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Fred L.

Burke, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•52 reviews
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Fenced yard. Lake path. Maturity

Pet care experience

20+ years dog handling and dog walking experience. Background since 2001 helping hundreds of dogs of most breeds and temperaments for companies and charitable organizations. Currently servicing dogs with detailed reporting to owners about their dog's behavior, activities and welfare. Dog Transport for a Rescue Foundation in 2016 Provided and customized van to retrieve and deliver dogs from NC adoption. Specialized instructions for each animal were sought out and followed. Dog histories and medical requirements were transferred to the organization and coordinated with multiple personnel. Stable family home of 25 years in same neighborhood. For new clients, 5 day minimum requested for overnight stays. (No charge of course to visit your place at your convenience to learn your particular logistics, and establish trust. I'll bring a tasty treat... Retired, I have: • Stability: Cleared to the SECRET level for 10 years by the U.S. Department of Defense. (LoJ 2014) Same Lake Braddock neighborhood residence for 25 years. • Safety awareness: able to spot and deter physical and mental hazards to dogs before they occur. • Health: Long-distance dog walking ability and stamina. • Grit: Experience with animal waste and body fluids to maintain good hygiene and cleanliness.

Reviews

Madison S.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 18, 2024
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Thank you, Fred! We are home tomorrow for President’s day. I will reach out when we are next ready to book. Appreciate your help & the dogs love you!!

Camille R.
Dog Boarding • Sep 19, 2021
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Wonderful! I could not be happier regarding the quality care my dog recurved. Camille Reilly

Bonnie S.
Dog Walking • Jun 12, 2021
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Fred is a great guy and takes wonderful care with my dog, Cooper. I will continue using him for walks!

Dawn M.
Dog Walking • Oct 23, 2020
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Fred is such a great dog walker, my neighbors regularly comment on his care for my dog. Tigger eagerly greets him with wags and happiness to go on another adventure. Fred is reliable, thorough and caring. I trust him with my beloved pet and my home.

About Fred L.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Fred L. would like to know about your pet

It is helpful to learn a dog's history. Where did your dog live when it was very young. It is a rescue (?); these I give extra consideration. What makes your dog happy? What makes your dog afraid or upset? We will usually avoid other people and dogs on walks, but would you PREFER that extra socialization? Must admit a prejudicial preference for bitches (ha!) , but I pretty much love 'em all. (If your dog is very old/infirm, they will be better served with someone else having that good patience.)

A typical day

Woods trails when available. Side walks and neighborhood public grounds, staying off personal property and yards of others. It is fun to help a dog get in a short sprint or two. I try to let them set the pace, sometimes even short jogs...If your dog likes to play bite-the-stick-tug-the-stick, we'll do some of that...

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$42per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$16per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$18per walk

Fred can watch in your home

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 15 hours ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Fred L.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Fred L. would like to know about your pet

It is helpful to learn a dog's history. Where did your dog live when it was very young. It is a rescue (?); these I give extra consideration. What makes your dog happy? What makes your dog afraid or upset? We will usually avoid other people and dogs on walks, but would you PREFER that extra socialization? Must admit a prejudicial preference for bitches (ha!) , but I pretty much love 'em all. (If your dog is very old/infirm, they will be better served with someone else having that good patience.)

A typical day

Woods trails when available. Side walks and neighborhood public grounds, staying off personal property and yards of others. It is fun to help a dog get in a short sprint or two. I try to let them set the pace, sometimes even short jogs...If your dog likes to play bite-the-stick-tug-the-stick, we'll do some of that...

Location

Burke, VA

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Fred L.

Burke, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•52 reviews