As far back as I can remember, there have been animals of all kinds in my life to love! I am experienced with all sorts of dogs, cats, farm animals, exotics, and equines. For the past 15 years I have been raising, training and showing German Shorthair Pointers. I am a member of the SAGSPC and the NGSPC. I have owned/ridden horses for 30 years. I believe that training with lots of love creates a well behaved, trusting animal companion. I currently share my small ranch with 4 horses, 3 dogs, and one spoiled cat. They are the first things I see in the morning and the last thing I see at night. I love and care for these animals that I consider family on my small acerage. In addition to exercising, grooming, entertaining, feeding, toileting, and loving on generally healthy pets, I can also care for special needs animals of all kinds. I’m experienced in administering oral medications injections, applying topical ointments and dressings and giving medicated baths (for an extra fee). I’ll also deliver pets to their scheduled appointments at the veterinarian’s office as well as take care of follow ups. I am a retired teacher, native Texan, gardener, a knowledgeable animal advocate, and a grandmother of 6. I love the outdoors, am active and fit and exercise my dogs daily. I am dependable, responsible, punctual, honest, and trustworthy. I have empathy, compassion and love for all living things. In short, I always work hard and do my best. It has been my great privilege to have had so many special creatures in my life. I am looking forward to meeting your beloved animal family! Pet care is my only job. I am retired, so I have lots of flexibility to fit your pet’s needs, your schedule, or unforeseen circumstances. House sitting includes 8-12 hours overnight in your home with the option of an additional midday 30 minute drop in. Leashed walks are also an additional option. In addition to your dog or cat’s care, interaction, play time, and feeding, this service includes things like watering plants, taking out trash, bringing in mail/packages/newspapers, tidying up pet messes, extra snuggles for your pet, etc. Leashed walks are an additional service for extra active dogs. My main goal is keeping your home safe and your pet(s) happy while you are away. I treat your home with respect and care, making every effort to leave your home as you left it or better. I only ask that no one else is entering your home and no service or repair appointments are scheduled for the duration of my stay. Dog walks include 30 minutes of brisk or relaxing exercise, depending on your dog’s needs. Of course, this includes potty breaks and snuggles/playtime. Drop-ins in your home include 30 minutes of a combination of walks, exercise, potty breaks, water/food, medications, litter box cleaning, snuggles, while you are away. Additional time is an option if you need the drop in to be up to 60 minutes. Dogs staying in my home overnight (Boarding) stay for up to 24 hours beginning at 7am. They enjoy companionship, playtime, walks, toys, and exercise along with unlimited snuggles, and a calm, clean, restful environment. Above all, your pet is safe, stress-free, and happy. I do ask that you provide your pet’s food, any medication and that your pet be neutered/spayed and vaccinated. Dogs staying in my for Doggy Day Care stay for up to 8 hours beginning at 7 am. They enjoy their regular scheduled feeding, companionship, playtime, walks, toys, and exercise along unlimited snuggles, and a calm, clean, restful environment. Above all, your pet is safe, stress-free, and happy. I do ask that you send your pet’s food and that he/she neutered/spayed and vaccinated. My relaxed schedule allows for ample time with your special pet for playing, cuddles, stimulation, and socializing. I am currently available most weekdays and weekends. I have a spacious fenced yard and several spaces to contain dogs separately and safely, if needed. I feed them on their customary schedule as well as administer basic medications. (I cannot administer IV medications).