Dani L.
Snohomish, WA
Services
Dani can host
Dani can care for
Availability
My schedule is flexible and build around the current dogs in my care, which is a big part of why I can give a visiting dog real attention. Dogs are already woven into my daily rhythm, so feeding, walks, play, and rest breaks are built into my day rather than squeezed around it. I plan my hours around each dog's routine and stay close by for most of the day, with regular potty breaks, appropriate mental and/or physical stimulation, and calm downtime in between.
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About Dani L.
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I understand that dogs need help to decompress when in new environments and situations. My first focus is to help them orient to me and if boarding, my home. This looks like social games, confidence building games and routine. I help all dogs know the expectations I have for them and set them up for success and a calm mind. If boarding with me the first step will be on leash while supervised or in a crate if not. This is until the dog and I have a relationship and I know them as far as safety around my resident dog and cat. If safe they are welcome to join in on pack play and house access. Otherwise they will remain safely separated from my resident animals. I live on about an acre in the Clearview woods. I have a 4ft fenced yard as well as additional accessible land to dogs that can earn that privilege. There are no neighboring animals for the dogs to see. I can safely separate client dogs from resident animals. I am well versed in dog body language, decompression, and safe play.
Home
Information Dani L. would like to know about your pet
Any special needs or noted past aggression towards animals or humans. Queues your dog responds to such as potty, break, and rest words. Any noticed pain your pet has been experiencing lately or strange new behaviors you have observed.
A typical day
Fulfilled dogs are my goal. The dog themselves will dictate our activities but I also love to know from owners what favorite activities are! The following are possible among others: Scatter feeds, short training sessions, fetch, tug, flirt pole, scent work, boundary patrols, cuddles, find it games and confidence building games and enforced nap time.
Location
Snohomish, WA
Pets
Pro trainer student behaviorist
Pet care experience
I grew up showing and working with terriers in 4H. These days I work as a professional dog trainer, so reading canine body language comes naturally to me. Large breeds and working dogs are where I'm most at home. I share my life with a working line German Shepherd, so high energy and serious pulling power doesn't rattle me. I keep dogs on their normal feeding and walking routines, watch for the small signals that show how they're settling in, and give each one calm, attentive company. My focus stays on keeping your dog comfortable, appropriately stimulated, and genuinely cared for while you're away. I am insured, mentored, and committed to my mission of creating happy healthy canine companions.
Cat care experience
Dani also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Dani was super helpful with fundamental training for my Dachshund Edgar - sit, stay, and recall. Edgar is very stubborn but treat motivated, which Dani applied to training, both 1-1 with Edgar and giving me tips on how to integrate recall training into our daily routine. I will definitely continue to work with Dani on training Edgar and would highly recommend them :)
Dani is phenomenal with dogs. I have a rescue German Shepherd mix, Koda, who is really nervous around strangers but was comfortable around Dani right away. Dani treats Koda, and all other dogs they meet, with the utmost care and respect. Not only does Dani have an excellent understanding of dog behavior and communication, they are also working towards their dog training certifications while practicing with two different training mentors. I would trust Dani to take care of Koda anywhere, anytime!
My dog is always in good hands when he is at their house! They have a very well trained and well behaved dog who helps keep my pup entertained. Their property is fully fenced with a very big yard with plenty of toys and fun sticks for the doggies!! They are a dog trainer as well so I know my dog will come home behaved and relaxed.
About Dani L.
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I understand that dogs need help to decompress when in new environments and situations. My first focus is to help them orient to me and if boarding, my home. This looks like social games, confidence building games and routine. I help all dogs know the expectations I have for them and set them up for success and a calm mind. If boarding with me the first step will be on leash while supervised or in a crate if not. This is until the dog and I have a relationship and I know them as far as safety around my resident dog and cat. If safe they are welcome to join in on pack play and house access. Otherwise they will remain safely separated from my resident animals. I live on about an acre in the Clearview woods. I have a 4ft fenced yard as well as additional accessible land to dogs that can earn that privilege. There are no neighboring animals for the dogs to see. I can safely separate client dogs from resident animals. I am well versed in dog body language, decompression, and safe play.
Home
Information Dani L. would like to know about your pet
Any special needs or noted past aggression towards animals or humans. Queues your dog responds to such as potty, break, and rest words. Any noticed pain your pet has been experiencing lately or strange new behaviors you have observed.
A typical day
Fulfilled dogs are my goal. The dog themselves will dictate our activities but I also love to know from owners what favorite activities are! The following are possible among others: Scatter feeds, short training sessions, fetch, tug, flirt pole, scent work, boundary patrols, cuddles, find it games and confidence building games and enforced nap time.
Dani L.
Snohomish, WA