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Gretchen H.

York, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Cert. Prof. Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)

Pet care experience

I have over 20 years experience in handling dogs in various situations, environments and emotional states. Owned a successful pet service business for 20 years. Have worked with non profit organizations and shelters. Went to school to obtain my CPDT-KA or Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed. I have recently returned from working down on St.Thomas after the hurricanes. I not only love these creatures, I have great respect for them and am a strong advocate for humane training techniques, science backed facts and positive reinforcement education. Play and socialization is very important to healthy learning and behavior development, so pups joining for day care will get equall exposure to play, exercise, training and socialization. I am able to administer various forms of medication.

Reviews

Paula M.
Doggy Day Care • May 03, 2021
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Very happy with Rae (Gretchen). Minnie seems to like her an love that she picks up an delivers dogs. Minnie is pooped by the time she gets back from socializing an running with other dogs. Seems like a good fit for Minnie. Will be using Rae again.

Sarah R.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 28, 2021
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Our pup had such a blast with Rae and all the doggies! Such great socialization and exercise! Highly recommend!

Vickery R.
Dog Boarding • Nov 04, 2019
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Aspen just spent a couple days at “puppy camp” with Gretchen and had an awesome time! Rae sent me lots of pictures and was patient and loving with my high energy semi crazy pup. Gretchen keep me in the loop with lovely pictures and updates. I could tell aspen had mixed feelings about coming hime ? we both look forward to her spending time with Rae again soon!

Zanna W.
House Sitting • Jun 21, 2019
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Gretchen (Rae) was an absolute gem! She was extremely patient learning the nuisances of interacting with our very nervous rescue dog. She took the time to understand his needs and she respected his boundaries so he warmed up to her super fast. Seeing pictures of them snuggling on the couch together warmed our hearts. We felt so comfortable leaving Stoney and Apollo with Rae. Both dogs were well cared for and we will 100% rebook with Rae in the future!

About Gretchen H.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Gretchen H. would like to know about your pet

All dogs must get along with other dogs and people in social settings (door and entry ways, food & feeding areas). Must be potty trained.

A typical day

One on one walks will include ample time for your pup to make their mark on the world, get some nice sniffing in or an enjoyable walk. Daycare will be joining a group of friends for off leash fun and adventures at a fully fenced in yard on a farm with other canine friends. The group is vetted, small and monitored to insure healthy behavior development.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Gretchen can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Gretchen can watch in your home

Cats
41 to 100 lbs

About Gretchen H.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Gretchen H. would like to know about your pet

All dogs must get along with other dogs and people in social settings (door and entry ways, food & feeding areas). Must be potty trained.

A typical day

One on one walks will include ample time for your pup to make their mark on the world, get some nice sniffing in or an enjoyable walk. Daycare will be joining a group of friends for off leash fun and adventures at a fully fenced in yard on a farm with other canine friends. The group is vetted, small and monitored to insure healthy behavior development.

Location

Bellingham, WA

Gretchen H.'s Neighborhood

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Gretchen H.

York, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews