August R.
August R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Present, calm care for your dog
I’ve had dogs my entire life. As of 2026, I recently lost my dog Lily, and about a year and a half ago I lost Hayzel, who was my soul dog. Hayzel was 11 and Lily was 13, both pitbulls that I trained myself. They were truly the best dogs I could have ever asked for. I’ve also worked professionally in pet sitting, dog walking, and dog training for several years. Hayzel and Lily actually assisted me in working with other dogs, especially those with anxiety, which gave me a deep understanding of behavior, energy, and trust. I’ve been in the holistic health field for over 20 years, and that naturally extended into working with animals alongside humans. I now work in nervous system integration, photography, and coaching, and I bring that same grounded, calm presence into how I care for dogs. I work especially well with large breeds, but I’m always happy to spend time with smaller dogs as well. I’m also the kind of person who will stop to help a loose dog find its owner—I actually did that today as I’m writing this. I live a quiet, clean, minimalist, and sober lifestyle. While I’ve spent a lot of time alone in recent years, my dogs were my constant companions for over 13 years. After losing Lily, I realized just how special that connection is. I’m not quite ready for my next dog yet, but being around them still feels deeply important to me. I care for every dog with attention, presence, and respect for who they are, not just what they need. The pictures I included are images throughout the years with my dogs. It was a bit hard to go through them, but oh am I happy that I found them.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets by paying close attention to their individual needs, routine, and energy. In a client’s home, I aim to keep everything as consistent and familiar as possible so your dog feels comfortable while you’re away. I follow feeding schedules, walk routines, and any specific instructions closely, while also making sure they’re getting real attention and presence, not just a quick check-in. I bring a calm, grounded energy and take the time to build trust, especially with dogs who may have anxiety or need a slower approach. I’ve worked with a wide range of temperaments, including high-energy and more sensitive dogs, and I adjust my care based on what each dog responds to best. If they’re playful, I’m all in!! I will absolutely play like a kid with them and let them get it out. If they’re cuddlers, they’re going to get a level of cuddling that might rival what they’re used to 😅 I genuinely enjoy being with them and meeting them exactly where they are. I also understand how much trust it takes to leave your pet with someone else. I’ve been on that side of it, and I’m very mindful because of it. I’m conscious of where and how I eat so nothing is left out for them to get into, I make sure doors are always secure, and I keep a constant awareness of their safety and environment. I’m very respectful of your home and space. I keep things clean, communicate clearly, and will send updates so you know how your dog is doing. My goal is for you to feel at ease knowing your pet is being genuinely cared for while you’re away. If I’m doing drop-ins or walks, I make sure your dog gets quality interaction, not just the basics. Whether that’s playtime, a relaxed walk, or simply being present with them.
Ratings and reviews
August was fantastic! Communication was great with lots of pictures and updates. Would 100% use August again!
August was absolutely amazing and our dog loved their time with them! August was great with communication, sent photos and videos, and kept us updated with how our dog was doing. We have a very anxious dog and he seemed very comfortable and happy with August. We needed to book August very last minute and they made us feel very comfortable fast which was so helpful with a last minute trip. We would 100% book August again!
We were ever so grateful for the kind, attentive, empathetic care August gave from start to pick-up for my senior, arthritic dog. We greatly appreciated her sensitivity and communications. Five stars plus!
My pup had a great time staying with August. August provided several updates and photos, so I knew my dog was well taken care of. I would be happy to have my dog stay with August again in the future!
With August your pets will be safe and loved. They will also have the opportunity to hang out with a human that has that organic leadership ability that dogs adore and that is hard to put into words. As a bonus you will get to interact with a reliable trustworthy person with many years experience of dogs. 10/10 recommend!
August is definitely a different soul and the way she is able to connect to animals is so beautiful. I've known August for over 10 years and I've seen certain dogs approach her with so much ease when they don't usually trust anyone. She lives such a beautiful, simple life and I love that she had such a profound connection to nature and animals. She's one of the only people I wanted to watch my house and dogs, but she moved back to Colorado and while I'm happy for her new journey, she will be missed.
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Schedule
My main role at this time is photography and I set my own schedule. I tend to only work 4 hours a day and when my shoots might extend longer on certain days, I am easily able to fit in visits for those pets that need outdoor time a little quicker than others.