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Betsy S.

West Haven, CT

4.8 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
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Services

Betsy can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Betsy can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Betsy S.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

6 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 no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Betsy S. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know particular characteristics of the dog's personality, tendencies and needs first. I am not picky about breeds, more about temperament, I would say, if at all. I don't know doggy CPR, but I have some formal nursing training.

A typical day

The neighborhood I live in is mostly residential, in a larger urban structure, but I have the added benefit of being about 10 blocks from WH beach where there is 2 miles of sidewalks. I often walk the 2 miles with my best friend and her dog, Murray the entire distance, greeting many other dogs along the way.

Location

West Haven, CT

Betsy S.'s Neighborhood

Dogs love me

Pet care experience

Dog owners will love my ability to recognize the individuality and personality of their dog and how well I respond to these to these things. For example, if the dog is an introverted weimereiner, I will try some things to get him to play or take a walk. Taking care not to confuse or irritate him. If the dog is an energetic cocker spaniel, I will always be more cautious and aware of the dog "bolting" out an open door or being generally a little unpredictable. I know this from my experience as a cocker spanielowner and a less active Labrador retriever, and most recently - a brother and sister part pit bull - very active breed pair in New Mexico before I moved here to West Haven, CT. Also, a larger, more active dog will need more walking, playing and activity than a dog who takes more time to transition to a new face. All the above should be done with both the awareness of building a functional and stable relationship between myself and the dog along with any input the owner might give on caring for his or her dog. It seems most important to be available on continual and longest terms possible with most any dog for the sake of stability in the dog's life. I love the learning and fun it takes to get to know a dog.

Reviews

Jane F.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 16, 2023
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Betsy was the perfect fit for us. I am very appreciative.

Manuel P.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 12, 2023
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Bestsy was amazing with our mastiff. She is a big girl and can be intimidating at first but Betsy handled her really well.

Renee A.
Boarding • Oct 31, 2023
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Ms Betsy is the sweetest human being ever. She's very gentle with Rosie and i saw how comfortable and happy she was when she was with her and Sadie.

RAMONA A.
Boarding • Jul 31, 2023
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Betsy is good with my Duchess. She has warmed up to Betsy and her dog Sadie after the second stay. My Duchess seems to happy around them. Will continue to use her!

About Betsy S.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

6 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 no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Betsy S. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know particular characteristics of the dog's personality, tendencies and needs first. I am not picky about breeds, more about temperament, I would say, if at all. I don't know doggy CPR, but I have some formal nursing training.

A typical day

The neighborhood I live in is mostly residential, in a larger urban structure, but I have the added benefit of being about 10 blocks from WH beach where there is 2 miles of sidewalks. I often walk the 2 miles with my best friend and her dog, Murray the entire distance, greeting many other dogs along the way.

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Betsy S.

West Haven, CT

4.8 out of 5 stars
30 reviews