Chrissie M.
Manhattan Beach, CA
Earning the Love & Trust of Dogs
Pet care experience
I lost my Heart-Dog, a brilliant border collie named Beau last year. I miss taking care of him. I always felt responsible for Beau’s health & wellbeing, AS A DOG. Bringing him the best life possible was a joy. Treating my him like a human was never the goal. (Though he understood language and cues so well he often felt human). Learning his personality and needs was the goal. Seeing him happy, relaxed and social was the goal. And that will be my goal with your pup. Raising dogs is like raising young children (I have 4grown kids. Being loving, consistent and clear goes a long way. Establishing patterns of behavior that bring connection and peace. To that end. I will do my best to train your dog in my home with love and consistency. I’m very good at leash training and will have lots of insight for you if you have issues in walks. Let me know. My neighborhood is pleasant and I will walk twice a day in addition to yard play.
Reviews
Chrissie is amazing! She was so attentive and intuitive to our dogs’ needs! She took great care of our home and left it sparkling clean for us to come home to!
About Chrissie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a private backyard with grass (about 20 x 45 feet) And a nice neighborhood for long walks. I have a bike with a dog attachment if you want me to run your pet. My home is cozy and that is why we cannot take two dogs. I will be a firm and loving teacher of your dog in my home. Or yours. I will be a student of your dog to understand what they like and need. However, I expect all dogs to be mindful & peaceful in the home. If there is excessive nervousness, barking, scratching or chewing, then I will ask for the dog to be removed. I do not have a crate, but if your dogs prefers one or has issues, please consider bringing one. I will rely on the owner to fill me in on their dog and act accordingly.
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Information Chrissie M. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if you dogs has special needs or favorite types of affection. Especially tell me if your dog is afraid of certain things or people. I love intelligent herder breeds, I am not comfortable with dogs that bark a lot.
A typical day
I like to keep the routine the dog is used to. I wake up early and go to bed by 10pm. So hopefully that suits your dog. I take the dog immediately to the back yard in the morning to potty and last thing in the evening. I can do a walk before breakfast or after depending on your dog’s routine. Lots of rubs and conversation will go on in house. Plenty of time in the backyard with balls and toys. And I like a long walk in the afternoon.
Services
Chrissie can host
Chrissie can watch in your home
Availability
I currently work from home except for a few hours each week that I teach Pilates. When I take dogs for care, I plan on all the time I need to do the job or I won’t take the job. I will listen intently to what is important to you and do my utmost to bring that to your pup. If I can’t or don’t. I will tell you. Not hide it.
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About Chrissie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a private backyard with grass (about 20 x 45 feet) And a nice neighborhood for long walks. I have a bike with a dog attachment if you want me to run your pet. My home is cozy and that is why we cannot take two dogs. I will be a firm and loving teacher of your dog in my home. Or yours. I will be a student of your dog to understand what they like and need. However, I expect all dogs to be mindful & peaceful in the home. If there is excessive nervousness, barking, scratching or chewing, then I will ask for the dog to be removed. I do not have a crate, but if your dogs prefers one or has issues, please consider bringing one. I will rely on the owner to fill me in on their dog and act accordingly.
Home
Information Chrissie M. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if you dogs has special needs or favorite types of affection. Especially tell me if your dog is afraid of certain things or people. I love intelligent herder breeds, I am not comfortable with dogs that bark a lot.
A typical day
I like to keep the routine the dog is used to. I wake up early and go to bed by 10pm. So hopefully that suits your dog. I take the dog immediately to the back yard in the morning to potty and last thing in the evening. I can do a walk before breakfast or after depending on your dog’s routine. Lots of rubs and conversation will go on in house. Plenty of time in the backyard with balls and toys. And I like a long walk in the afternoon.
Location
Manhattan Beach, CA
Chrissie M.
Manhattan Beach, CA