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Dana H.

Newton, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Experienced dog walker/sitter !

Pet care experience

I have grown up taking care of dogs as well as having had many pet sitting and house sitting jobs. I am vigilant and care immensely about the care and love for all animals.

Reviews

Grace B.
House Sitting • Oct 04, 2022
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Dana took great care of my dog Dante and made sure to update me and send pics throughout her stay. Thanks Dana!!

Kathryn H.
Aug 29, 2022

Dana is a fantastic dog sitter and has been our go-to sitter for the last 3 years, ever since my pup was a puppy. Our dog loves her so much, we have even been known to schedule our vk around when Dana is available! My dog loves how she is super active and loving, and I love how she always sends lots of photos and Is super organized and professional. We are very grateful for her services!

Rebecca F.
Aug 23, 2022

Dana is a great dog sitter! She is responsible, reliable and genuinely appreciates the chance to hang out with our pet. She takes her on long walks and snaps a photo to let us know all is well. She is willing to stay over to keep the dog company when we are out of town and she is a good house guest. Dana has been dog sitting for us for years and I highly recommend her.

Stephany L.
Aug 22, 2022

Dana was the best and most caring/understanding dog walker ever! My dog is reactive to other dogs and as he's a 65-lb dog, I get nervous letting other people walk him. But Dana did an amazing job handling and treating my dog, Nugget, with care and love. Nugget ended up trusting her within the first walk and Dana has become a person I can rely on when I get busy or need someone to stay with Nugget as I go do errands for the day. I'd highly recommend Dana's services, with small or large dogs alike!

About Dana H.

Communication

Usually responds in within a few days

Skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do not own a dog currently however in every dog sitting position I have paid close attention and followed their directions meticulously as well as being in great communication with their owners if any questions arise. I also like to update the owners with photos and frequent updates on how their dog is doing!

Information Dana H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special behaviors, whether it be on walks, indoors or overall. Also, I’d love to follow a routine of theirs, as I believe that can be important for them so they know what to expect and can trust I know how to care for them. It’s also important to know how the dog will react to other dogs when crossing paths outside. Dietary restrictions and fears are also very important information!

A typical day

For fun activities I will often bring dogs to some of the great and beloved dog walking places around such as Amethyst brook, the Mount Holyoke range, Atkins reservoir and more! I love spending time with dogs so throughout the day I like to include them in whatever I’m doing whether it’s doing work on my computer or getting fresh air! I will of course give the dog many pets, treats if allowed and some FUN playtime. For some of the dogs I have dog sat, the owners have mentioned they loved getting ice cream, so on occasion when it is alright with the owner I will take the dog to get an ice cream!

Services

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

Dana can watch in your home

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

Availability

I just finished a job working at a greenhouse and have been simultaneously house and dog sitting while I apply to positions in my field of computer science. I have lots of available time and energy to care for dogs.

About Dana H.

Communication

Usually responds in within a few days

Skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do not own a dog currently however in every dog sitting position I have paid close attention and followed their directions meticulously as well as being in great communication with their owners if any questions arise. I also like to update the owners with photos and frequent updates on how their dog is doing!

Information Dana H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special behaviors, whether it be on walks, indoors or overall. Also, I’d love to follow a routine of theirs, as I believe that can be important for them so they know what to expect and can trust I know how to care for them. It’s also important to know how the dog will react to other dogs when crossing paths outside. Dietary restrictions and fears are also very important information!

A typical day

For fun activities I will often bring dogs to some of the great and beloved dog walking places around such as Amethyst brook, the Mount Holyoke range, Atkins reservoir and more! I love spending time with dogs so throughout the day I like to include them in whatever I’m doing whether it’s doing work on my computer or getting fresh air! I will of course give the dog many pets, treats if allowed and some FUN playtime. For some of the dogs I have dog sat, the owners have mentioned they loved getting ice cream, so on occasion when it is alright with the owner I will take the dog to get an ice cream!

Location

Newton, MA

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Dana H.

Newton, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews