Diane O.
Newton, NJ
Fenced, Home FT, Positive R+Trainer
Pet care experience
*Our pricing has recently changed. If you are a previous client of ours please reach out regarding pricing.* Your dog's happiness and comfort is my first priority. I provide a safe, nurturing environment to help your dog overcome their fears, exercise their energy and facilitate the growth of their many wonderful qualities. I am home full-time. Dogs enjoy our fenced yard. I have worked with a vast variety of dogs for over 6 years, boarded over 75 dogs in the past year, fostered over 30 dogs in my home, worked for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), and am a dog trainer with It's Your Dog | School for Dogs. I have experience in fearful, high arousal/energy, resource guarding, sensory deprived dogs (blind/deaf), and dog to dog behaviors. I earned the title of CPDT-KA from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. I believe in reward and motivation-based training. I use food and toys to reinforce desirable behaviors. I work at each dog's pace and never use force. Dogs are individuals, therefore I base my socialization of each dog based on dogs' preferences. I am fluent in dog body language and respect the dog's communication. I separate groups or individual dogs that would not do well together. I specialize in dogs that prefer to be cared for separately from other dogs. I have also boarded dogs that love to play together. For dogs that are not crate trained, I have indoor kennels that are 5 foot by 5 foot and ceiling height (limited availability). Kennels include a raised dog bed. Crates and kennels include comfortable bedding, water, a Nylabone for entertainment, and anything else owners request. Dogs should be comfortable being "away from the action" for short periods of time throughout the day while other dogs receive care. It is my pleasure to provide care for your dog.
Reviews
Newton had a great time with Diane! She sent us a lot of great photos during his stay which put us at ease as this was the first time he was not with us. We will definitely be using Diane's service in the future!
We have found our forever boarder for Bella in Diane. She was amazing we received updates while we were away with pictures, that made us feel so secure. She was accessible while we were away as well, if we had any questions. When we picked Bella up, she really was able to help us with finding a good harness for our older dog with some orthopedic issues. She is so knowledgeable and really caring about all dogs. We are definitely going to continue using Diane, anytime we need to board Bella.
Diane was amazing! It was Harrison’s first time boarding. She assured us he would be well taken care of. He was excited when we dropped him off. She sent us a video and photos of him having fun. We picked him up and once we got home he was pooped all day. We’re looking forward to using her services again!
Diane was wonderful, it was my dog’s first time being boarded and she had no problem answering my questions and sending me updates. She also took things at the pace of my dog and I was happy to see that he was smiling in every picture I got! Will definitely board again next time!
About Diane O.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Diane O. would like to know about your pet
In order to serve your dog best, learning about their likes/dislikes through a quick conversation is required prior to booking.
A typical day
If your dog loves other dogs, your dog will have much fun with other social dogs in my care. If your dog prefers toys, I look forward to a rewarding game of fetch or tug of war. If your dog prefers human attention, lounging on the couch or sunbathing with much petting is abound. For fearful dogs, I look forward to gaining your dog's trust at their own pace while maintaining comfort and basic needs.
Services
Diane can host
About Diane O.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Diane O. would like to know about your pet
In order to serve your dog best, learning about their likes/dislikes through a quick conversation is required prior to booking.
A typical day
If your dog loves other dogs, your dog will have much fun with other social dogs in my care. If your dog prefers toys, I look forward to a rewarding game of fetch or tug of war. If your dog prefers human attention, lounging on the couch or sunbathing with much petting is abound. For fearful dogs, I look forward to gaining your dog's trust at their own pace while maintaining comfort and basic needs.
Location
Newton, NJ
Pets
Diane O.
Newton, NJ