Gail H.
Haydenville, MA
Services
Gail can host
Gail can care for
Availability
Unless I am traveling myself I am extremely flexible and available. I will let you know if I will need to spend more than a few hours away from your pet before booking a stay.
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About Gail H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I think it’s important for pets to keep to their normal routine while their people are away. A little extra attention and affection also helps ease the stress of separation. I have a pretty mellow disposition and enjoy cuddling with a furry friend while reading or watching a show.
Home
Information Gail H. would like to know about your pet
Please provide directions regarding administering medications if necessary, how often your dog needs to go outside, feeding schedule, anxieties or triggers e.g. thunder, wind, specific noises, and things that make them feel happy and safe e.g. chew toys, belly rubs, blankets etc.
A typical day
I let the dogs have access to the fenced yard most of the time, weather permitting. I also have a 1.5 mile loop trail right from the house. For drop ins I’ll take your dogs on their usual walk, hopefully to a dog park for some play if that’s what they like. If not, a walk that is long and stimulating enough to make them satisfied. I like to make a connection with dogs through tone of voice and eye contact as well as touch. I like to feel like we’ve made friends and understand each other. I usually let cats lead the way. I’m available with as much affection and play as they need but if they prefer to stay aloof I can just be a calm presence until they are ready.
Location
Haydenville, MA
Pets
Long walks and yardtime
Pet care experience
I am a lifelong dog person with a large fenced yard and miles of trails out my back dog. A tired dog is a happy dog.
Reviews
Gail was a fantastic sitter for our Great Dane, Ruby. She took her for long walks every day, sent photos and let us know how she was doing. Ruby really bonded with Gail and settled in nicely with her and her 2 dogs. Gail is very responsible and conscientious and she clearly loves and understands dogs. We will definitely contact Gail again when we need a sitter.
Gail accommodated nova with short notice as our travel plans were complicated. She gave Nova a Safe and loving place to stay while tending to her needs and giving her loving care! Gail gave me many photos and I was confident that Nova had a good time with her other dogs. Thank you Gail!!
Gail was a great dog sitter for our 15 year old as well as our energetic 7 month puppy. They came back happy and tired. We had great communication as well. We will definitely look forward to boarding with her again. Thank you Gail!
For the 20 plus years I’ve known Gail, she has been a lover of dogs. She prioritizes their needs, whether it’s taking them on long walks in the woods, bringing them to the dog park to play with other dogs, being consistent with their training, feeding them healthy food, or giving them lots of love. Gail has taken excellent care of her own dogs as well as mine.
About Gail H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I think it’s important for pets to keep to their normal routine while their people are away. A little extra attention and affection also helps ease the stress of separation. I have a pretty mellow disposition and enjoy cuddling with a furry friend while reading or watching a show.
Home
Information Gail H. would like to know about your pet
Please provide directions regarding administering medications if necessary, how often your dog needs to go outside, feeding schedule, anxieties or triggers e.g. thunder, wind, specific noises, and things that make them feel happy and safe e.g. chew toys, belly rubs, blankets etc.
A typical day
I let the dogs have access to the fenced yard most of the time, weather permitting. I also have a 1.5 mile loop trail right from the house. For drop ins I’ll take your dogs on their usual walk, hopefully to a dog park for some play if that’s what they like. If not, a walk that is long and stimulating enough to make them satisfied. I like to make a connection with dogs through tone of voice and eye contact as well as touch. I like to feel like we’ve made friends and understand each other. I usually let cats lead the way. I’m available with as much affection and play as they need but if they prefer to stay aloof I can just be a calm presence until they are ready.
Gail H.
Haydenville, MA