Heather & Mike D.
Knoxville, TN
Reliable Dog Professional
Pet care experience
I'm now only open to past clients for backup services such as such as a single drop-in day or short boarding stay. I operate like a business and am an experienced pet sitter and dog trainer. I am a Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Animal Actor Certified Evaluator, I worked for a dog training facility for over two years, and I complete ongoing continuing education activities centering around rewards-based/positive-reinforcement methods. I have experience with other pet varieties and my own dogs passed away from age so yours will be the only dogs in my home. My service radius is 15 min from Bearden High School or up to 20min with an additional $3/day surcharge pending availability. I take what I do seriously and look at this as something more meaningful than simply a job because what I do makes having and keeping dogs easier for pet parents, which supports a happier and healthier home and dog world with reduced situations leading to preventable euthenasias. I'd feel privileged to free you from having to worry, and enable focus on other priorities while you're away.
Reviews
Heather and Mike did a great job taking care of our 3 fur babies. They were timely and communicative in the status of the pups. I highly recommend them. Thank you Heather and Mike.⚘
Heather was great! She was very thorough, responsive, and well prepared. We had a lot going on before having to book her services last minute and I felt so much relief knowing they were in good hand! Would definitely book again! ☺️
Communication before and during the boarding, treats, walks, cuddle time with your pet, daily pics...all these things make for a great pet boarding experience. Heather provided all this, and our dog came home without any stressful behavior that can come with a week of boarding. Grateful dog and family here.
Heather has been great taking care of our boys! We know when we book Heather that they are in good hands are loved and well taken care of while we are gone.
About Heather & Mike D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My Home: We're in a one-level home with walk areas right outside. Your pup will be safe and I'll keep you posted daily. I ask that your pups be 6+mos old, house-trained (or very close, if a new dog), current with core vaccinations, and reasonably clean (flea-treated monthly, consistently). They should be crate-friendly; all dogs will be crated at night for safety. Minimalistic complainers are OK, but I can't host dogs that are consistently, loudly vocal when crated in fairness to close neighbors. I only take 1-2 families at a time and the dogs get introduced gradually or separated if there are any issues. Your Home: I can assure you peace of mind on the trusting a human stranger end of things because I'm a cautious type, myself. I'm a mature mid-level leader who's familiar with privacy and confidentiality and operate on as much of a "leave no trace" approach as possible. I'm comfortable with checking on your other critters as well in exception of cats; I complete shorter visits but cannot do house-sitting stays with indoor cats due to allergies. Individual sitters handle house-sitting differently; I stay at your home between the hours of 8:30a & 9:30p for blocks of time specific to distance and needs. Please message me with your specific desires.
Home
Information Heather & Mike D. would like to know about your pet
Full confidential detail to be provided on New Client Pet Profile form. Please have vaccination records handy for services outside your home so I can ensure all dogs in shared spaces will remain safe & healthy. Thank you!
A typical day
I maintain common manner/behavioral standards via leadership and positive reinforcement methods. I bring my training habits, knowledge, and equipment so I'm prepared to handle most anything that comes with the variety in sizes and training levels. I put in the appropriate level of time and energy specific to your desires and dog’s needs. My care level is always that you become a repeat client and come home to your pup feeling happy and comfortable. My husb attends M&G's to ensure you're comfortable with everyone that may be in your home because he may accompany or help out periodically.
Services
Heather & Mike can host
Heather & Mike can watch in your home
Availability
Please inquire. As above, now only available for previous clients as a backup sitter for exception drop-ins or short boarding stays if your dog is crate-trained for up to 5 hours at a time if necessary.
About Heather & Mike D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My Home: We're in a one-level home with walk areas right outside. Your pup will be safe and I'll keep you posted daily. I ask that your pups be 6+mos old, house-trained (or very close, if a new dog), current with core vaccinations, and reasonably clean (flea-treated monthly, consistently). They should be crate-friendly; all dogs will be crated at night for safety. Minimalistic complainers are OK, but I can't host dogs that are consistently, loudly vocal when crated in fairness to close neighbors. I only take 1-2 families at a time and the dogs get introduced gradually or separated if there are any issues. Your Home: I can assure you peace of mind on the trusting a human stranger end of things because I'm a cautious type, myself. I'm a mature mid-level leader who's familiar with privacy and confidentiality and operate on as much of a "leave no trace" approach as possible. I'm comfortable with checking on your other critters as well in exception of cats; I complete shorter visits but cannot do house-sitting stays with indoor cats due to allergies. Individual sitters handle house-sitting differently; I stay at your home between the hours of 8:30a & 9:30p for blocks of time specific to distance and needs. Please message me with your specific desires.
Home
Information Heather & Mike D. would like to know about your pet
Full confidential detail to be provided on New Client Pet Profile form. Please have vaccination records handy for services outside your home so I can ensure all dogs in shared spaces will remain safe & healthy. Thank you!
A typical day
I maintain common manner/behavioral standards via leadership and positive reinforcement methods. I bring my training habits, knowledge, and equipment so I'm prepared to handle most anything that comes with the variety in sizes and training levels. I put in the appropriate level of time and energy specific to your desires and dog’s needs. My care level is always that you become a repeat client and come home to your pup feeling happy and comfortable. My husb attends M&G's to ensure you're comfortable with everyone that may be in your home because he may accompany or help out periodically.
Location
Knoxville, TN
Heather & Mike D.
Knoxville, TN