite toys and games, how they are with other dogs (they need to be other-dog friendly because I also have a dog), feeding times, your preferred veterinarian, and any other little quirks that would be helpful with making the experience fun and comfortable for all of us! If staying in my home, your dog needs to be at least house-trained and less than 40lbs due to the nature of my lease; all dogs have their accidents, but house-trained at minimum for dog boarding and doggy day-care. Complex breed restriction: Pitties, unfortunately. Personal breed restriction in my home: Huskies - I love them, but they simply play a little too rough for my own dog. If I'm seeing your dog at your home, most of the above still applies except for most of the restrictions! I love all dogs, but there is a special place in my heart for Terriers, Border Collies, Pitties and Bullies, and Labs!
A typical day
If you're dog is staying with me, they'll have fun playing with my friendly Rat Terrier mix, going for walks on the nice grounds of my safe apartment complex, playing catch and fetch and tug toys, and snuggles on my couch! When the weather is nice, there are parks nearby to shake up the routine and catch some new smells. If I'm with your dog at your home, they can look forward to a good, long walk, playing together with their favorite toys, and snuggle times while they happily await your return.
Location
Carol Stream, IL
Pets
Allison H.
Carol Stream, IL