Austin B.
Renton , WA
Comfortable, easy going dog lover.
Pet care experience
I am very intuitive and able to communicate effectively with dogs. Skillful in getting even the most shy of dogs to warm up to me. I have experience working with larger groups of dogs and many breed sizes and temperments. When caring for a dog, I will be responsive to their needs and the owners requests, paying attention to the feeding schedule, exercise needs, and comfort dogs who are lonely and missing their pet parents.
Reviews
Expressing an interest in a possible career in dog training, Austin rode along with me on my dog training sales/demos and lessons for a few days. During that time, I worked with dogs and owners to address dog behavior for everything from potty training to extreme anxiety / timidity to scary dog aggression to biting their owners. Austin was a perfect companion, showing proper greeting of dogs, handling dogs when I asked for his assistance, and even had a fearful biter come right up to him in a respectful, curious greeting. Austin's energy is very calm and his love of dogs is evident. I would trust him to take care of my own dogs' physical needs, as well as play with them and enforce an appropriate amount of discipline in attaining polite behaviors. I believe Austin will be a respectful, responsible, safe, and even fun dog sitter.
Austin is a kind, loving young man who has always had a way with dogs. Over the past several years he has cared for three Cavaliers (King Charles Spaniels) belonging to our extended family, raising one from puppyhood. He is gentle and soft-spoken, and the dogs really enjoy rolling around on the floor with him. He'll be watching my dog, Sara, for two weeks in November while I'm in Mexico, and I know I won't have to worry about a thing.
Austin is truly in his element when working with dogs. We have an extremely energetic German Shorthair Pointer puppy and Austin is the only sitter/caretaker/trainer who has been able to both calm him when he is acting out and wear him out when his desire to run and play seems insatiable. He is kind and playful while also establishing himself as the pack leader. I've also observed Austin around other breeds and I know that he has a gift and passion for working with dogs.
If you're looking for a pet sitter to care for your dog as if he's a member of the family, then Austin is the right person for you and your best friend. Ben, our Cavalier King Charles, instantly bonded with Austin and they were inseparable Ben's whole life. Austin has a sixth sense when it comes to reading a dog's eyes and mannerisms, which immediately puts any dog at ease. You'll feel comfortable with his genuine and kind spirit, knowing that your dog will be in great hands while you're away.
About Austin B.
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Austin can watch in your home
About Austin B.
Skills
Location
Renton , WA
Austin B.
Renton , WA