Ericka D.
Somerset, CA
Dog Trainer & Vet Tech home all day
Pet care experience
I offer boarding for your dog in a home setting. Dogs stay in my home with me. I live on 10 acres in Somerset with fenced areas for the dogs. Those that get along well with other dogs are matched with appropriate playmates. Dogs that do not get along with other get their own yard and play times. Each stay is customized to your dog and how you live with them. If you don't let your dog on the couch for example, no problem, I keep that rule while they stay with me. Love that your dog snuggles with you as you watch TV in couch? Great! The dogs that are allowed to do that at home will also be allowed to do that here. I have been training dogs since 2000. My experience includes everything from running the behavior department of a humane society for several years, working as a critical care after-hours vet tech, rehabbing hundreds of aggressive dogs, competing in several dog sports, and teaching at a school for dog trainers. I started boarding dogs for my training clients after years of seeing disasters that happened at traditional kennels. This was especially true for older dogs and dogs, puppies, and dogs that were at a kennel for longer than a week. After many many requests I am now opening up boarding spots to the public. I only take a couple dogs at a time so make sure you get your request in ahead of time. To keep the environment stable and for your convenience I pick up all dogs from their home and drop them off when you return. This eliminates any stress when dogs come and go. It also makes the facility safe from disease spread via people's shoes. Bathing is also available before your dog goes home. Check out the pictures of my dogs mixed in with boarding dogs and some that prefer alone time.
Reviews
Very friendly And knowledgeable. my six month old puppy had an absolutely wonderful time, and a bath! Thank you Ericka ! Pup jumped in the doggie pool & rolled in the mud.
Kept Gracie tired and happy!
Punctual and caring. Erika was great
We were visiting the area on a trip and needed someone to watch Hobbes for a few hours. Ericka quickly responded to messages and was willing to accommodate our changing schedule. Hobbes came back tired and happy.
About Ericka D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Being a trainer that has taught for dog training schools, worked as a live in vet tech, and ran animal shelters I am very experienced and equipped to care for your pets. With 23 years of experience in all things dog there are not many more qualified sitters out there.
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Information Ericka D. would like to know about your pet
I need to know how your dog is with other animals and strangers so I can make sure I am prepared for their stay. It is also very important to know if your dog jumps fences or digs to try to escape.
A typical day
Your dogs stay is customized for their needs. Everything from play groups, walks, treadmill work, fetch, or tug for younger dogs. Lots of petting and warm beds for older dogs. Your dog will get what they need.
Services
Ericka can host
Ericka can watch in your home
Availability
I am a dog trainer and I my husband is my assistant. One of both of us is home most of the day and caring for dogs is our life.
About Ericka D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Being a trainer that has taught for dog training schools, worked as a live in vet tech, and ran animal shelters I am very experienced and equipped to care for your pets. With 23 years of experience in all things dog there are not many more qualified sitters out there.
Home
Information Ericka D. would like to know about your pet
I need to know how your dog is with other animals and strangers so I can make sure I am prepared for their stay. It is also very important to know if your dog jumps fences or digs to try to escape.
A typical day
Your dogs stay is customized for their needs. Everything from play groups, walks, treadmill work, fetch, or tug for younger dogs. Lots of petting and warm beds for older dogs. Your dog will get what they need.
Location
Somerset, CA
Pets
Ericka D.
Somerset, CA