Deedee K.
Longmont, CO
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Sit at your house or mine.
Pet care experience
I love dogs and really, ALL animals. I am dedicated to taking care of your pet and making you feel comfortable that your dog is in loving hands. I quit my job working at the District Attorney's Office some years back and want nothing more than to hang out with your dog and/or take care of him/her in your home or mine:) Ahh, the good life with dogs. My last beloved dog died a few years ago and the ONLY silver lining in her passing, is that I'm able to take care of other dogs. It also keeps me from getting my own dog, which provides more flexibility (travel) in my life. I love walking & hiking with a dog at my side and enjoy getting to know them with all their unique habits & personalities. I am super responsible and make your dog my priority. If I dog sit at your home, I try to leave it nicer than when I came :) I am also an avid gardener so if I stay at your house, I am great with your outside & inside plants. I charge an additional $20 if you can't retrieve your dog before noon the last day of the stay and $30 if after 8pm. I limit the amount of time I spend away from my home when I have your dog, as they are social beings and I want them to have as much of my company as possible, and to keep them active. I don't want them just sleeping all day. I have dog bowls if you don't want to shlep yours over. I always do a 'meet and greet' prior to your dog's visit so that we (your dog and I) get a flavor of one another. Then the transition is much smoother when you do drop them off, or I come there; as they then have the scent & familiarity of my place and of me. It's important to know if it's a good fit for all of us. We can have a pow-wow afterward to discuss whatever is necessary. If you are working on some specific form of training, let me know and I will be happy to continue it to help reinforce their learning. I welcome leash-trained dogs, especially if it is a large dog. Shoulders pulled out of their sockets is not pleasurable. I always send you pictures and texts to keep you in touch with your dog while you're away (unless you don't want that). If it's not enough, feel free to disclose YOUR separation anxiety and text me to give you more updates ;) I treat your dog like my own. I have had dogs all my life. Not having them around feels strange. I have done a lot of dog training in order to have well-behaved dogs that I could take anywhere with me and not be humiliated lol. I feel that training our dogs is another way of expressing our love for them as we can then include them in more in our lives. We allow them more freedom and experiences when they are trained. I have done many road trips & camped often with my dogs. Dogs are the best teachers for experiencing and cultivating unconditional love. About my yard: I have a nice fenced-in yard and a large doggie door. Lots of squirrel activity in the trees lining my yard, which is always a source of attention for dogs. My experience administering medication: Yes. I don't shy away from medical stuff at all. I'm no sissy....... "Dogs are people too". If more people were like dogs, we might have a more perfect world :-)
Reviews
Deedee took such great care of our pups. They looked so cozy and happy in her care. It’s also clear that Deedee is a true dog lover. Highly recommend Deedee!
Dee Dee was fantastic and I would highly recommend her for dog sitting. She is reliable, patient and kind - my Bernese Mountain Dog adored her. I felt comfortable having her in my home and she went above and beyond in her care of both my dog and house. It made our trip more enjoyable knowing she was there and I will definitely ask her to help again.
This was Lenny's second stay with DeeDee and it was every bit as great as the first! Lenny went charging up the steps and right into her house when we arrived, so he was obviously happy to see her and not at all anxious. DeeDee send pictures and updates very regularly and took him on all sorts of adventures, plus she is just a warm and lovely person. We trust her implicitly with our boy and will book her again any time we are able.
DeeDee is a very kind person with a calming presence who showed our dog Lenny lots of love while we were away for 10 days (a long time for us to be away from him!). We totally trusted her judgment - she is very responsible and perceptive about a dog's needs and wants, and also paid close attention to the info we had provided about his routine and his quirks. She took him on lots of adventures and let him meet lots of people, which is pretty much his favorite thing to do. She sent regular updates and photos so we could relax knowing what he was up to and that he was having fun. He came home relaxed and happy. Thank you DeeDee! Lenny will see you later this summer, if not before!
About Deedee K.
Communication
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Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced-in yard with grass. I have a doggie door but I keep it closed when I am gone as I feel more secure when your dog is in the house. Many dogs have never used one so I just keep it shut unless you want me to teach them to use it. If I am staying at your house, I follow whatever routine you have set up.
Home
Information Deedee K. would like to know about your pet
I love dogs in general but I am most familiar with big dogs as that is what I've had all my life. I would like to know any special needs your dog has and also any behavioral habits they may have (like chewing up my new leather boots) ;-) Does your pooch have any aggressiveness towards other dogs? Let me know any verbal commands and gestures you have so I can follow suit and be consistent. Is he/she leash trained well?
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks: I live close to Golden Ponds which is a great area for walking. Also, Macintosh Lake or just walks to the park & ponds in my neighborhood. I often go to Boulder Valley Ranch and Coot Lake, especially if they like to swim. If your dog has its Open Space tag and comes when called, I'd be glad to take him/her on a trail in Boulder that allows them off-leash. There are many to choose from; Coot Lake, Eagle Trail, Rabbit Mountain, and Boulder Valley Ranch trail. Your dog's sleeping arrangement: They can sleep wherever they like :) If they are used to sleeping in your bed, they are also welcome in mine. The time I'll spend with your dog: As much as is possible. I am fine bringing dogs along with me in my car if they like to travel. I typically take them on 2 good walks/hikes a day. I can take them to the dog park if they are super social or arrange playdates or walks with friend's dogs too. There are quite a few lovely dogs on my cul de sac who enjoy meeting others. Extra house-sitting services: Yes, I will take care of your home in whatever way you need in your absence. Mail, trash, watering indoor, outdoor plants, reading YOUR books. I love perusing other people's bookshelves.
Services
Deedee can host
Deedee can watch in your home
Availability
I am in and out at times but rarely ever longer than 3 hours at a time. My schedule changes daily and I try to adjust my outside life when I have a dog here.
About Deedee K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced-in yard with grass. I have a doggie door but I keep it closed when I am gone as I feel more secure when your dog is in the house. Many dogs have never used one so I just keep it shut unless you want me to teach them to use it. If I am staying at your house, I follow whatever routine you have set up.
Home
Information Deedee K. would like to know about your pet
I love dogs in general but I am most familiar with big dogs as that is what I've had all my life. I would like to know any special needs your dog has and also any behavioral habits they may have (like chewing up my new leather boots) ;-) Does your pooch have any aggressiveness towards other dogs? Let me know any verbal commands and gestures you have so I can follow suit and be consistent. Is he/she leash trained well?
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks: I live close to Golden Ponds which is a great area for walking. Also, Macintosh Lake or just walks to the park & ponds in my neighborhood. I often go to Boulder Valley Ranch and Coot Lake, especially if they like to swim. If your dog has its Open Space tag and comes when called, I'd be glad to take him/her on a trail in Boulder that allows them off-leash. There are many to choose from; Coot Lake, Eagle Trail, Rabbit Mountain, and Boulder Valley Ranch trail. Your dog's sleeping arrangement: They can sleep wherever they like :) If they are used to sleeping in your bed, they are also welcome in mine. The time I'll spend with your dog: As much as is possible. I am fine bringing dogs along with me in my car if they like to travel. I typically take them on 2 good walks/hikes a day. I can take them to the dog park if they are super social or arrange playdates or walks with friend's dogs too. There are quite a few lovely dogs on my cul de sac who enjoy meeting others. Extra house-sitting services: Yes, I will take care of your home in whatever way you need in your absence. Mail, trash, watering indoor, outdoor plants, reading YOUR books. I love perusing other people's bookshelves.
Location
Longmont, CO
Deedee K.
Longmont, CO