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Candace C.

Blue Island, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•67 reviews
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We treat your dog like it our own!

Pet care experience

We are a nearly retired couple who have owned dogs for the last 33 years. We live in a small child-free home with a fenced backyard, but your dog will never be left outside alone. We actually have walked all of our dogs twice a day, for their exercise and ours. We would prefer small dogs under 25lbs. Why I love dog sitting We have owned dogs for the last 33 years. Most of ours have been Shih-tzus, 5 in total. We did have one poodle/fox terrier. Meet my pets One shih-tzu, 10 lbs. About my yard We have a medium 30 x 30 foot backyard which is fenced. A good portion of the yard is taken up by the flower garden, and the deck. We do not ever leave a dog unattended in the yard. My experience administering medication We have experience giving shots to dogs when needed. We also administer medications as prescribed.

Reviews

Nola B.
Dog Boarding • Jan 22, 2024
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Candace (and husband) provided excellent care of our fur baby! She sent us multiple pictures during his stay and even a video. Our dog seemed happy, relaxed and content during the stay. We are well pleased and appreciative.

Julie K.
Dog Boarding • Sep 12, 2023
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Candace went above and beyond when my return flight was cancelled and I couldn't get home to pick Jane up till the next day. What peace of mind she gave me!

Julie K.
Dog Boarding • May 22, 2023
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Candace was amazing with Jane. I had such peace of mind knowing she was so well cared for.

Cynthia H.
Dog Boarding • Mar 12, 2023
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My dognwas very happy and Candace & Steve are the perfect dog carers

About Candace C.

Communication

30 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected 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 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Candace C. would like to know about your pet

We don't have a breed preference, but we do love shih-tzus. Things we would like to know, in order to keep your dog on a familiar schedule: Is your dog used to being fed once a day, or do you leave the food down? Do you allow your dog table scraps, or does this cause stomach problems? Where would you prefer your dog to sleep? Does your dog enjoy meeting new people? If your dog is shy, we will avoid having company during the visit. Does your dog have a regularly scheduled play time, and what do they prefer to do: fetch? chase people around? run? chase squirrels? Does your dog have any physical problems we should be aware of? Does your dog have any emotional problems we should be aware of?

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We live in a very pleasant, walkable community. When we owned our own dogs, the were given walks through the neighborhood twice a day. Your dog's sleeping arrangement If your dog is accustomed to sleeping with people, we will let the dog sleep with us. If the dog is trained to sleep in a dog bed, we will honor that. Time I'll spend with your dog Your dog will be left alone at the most, 6 hours a day. Usually myself or my husband are at home, but some days our working hours overlap.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$45per night

Candace can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 8 days ago
Candace can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Candace C.

Communication

30 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected 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 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Candace C. would like to know about your pet

We don't have a breed preference, but we do love shih-tzus. Things we would like to know, in order to keep your dog on a familiar schedule: Is your dog used to being fed once a day, or do you leave the food down? Do you allow your dog table scraps, or does this cause stomach problems? Where would you prefer your dog to sleep? Does your dog enjoy meeting new people? If your dog is shy, we will avoid having company during the visit. Does your dog have a regularly scheduled play time, and what do they prefer to do: fetch? chase people around? run? chase squirrels? Does your dog have any physical problems we should be aware of? Does your dog have any emotional problems we should be aware of?

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We live in a very pleasant, walkable community. When we owned our own dogs, the were given walks through the neighborhood twice a day. Your dog's sleeping arrangement If your dog is accustomed to sleeping with people, we will let the dog sleep with us. If the dog is trained to sleep in a dog bed, we will honor that. Time I'll spend with your dog Your dog will be left alone at the most, 6 hours a day. Usually myself or my husband are at home, but some days our working hours overlap.

Location

Blue Island, IL

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Candace C.

Blue Island, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•67 reviews