Allison K.
Yacolt, WA
Services
Allison can host
Allison can care for
Availability
My husband and I are retired so I am full time at home now. So I can board 7 days a week. And overnight care at my house will be my specialty as you never have to worry about your dog being left for hours during the day or night.
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About Allison K.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a very “dog friendly” home. That being said my house is clean and fairly tidy. I clean daily to make sure the dogs are in the best environment. My goal is to have your dog go home with you better than when they came. If they are full of mud from playing outside in the rain they will be washed and dried before they go home. If their nails are too long I will cut them (if the dog allows). If they need to be brushed, I will brush them and often give them a massage…this is especially good for the nervous dogs. If they are scared and feel nervous they will be returned happy and calm from being pampered while you were away. Our dogs are allowed on the furniture including our bed and can play inside or outside with my dogs who are very friendly to other dogs and people. I don’t crate any of my dogs and don’t require dogs that stay with me to be crated during the day or night. If you prefer your dog to be crated at night I will follow your instructions if you bring the crate that they are used to. Many of the dogs that I board sleep in our bed but they also have very plush beds throughout our home that they can sleep on overnight or during the day for naps. Wherever they feel more comfortable sleeping is fine with me even if they don’t want to be in our room with us and our dogs.
Home
Information Allison K. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if your dog is currently taking medication and why. If your dog has allergies, or sensitive stomach issues I would like to know that information so I can avoid anything that will upset them. Just in case I need to bathe them, is their skin sensitive to certain dog shampoos?
A typical day
I have equipment that the dogs can use outside on nice days that resembles basic agility equipment. I Can show any dog how to use it. We have a fully fenced 3/4 acre back yard where even the biggest dogs can get up to a full speed run in a game of chasing each other or chasing the numerous bunnies and squirrels that come in the yard. I also have many dog puzzles of varying difficulty to keep their minds occupied, especially if it’s rainy and cold out. I also do an obedience session everyday with my own dogs and any dogs that are staying with us that want to participate. We live on 9 acres with hiking trails on our own property so we can go on hikes with them anytime as long as the terrain is safe and not too steep and slippery.
Location
Yacolt, WA
Pets
Allison K. has Star Sitter status
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Pet care experience
I have had dogs for my entire life! I currently have 2 dogs. Both are Rhodesian Ridgebacks. Trinity is our senior girl 13 yrs old, and Shira who is 2. I have had the most experience with big dogs (mainly German Shepherds and now Rhodesian Ridgebacks). I have done Schutzhund with my shepherds and have done dog shows and obedience shows locally with my Ridgebacks. Our dogs and the ones I take care of are always my priority. I treat all dogs like they are mine so they get all the love, snuggles, and attention they want. I have a safe and secure home and yard. We have a 3/4 acre completely fenced back yard fenced to 6 feet high. We are in the country and have lots of bunnies for them to chase. We also have a creek on our property that in good weather would be fun for the dogs to play in. I have some agility equipment that I will break out when the weather is nice and let dogs go through those or show them how. For rainy days we have toys and dog puzzles to keep their minds active. We also have a shop that I can put up agility equipment when the weather is lousy and cold so they can chase each other around in there if they are getting antsy. I also do daily obedience with my own dog and any other dog that is with me and wants to join in. While most of my experience has been with big dogs, I will work with any style and breed of dog after I meet them and we get to know each other. I also have experience working with packs of dogs, as at one time, I had a large pack of both German Shepherds, and then Ridgebacks. I also have a lot of experience working with puppies and can help with basic training. I seem to have a knack to help dogs who normally don’t eat or are very nervous when being left with someone else. I have had many boarders who’s moms and dads said were picky eaters or wouldn’t eat for a couple of days and somehow with me they eat well, don’t miss meals, and many times expand their diets. If you have a dog that takes medication I can, and have, administered meds that their parents bring. But I will only administer prescription meds written by a licensed veterinarian to the specific dog with explicit instructions. Bottom line, I don’t just “board” dogs. They are part of the family and treated as such until you get back. They Are talked to, interacted with by my dogs and myself and my husband all day long. They aren’t just put in a room or left outside to fend for themselves. They are truly being loved and cared for from the minute they are dropped off until the minute you pick them up.
Reviews
Allison is absolutely amazing with my sweet dog. My dog gets so excited to go see her and she comes home so happy and content. Allison even has accommodated her as she is getting older and losing some vision and hearing so that she stays comfortable 🥰 When leaving my fur baby, it feels so nice to leave her with someone who loves her like I do ❤️ I can't recommend her enough!!!
Maggie loved staying again! Allison provider constant updates and pictures and was great with communication as always. Will definitely be booking again :)
Our Heidi stayed with Allison for a week. This is the third time Heidi has stayed with Allison and the longest visit. Allison takes such good care of her. Of course we miss Heidi, but we can certainly enjoy our vacation knowing that she is so well cared for.
Cookie always enjoys staying with Allison. Knowing that makes us much more comfortable when we need to board her.
About Allison K.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a very “dog friendly” home. That being said my house is clean and fairly tidy. I clean daily to make sure the dogs are in the best environment. My goal is to have your dog go home with you better than when they came. If they are full of mud from playing outside in the rain they will be washed and dried before they go home. If their nails are too long I will cut them (if the dog allows). If they need to be brushed, I will brush them and often give them a massage…this is especially good for the nervous dogs. If they are scared and feel nervous they will be returned happy and calm from being pampered while you were away. Our dogs are allowed on the furniture including our bed and can play inside or outside with my dogs who are very friendly to other dogs and people. I don’t crate any of my dogs and don’t require dogs that stay with me to be crated during the day or night. If you prefer your dog to be crated at night I will follow your instructions if you bring the crate that they are used to. Many of the dogs that I board sleep in our bed but they also have very plush beds throughout our home that they can sleep on overnight or during the day for naps. Wherever they feel more comfortable sleeping is fine with me even if they don’t want to be in our room with us and our dogs.
Home
Information Allison K. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if your dog is currently taking medication and why. If your dog has allergies, or sensitive stomach issues I would like to know that information so I can avoid anything that will upset them. Just in case I need to bathe them, is their skin sensitive to certain dog shampoos?
A typical day
I have equipment that the dogs can use outside on nice days that resembles basic agility equipment. I Can show any dog how to use it. We have a fully fenced 3/4 acre back yard where even the biggest dogs can get up to a full speed run in a game of chasing each other or chasing the numerous bunnies and squirrels that come in the yard. I also have many dog puzzles of varying difficulty to keep their minds occupied, especially if it’s rainy and cold out. I also do an obedience session everyday with my own dogs and any dogs that are staying with us that want to participate. We live on 9 acres with hiking trails on our own property so we can go on hikes with them anytime as long as the terrain is safe and not too steep and slippery.
Allison K.
Yacolt, WA