Devin N.
Renton, WA
Loving home & not a boarding house!
Pet care experience
I started doggy sitting while in college and absolutely fell in love with it. As a dog lover, I want to make your dog feel like they are on vacation while you are too. I currently do not have any pets at home so your pet(s) will be treated as if they were my own. I typically like to have one booking at a time (*some days may overlap) because I want your pet(s) to feel safe and secure. My family has always been huge dog lovers. Growing up, we've fostered and raised two Pomeranians, a labrador retriever, a chihuahua, and a pit bull. I also helped watch my relatives Husky, Shiba Inu, Maltese, and Malti-poo. Being around various breeds has taught me how to care for each one and pay attention to their personalities/tendencies. From my experience, I can confidently say that I am comfortable with handling dogs of all sizes and ages. Not only do I offer the doggy services, but I also offer peace of mind when it comes to loving and care for your pet. I will send photo updates as frequent as requested. What to bring: - enough food for the duration of stay (extra is recommended) - food and water bowl (I have extras if you forget) - dog bed - crate/kennel (if transportable and your pet has separation anxiety) Not necessary but good to have: - their favorite toy - dog treats (I can provide some if permitted)
Reviews
Devin has watched our cat since she was a kitten. Now, our cat is 9 months old and we continue to trust Devin for drop ins when we are out of town. Glad our cat likes him too :)
Our pup Penny loves staying with Devin! This is our second time leaving Penny with him while we are away for the weekend, and I think she was sad to leave when we picked her up! Devin sends daily updates and pictures which we love, and takes her on plenty of walks and even on day trips to the park. Our dog can be pretty anxious when we are away and she always is so happy and cared for when we book with him! We will continue to book with Devin when we are out of town, highly recommend!
Devin was fantastic! He messaged us everyday with status updates and plenty of photos, which we greatly appreciated. He is home with the dogs the entire time and even has a tall fenced-in yard that they loved playing in. His home is spacious and clean and he even let us visit late in the evening, accommodating our off-hours schedule. And most importantly to us, he will devote his attention to only your pets during their stay, as he does not double or triple book multiple clients. We were very pleased! A little bit about our dogs: We have 2 large Akitas with independent personalities. They're usually untrusting of new environments and prefer to be in their own beds at home. Not to mention, one is prone to intimidate and assert her dominance over other dogs and they both have a prey drive and are keen to chase other animals/small pets. So it's safe to say we've struggled to find a sitter that we could trust to provide a stable environment and who was equipped and confident enough to watch them. With Devin, we were so impressed! The two dogs were clearly happy and at ease in his home. I could tell right off the bat that he was professional and a genuine dog lover when he suggested we visit beforehand to get acclimated. I can tell that he thoroughly enjoys being around our dogs and is passionate about what he does. His home is clean, large, and our dogs were perfectly comfortable there. I am so relieved to have found Devin for my furry babies and look forward to our next trip out of town, knowing that we have him nearby to watch Kaito & Kira!
I’m reluctant to review Devin because selfishly I want him to myself. He was the first boarder I’ve ever used after having my Aussie for 3 years and will be my go-to Washington boarder from here on out. Devin follows instructions to the T and goes above and beyond to meet my dogs energy requirements. He also sent daily pics and shared updates on how she was doing.
About Devin N.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am very attentive to the pets I have over and will ensure your dog does not eat anything outside of their diet. I can give your pets frequent potty breaks in the backyard and will never leave them unattended outside.
Home
Information Devin N. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the following: 1. Does your dog have separation anxiety? Have they ever been away from you? 2. Is your dog on any medication or has any medical history? 3. Are all of their shots up to date? 4. Do they chew on anything (not a deal-breaker)? 5. Does your dog bark (deal-breaker)? *unfortunately, I have a strict no barking policy
A typical day
Daily walks are a must! There are many local parks around my neighborhood and some that are dog-friendly. I also have a decently sized backyard where we can play fetch, chase, tug-of-war, and other games your dog prefers.
Services
Devin can host
Devin can watch in your home
Availability
I have a very flexible schedule and I am home most of the time so your dog will receive the care and attention they need to feel comfortable. I can feed your dog at their typical feeding times to make them feel at home. For dogs that don't eat on the first day, I will patiently hand feed them and make sure they are well nourished and happy.
About Devin N.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am very attentive to the pets I have over and will ensure your dog does not eat anything outside of their diet. I can give your pets frequent potty breaks in the backyard and will never leave them unattended outside.
Home
Information Devin N. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the following: 1. Does your dog have separation anxiety? Have they ever been away from you? 2. Is your dog on any medication or has any medical history? 3. Are all of their shots up to date? 4. Do they chew on anything (not a deal-breaker)? 5. Does your dog bark (deal-breaker)? *unfortunately, I have a strict no barking policy
A typical day
Daily walks are a must! There are many local parks around my neighborhood and some that are dog-friendly. I also have a decently sized backyard where we can play fetch, chase, tug-of-war, and other games your dog prefers.
Location
Renton, WA
Devin N.
Renton, WA