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Carole F.

Acton, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•32 reviews
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Animal Care with Empathy

Pet care experience

I have cared for animals on my ranch in Acton, CA. for over 28 years. In addition to dogs, I have cared for horses, cats, goats, pot belly pig, sheep, hens and roosters, wild birds. and geese. I am experienced at maintaining safe, clean living environments and am adept at noticing any problems which may crop up. Each enclosure is basically a huge corral with stall attached. Dogs, for example, can exercise themselves and seek shelter whenever they want. I am also able to keep small and medium size dogs indoors provided they are housebroken and reasonably well behaved. I have worked with a variety of dog breeds of different ages. I also have a great method for obedience training dogs which I can provide as agreed to between the owner and myself. I have two dogs of my own right at the moment. They are rescues. I am very watchful over them and know the particular needs of each. I get along well with the animals because of the mutual trust and respect which is developed between us while they are here. If you call and I don't get back to you right away, it's because I work with animals on my ranch, and don't always carry my phone with me. This is for safety reasons. I will get back to you in a timely manner. Thank you, Carole I'm full time on my ranch; so I'm able to care for your dogs/other pets around the clock. Because I'm outside most of the time, I'm also able to easily check up on your animals.. I have a huge fenced-in yard and four dogs, plus two horses to keep your animals company. I can crate dogs if needed. Hope to see you soon.

Reviews

zhongying z.
Dog Boarding • Dec 25, 2023
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Took good care of my babies. Dogs got a good amount of exercises. Thank you!

Leah C.
Doggy Day Care • Dec 11, 2023
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This was a great stay for Fred to spend time outdoors and be near other animals while having his own space. Would definitely use again. Thank you, Carole!

Alan M.
Dog Boarding • Jun 14, 2023
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This was first time in 20 years of having dogs that we boarded and couldn’t have been happier and confident to have found Carole through Rover. We went on a 7 day road trip and never worried or had doubts about leaving our German Shepard, Luna, with Carole. We pre-visited her ranch a few weeks prior and had a feeling and no hesitation after the visit that we had made the right choice. Though this was our first time boarding, and with Carole, we now can plan other extended trips and know we have a great place to bring Luna without worry or feeling guilty for leaving her.

Kimberley K.
Dog Boarding • Jun 08, 2023
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Thank you Carole!

About Carole F.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My premises are double-fenced for the security of client dogs. Dogs have plenty of water, and I feed them according to owner specifications. Wading pools are provided in the summer, and there are adequate shelters for dogs to stay in out of the weather when they choose. Any extra exercise desired by the owner outside of the exercise dogs give themselves in the large enclosed areas are arranged for between the client and myself. I will be happy to give high energy dogs extra exercise by playing fetch with them a few times during the day. I will also spend time reassuring over-anxious dogs by just being with them.

Home

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Carole F. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences. It is very important, however, that I be informed of any behavioral problems your dog might have such as jumping fences or aggressive tendencies towards people or other animals. .

A typical day

Dogs experience ranch life and the stimulation that affords them. This includes watching other dogs and horses as they play and walk around the yard. Well-trained dogs have the luxury of roaming around the yard off leash with my dogs or on their own.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$30per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Carole can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Carole can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I'm am available for boarding on both weekends and weekdays. Since I am retired, this means I can check in on your dogs boarded at my facility on a regular basis.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 9 days ago
Carole can host up to 3 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Carole F.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

My premises are double-fenced for the security of client dogs. Dogs have plenty of water, and I feed them according to owner specifications. Wading pools are provided in the summer, and there are adequate shelters for dogs to stay in out of the weather when they choose. Any extra exercise desired by the owner outside of the exercise dogs give themselves in the large enclosed areas are arranged for between the client and myself. I will be happy to give high energy dogs extra exercise by playing fetch with them a few times during the day. I will also spend time reassuring over-anxious dogs by just being with them.

Home

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Carole F. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences. It is very important, however, that I be informed of any behavioral problems your dog might have such as jumping fences or aggressive tendencies towards people or other animals. .

A typical day

Dogs experience ranch life and the stimulation that affords them. This includes watching other dogs and horses as they play and walk around the yard. Well-trained dogs have the luxury of roaming around the yard off leash with my dogs or on their own.

Location

Acton, CA

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Carole F.

Acton, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•32 reviews