Donise R.
Fremont, WA
I love animals, & they love me!
Pet care experience
I’ve cared for dogs and cats throughout my life since being a teeny bopper (13-14 years old). I’ve loved animals since I was a child I would binge watch animal planet, discovery channel and dream of having a puppy as a child. My wish came true as I got older and I’ve learned the magic of respecting an animals nature as well as connecting to their hearts. I’m more than happy to help take care of the beings that take care of us in so many ways! Taking care of animals is my bread and butter so I am very professional and pour my heart, attention and care into the animals that choose me as their caretaker!
Reviews
We were so lucky to find Donise. We had a sick pup who could not be boarded and Donise was willing and able to take care of her and her brother while we visited family out of state. She was very communicative and sent lots of updates and pictures. I highly recommend her to watch your pups. Dogs came home happy and clearly had lots of play time.
Donise is just so kind and wonderful, our dog is always so happy to see her!
We had an amazing experience with our puppy being watched by Donise. Our pup has typical puppy energy and habits and Donise did an amazing job of playing with him and getting him outside for exercise. She gave us updates and pictures throughout his stay. We will *definitely* be using her again as a sitter!
Donise did a great job taking care of our pup while we were out of town for a long weekend. He had been having some stomach issues right up until we left, requiring medication and a modified diet. Donise was very understanding and flexible in meeting his medication and meal needs on short notice. She kept us very well updated on how he was doing, and we could see in the pictures she sent that he was feeling much better within a few days. Once he was back to more his more normal energy levels, he got a lot of play time with Donise’s daughter. I would definitely recommend Donise for those looking to board their dogs.
About Donise R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 4 year old in my home, she loves animals as well so your fur baby should really enjoy children, have a low prey drive and patience to be a good fit for in home care. I care for my animals like they are my own family. I don't believe kibble and bits is a sustainable long-term way to keep your fur baby alive and healthy for years to come, so I cook fresh dog and catfood that can be added to their kibble or served stand alone. They love it and it's a quick way to get them comfortable and trusting of a new environment especially if they have separation anxiety. I establish myself as the big mama pack leader lol and they listen. I've had dogs that have had aggression towards other dogs come and board with me and make new paw pals. Dogs need to know that you are someone that can lead with love and that method has always had me have success with my furry friends. For cats, I know that they come from a long history and memory in their genes of being chased, disrespected, and even tortured in some places in the world so they need a lot of respect as far as space and allowing them to warm up. Every animal is different, but for cats specifically, I make sure to let them come to me when they're ready and give them their cozy permission to be free. Indipendence is key with felines for sure! My daughter is phenomenal at loving on these fur babies! Some have become her best friend very quickly, while others prefer the mama of the pack XD, either way we have a lot of fun.
Home
Information Donise R. would like to know about your pet
It's important for me to know their medical history, vaccination, and deworming status. Telling me that they're vaccinated isn't enough, and I do require to have some documentation of their health sent over to me via the rover app. Are they good with children? If not, your dog may not be a good fit. Knowing if your fur baby is Crate Trained or House Trained is important as well.
A typical day
During the Summer my favorite thing to do is go outside and play! Green Lake and Wallingford Playfield are two of my favorites. If we're not going outside on an adventure, then we're in my apartment courtyard playing, running, and enjoying the sun. I have a daughter and live in an apartment complex with a lot of kids, so dogs that do best in a family setting or need a bit more love and socializing will love time with us.
Services
Donise can host
Availability
I'm a stay-at-home mom and business owner so I have time throughout the day to care for animals, train them, play, walk them, and even just chill if that’s what they like to do.I don't have a rigid set schedule in my household, but I will follow any routine pet parents have for their babies. Typically I give two-three potty breaks during the entire day. Sunrise, mid-day, and night time.
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About Donise R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 4 year old in my home, she loves animals as well so your fur baby should really enjoy children, have a low prey drive and patience to be a good fit for in home care. I care for my animals like they are my own family. I don't believe kibble and bits is a sustainable long-term way to keep your fur baby alive and healthy for years to come, so I cook fresh dog and catfood that can be added to their kibble or served stand alone. They love it and it's a quick way to get them comfortable and trusting of a new environment especially if they have separation anxiety. I establish myself as the big mama pack leader lol and they listen. I've had dogs that have had aggression towards other dogs come and board with me and make new paw pals. Dogs need to know that you are someone that can lead with love and that method has always had me have success with my furry friends. For cats, I know that they come from a long history and memory in their genes of being chased, disrespected, and even tortured in some places in the world so they need a lot of respect as far as space and allowing them to warm up. Every animal is different, but for cats specifically, I make sure to let them come to me when they're ready and give them their cozy permission to be free. Indipendence is key with felines for sure! My daughter is phenomenal at loving on these fur babies! Some have become her best friend very quickly, while others prefer the mama of the pack XD, either way we have a lot of fun.
Home
Information Donise R. would like to know about your pet
It's important for me to know their medical history, vaccination, and deworming status. Telling me that they're vaccinated isn't enough, and I do require to have some documentation of their health sent over to me via the rover app. Are they good with children? If not, your dog may not be a good fit. Knowing if your fur baby is Crate Trained or House Trained is important as well.
A typical day
During the Summer my favorite thing to do is go outside and play! Green Lake and Wallingford Playfield are two of my favorites. If we're not going outside on an adventure, then we're in my apartment courtyard playing, running, and enjoying the sun. I have a daughter and live in an apartment complex with a lot of kids, so dogs that do best in a family setting or need a bit more love and socializing will love time with us.
Location
Seattle, WA
Donise R.
Fremont, WA