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Barbara O.

Locust Valley, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
170 reviews
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"Your Place or Mine"

Pet care experience

Seventeen (17) year PROFESSIONAL PETSITTER! Over 600 satisfied clients: many over 10 years. 2+ acres with large fenced-in areas and exercise pens. 25 year Vet experience. Elder and unique-needs pets a specialty. Dogs, cats and more! Pet rescues, rehab and relocation services available. Breeder, training and groomer recommendations too. We guarantee 100% response rate. We are NOT 'part-time' this is our BUSNESS! Our Company, Long Island's Finest Pet Care, is a 'member in good standing' of the most important and well-respected industry trade group: Pet Sitters International, or PSI. Please contact me to schedule a Meet'N'Greet with you and your pet at your convenience. Our check-out time is 10:00AM; IF you need a later check-out time please be sure to include that day in your reservation as well. My mother bred Poodles when I was growing up and I currently own a delicious 'Ivory White' Yellow Labrador Retriever named Eliza who is in fact a valued tem-member here at LIFPC Barbara Why I love dog sitting I grew up in a breeding environment. My mother was a long-time Poodle breeder and from the moment I could walk I was involved! Without giving my age away, I can say that was close to 5o years ago! About my yard We have well over 2 acres of property with a large fenced-in play area and smaller separate enclosures as well. This format allows for either controlled pet interaction or complete segregation. Owners who utilize crates in their homes can bring it with all the furnishings to make their pet feel completely at home. Owners whose pets are socialized and enjoy a 'free-range' environment are happily accommodated. My experience administering medication Prior to going professional as a pet-sitter I worked for many years in a Vet's office close to my home. From client interaction to assisting on operations I have done it all. Medical diets, injections, geriatric pets, etc. are no problem, and are in fact, my specialty.

Reviews

Carolina I.
Dog Boarding • Feb 23, 2024
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Barbara was excellent. It was our first time boarding our dog and we felt very comfortable leaving him with her. She is very acknowledged and I felt confident that she had the skills to care for him. We won’t hesitate to book her again. ❤️

Ingrid R.
Dog Boarding • Nov 28, 2023
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We left our dog for 8 days and upon returning, he was happy, healthy and not at all stressed. You could tell when we picked him up, he was well taken care of and had a good week. Barbara did an excellent job and kept him safe. I trust her and will leave my pup with her again.

Patrice M.
Dog Boarding • Oct 20, 2023
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Barbara was great. She has a lot of knowledge about dogs and Cully had a great time with her

Mary Ellen J.
Dog Boarding • Sep 03, 2023
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Barbara was a great host. Morgan was well taken care of . Barbara took pictures and sent them to me. Morgan looked great. Barbara was professional and detailed. She keep in contact with me and guided me through the process as this was my first experience with boarding my Dog. I would highly recommend Barbara

About Barbara O.

Communication

98 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
10% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Barbara O. would like to know about your pet

I always do a health and wellness check with my clients so that I fully understand their pet's needs. After almost 20 years as a PROFESSIONAL pet-sitter, I have no true preferences and certainly NO breed exclusions; I make my decisions on a case by case basis.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks While the exercise pen is large, certain owners require a more traditional 'walk'. this too can be accommodated. In the nice weather I utilize local beaches and other areas for long strolls. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Most owners bring some sort of bed that their pet likes to sleep in. If not we provide many options both inside and out. In nice weather the dogs can choose between in or out lounging in fully protected areas. If an owner prefers their pet to sleep in a bed, we have 2 lovely daughters who provide that service as well! Time I'll spend with your dog My house is a hub of activity throughout the day with my family and pets. I have NO other business, so I am with and around my client's pets all day. My daughters tend to dote on the new arrivals so the only question is 'who gets to play with who'! Your dog will not lack for attention, that is for sure.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$70per night
House Sitting
in your home
$70per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$40per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$55per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk

Barbara can host

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

Barbara can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 6 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Barbara O.

Communication

98 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
10% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Barbara O. would like to know about your pet

I always do a health and wellness check with my clients so that I fully understand their pet's needs. After almost 20 years as a PROFESSIONAL pet-sitter, I have no true preferences and certainly NO breed exclusions; I make my decisions on a case by case basis.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks While the exercise pen is large, certain owners require a more traditional 'walk'. this too can be accommodated. In the nice weather I utilize local beaches and other areas for long strolls. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Most owners bring some sort of bed that their pet likes to sleep in. If not we provide many options both inside and out. In nice weather the dogs can choose between in or out lounging in fully protected areas. If an owner prefers their pet to sleep in a bed, we have 2 lovely daughters who provide that service as well! Time I'll spend with your dog My house is a hub of activity throughout the day with my family and pets. I have NO other business, so I am with and around my client's pets all day. My daughters tend to dote on the new arrivals so the only question is 'who gets to play with who'! Your dog will not lack for attention, that is for sure.

Location

Locust Valley, NY

Barbara O.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Barbara O.

Locust Valley, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
170 reviews