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Dakota A.

South Mountain, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews
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Great with high maintenance pups

Pet care experience

Thank you so much for considering me to look after your best friend! My name is Dakota, I have been caring for dogs professionally for the last 5 years, and I have been an animal lover all my life. I started out with one little chunk of my own, and have recently opened my home to two baby girls in need of a family giving me a total of three little loves. All of my girls are rescues and the best puppies I could ever ask for. I have been employed at Petsmart stores across the valley training, playing with, caring for and boarding dogs since I was legally old enough to work. After so much time taking care of dogs in a corporate setting I am ready to bring my own special brand of care to home around the valley! I am currently in veterinary school and have dedicated my life to the care of animals. There is no cat, dog, mouse, snake, or spider I am unwilling to show some love to! During my career, I have learned far more than the average college student looking to make a quick buck. I am certified to preform CPR on canines, as well as administer medications to even the most snippy of pups! I specialize in special needs dogs and cats. I have worked with diabetic, paralyzed, blind, deaf, and many other disabilities in canines. I have a long history of learning and identifying animal behavior, so your companion will never be at risk of doing something that could possibly harm them physically or mentally. Throughout my work I have become accustom to animals of every temperament imaginable. I have worked extensively with dog trainers though the Petsmart training program, so who knows, your pooch may learn a thing or two spending time with me! I look forward to meeting you and your furry friends!

Reviews

Marlene S.
House Sitting • may. 20, 2019
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We just had Dakota pet sit our 3 fur babies for the 3rd time. This time was for a week while we were out of the country. She's awesome! we had no doubts or worries and when we arrived home everyone was perfect... Thanks Dakota 😊

Cindy T.
Drop-In Visits • mar. 09, 2019
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We were very happy with Dakota. Our dogs loved her, and she took great care of them. She ent us lots of pictures. We will use her again.

Raymond P.
House Sitting • ene. 24, 2019
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Dakota did a great job with Bowser and watching over our house. I didn’t get as many updates as expected but she was alway available when contacting her. There was an incident were one of our cats got out and she didn’t notice and luckily a neighbor found her and brought her home. Overall she did good and maintained the house and would book her again.

Marlene S.
House Sitting • ago. 09, 2018
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Dakota was great she was even willing to do a couple of meet n greets before her stay. We had a couple of issues with chatting thru Rover(not getting messages) but she quickly realized and messaged me with her personal number and it put me at ease. Our pups loved her and I think she has new friends for life ♡... Thanks Dakota we'll definitely use you again!

About Dakota A.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in about a day
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Dakota A. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know a dog's temperament when meeting children, strangers, and other dogs for the first time. Additionally, I would like to be made aware of any lumps, bumps, bruises, or medical issues. If your pooch has certain quirks or unusually behavior please inform me of that as well, I'd hate to make them uncomfortable!

A typical day

I am a big fan of walking dogs in local parks and taking them to run and play in dog parks! I believe socialization is crucial to development and is beneficial for dogs of any age. That being said, I fully understand that some pooches are home bodies and may be uncomfortable in a new social setting. For shy dogs We will enjoy a leisurely around the neighborhood, and/or comfortable social setting. For more social dogs I enjoy taking my fur balls to places such as Tempe Town Lake in Tempe, and Cosmo Park in Gilbert. Both areas are next to water which makes these location perfect for walks and play during the Arizona summers. For really adventurous pups, Cosmo dog park has its own dog beach that allowing your fur baby to splash and play in the water in a controlled and secure facility.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Dakota can watch in your home

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

About Dakota A.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in about a day
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Dakota A. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know a dog's temperament when meeting children, strangers, and other dogs for the first time. Additionally, I would like to be made aware of any lumps, bumps, bruises, or medical issues. If your pooch has certain quirks or unusually behavior please inform me of that as well, I'd hate to make them uncomfortable!

A typical day

I am a big fan of walking dogs in local parks and taking them to run and play in dog parks! I believe socialization is crucial to development and is beneficial for dogs of any age. That being said, I fully understand that some pooches are home bodies and may be uncomfortable in a new social setting. For shy dogs We will enjoy a leisurely around the neighborhood, and/or comfortable social setting. For more social dogs I enjoy taking my fur balls to places such as Tempe Town Lake in Tempe, and Cosmo Park in Gilbert. Both areas are next to water which makes these location perfect for walks and play during the Arizona summers. For really adventurous pups, Cosmo dog park has its own dog beach that allowing your fur baby to splash and play in the water in a controlled and secure facility.

Location

Phoenix, AZ

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Dakota A.

South Mountain, AZ

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews