Brandi M.
Brentwood, TX
Happy, Responsible & Reliable :-)
Pet care experience
I grew up breeding Shih Tzu dogs in our home. It was fun, messy, loving and wonderful. The puppies were a part of our family until their new family adopted them. When I went to college, I volunteered at the local humane society to get my dog fix in, and I adored it. I seemed to have knack for interacting with all the dogs there, no matter their breed or disposition. I have been dog sitting for my friends when they go out of town for years now. I thought I'd like to offer this service to others, particularly for weekends and holidays. Please let me play with your dog! Related to stays in my home: Over the last few years I have purchased a new home with a fenced in back yard and I adopted a (now) 1 1/2 year old Cavapoo, named Henry, when his former owner sadly passed away. He’s super friendly with a moderate energy level. But, we are a one-pet household. So I’m also highly motivated to give Henry the benefit of play dates with friends. As such, if our dogs get along famously, I’m hoping to be able to offer discounted rates to a neighbor or two for some semi-consistent doggie day care style visits. I work from home full time, as does my partner, with fairly flexible schedules. I almost never leave my dog crated for more than an hour to run an errand, and have one extra large spare crate available if necessary. If dogs travel in the car with me while running errands (or driving to a park, etc), then I require them to wear a crash-rated harness for everyone’s safety. New Clients: I typically like to book at least 48 hours notice before the stay. I will want to meet with you and your pets to make sure that we are a great fit! It's important to me that your beloved family members receive the best care and this is one way we ensure that.
Reviews
Brandi was awesome. She was very communicative, knowledgable about dog care and very sweet with my dogs. My dogs came home very happy. Thank you Brandi!
Brandi was very flexible with our needs and paid special attention to my senior pup. Super friendly and communicative.
Brandi was great. Took great care of fur babies. Walks, played, watched them. Will have her back soon
Brandi was wonderful about letting me know when she started and finished each of her drop-in visits, and she gave the best, very detailed updates! She also always included several pictures of my dog from each visit, which I really appreciated. I would definitely book her again!
About Brandi M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
If dogs travel in the car with me while running errands (or driving to a park, etc), then I require them to wear a crash-rated harness for everyone’s safety.
Home
Information Brandi M. would like to know about your pet
Before sitting, I'd like to know more about their routine and needs - do they really thrive on a long walk? Are they a snuggle bug who really just wants to lay on my lap and be petted for an hour? What can we do to make your trip away as stress-free and wonderful for your pets as possible?
A typical day
I love to walk and hike - and there is nothing better than having a furry companion with me when I go! I love to see the world through their eyes and the great feeling when the pup and I walk in sync. So if you have any greenbelt or park areas near your home, I'm completely willing to take them out for a fun-filled stroll. I also take care of cats and other household friends - just ask!
Services
Brandi can host
Availability
I work from home full time, as does my partner, with fairly flexible schedules. For sitting at your home, I typically visit 3 times a day, for 30-60 minutes each time. With multi-day stays, one of those is generally a longer chill hang-out visit lasting a bit more time, with a second potty-break at the end before I leave (so 4 trips outside per day). For stays in my home, I almost never leave my dog crated for more than an hour to run an errand, and would treat your pet the same! I do have one extra large spare crate available if necessary, but for overnight visits especially, it can help to have bedding that is familiar and safe. I only accept overnights in my home for crate-trained pets.
About Brandi M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
If dogs travel in the car with me while running errands (or driving to a park, etc), then I require them to wear a crash-rated harness for everyone’s safety.
Home
Information Brandi M. would like to know about your pet
Before sitting, I'd like to know more about their routine and needs - do they really thrive on a long walk? Are they a snuggle bug who really just wants to lay on my lap and be petted for an hour? What can we do to make your trip away as stress-free and wonderful for your pets as possible?
A typical day
I love to walk and hike - and there is nothing better than having a furry companion with me when I go! I love to see the world through their eyes and the great feeling when the pup and I walk in sync. So if you have any greenbelt or park areas near your home, I'm completely willing to take them out for a fun-filled stroll. I also take care of cats and other household friends - just ask!
Location
Austin, TX
Pets
Brandi M.
Brentwood, TX