5.0

I love dogs! I have always lived with at least one plus cats, birds, reptiles, fish and other small creatures. I have also worked with a variety of rescues, helping walk and train dogs as well as fostering in my own home. I live in a large, two-story house in a quiet neighborhood. I have a dog door and a large, fully fenced yard. Your dog will have a great time hanging out and playing with my very social, very friendly pups. My goal is to make their stay as stress-free as possible. I always recommend you bring a couple familiar things (like a bed or blanket) and I try to keep their normal routine the same as they are used to. And of course, they'll get tons of love, kisses and scratches. I have a really great roommate, Jan, I've known for over 30 years, and shes a total animal lover just like I am. She's also a 5-star Rover sitter. We co-sit together so the pups get tons of attention. Drop-offs start at 10:30am. NO EXCEPTIONS. Pick-ups can be as late as 11pm. Arrangements may be made for later pick-ups with advance notice. Phone calls are mandatory before all pick ups and drop offs for the pup's safety in our home. Max weight I normally accept is under 40lbs. and/or 20" at the withers/shoulders. On the rare occasion we do take a dog in larger than 40lbs. and/or 20" withers, there will be a fee increase. Please ask for fees. Holidays tend to be busier than normal because of our repeat clients. Only one new client is permitted during holidays. Why I love dog sitting I have always loved dogs. I have owned and cared for dogs since I was 5yrs old. I trained and showed dalmatians for several years. I have also volunteered with several rescue organizations, walking dogs and even fostering dogs in my own home. Meet my pets A tortoise & geckos. About my yard I have a very large, fully and securely fenced (over 6ft) backyard. It is all grass and there is lots of room for them to run and play fetch. I have a dog door so they can go out for bathroom breaks. The dogs are always supervised whether it's just doing their business or out for play. My experience administering medication Absolutely. I can administer oral, nasal, ear, eye and injectable meds. Please ask for fees. I work from home so I’m here pretty much all day. My roommate also sits so we’re around a lot. We don’t have guest over. We have a big front room with 7 dog beds and two sofas. We also have beds in our rooms. We have tons of bones and toys to play with and a huge fenced yard.