Carol F.
Carol F.
Contact for Boarding
from $45 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Retired RN Loves Small Dogs
Hi! I’m a retired RN. Now I have lots of time, & I can’t wait to play with your fur-baby! I have been dog sitting for small dogs for >5 yrs. Recently I’ve cut back to watching only those under 15 lb. Li’l Pooch Playhouse is my full time commitment. I offer daycare & boarding for up to 5 dogs. No kennels, just constant human & canine socialization & love. You can see some videos of my funny pups on FB at “Li’l Pooch Playhouse”. This is a Home away from Home. Here they are free to roam & play inside & outside. Your pup will love to explore my private, fenced & shaded backyard. I offer dog friendly furnishings & a safe loving retreat with custom sleeping accommodations. Most of my dogs are regular clients that run to my door when they return. There’s No “additional charge” for extra cuddle time here! Your pup will get all the love & attention they desire. I have plenty of experience with dogs. I have been dog sitting full time for over 5 years. My grandmother raised German Shepherds. So I grew up with dogs. I have 30 years experience with my own pets, plus those of my friends and family. As a RN, I'm acutely aware of health issues. A professional's eye will be watching your dog. I will promptly contact you with any health concerns. My dogs are a loving part of my family. So, I know how important your baby is to you. I take the care of your loved one seriously. I also understand the obligation of my commitments. Once you are booked, I will not cancel on you. In Jan, 2022 I rescued a playful Maltese/Jack Russell Terrier mix. Gracie is now 5 years old. She gets along with all the other pups. She’s qsensitive to older dogs & their needs. She loves her roommates & has grown up with many. You will enjoy meeting her. I love taking pictures & videos of the funny expressions or things they do. When you board with me I’ll send daily pictures along with updates on how they’re eating, sleeping & getting along with others. (My Rover score for daily photos is not accurate as I frequently send videos that must go thru your regular cell phone number.)
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Carol was wonderful with our tiny 4lb dog while we were out of town for a week. She was very communicative and sent updates frequently. Our dog had the best time with her and we will definitely use her again!
Carol welcomed Nash and made him feel right at home! She is very organized and thorough about understanding the individual needs of each dog. I felt completely at ease knowing that Nash was in good hands and being taken care of so well.
Carol is a wonderful pet sitter! Our dogs, Joey and Dexter, enjoy going to Carol’s house. Carol is very good at sending pictures and videos of your babies while you’re away from them. When we pick them up, they always seem so content , like they had a great time!!
Carol was AMAZING with our shy Lucy! She was very patient & accommodating to ensure Lucy was comfortable & had a good 5 night stay. Carol was very attentive, thorough in asking all the questions to get to know Lucy. The daily updates & pics were a bonus. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND Carol!!
Carol is certainly a dog whisperer. I could tell immediately that I could trust my Bichon Charlotte with her. She is very thorough in the medical docs she needs as well as what is specifically needed for your dog and the words now understand re: for treats, dinner etc. I would certainly recommend Carol if you want your dog to be looked after the way you would.
Carol is wonderful! She welcomed Hazel with open arms and was very thorough in understanding Hazel’s personality, behaviors, routine, and preferences. I felt very comforted leaving Hazel with Carol for daycare.
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Schedule
Small dog petsitting is my only obligation. It’s my full time commitment. The dogs are under almost constant supervision, both inside & out, 24/7. I may run errands or have an appointment but I won’t be gone more than 4-5 hours. When I do leave, your dog will be safe in its own separate area or paired with a friend. I offer frequent potty breaks every 1-3 hours. They can romp around & explore my private, shaded, & securely fenced backyard to their hearts content. Or they can potty & return. I feed the pups twice a day, roughly 8a & 6p. I do not restrict water. There will be ample fresh water available both inside & out.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I’m a dog lover, not just a dog owner. My dogs are part of my family & I treat them as such. Your pup will be treated as a loving part of my family too. The pups have free rein of my house & furniture. Gracie sleeps next to me. The other pups are welcome as well. I usually allow the dogs to pick their favorite spot in my BR, or we can use your crate if you’d prefer. I want your pet to feel at home, comfortable & loved. That’s the advantage of home daycare & boarding. They can stay on their schedule & be in a comfortable more familiar environment. They’ll be safe with almost 24/7 supervision, & have all the love & attention they deserve. They’re able to socialize with other dogs & still get the human affection they crave. It causes so much less stress!
Pets
A typical day
Gracie loves to play with toys, puzzles, balls and tug-of-war ropes. So I have many. If your dog likes to run & wrestle, she will keep them busy. It’s a fun aerobic exercise!