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April L.

University Area, AK

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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Love dogs &outdoors-Rain/Shine/Snow

Pet care experience

I can’t remember when I didn’t have a dog. I’ve both cared for and owned 5lb teacup poodles to 100lb mastiffs. I’m an active outdoor person who enjoys a dog to accompany me hiking, biking, skiing, jogging, walking or just snuggling in the house. I can accommodate exercise level based on your dogs needs and abilities either age or injury related. I don’t have children so I tend to spoil animals. I will do my best to abide by your rules and routines. I’m comfortable helping leash training dogs but mostly take dogs off leash once trust is established. I work in the evenings so I’m available full time in the late mornings and afternoon. If you need a quick walk at the dog park or a 2-4 hour hike in the afternoons I’m your girl. I am able to care for dogs over night but they are left alone from 5pm-midnight so might not be best for puppies and older dogs. I have a good sized house and a large fenced in back yard for your dog to roam around. I own an extremely friendly and lazy shepherd/lab mix; she is 12 years old and a true sweetheart. There are no children in my home and pets tend to rule the roost. I go to university dog park almost every afternoon with my old dog. I also cross country ski, bike, hike or jog in the afternoons; my dog is too old for long outings and I would really enjoy a companion by my side. I have an SUV and truck to pickup/drop off dogs and have stairs to help them in and out if needed.

Reviews

Brittany P.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 25, 2020
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April is definitely a natural with dogs. My dogs behavior has def changed for the positive since she has been dropping in. She has been lovely and professional!

Curry L.
Dec 20, 2019

April is awesome! Our pup Bruin loves going to her house. We have used April while on vacation for weeks as well as day sitter. I highly recommend her if you have a fur baby.

Thea W.
Dec 19, 2019

April has taken excellent care of our dogs for years now and we adore her. She treats our 2 high energy dogs as her own with love, care, and plenty of exercise. I recommend April to anyone with a four legged family member!

About April L.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral 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 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information April L. would like to know about your pet

I like to know your dogs personality. Is your dog okay off leash or should he/she always be kept on leash? Are they aggressive around other dogs or are they skittish? Any commands or phrases you use are helpful to know. Do you reward your dog with treats or verbal praise? Does your dog have a lot of energy that needs to be burned off or would they prefer mellow walks? I would like to know about any injuries or age related issues I should be mindful of.

A typical day

I go to the dog park a lot with dogs that are socialized. I also have some off the beaten path trails I take with dogs that don’t do well around other animals. I like to hike, jog, ski, and bike with dogs that can keep up with that level of exercise. With older dogs I take them swimming a lot in the summer and take slower walks where they can stop and sniff around as long as they want.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

April can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

April can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About April L.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral 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 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information April L. would like to know about your pet

I like to know your dogs personality. Is your dog okay off leash or should he/she always be kept on leash? Are they aggressive around other dogs or are they skittish? Any commands or phrases you use are helpful to know. Do you reward your dog with treats or verbal praise? Does your dog have a lot of energy that needs to be burned off or would they prefer mellow walks? I would like to know about any injuries or age related issues I should be mindful of.

A typical day

I go to the dog park a lot with dogs that are socialized. I also have some off the beaten path trails I take with dogs that don’t do well around other animals. I like to hike, jog, ski, and bike with dogs that can keep up with that level of exercise. With older dogs I take them swimming a lot in the summer and take slower walks where they can stop and sniff around as long as they want.

Location

Anchorage, AK

April L.'s Neighborhood

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April L.

University Area, AK

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews