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Helen S.

Garland, TX

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Third-Generation Dog Defender

Pet care experience

My love of dogs started before I was born when my grandparents took on the care of their first West Highland White Terrier. From there, they quickly raised a Best in Show standard of the breed. Of course, my mother was in the center of all that action. She grew up learning how to groom hundreds of dog breeds once my grandparents opened their own kennel and family business. Some of my earliest memories were at that kennel! My mother raised me to have a heart of gold as she was also heavily involved in several rescue groups. I was surrounded by family pets, and pets with special needs that would soon go on to their furrever home. Growing up, I also volunteered at the shelters my mother was affiliated with. Fast-forward to now, I have raised a 4-year old half-Lab, half-Anatolian Shepard. She is the sweetest pup that is well-behaved with a guard dogs' intuition. As far as the day-to-day, I work a 9-6 in Downtown, with a 10-minute drive home. I'm currently looking to supplement my income with my favorite things in the world - puppers, woofers, and doggos! Let me care for your dog just like I care for my own. They will be sure to fall head over tails!

Reviews

David O.
Mar 27, 2018

Helen helped board and walk my dog (lab mix) multiple times. She treats my fur baby like her own. She's always on time, she's trustworthy and honest. I continue to use her services and would highly recommend to everyone.

Audrey S.
Mar 27, 2018

Helen has always been great with animals, especially dogs. I've known her since we were children and her entire family is very animal-friendly, owning over 10 animals at any given time, the majority being dogs. Helen has always taken responsibility for them whenever and wherever needed, and it shows in their happy attitudes and the loyalty they have to her. I would trust her with my dog any day because I have seen how great she is with all animals.

About Helen S.

Skills

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

Information Helen S. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know the commands if any, that your dog knows. More than that, I need to know the nuances of how your dog responds. With some dogs it's a tone, with others it's a hand signal. Favorite treats and toys also come in handy to know! And please, if your dog is aggressive, please give fair warning and provide at the minimum, a muzzle for outdoor walks and play. I do have experience with aggressive dogs, and understand that sometimes all they need is time. I hate the term dog-whisperer, but it's important to know how to read how an animal is feeling.

A typical day

Walks, run, trips to the park! I have to admit, I'm not the best thrower, but as long as your pup knows how to fetch, I will supply an endless supply of tosses. Oh, and did I mention pets?? Lots and lots of pets.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Helen can watch in your home

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

About Helen S.

Skills

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

Information Helen S. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know the commands if any, that your dog knows. More than that, I need to know the nuances of how your dog responds. With some dogs it's a tone, with others it's a hand signal. Favorite treats and toys also come in handy to know! And please, if your dog is aggressive, please give fair warning and provide at the minimum, a muzzle for outdoor walks and play. I do have experience with aggressive dogs, and understand that sometimes all they need is time. I hate the term dog-whisperer, but it's important to know how to read how an animal is feeling.

A typical day

Walks, run, trips to the park! I have to admit, I'm not the best thrower, but as long as your pup knows how to fetch, I will supply an endless supply of tosses. Oh, and did I mention pets?? Lots and lots of pets.

Location

Garland, TX

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Helen S.

Garland, TX

2 reviews