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Heather L.

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
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Rest easy knowing they're loved!

Pet care experience

LAST MINUTE AND LONG STAYS WELCOME! Taking only 1 - 2 families at a time for boarding! I currently have no other animals and can accept pets that do not get along with other animals. Please note, Rover displays incorrect rates for my cat drop ins- it is $15/visit for the first cat, and $5/visit each additional cat. ($20/$10 for holidays) *I do now work Tuesday thru Friday, and on these days will not be available for pick up or drop off until 6pm* My yard is fully fenced, treated often for fleas, ticks, and mosquitos, and checked regularly for any damage to fencing. Pups get to enjoy the freedom of running and playing outside safely! (All dogs are supervised 100% of the time they are outside- they are NEVER outside alone!) I have provided loving care for a wide array of critters for many years, and have been a dedicated animal lover since I was old enough to walk. From dogs to snakes, horses to tarantulas, and anything in between, I love animals (and invertebrates!) of all kinds. I treat everyone's pets like they are my own- with absolute love and care! I have experience administering medications, feeding a raw diet, working very high energy pets, special needs, animal aggression, seniors, quirky pets, and so much more. I can also maintain fish tanks, and care for nearly any exotic pet. **All drop offs/pick ups and meet and greets are by scheduled appointment. This helps avoid chaos with the dogs and any confusion for the humans.** ***All services are first come first served, your dates are only reserved once you have confirmed and paid your booking.*** I offer bathing and nail trimming services as well! Bathing: $20 All Dogs Nails: $15 For Dogs of All Sizes $10 For Cats I have professional experience as both a vet tech and a pet sitter, as well as rescue and rehab experience. Many references can be provided upon request! Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have regarding myself or my services! Don't let my appearance fool you, while I may have tattoos, piercings, and crazy hair, I can promise your pets will never find a more loving sitter!

Reviews

Melisa C.
Dog Boarding • Sep 30, 2019
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*Finding* Heather was a godsend! And, in fact, she was recommended to me by acquaintances who are LDS & have periodically visited me over the past several yrs! Both my pups (1 now 13+ & blind) had been rehomed before they came to live w/ me, & I was very worried about how they would react to being boarded for a long period. At our initial meet & greet, my 5+ yo boy, who'd been w/ me just 5 mo, took to Heather immediately, offering his belly for rubs & giving her kisses! (He can be a growler; but not w/ Heather!) My 2 are sm, in the 17-18 lb range, & they don't typically play w/ other dogs. Heather's 2 LARGE boys were so sweet with the sm ones, & her sweet Coonhound Moose seemed to *watch after* my little blind girl. ❤ Heather's updates, including cute photos, during our *trial run* 2-day overnight (in preparation for a 12-day stay) really helped alleviate any fears I had about leaving the 2. And she even set up their sleeping arrangements to make my pups feel secure & most at home (sr girl in dog bed on floor by her bed & my spoiled boy in bed w/ her ... and her 2 big boys!)! I was worried my pups wouldn't want to come home w/ me after all the great care they got at Heather's! I'm feeling infinitely better about leaving them for their own fun *staycation* while I enjoy my own bucket list trip of a lifetime! THANK YOU, HEATHER!! ?❤??❤

Robin B.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 30, 2019
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Heather was wonderful. We received timely updates on our fur babies and felt they were in great hands while we were gone. Heather also responded quickly each time we contacted her.

Tracy D.
Dog Boarding • Sep 04, 2019
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She is awesome! My dog loves going there!

Chelsi W.
Dog Boarding • Aug 30, 2019
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Heather has helped me with my boy Dublin so much. She's the most reliable sitter I've ever worked with!

About Heather L.

Communication

33 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Information Heather L. would like to know about your pet

•Is your boarding dog up to date on vaccines and preventatives? •What commands does your pet respond to? •Is your dog crate trained? •How is your pet with other animals? •Does your dog display any leash reactivity? •Is your pet allowed treats? •Does your pet have any allergies or sensitivities? •Does your pet require medication? •Where does your pet sleep at night? •Does your pet have any special needs? •Anything extra you care to share is welcomed!

A typical day

Everyone is different, and because of that I prefer to cater activities to the pet based on their energy levels and personality, and what their owner does/doesn't allow them to do. I always provide ample mental and physical exercise as well as rest time for every pet. Dogs get to enjoy roam of my house (crates are used when no one is home, unless the dog cannot be crated, for the safety of the dogs.) and plenty of play time inside and out in the fenced yard. We do not leave the property to minimize the risk of an escape! I send daily photo updates between 6-8pm for boarding pups, but you are welcome to ask for more. Drop ins get photos at each visit. I plan to make this the most stress free I can for both you and your pet!

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Heather can watch in your home

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

About Heather L.

Communication

33 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Information Heather L. would like to know about your pet

•Is your boarding dog up to date on vaccines and preventatives? •What commands does your pet respond to? •Is your dog crate trained? •How is your pet with other animals? •Does your dog display any leash reactivity? •Is your pet allowed treats? •Does your pet have any allergies or sensitivities? •Does your pet require medication? •Where does your pet sleep at night? •Does your pet have any special needs? •Anything extra you care to share is welcomed!

A typical day

Everyone is different, and because of that I prefer to cater activities to the pet based on their energy levels and personality, and what their owner does/doesn't allow them to do. I always provide ample mental and physical exercise as well as rest time for every pet. Dogs get to enjoy roam of my house (crates are used when no one is home, unless the dog cannot be crated, for the safety of the dogs.) and plenty of play time inside and out in the fenced yard. We do not leave the property to minimize the risk of an escape! I send daily photo updates between 6-8pm for boarding pups, but you are welcome to ask for more. Drop ins get photos at each visit. I plan to make this the most stress free I can for both you and your pet!

Location

Fredericksburg, VA

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Heather L.

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
97 reviews