Allison T.
Alexandria, VA
Del Ray Getaway
Pet care experience
My name is Allison. I'm a single mom of a 14-year old girl. We have a great place for your dog's vacation; a small fenced in back yard and a quiet neighborhood to explore. When my daughter is home, she will be active in caring for your dog. She gives them lots of love and likes trying to teach them tricks. She loves to walk the little ones, but I do not allow her to walk larger dogs for safety reasons, of course. If your dog requires medication, I am very comfortable administering it. I've done it all; pills, powders, injections... I'm happy to have any size dog and would consider 2 dogs from same family. If your dog tends to get into things when left alone, they must have a crate. Please bring your dog's bed and/or blanket and special toys so they're comfortable while you're away. I have extra bowls, if in the hectic race to get out of town, you forget to pack them. :) I am a volunteer foster for a Doberman rescue. If I disappear or my calendar is blocked for long periods of time, it's because I have taken in a rescue dog and am helping it find it's forever home, but I'll be available again when that dog has left.
Reviews
Allison has been a great sitter for Harley when we travel! We really appreciate her services for our girl!
Allison took great care of our boy while we were out of town overnight. We especially appreciated her patience when he was anxious because of high winds during his walk.
We love Allison! She has taken care of our girl twice now and we’ve been very happy with her care and communication!
Allison was great! She kept our George happy and healthy during our trip and sent us great updates. We will definitely be staying with Allison again!
About Allison T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We treat each guest dog like a member of our family. There's a small, fenced yard to play in, we go for walks, we cuddle on the couch, and play with them.
Home
Information Allison T. would like to know about your pet
I like to know if they pull the leash while walking. If they have things that get them hyper or they dislike, like squirrels or other dogs. Do they have a tendency to get into trouble when left alone; chewing, tearing things up (separation anxiety)?
A typical day
We try to get in two walks per day; morning and evening, weather dependent. We have a toy basket with a variety of toys and bones dogs can play with. We have a couple puzzle toys to keep them mentally stimulated. And my daughter likes to play little games with them.
Services
Allison can host
Availability
I, currently, work out of the house two days a week. On those days, no one is home for about 8-9 hours. On the other days, I'm mostly around the house.
About Allison T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We treat each guest dog like a member of our family. There's a small, fenced yard to play in, we go for walks, we cuddle on the couch, and play with them.
Home
Information Allison T. would like to know about your pet
I like to know if they pull the leash while walking. If they have things that get them hyper or they dislike, like squirrels or other dogs. Do they have a tendency to get into trouble when left alone; chewing, tearing things up (separation anxiety)?
A typical day
We try to get in two walks per day; morning and evening, weather dependent. We have a toy basket with a variety of toys and bones dogs can play with. We have a couple puzzle toys to keep them mentally stimulated. And my daughter likes to play little games with them.
Location
Alexandria, VA
Allison T.
Alexandria, VA