Dakota M.
Dakota M.
Contact for Boarding
from $26 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Because every paw deserves love!
What sets me apart is that I’ve grown up surrounded by animals my whole life—dogs, cats, fish, and even the occasional bunny. Because of this, I’m comfortable with all kinds of personalities and needs. I have experience walking energetic dogs, caring for playful puppies, and making sure senior pets feel safe and comfortable. My background helps me tune in to each pet’s unique routine and give them the same love and attention they’d get from you.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Dakota was wonderful with our high energy year old boxer puppy. Our pup was well cared for and came home tired.
Dakota is my daughter, so I've known her for her whole life. We got our first family pet, a Siberian Husky named Tabby, when Dakota was three. Then we adopted two kittens, Cali and Princess, when she was five, and we ended up adopting two of our foster kittens, Grayson and Garrett. She grew up learning how to play with, take care of, and respect animals. As she got older, she took on more responsibility in their care. I could always trust her to let Tabby out in the yard or take her for a walk while I was at work, and both would be safe in the house when I got home. She volunteered to go to her aunt's to care for her pets while her aunt was out of town and offered to take family or friend's dogs for walks during holiday gatherings. She helped bathe, walk, and feed her brother's King Shepherd, Sarge, who turned out to be a more difficult dog as he had abandonment and anxiety issues. When Dakota moved out, she took it upon herself to take Garrett to the vet for a check up, get his shots, and get him groomed before taking him to live with her in her new home. She has also been talking about getting her own puppy to complete her furbaby family (at least for now). Dakota's unending love for animals and responsible character along with her calm demeanor makes her the perfect person to walk and care for your dog.
Dakota is truly amazing with animals. You can instantly see the love and care she gives to every pet, treating them like her own. She is gentle, patient, and incredibly attentive to each pet’s needs, whether it’s cuddles, playtime, or just making them feel safe. I would wholeheartedly recommend Dakota to anyone looking for someone loving and trustworthy to care for their pets.
First off Dakota will go above and beyond taking care of your pet! She loves her own animals as her own children and she will do the same with yours too. On top of her being amazing with animals she is an amazing person! Trust me Dakota is very responsible and loving to all animals. I highly recommend!
Koda❤️’s great with animals. She has one cat that’s well taken care of. He’s really friendly. She’s always patient with not just her cat, but also her friends dogs. She has a way with animals they love to play with her. She’s taking for care of for cats and a dog all at the same time finding time to play with all of them and take the dog out for walks. She understands what they can and cannot eat along why they do certain things.
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Schedule
I currently work full-time, but I have some flexibility during the week with enough notice. I hope to be working from home full-time soon, which will allow me to be home more often and more readily available to help care for your fur babies during special events, last-minute trips, or whenever you need an extra hand!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
As of right now, I have a domestic long-haired cat and a puppy who is a Mastiff-Pit mix. I’ve had my cat, Garrett, since he was born and my puppy, Storm, since April of this year. They are getting along much better now, although Garrett will occasionally swat at Storm when he gets a little too playful—there have never been any fights between them. Storm is very sweet, social, and full of energy, and he loves playing with other dogs. I also have extra rooms available to give visiting dogs their own space when they need a break, some quiet time, or simply a little room to themselves.
Pets
A typical day
I’m happy to tailor each dog’s day to their individual needs and energy level. If they prefer a relaxed day lounging around, we can keep things calm and cozy. If they’re high-energy and need more stimulation, we can go on walks through the park or my neighborhood, play, and find fun activities that provide both physical and mental enrichment.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatCrate-trained dogs onlyDakota can host up to 1 pet per night
- Please let me know of any medical issues or concerns your pet may have, as I want to be sure I’m fully equipped to care for your fur baby. I’d also love to know about their regular routine, including feeding times, nap or quiet-time needs, energy level, personality, triggers, and anything else that may help me make their stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.