Christy T.
Christy T.
Contact for Boarding
from $65 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
fenced yard, comfort, woods walks
UPDATE 9/1/26: Hi everyone, i'm resuming dog boarding/sitting/hiking after back-to-back big surgeries for my dog, then me! We are doing great. I'm an animal lover who now exclusively cares for dogs in my home. I have a fenced backyard, am about 5 minutes from interstate 93 and have a family that loves dogs. I take my own dog (12 yr old golden retriever mix) for different hikes/walks in the woods nearby around an hour every day (sometimes longer depending on the visiting dog/s); these walks are definitely a highlight for our doggy visitors. I will take yours too if he/she is good on a leash or possibly if he/she sticks very close by and responds well to commands off-leash (and if larger, doesn't need assistance in and out of a vehicle). I have had dogs living in my home since I was born, and to me dogs are family. I understand how difficult it can be to trust someone you don't know with your "baby". Your fur baby's safety and welfare are my utmost concern! Hopefully my 100% positive reviews and the many photos I included which portray the love and comfort, backyard fun, and woods walks/hikes that your dog will enjoy when staying with me will help reassure you! My golden mix boy is still playful at 12 and will play with younger dogs intermittently but knows when to leave older dogs alone. He is older, so dogs who need to play constantly wouldn't be a good match for him. However, I often board dogs who like to play with each other. I usually only board up to two dogs besides mine at a time, so your dog will get plenty of human attention and also have a doggy companion or two. (Occasionally, board 3 or possibly 4 a night or two of overlap if it is a busy vacation week and mostly my regular dogs that I know well who along with other dogs well.) Five dogs at any time (including mine and any doggy daycare dog) is my max at busier times. Doggy dynamics are important to me. note: I do most of my business off-Rover and by word of mouth, so don't show as many reviews/repeat customers as some and Rover’s “star sitters” are those that Rover makes more money off of because they stay on the app and show more repeat customers through it.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Christy was wonderful, and my dog (Alice) absolutely adored her! Christy is communicative, friendly, and has an obvious love for the dogs in her care -- Alice will definitely be back!!
Christy T. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.
Christy was great! Very communicative, friendly, and most importantly - clearly a huge dog lover! Butter seemed to overcome MY anxiety and enjoyed her four night stay with Christy and her family! Christy sent numerous pictures and messages and was very flexible with drop off and pick up timing. Thank you Christy!
Loving caregiver in wonderful country home. Our pup got tons of attention and lots of activity! Christy is flexible, easy to deal with, professional and responsive. Location is quick jaunt off 93.
The best care! Took my dog for daily walks with other dogs, send me great pictures. She’s a 10plus!!
She was flexible, met us halfway between where we were staying and her place, communicated perfectly, was on time, and sent many photos. Atlas came home exhausted and happy. Would easily book again.
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Schedule
I'm currently working exclusively caring for dogs at home, so I will be around for them! Your boarding dog should be able to be left at my home alone or with other dogs (separate room if you prefer) for 3-4 hours occasionally. If your dog is just coming during the day for doggie day care, I will plan for them to be supervised the whole time. I list 2-4 hours for being let outside, but most of the time it's whenever they want (except at night...hopefully they can go 7 or 8 hrs). A daily/walk hike in the woods will definitely be a highlight of your dog's visit (unless they are too old and you'd prefer they stay home). I can also play fetch with them in the backyard if that is something they enjoy. My family will also love on your pet when they're around.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced backyard and there will be at least one friendly dog (mine) for fur baby camraderie. It is a very pet-friendly home, and your dog can sleep on the couch or a dog bed when he/she is tired of playing. If your dog is boarding and used to sleeping in a crate or being crated when unsupervised (3-4 hours max), please bring your dog's crate because I don't have any. I always send daily pic updates portraying the backyard fun, woods walks and people/dog interactions your dog will enjoy!
Pets
A typical day
I take my dog for a walk or hike on trails nearby for about an hour daily, sometimes longer depending on the dogs that are staying with me. I can take yours as well if he/she is good on a leash (my back can't tolerate leash pullers unless they are little!) AND if they can get into a vehicle without being lifted if they are larger. If you are very confident they will stick close off-leash with someone other than you, that could also be a possibility. If he or she isn't good on a leash, he/she will need to stay behind when we walk. My whole family loves animals and will give your pet attention too when they are around. I can also play fetch in the backyard with your dog if that is something they enjoy.