Heather S.
Asheville, NC
Dogs big or small, I love them all!
Pet care experience
I've been dog sitting for over 26 years, all sizes, breeds, and personalities. I have experience with positive reinforcement and clicker training and can confidently administer first aid in case of emergencies. I'll send you tons of pictures of your pet if you like and most importantly I will absolutely treat your baby with as much care, love, and fun as I do with my own. And for repeat clients, you can count on me remembering all the details of what your pup likes. Dog sitting is something I would do even if it didn't come with a paycheck. I love playing and being active. I want you to be able to work or vacation without any worries, and that comes when you know your furry family member is in good hands. I'd be delighted to be your sitter! Give me a call!
Reviews
Heather is literally AMAZING!! She treats your fur babies like the perfectness they are! She immediately came in and sat on the floor, then opened up her fanny pack filled with Cheerios and began loving on my pups. Not to mention she literally lives at a dog rescue center! Heather is my new favorite human and dog sitter!
Heather is the first person I go to for my dog sitting needs and the first person I would recommend to others. She loves animals more than anything and I know my Nala is perfectly safe and happy in her care!
As a CVT who works 40+ hours a week in the veterinary field, I am extremely selective on who I place my trust in when it comes to personal pet care. Heather has been #1 on that short list for 8 years, and quite frankly, I've considered flying her back to Mississippi to dogsit on more than one occasion. With Heather, you are not just getting a petsitter- you are gaining a lifelong friend. Her dedication, love, and professionalism are beyond admirable. Every animal in her care becomes a personal connection. For my reactive and high anxiety older dog- she knew exactly how to walk her, comfort her, and learned every nuance to her behavior. I still get check ins when we have bad weather just to see how Mona is doing, even states away. For my large, high energy dog, Heather was able to provide a safe environment for him to act like a bull in a china shop while maintaining control (even though he towers her by at least 6 inches when he's on his back legs). Litter boxes were cleaned daily, health concerns addressed immediately, and I always received daily photos, texts, and updates. I have had the occasional "pop in" during an emergency or the two week long house sitting, where I returned to a clean house and happy, sleepy animals. All in all, you absolutely can not find a better person to place your trust in. Whatever rate she charges, trust me when I say you are getting a deal, because the level of love and care that she provides to any animal under her watch is priceless.
Heather is so fabulous! She adores our dogs and treats them like they are her own! She was very understanding of my anxiety with leaving our dogs and came to meet us beforehand to ease my heart. She also handled our slightly-neurotic min pin with love and bonded with him so well! We trust her completely with our fur-kiddos and our home and we are so grateful to have found her!
About Heather S.
Communication
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Information Heather S. would like to know about your pet
It's always good to get info on a pup beforehand but not at all required. I have dog sat for seniors, special needs dogs, little pups, and ginormous pups. I haven't met a dog who doesn't like me and the feeling is mutual
A typical day
I'm willing to walk anywhere the family is comfortable. If its around your neighborhood, then that's what I'll do, but if you want something else I'm happy to do that too. I have researched tons of enrichment activities from snuffle mats to flirt poles and everything in between to make sure that your pup gets all the physical and mental stimulation they need. Every pup is different and I'm happy to cater to the individual needs of pups and wishes of parents.
Services
Heather can host
Heather can watch in your home
About Heather S.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Heather S. would like to know about your pet
It's always good to get info on a pup beforehand but not at all required. I have dog sat for seniors, special needs dogs, little pups, and ginormous pups. I haven't met a dog who doesn't like me and the feeling is mutual
A typical day
I'm willing to walk anywhere the family is comfortable. If its around your neighborhood, then that's what I'll do, but if you want something else I'm happy to do that too. I have researched tons of enrichment activities from snuffle mats to flirt poles and everything in between to make sure that your pup gets all the physical and mental stimulation they need. Every pup is different and I'm happy to cater to the individual needs of pups and wishes of parents.
Location
Asheville, NC
Pets
Heather S.
Asheville, NC