Heather D.
Westminster, MD
Heather D. has Star Sitter status
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Dogs vacation on the farm!
Pet care experience
I have been involved in the rescue world for 11 years. I have fostered 300 dogs in that time frame and have extensive knowledge with ALL breeds. I have had all ages from newborn to senior and all sizes from 1.5lb dog with hydrocephalus to a 4ft Great Dane, as well as cats. I live on a 15 acre farm where your dog will receive ample exercise and attention! I also have experience with other animals such as chickens, pigs, goats, cattle and alpacas. I have experience with administering medicine and I am comfortable with any behaviors. With being heavily involved with rescue, I have experienced just about anything you could throw my way! I completed a 1 year internship with an animal behaviorist as well. I have experience training dogs of various ages and understand the enrichment needed.
Reviews
We are so grateful for the amazing care that Heather gave to our 1 year old golden (Cobain) over Easter break!! He really enjoyed his stay with her, the walks to the pond and the creek, playing with her daughter and their farm dog, Charles! We loved getting lots of updates and pictures ❤️ We will definitely be booking with Heather again!
I was so happy to have found Heather to take care of Greta while we were away. She has a great deal of experience with animals of all sorts, including with the active breed that makes up 50% of Greta's bloodlines. For a dog that needs or loves being outdoors, she has a dream property with a ton of room to run. I highly recommend her!!
You’re so caring and flexible! Thank you for taking good care of our wild man.
Heather was awesome. I was worried about Nova because I had no idea how she would respond to being put in doggy care while I was away on business to California as this was her first time and I worried about her size. She did great, Heather was wonderful. When the meet and greet went well, I was relieved. They took to eachother immediately. She, her husband and daughter made her feel like she was with family and let her be... I think she misses Heather and the goats and other diversifications she had on the farm. I will definitely be using her again, and this time Nova's sister Nala will be with her...
About Heather D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have 2 fenced in yards plus 100ft leads to take dogs out into our pastures in addition to a creek if they like playing in water. My personal dogs are kept separate from client dogs so there is no worry if dogs need to be an only dog. I can provide a crate or leave dogs loose if that is what they are used to. I have a large lucky kennel as well if that is more comfortable. With fostering many dogs, I am used to accommodating all needs! Everyone will always be safe and well taken care of here.
Home
Information Heather D. would like to know about your pet
If your dog has any special needs or behaviors, just let me know ahead of time and I can ensure I will be able to meet those needs!
A typical day
I am knowledgeable in the daily enrichment dogs (or cats) need. I have puzzle toys to provide, snuffle mats, I'm happy to share ideas for kongs you can stuff and put in the freezer and I can lay them out for you. In my home, dogs can be taken down to the creek and there are trails for us to walk and tons of different smells all along the farm.
Services
Heather can host
Heather can watch in your home
Availability
I work from home so I am available throughout the day to exercise your dog. I do have dogs of my own that will be kept separate. However, with 2 separate fenced yards attached to the home, gates inside the home and large pastures to romp around, I will ensure everyone gets ample exercise and enrichment.
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About Heather D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have 2 fenced in yards plus 100ft leads to take dogs out into our pastures in addition to a creek if they like playing in water. My personal dogs are kept separate from client dogs so there is no worry if dogs need to be an only dog. I can provide a crate or leave dogs loose if that is what they are used to. I have a large lucky kennel as well if that is more comfortable. With fostering many dogs, I am used to accommodating all needs! Everyone will always be safe and well taken care of here.
Home
Information Heather D. would like to know about your pet
If your dog has any special needs or behaviors, just let me know ahead of time and I can ensure I will be able to meet those needs!
A typical day
I am knowledgeable in the daily enrichment dogs (or cats) need. I have puzzle toys to provide, snuffle mats, I'm happy to share ideas for kongs you can stuff and put in the freezer and I can lay them out for you. In my home, dogs can be taken down to the creek and there are trails for us to walk and tons of different smells all along the farm.
Location
Westminster, MD
Pets
Heather D.
Westminster, MD