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Carrie H.

Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•19 reviews
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Dogs are my best buds!!!!

Pet care experience

I would love to care for your babies in my home. We have 1 cats who like dogs and he is well behaved. For the most part the cat will just stay out of the way but will sometimes get in a sniff or 2 and play. We just have a ball of a time with dogs. I have done many house sitting jobs in the past especially when I had my own business. I also currently house sit for my friends when they are away mainly in the summer. They have 3 dogs and 2cats and that I care for. I love animals of all kinds. I will always lock the house and clean up after my own messes and help you out in any way possible. I have lots of references if you would like them. I am the happiest person when it comes to watching pets. I might even take them out to the park or pet smart for a new toy with your permission of course. I will care for them as if they were my own but then return them while waiting patiently for the next time I see them. Please consider me to care for your babies. Why I love dog sitting I have been a dog lover since I was a child growing up. We always had a dog or 2 around. I have had 2 dogs since I have been on my own but they are both deceased now. I have done pet sitting and house sitting for my clients when I had my own business from 1997 to 2005. I now sit with dogs in my home for friends and friends of friends and love every minute of it. I love walking dogs and always clean up after them. I will also give them a bath when needed.

Reviews

Ryan M.
House Sitting • May 26, 2015
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Carrie saved us last minute. She was prompt, easy to reach, and our elderly dog was extremely happy when we got home. I highly recommend her and will use her again !

Amy S.
Dog Boarding • Mar 04, 2015
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I have used Carrie twice now and will continue to take my dog to her. She showed my dog so much love and affection, I know my dog was very well taken care of. Carrie sent me plenty of pictures so I could see how much fun they were having. The second time I brought my dog to her, my dog was so happy to see her. Which made me feel very good about leaving her there. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was because there isn't a dog park for my dog to socialize while I'm away. I won't hesitate to use Carrie again.

Sara R.
Dog Boarding • Dec 04, 2014
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Carrie was great, she sent lots of pictures and made sure to keep in touch as well as made my puppy dog feel at home. She also took him at the last minute so that was also amazing!

Adrienne P.
Jul 04, 2014

Carrie, along with the help of her daughter Ashley, were amazing! They were constantly sending us photos, even videos of our kitties while we were away. At one point, Carrie noticed we had acquired kitchen gnats, and promptly removed the trash, and even loaded our dishwasher!! When we met again to return keys and receive payment, my kitties were all over her, completely ignoring the fact that I was home. They loved her. We will definitely be calling again, and referring her to future friends. Thanks Carrie!

About Carrie H.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
88% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

24 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment on the second floor. We have a small pet fenced area with artificial grass and a large fenced area with real grass that I can take your dog and my dog to run around and play not to mention the tons of walks during the day your dog will get.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Carrie H. would like to know about your pet

I want only loving dogs who do not bite and I don't have any breed restrictions other then that. I have 1 cat and 1 dog. Your dog would either need to like cats or tolerate them without any problems. Also I do not want dogs with fleas since I have other animals and might be looking after other dogs as well. My cat is really sweet with dogs since we have one. I have even kept dogs that did not care for cats to well. I did some training with the clicker and it was very successful. I prefer small dogs to med size because my dog tends to like that size more. I would like to know how often your dog needs to go out based on there needs and if they like toys and how behaved they are in the car. I love going to pet smart with dogs and love buying them new toys on my own dime. I love to pamper dogs and even love bath time if they do. Will not make your dog do anything he or she does not want to do.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I live in a apt community with several dog potty areas that I always clean up after the dog goes potty. I generally walk all the way around the complex and makes sure the dog as ample time for exercise and potty. We can also go for longer walks or runs if needed on my street or at a dog park. Your dog's sleeping arrangement In my big room with me. They can sleep in my bed if they want. In fact I love that or if they are kennel trained and have a kennel they can sleep in there or on the floor whichever the dog prefers. It is all about what the dog wants not what I want. Time I'll spend with your dog I do not presently work at 2 jobs. I work at my church about 4 hours a week and the days I go in are Tues or Wed and Friday or Sat which ever day is best for me for that week. Also if the dog is potty trained to go outside he or she could come with me since my supervisor allows dogs in the building. I also go to someone's house to walk a dog mid way during the day and will take the dog I care for if they are good with other dogs. Paisley loves other dogs so she enjoys the company. I have an adult daughter who loves dogs as well and when I am not home she is and will make sure the dog is well cared for at all times. They will have plenty of walks since I love to walk, walk, walk (that saying is from a dog commercial I love) and of course lots of loving at all times. I can't tell you how much I love dogs but you will know it when I meet your precious babies. I have a glow about me when I am around dogs. I will take them on plenty of walks and outings. I love field trips at pet smart where I will spoil them with my own money cause I want to. I will care for them while taking care of your house and cleaning up after myself and your pets. You can trust me to be responsible cause that is just who I am when caring for others pets and your house. I have references that can back all this up. Now when will I get to meet your babies of the house?

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$27per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$17per walk

Carrie can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Carrie can watch in your home

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

Availability

I currently make my own schedule so it is flexible especially when I have notice to watch your babies. If I do go to work I am only gone 5 hours at a time when I have a dog I am watching and sometimes less or I am not gone at all.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 years ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Carrie H.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
88% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

24 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment on the second floor. We have a small pet fenced area with artificial grass and a large fenced area with real grass that I can take your dog and my dog to run around and play not to mention the tons of walks during the day your dog will get.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Carrie H. would like to know about your pet

I want only loving dogs who do not bite and I don't have any breed restrictions other then that. I have 1 cat and 1 dog. Your dog would either need to like cats or tolerate them without any problems. Also I do not want dogs with fleas since I have other animals and might be looking after other dogs as well. My cat is really sweet with dogs since we have one. I have even kept dogs that did not care for cats to well. I did some training with the clicker and it was very successful. I prefer small dogs to med size because my dog tends to like that size more. I would like to know how often your dog needs to go out based on there needs and if they like toys and how behaved they are in the car. I love going to pet smart with dogs and love buying them new toys on my own dime. I love to pamper dogs and even love bath time if they do. Will not make your dog do anything he or she does not want to do.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I live in a apt community with several dog potty areas that I always clean up after the dog goes potty. I generally walk all the way around the complex and makes sure the dog as ample time for exercise and potty. We can also go for longer walks or runs if needed on my street or at a dog park. Your dog's sleeping arrangement In my big room with me. They can sleep in my bed if they want. In fact I love that or if they are kennel trained and have a kennel they can sleep in there or on the floor whichever the dog prefers. It is all about what the dog wants not what I want. Time I'll spend with your dog I do not presently work at 2 jobs. I work at my church about 4 hours a week and the days I go in are Tues or Wed and Friday or Sat which ever day is best for me for that week. Also if the dog is potty trained to go outside he or she could come with me since my supervisor allows dogs in the building. I also go to someone's house to walk a dog mid way during the day and will take the dog I care for if they are good with other dogs. Paisley loves other dogs so she enjoys the company. I have an adult daughter who loves dogs as well and when I am not home she is and will make sure the dog is well cared for at all times. They will have plenty of walks since I love to walk, walk, walk (that saying is from a dog commercial I love) and of course lots of loving at all times. I can't tell you how much I love dogs but you will know it when I meet your precious babies. I have a glow about me when I am around dogs. I will take them on plenty of walks and outings. I love field trips at pet smart where I will spoil them with my own money cause I want to. I will care for them while taking care of your house and cleaning up after myself and your pets. You can trust me to be responsible cause that is just who I am when caring for others pets and your house. I have references that can back all this up. Now when will I get to meet your babies of the house?

Location

Austin, TX

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Carrie H.

Austin, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•19 reviews