Bart C.
Bart C.
Contact for Boarding
from $32 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
ALWAYS Available
I got my first dog in 1982. My first cat in 2021. I learned to walk, play with, feed and love my dog, Cara. Then in 1997 another came into my life and again I cared for her basic needs but next I learned to watch and listen to this one... and trained her in tricks and solid obedience. Next I started house sitting for sick old dog's who needed 24/7 attention. This was for Maureen Martin’s dog Higgins and her cat, Rio, in San Diego for 1999 - 2000. Later I found myself caring for so many people's dogs and cats, the last being in Westchester New York 2 weeks ago for Eliza, a black lab belonging to Mr and Mrs Brian S. Also at home I adopted Macy who has cancer as a kitten. She was treated and she is 3 years in remission now bc I played with her and brushed her and gently got her eating again through the chemo program. My reputation grew as a good cat babysitter and dog walker and caregiver. I am gentle, patient, firm and have strong communication with dogs and I speak the language of cats. I also am in very good athletic condition so I can offer your dog and cat a strong enough dose of energy and fun that your dog's anxiety about you not being there can subside. Your cats and dogs miss you when you leave them for work and important events. But I will fill in the gaps so they feel a warm friend is looking after them until you return home.
Cat care experience
Bart also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Bart has watched our dog, Buju many times over the years while we’ve been away. Our dog is tough because he doesn’t like people he doesn’t know and tends to nip/bite strangers. Buj must’ve sensed Bart’s compassion for animals because the first time they met he rolled over for belly rubs. It’s been love, kisses and tail wags ever since. I can’t recommend Bart enough to love your pet when you can’t be there to do so!
Bart is amazing. In a time when I was in dire need for someone to care for my ailing older dog Higgins, Bart was my knight in shining armor! He not only cared for his every day needs while I was at work, but he loved the heck out my old man as well! Seeing Bart with his own dog Maggie, who sadly passed away many years later, I knew that he had the love and the compassion that it would take to care for my pup. And so he did, until the day that Higgins sadly passed away, Bart was there for us both. He gave him the adventure and the love that he so deserved until the end. I highly and strongly recommend Bart to care for your furry friends. I would do it again and again if he lived closer these days!
Bart is the epitome of a dog person! Loyal, trustworthy, and fun! Our dog Eliza has known him for years, and even though she only sees him on occasional visits, she is always thrilled to have him take care of her. He has an innate sense of canine personalities and motivations, and I've seen him interact with many dogs over the years, all of them immediately falling under his spell. Approachable, kind, and generous, he is always ready with a smile to charm even the most persnickety pooch. Like our Eliza, your own pup will be ready, willing, and eager to call him by name and "Bark for Bart!"
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Schedule
I care for my own cat. Doing the litter daily and feeding her in the morning and evening with some in the middle of the day. She has cozy places to sleep and toys to play with to stay active. I interact with her and brush her to keep her in an overall healthy and good mental state.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Playtime is a real winner with most pets. Those who are disabled or needing a different kind of care will get warmth and gentility from Me. If they need meds, I will do it in a caring way. If they need to be vigorous and enjoy companionship time in your absence, I am there to be their protector, buddy and server.
A typical day
Whatever prescribed by the owner I will do! To start a toy, a little water, a treat, a walk... or playtime escalate to trot and run. Pee and poo for optimum health! Hide and go seek at parks. Sniffing critter tracks on trails. Play catch, frisbee, stuffed toy. Have someone speak to talk and bark to. Someone to scratch and pet. An opportunity to walk past other animals for that old familiar feeling that other dogs exist.