Catherine O.
Athens, MI





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Bark & Barn, Athens
Pet care experience
** Summer is almost here! With that, I am working on some pretty amazing updates. Additional outdoor yards are in the works, as well as a perimeter fence around the home property! I have also added Tracki to my collars. Tracki runs on global GPS (satellite feedback) and not cellular feedback, giving that extra security for your pups with no interruption in tracking! ** Bark & Barn is a privately insured in-home kennel that provides overnight and day boarding options as well as drop-in visits/walks for all pets, exotic included. I also provide optional training for dogs. I have five years of experience as a veterinary assistant in a high volume multi-species setting. With this, I have gained the knowledge, training, and experience in animal behavior as well as proper technique in safe animal hold, administering all forms of medication, administering emergency fluids, and animal CPR. Your pups will have access to multiple sections of my home, a fenced play yard, and walks over 120 acres of farm fields and streamed woods! I offer basic puppy training during board and day stays, including potty and crate training. I will gladly accept shark puppies, understanding completely how difficult these pups can be for many caretakers who are not experienced in their breed characteristics. I've worked with and owned dogs for over 17 years. I have a preference for high energy/high drive dogs, though I love all of them just the same. I am a farm mom of school aged children, work remotely, a full-time online student at KCC while my kids sleep, and have plenty of time to devote to your pets. I will follow strict biosecurity and safety measures. I am by no means a "doggy playcare". For their and my safety, I do not allow guest pups to interact together. I have sectioned off portions of my home and large basement for roam, and utilize sanitized in-home kennels for overnight and unattended times as well as movement of guests (inside, outside, walks, etc).
Cat care experience

Catherine also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews


Was very pleased with Catherine’s care and expertise. She was very welcoming to my crazy puppies. Was very generous with her updates and photos (which I appreciated.) Will most definitely use her again, especially as she was able to take the doggos in on a last minute whim. Thank you Catherine 🙂


Catherine did a great job of keeping me updated while my pups stayed with her. She did such a good job of taking care of them 💜

Thus us Buddy's 2nd trip to Katherine's. He us so comfortable he just trotted off with her...no anxiety! Would recommend for anyone's pet!


My dog that's normally depressed the whole time she gets boarded was happy in every picture, and my medicine dog did wonderful too. Will definitely use again.
About Catherine O.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a knack for social cues and when and how to approach. Discipline is and will always be reinforcement based. I have experience with reactive dogs and understand any dog can be reactive in the right setting, so meet and greets are a must! Our personal working dogs are not within the home's boundaries and remain with their flock at all times.
Home
Information Catherine O. would like to know about your pet
Please provide a detailed expectation of care you would like me to provide, especially including any medications and special needs and how they need to be administered along with your pets typical temperament.
A typical day
I like to give a little extra time to socialize with your pet during visits so any recurring visits, they will remember it being a pleasant encounter.
Services
Catherine can host
Availability
I currently have full availability outside of school drop-off in the mornings and flexible pick-ups in the afternoon. I spend my free time caring for my own animals and attending online classes and seminars!
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About Catherine O.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a knack for social cues and when and how to approach. Discipline is and will always be reinforcement based. I have experience with reactive dogs and understand any dog can be reactive in the right setting, so meet and greets are a must! Our personal working dogs are not within the home's boundaries and remain with their flock at all times.
Home
Information Catherine O. would like to know about your pet
Please provide a detailed expectation of care you would like me to provide, especially including any medications and special needs and how they need to be administered along with your pets typical temperament.
A typical day
I like to give a little extra time to socialize with your pet during visits so any recurring visits, they will remember it being a pleasant encounter.
Location
Athens, MI


Catherine O.
Athens, MI