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Harriet R.

Central Boulder, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Happy to care for your pets!

Pet care experience

Every good dog owner wants the best for their favorite friends. I've lived my entire life owning dogs, and I know how much care and loving attention they need to stay happy and healthy. I have years of experience taking care of my dogs; walking, feeding, playing, grooming, and training, and taking care of my friend's dogs as well. I've worked with dogs of many different breeds from tiny Dachshunds, extremely energetic French Brittanies, to big, fat Labs. I've also had plenty of experience with puppies, elderly dogs, and rescues that require special attention. I know how administer daily medications or supplements, and I know what foods are toxic for dogs to eat. I'm also good at reading their body language and I can tell if they're sad, angry, happy, or even plotting mischief! Dogs are truly one of greatest joys in life and I know they're one of yours too! I guarantee the best possible care for your pet for a reasonable price. I'm currently unemployed and available any day of the week from 6am-10pm, and I can make myself available for overnight stays of course.

Reviews

Zachary K.
Dog Boarding • Jul 10, 2019
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Harriet was fantastic and Ginger loved staying with her!

Antonia H.
Dog Boarding • Jul 08, 2019
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Harriet was an absolutely fantastic dog sitter! I had never used a service like this before, and was a little wary of leaving my pup, Koda, with a stranger. My experience with Harriet was more than I could have hoped for. She responded very quickly to my inquiry and was proactive about providing me with more information. Additionally, she texted me a lot of photos throughout the weekend which helped assure me that Koda was having a great time! She has a perfect home for hosting dogs, and Koda definitely appreciated her active lifestyle. Harriet even took her on a few hikes! When I picked up my dog, she looked very content and comfortable. I will certainly be contacting Harriet if I need a dog sitter in the future!

Madison S.
Dog Boarding • Jun 30, 2019
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Ziggy had an awesome stay! Thanks Harriet!

Sallie M.
Jun 19, 2019

Harriet is a fantastic dog parent herself, and an animal lover through and through. She is passionate and responsible and I would trust her with my dogs in a heartbeat.

About Harriet R.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Harriet R. would like to know about your pet

I don't discriminate against breeds, I really do love all dogs (even the difficult ones!), but my favorites are Golden Retrievers, Huskies/Malamutes, German Shepard's, Chihuahuas, and Yorkies. I also have a huge soft spot for rescues!

A typical day

I love taking my own dogs to walk by the Congaree river in downtown Columbia, and if they like swimming I know plenty of great spots! I also have access to some private rural close to town where my dogs enjoy running free until they nearly collapse, and swimming in the pond (I always use a tic collar and check for them after). I consider myself to be a fantastic frisbee thrower (or ball, whatever the preference might be), and I also enjoy running if your dog needs a more intense workout. I also genuinely enjoy grooming dogs, there's nothing better than coming home to a freshly bathed pup!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your 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

Harriet can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Harriet can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Harriet R.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

19 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Harriet R. would like to know about your pet

I don't discriminate against breeds, I really do love all dogs (even the difficult ones!), but my favorites are Golden Retrievers, Huskies/Malamutes, German Shepard's, Chihuahuas, and Yorkies. I also have a huge soft spot for rescues!

A typical day

I love taking my own dogs to walk by the Congaree river in downtown Columbia, and if they like swimming I know plenty of great spots! I also have access to some private rural close to town where my dogs enjoy running free until they nearly collapse, and swimming in the pond (I always use a tic collar and check for them after). I consider myself to be a fantastic frisbee thrower (or ball, whatever the preference might be), and I also enjoy running if your dog needs a more intense workout. I also genuinely enjoy grooming dogs, there's nothing better than coming home to a freshly bathed pup!

Location

Boulder, CO

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Harriet R.

Central Boulder, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews