Genel G.
Odessa, NY
Professional Dog Trainer
Pet care experience
I engage in ongoing education to ensure that I have the tools and resources to provide the best services to keep your pets happy and relaxed while they are in my care. I am currently midway through my hours towards being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CCPDT-KA). As a marriage and family therapist, I know that pets play an important role in the family! My ongoing education has included classes on animal behavior, LIMA compliance, and canine communication. I train and participate in therapy dog work through Pet Partners as well as AKC sports with my own dogs (including Conformation, Rally Obedience, Trick Dog Titles, Scent Work). I was a volunteer kennel assistant at the Luzerne County ASPCA from 2011/2012 and provided training walks with large and medium breed dogs. In addition to my pet experience, I am also familiar with service dogs and their unique needs through my ongoing doctoral research at the University of North Dakota. Please note that I currently work a day-job so I am only able to watch pets that are able to be alone for approximately 5 hours at a time. Advanced notice is appreciated as it allows me to adjust/extend my workbreak to visit your pets during the day. Because of my health concerns and also keeping your pet's safety in the forefront, I will not walk dogs in outdoor environments if the weather is above 80f. I will be happy to take your dog to a pet-friendly store with air conditioning or a dog park where I know water is available to keep them active and moving while also being mindful of limitations. When caring for your pets in your home, my goal is to ensure that you can travel stress free! In addition to sending regular updates of my time spent with your pet, I make sure your pet is experiencing regular exercise and playtime and fed during your preferred scheduled times to ensure that your pets "Staycation" is also stress free!
Reviews
Genel was amazing with our two Westies for a week. Thanks to her professionalism and warmth we never worried for a minute. We especially appreciated the periodic updates and photos. Thanks so much, Genel!
Our pups couldn’t get enough of Genel. Thanks!
Wonderful with our big high energy dogs!
Genel was wonderful, she went above and beyond. She did a great job of keeping us informed, sending pictures and check ins. Genel was very detailed and did a great job taking care of our big, goofy and sometimes troublesome pup. Plan to book with her again and would absolutely recommend booking with her to anyone
About Genel G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will schedule a meet and greet in advance of pet sitting. I will ask questions about your pet, your pet's routine, feeding, play preferences, and any health concerns. At the end of the meet and greet, if it appears I will be a good fit for your pet's needs, I am happy to schedule a visit to our home and book with you! For this reason, I prefer scheduling at least (1) week in advance. I do my best to follow your routine and schedule to keep things calm and relaxed for your pet. Often, we will increase exercise (if safe for your pet's health) and play so your pet is happy to sleep and relax while you are away. Pets staying in our home have access to a 1.5 acre property where we spend plenty of outdoor time for fetch, playing tug or with other games, having sniffing scavenger hunts for enrichment, or walked down a peaceful road. Dogs are leashed, tethered, or attached to a long line each time we go outside for the stay. As we do have other animals in the house, pets will need to be crate trained in order to stay with us. Pet guests staying with us will be safely crated in our guest bedroom during the evening—I will often sleep in the guest room with them so they're not alone during the night! We allow ample time for rest and strive to follow their normal schedule (such as meal times, potty breaks, and play activities) as closely as possible. To minimize stress, we rarely schedule multiple dogs at the same time unless they are familiar with each other. We ask owners to bring their dogs own bed if they're using our crate so they have familiar scents.
Home
Information Genel G. would like to know about your pet
It is important for me to know the following: Your dog's schedule (eating, exercise, pottying) Your dog's personality Any allergies If your dog is able to have treats Your dog's fears or things that make your dog uncomfortable (other dogs, fireworks, loud noises, smoke alarms, etc) Any medications Places your dog doesn't enjoy being touched Safe locations to walk/play with your dog
A typical day
Our typical day is set to you and your pet's unique needs! My husband and I both work from a home office at the end of the week. We will often care for the animals in the morning and then rotate which animal visits us upstairs to keep us company (and get to enjoy a special kong, chew, or other enrichment toy). On lunch, the animals take turns getting some outdoor time for pottying and exercise. In the evening, we will do more vigorous exercise and play sessions, then spend time within the home together. During inclement weather, we have access to a large garage space and can play fetch and some off leash games safely indoors! For those dogs that enjoy training, we can also practice some basic skills within the garage space as well.
Services
Genel can host
Genel can watch in your home
Availability
As of March 2025, I am able to provide sitting services for dogs from Thursdays through Sundays when remote work is possible. We are able to accept crate trained dogs of any age. I am able to pick dogs up from Wednesday evenings and return home on Sunday evenings if transportation poses challenging. We follow owner's feeding schedule and try to meet (or safely exceed) normal exercise to make sure your pet has as little disruption to their schedule as possible--this might include a long walk down the road by our home with plenty of time to sniff along the treeline, a vigorous game of fetch in the yard secured to a 100 foot long line, or some gentle training and playing with toys in doors.
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About Genel G.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will schedule a meet and greet in advance of pet sitting. I will ask questions about your pet, your pet's routine, feeding, play preferences, and any health concerns. At the end of the meet and greet, if it appears I will be a good fit for your pet's needs, I am happy to schedule a visit to our home and book with you! For this reason, I prefer scheduling at least (1) week in advance. I do my best to follow your routine and schedule to keep things calm and relaxed for your pet. Often, we will increase exercise (if safe for your pet's health) and play so your pet is happy to sleep and relax while you are away. Pets staying in our home have access to a 1.5 acre property where we spend plenty of outdoor time for fetch, playing tug or with other games, having sniffing scavenger hunts for enrichment, or walked down a peaceful road. Dogs are leashed, tethered, or attached to a long line each time we go outside for the stay. As we do have other animals in the house, pets will need to be crate trained in order to stay with us. Pet guests staying with us will be safely crated in our guest bedroom during the evening—I will often sleep in the guest room with them so they're not alone during the night! We allow ample time for rest and strive to follow their normal schedule (such as meal times, potty breaks, and play activities) as closely as possible. To minimize stress, we rarely schedule multiple dogs at the same time unless they are familiar with each other. We ask owners to bring their dogs own bed if they're using our crate so they have familiar scents.
Home
Information Genel G. would like to know about your pet
It is important for me to know the following: Your dog's schedule (eating, exercise, pottying) Your dog's personality Any allergies If your dog is able to have treats Your dog's fears or things that make your dog uncomfortable (other dogs, fireworks, loud noises, smoke alarms, etc) Any medications Places your dog doesn't enjoy being touched Safe locations to walk/play with your dog
A typical day
Our typical day is set to you and your pet's unique needs! My husband and I both work from a home office at the end of the week. We will often care for the animals in the morning and then rotate which animal visits us upstairs to keep us company (and get to enjoy a special kong, chew, or other enrichment toy). On lunch, the animals take turns getting some outdoor time for pottying and exercise. In the evening, we will do more vigorous exercise and play sessions, then spend time within the home together. During inclement weather, we have access to a large garage space and can play fetch and some off leash games safely indoors! For those dogs that enjoy training, we can also practice some basic skills within the garage space as well.
Location
Odessa, NY
Pets
Genel G.
Odessa, NY