Christy B.
Brentwood-Darlington, OR
Your dog will be part of our pack!
Pet care experience
We are a loving household comprised of myself, my husband, our two kiddos and two sweet hound dogs. Frito is a yellow hound/lab mix who loves to run and play with other dogs! Bacca is a coonhound with the attitude to match! He likes to express himself often and loudly, but can be a very chill guy once he's gotten his sniffs in. Both are friendly towards all kinds of critters, and we love going to the nearby (within walking distance) dog park. We have experience with dog sitting in our home and we have in the past fostered deaf dogs (through Deaf Dogs of Oregon rescue) while they are found their forever homes. Our house isn't large, but the dogs are basically in charge and we like it that way (they are our kids!) We have a large fenced back yard for the pooches to run in as well. About this sitter: My husband works outside the home Monday through Friday and I work very part time outside the home with my main job being stay at home mom to my two kiddos (so I'm home a lot!).I love hanging out with my dogs and kids most of the time. We go to the dog park and for walks around the neighborhood, and hang out in the back yard. My hubby is a big help with the dogs as well. Why I love dog sitting Both my husband and I grew up loving dogs. My family always had two or three dogs on my parents' 4 acre homestead. We always had big dogs, and a few wiener dogs. They were always part of the family. My husband Justin rescued our late dog Jughead when he was a puppy from a neglectful home, and trained him up to be an awesome dog, who we still miss very much. We adopted our dog Frito together when he was 8 weeks old and he's grown up in our care a very good boy. Our newest addition is still learning how to be a good dog, but Frito is setting a great example so far! Meet my pets We have one roommate, and she came with a kitty! Allie is a sweet 10ish year old tabby cat who doesn't really like dogs, but she tolerates them fine. Her room is a no dog zone (complete with child gate in the doorway) so she can go there to avoid any dogs she really doesn't like. About my yard We have a large backyard, about 1/3 of which is covered. The rest is open, with three large pine and cedar trees in the back third of the yard near the back fence. We have two couches that the dogs often run around, and over when they are playing. There isn't much grass (it won't grow) and the dirt gets a bit dusty when its dry. The dogs like to run, play, and lay out in the sunshine.
Reviews
Christy and her family are amazing dog sitters, my pup has gotten along with all sitters but this one has been her clear favorite! I appreciate the sweet photos that I've gotten during stays and know that she's in good hands. I know she must be playing hard while she's there because she comes back ready to sleep! Thank you for taking such good care of my best friend. :)
Christy treated Sophie with loving care. She was also very accommodating when we had a family emergency that kept us out of town longer than we anticipated.
Always terrific. They really make my wacko mutt feel like part of the family!
Christy was awesome - pogo loved it
About Christy B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large fully fenced back yard and two dogs too keep your dog company. I can also easily crate your dog if needed.
Home
Information Christy B. would like to know about your pet
We have no breed preferences, our dogs are good with large and small breeds, although we prefer to watch the medium/ large dogs best. We are alright with giving medicines and any other special care. We have experience with deaf and blind dogs.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks We love to go to the dog park not far from our home (Brentwood park)! If your dog can play nicely at the park we would love to take them with us. The park is fenced with a water bowl, and we bring our ball chucker! We also just walk around the neighborhood, there is another pleasant park a few blocks in the opposite direction from the dog park. Your dog's sleeping arrangement We have all dogs in our bedroom when we sleep. It will be your preference to whether you want us to kennel your dog at night or not. If your dog has chewing or soiling issues it may be better to kennel them, but we have a kennel in the room/we will put your kennel in our room with us. The room has a door leading straight to the back yard. Time I'll spend with your dog As much as possible! At least 12 hrs a day..I work during the day but am home basically every evening. My fiance and roommate are also home when they are not at work.
Services
Christy can host
Availability
I currently work very part time and am a stay at home mom the rest of the time so I'm pretty flexible with accommodating your dogs needs.
About Christy B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a large fully fenced back yard and two dogs too keep your dog company. I can also easily crate your dog if needed.
Home
Information Christy B. would like to know about your pet
We have no breed preferences, our dogs are good with large and small breeds, although we prefer to watch the medium/ large dogs best. We are alright with giving medicines and any other special care. We have experience with deaf and blind dogs.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks We love to go to the dog park not far from our home (Brentwood park)! If your dog can play nicely at the park we would love to take them with us. The park is fenced with a water bowl, and we bring our ball chucker! We also just walk around the neighborhood, there is another pleasant park a few blocks in the opposite direction from the dog park. Your dog's sleeping arrangement We have all dogs in our bedroom when we sleep. It will be your preference to whether you want us to kennel your dog at night or not. If your dog has chewing or soiling issues it may be better to kennel them, but we have a kennel in the room/we will put your kennel in our room with us. The room has a door leading straight to the back yard. Time I'll spend with your dog As much as possible! At least 12 hrs a day..I work during the day but am home basically every evening. My fiance and roommate are also home when they are not at work.
Location
Portland, OR
Pets
Christy B.
Brentwood-Darlington, OR