Cheryl S.
Elgin, AZ
Retired dog biz owner/behaviorist
Pet care experience
Hello, I am the former owner/operator of Dog Play Afternoon, cage free boarding and training in VA. with over 25 plus years of experience training, walking, sitting and caring for animals. I have recently moved my six rescue dogs, four feral cats and tortious to Elgin, AZ to live on 36 acres and start my non-profit animal sanctuary. I am also retired from Real Estate and so I have plenty of time to walk, treat and love on your fury kids. I strive to give top notch care and the attention they (and you) deserve. I will never allow another person into your home or allow anyone other than myself to walk or care for your pet. You will meet with and interview ME and I will be the one and only person (with emergency exception) to enter your home or care for your pet. Don't trust your personal space and the health of your fur kids to just anyone. Hire a professional who knows how to handle the sometimes crazy, unpredictable things pets can and will do.
Reviews
Cheryl was phenomenal! She took care of my high need diabetic and blind dog plus my easy going male and a skittish Yorkie. They are a handful. Cheryl was on time as usual and made sure they were all taken care of before leaving. We will definitely use her again and highly recommend her!
Cheryl is very dependable, and offers great suggestions. She is prompt with her visit summaries and provides photos. Its soo nice to receive the updates as to how the visits went. I couldn't be happier.
Cheryl is dependable and looks out for the best interest of the pups.
We loved having Ms. Cheryl! We have had bad experiences in the past and Cheryl made us feel at ease with her watching over our fur babies! While away she updated with pictures and just to say hi. Upon our return our babies were healthy & happy to see us but when Cheryl brought back the keys they were happy to see her again which is always a good sign! We will definitely be booking her for our next time away. Thank you, Cheryl!!
About Cheryl S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have 36 acres that is partially fenced, a large horse barn that can be used to secure outdoor dogs, fenced in corrals for play time and can currently accommodate one small dog inside my RV with me at a time. I will be adding more individual spaces very soon as well as a cat room.
Information Cheryl S. would like to know about your pet
I can care for any breed of dog or cat. I will ask several questions before taking on your job such as what your regular feeding and exercise routine is What you allow your pet to do and what is off limits. I strive to make your pets routine as similar and regular as possible.
A typical day
Well behaved dogs can be off leash and cage free on my property while I am out and about, we take walks, hikes or play with other dogs if your pet is good with others. I can also accommodate crate trained or single dogs that may not play well with others. There may be additional fees involved with dogs that need to be separated. As a prior trainer, I will continue to reinforce good behaviours or skills you may already be working on. Your dog will not develop any unwanted behaviours while in my care.
Services
Cheryl can watch in your home
Availability
I am retired and I stay on my property most days to care for my animals and yours but I can easily get away to do a drop in visit to your place for animals that prefer to stay in their own homes. I am very flexible when it comes to house visits and walking.
About Cheryl S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have 36 acres that is partially fenced, a large horse barn that can be used to secure outdoor dogs, fenced in corrals for play time and can currently accommodate one small dog inside my RV with me at a time. I will be adding more individual spaces very soon as well as a cat room.
Information Cheryl S. would like to know about your pet
I can care for any breed of dog or cat. I will ask several questions before taking on your job such as what your regular feeding and exercise routine is What you allow your pet to do and what is off limits. I strive to make your pets routine as similar and regular as possible.
A typical day
Well behaved dogs can be off leash and cage free on my property while I am out and about, we take walks, hikes or play with other dogs if your pet is good with others. I can also accommodate crate trained or single dogs that may not play well with others. There may be additional fees involved with dogs that need to be separated. As a prior trainer, I will continue to reinforce good behaviours or skills you may already be working on. Your dog will not develop any unwanted behaviours while in my care.
Location
Elgin, AZ
Pets
Cheryl S.
Elgin, AZ