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Dottie R.

Bothell, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•208 reviews
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I have lots of time and love

Pet care experience

I'm retired and have a big house with a nice sized fenced yard. I had a dog sitting business some years ago. I had two Pugs at the time and most of the dogs I cared for were Pugs, but there were other small breeds. One night I had 12 Pugs in bed with me and my very understanding husband. I don't know how we got any sleep. I'm widowed and live with my small dog, Jasmin. At one time I had a 180 lb Harlequin Dane. I love the giant breeds and the only reason I never got another Dane or any of the giant breeds is because their life span is so short. Hector, my Dane was only 6 years old when he passed and it just about broke my heart.

Reviews

Jennifer J.
Dog Boarding • Mar 27, 2024
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Dottie was great with Bogey! It was our first time leaving him with someone that wasn't family and he cam home happy and healthy! Dottie sent some pictures and any time I asked for an update, she replied in a timely manner. It's very obvious that she loves what she does and she really loves and cares about the dogs she watches. We would use Dottie again in the future.

Jennifer H.
Dog Boarding • Feb 26, 2024
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Dottie is amazing, we’ve booked with her several times now. Our pup always has a great time with her and socializing with some other dogs. Couldn’t be happier as I don’t have to stress when he is there.

Charity D.
Dog Boarding • Jan 08, 2024
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Dottie was great! Sent me photos of my Luna and kept me verbally updated as well! She was glad to have her! Luna looked very comfortable there. Im beyond glad with my choice to book with her 😊 Thank you Dottie!

Wenhui W.
Dog Boarding • Dec 12, 2023
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Dottie is wonderful. I have boarded my puppy Pabu to her for couple days, Dottie shared with me the pics of my boy. And when I picked up Pabu. He seemed happy for the stay. Thanks, Dottie!

About Dottie R.

Communication

153 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced yard. I allow pets on the furniture and they can roam my house as they want. I meet every dog that’s going to stay with me to make certain that everyone is safe.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Dottie R. would like to know about your pet

I love all animals, but dogs are so amazing. So much smarter than people give them credit for. They have feelings like we do. I love all breeds. At one time I had a 180 pound Harlequin Great Dane. Loved that dog so much. My husband wasn't a dog lover so I went years without a dog. We always had cats (love cats). One day at work I saw a Pug for the first time. I fell in love. My husband saw a Pug a few weeks later and I got my first Pug for Christmas that year. I started dog sitting when he was less than a year old and one of the Pugs I took care of came to live with me. I had to stop sitting dogs when my 13 year old Pug became crippled. I felt as though the dogs I cared for were my dogs. One client told me, Ping, his Pug was depressed for a few days after he took him home. He asked what I did. Visits to the park nearly every day, home made treats and he slept with us. "No wonder he doesn't want to go home, wow!" That was his response. I've really missed dog sitting.

A typical day

I will take all small dog breeds. However, if your dog is a jumper he probably belongs somewhere else. Other wise, the only thing is they must be gentle for the sake of the other dogs. All pups will be in a dog bed or on a blanket next to my bed. I'm home every day and play with my dogs in the house and the back yard. They will sit with me on the sofa when we watch tv. I will treat them like my own. No dogs will ever be crated unless requested by their owner. crated ever.never crated a dog when I had my business.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night

Dottie can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only

Availability

I’m a widow, retired and living alone, except for Jasmin. I order groceries and just about everything else on line and have it delivered. I have plenty of time to devote to caring for your babies.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Dottie R.

Communication

153 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced yard. I allow pets on the furniture and they can roam my house as they want. I meet every dog that’s going to stay with me to make certain that everyone is safe.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Dottie R. would like to know about your pet

I love all animals, but dogs are so amazing. So much smarter than people give them credit for. They have feelings like we do. I love all breeds. At one time I had a 180 pound Harlequin Great Dane. Loved that dog so much. My husband wasn't a dog lover so I went years without a dog. We always had cats (love cats). One day at work I saw a Pug for the first time. I fell in love. My husband saw a Pug a few weeks later and I got my first Pug for Christmas that year. I started dog sitting when he was less than a year old and one of the Pugs I took care of came to live with me. I had to stop sitting dogs when my 13 year old Pug became crippled. I felt as though the dogs I cared for were my dogs. One client told me, Ping, his Pug was depressed for a few days after he took him home. He asked what I did. Visits to the park nearly every day, home made treats and he slept with us. "No wonder he doesn't want to go home, wow!" That was his response. I've really missed dog sitting.

A typical day

I will take all small dog breeds. However, if your dog is a jumper he probably belongs somewhere else. Other wise, the only thing is they must be gentle for the sake of the other dogs. All pups will be in a dog bed or on a blanket next to my bed. I'm home every day and play with my dogs in the house and the back yard. They will sit with me on the sofa when we watch tv. I will treat them like my own. No dogs will ever be crated unless requested by their owner. crated ever.never crated a dog when I had my business.

Location

Bothell, WA

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Dottie R.

Bothell, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•208 reviews