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Colby S.

Charles Village, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
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Reliable, LGBTQ-Friendly Dog Lover

Pet care experience

Hi there, I’m Colby, born and grown in Baltimore. *COVID Update*: I keep my germ-pod very small, wear a mask whenever I leave the house, and promise to clean whatever surfaces I touch in your house. I'm open to getting tested before house sitting upon request. I so appreciate the people who give me the chance to connect with sweet furry creatures all over the city, practice my amateur, positivity-based dog training, and play outside! I use they/them pronouns. You'll find me to be a reliable, personable, and thoughtful person who loves dogs (puppy - senior). I love animals of all kinds and have really enjoyed sitting through Rover - I get to share space with so many doggy personalities. I've had the chance to learn from two amazing dog trainers in Baltimore, so I’ve picked up a few things about training dogs gently and effectively - by reading their body language. I am willing to work with dogs of any size and temperament, and will not let your training go to waste -- I help them practice polite behavior on and off leash, reward their calming signals to encourage self-regulation, and continue whatever training you've established. Whether you need someone to water the plants, feed the rabbit, or walk the dog when you're away, I hope to be a resource! I can provide references upon request.

Reviews

Kerrie C.
Dog Boarding • Feb 01, 2020
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Colby was awesome. Rusty was overjoyed with her stay. Would absolutely work with Colby again!

Laura R.
House Sitting • May 18, 2019
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Colby was wonderful! They were super accommodating & flexible with my last-minute request for a weekend of dog/house-sitting, they sent me photos & updates throughout the weekend (which helped with my own separation anxiety), and we came home to a happy pupster. I especially appreciated Colby taking Chloe on adventures, so Chloe had some extra fun in her weekend to distract her from our absence—and some good exercise too. I felt confident that my pupper was in good hands with Colby, and I would 100% book them again in the future.

Reid B.
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2017
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Colby was very good with my shy dog and very good communicating with updates.

Cayonie S.
Dog Walking • Mar 23, 2017
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Awesome!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ our dogs love her. She is very trust worthy and reliable!!

About Colby S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Colby S. would like to know about your pet

I'd love to know about any of your dogs' behaviors that you aren't fond of - I will learn and maintain any system you’ve established for navigating the issue.

A typical day

Does your dog like to go jogging? Play fetch? Go on long walks in the woods? Visit dog parks? I stay active, and your pup is welcome to join for any of my adventures :)

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Colby can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Colby can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Colby S.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Colby S. would like to know about your pet

I'd love to know about any of your dogs' behaviors that you aren't fond of - I will learn and maintain any system you’ve established for navigating the issue.

A typical day

Does your dog like to go jogging? Play fetch? Go on long walks in the woods? Visit dog parks? I stay active, and your pup is welcome to join for any of my adventures :)

Location

Baltimore, MD

Colby S.'s Neighborhood

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Colby S.

Charles Village, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews