Emma W.
Emma W.
Contact for Boarding
from $65 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Gallatin Valley Pup Retreat
NOTE: To help with any confusion, our older reviews are from prior to our move west :) Hello! We are a family of hikers, skiiers, climbers, campers, and paddlers. We love Montana because we love to be outside. For us, our girl comes everywhere she can, and we love when that extends to the pups in our care. We live in a great area for exploring, running, and sniffing. We love taking our dogs (any dog in our life!) for hikes and adventures, or working on training sessions. I practice positive reinforcement training, and love connecting with a happy pup and building confidence through games and creative training. Our home has a fenced-in yard for quick and safe potty breaks, and we're close to multiple trailheads and off-leash dog parks (which we visit daily!). I have experience with elderly dogs as well as pups, and can easily adjust care and play for their needs or limitations. I am comfortable administering meds, as well as giving the occasional "butt bath" if necessary (isn't dog parenting fun?). There are no other animals in our home, and plenty of belly rubs to go around. If you have any questions or specific concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Emma was great, very communicative and aware of the temperaments of an older dog. It was clear my pup had a great time with her and was even comfortable enough to make some new doggie friends.
Great boarders. Excellent communication. We could tell Dexter was well taken care of.
Grateful for Emma and her family for all of their care for our older Schnauzer. Henry comes home filled up with good exercise and good friend interaction with their dog Zoey. Love the pictures sent of their time together - we are at peace knowing he is in a great place while we are away. Thank You!!!
Emma, Dennis, and Zoey took wonderful care of Arlo. We received updates and photos while we were away which brought peace of mind. They took him to live music, played by the river, and let him snuggle in bed. He was sad to go! Thank you both so much - y’all are awesome 💯
Emma was wonderful to our pup! From the photos she sent while taking care of our dog, it was apparent that our dog felt right at home with her and was being treated like family.
Appreciate Emma for taking such great care of our senior Schnauzer. Her family includes Henry in everything they do. Their English Shepherd is also an exceptional friend and hostess for him. When we return for pick up, Henry is in-shape and inspired. We are grateful for these amazing people and their wonderful dog! :)
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Schedule
I primarily work from home and have a flexible schedule, so breaking to take advantage of a sunny clear afternoon, or a game of tug or fetch in the yard, is never a big issue. Being a shepherd, Zoey thrives on both exercise AND engagement, so frequent interaction and play breaks are normal in our home.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
We have a small, tall, securely fenced yard for quick potty breaks. We also do not live on a major road with big or scary sounds, for parents of anxious pups. We allow pets on any furniture they wish, but are also happy to enforce your family's training while they are in our home. There are no children or other animals in the home.
Pets
A typical day
We live in an outdoor activity heaven, and are close to several off-leash (but fenced) dog parks. We love Snowfill for the views and open space for running, and Gallatin Valley Regional Dog Park in Bozeman for the agility course and ponds. When our play window is bigger, we love to hike into the foothills of the Bridger mountains, or up in Hyalite. Please let us know (for longer stays) if your pup is off-leash trained!