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Holly L.

Rutherfordton, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
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Your dog’s “B&B” in the country

Pet care experience

We offer in home ‘family’ style dog boarding & daycare here at our pet friendly home, which is just east of Lake Lure, NC. **Please see dog compatibility information below before reserving** We provide a ‘vacation’ for your dog and consider it “your dog’s ‘b & b’ in the country”. During their stay, we will provide you with updates, photos and videos; allowing you to feel comfortable with their well-being. We take their safety and your trust very seriously. Our home is one level, with over 500 sq ft of enclosed decking that overlooks a fenced in large, private backyard. The entire property is also fenced in and we secure the perimeter gates while your dog acclimates, just as added security. *Dog compatibility: I do have animals in my home so for everyone’s comfort, and with previous experience, I do need to ask for the following, I apologize as I know this doesn’t work for everyone. Our dog guests need to be -non-aggressive. They need to get along with other dogs and preferably non reactive to cats, though understanding typically dogs are ‘intrigued’ with the cats and that is fine, just as long as they don’t wish to harm. -They should be under 40 lb due to the size of my dogs. (An exception to this can be made if meet & greet is done and all get along) -They need to be up to date on shots -Must be on flea/tick control medication. -house trained -If you’re local, we prefer meet & greets prior My pets: -We do have two small beagles. 1) Tallulah is very friendly, playful small (19 lb) beagle. 2) Tallulah needed a best friend so we have adopted another beagle. Harper. She’s one year old, even smaller (15 lb) and still learning. She can be intimidated/reactive at first meeting, this seems to be with dogs bigger than her. So she may bark at initial meeting. She is extremely sweet and playful though and loves playing with her new friends. -We do also have two cats, Grayson & Roan, when we have new guests they will hide themselves as much as possible initially. I also have a small flock of chickens but your pup won’t interact with them. *I try very hard to make your dog feel apart of our pack and treat them just as special as my own.* About me: Besides being an animal lover & owner my entire life, and with my dogs being like my children to me, I have been fostering, dog walking, pet sitting, and boarding for many years now. Since buying this home, I have had the opportunity to fully commit to boarding I have been on the other side as the dog parent and know what it’s like looking for a reliable dog boarder and one that I can afford - and I want to be that for you! Please read additional info under “details” as to what to expect during their stay. Thank you!!

Reviews

Macy G.
Dog Boarding • Jan 22, 2024
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Once again, Holly was wonderful! She was extremely accommodating with schedule changes, flexible and understanding! When my girls come over they get so excited! It’s like they are visiting their favorite Aunt ❤️. This gives me peace knowing they are that comfortable with her! We are grateful for Holly! I would highly recommend!

Macy G.
Dog Boarding • Jan 08, 2024
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We loved Holly! She was pleasant to communicate with. She welcomed myself and our pups into her home with ease. She kept us updated throughout their overnight stay, sent pictures and videos. Ive never seen my two pups warm up to someone as quickly as they did Holly! She was great!

Laura J.
Dog Boarding • Dec 09, 2023
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Holly was great as usual! The dogs were so happy to spend time with her and she sent updates and cute pictures of all the fun they were having!

Luke B.
Dog Boarding • Nov 26, 2023
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Holly is the best! Our little guys had a fantastic time staying a few days, it was relaxing for them. The photo updates were great, we could tell they were in good hands.

About Holly L.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pets safety is my utmost concern. I have taken extra steps including pet first aid/cpr training, and all Rover training courses. Additionally I will take extra precautions such as keeping my perimeter gates closed entirely while your dog acclimates. When we go for walks, I have a security strap that goes from collar to harness that I can attach (assuming your dog comes with a harness) for extra security. I will contact you daily with updates and photos as well. I’ve been on the other side of this app (as the dog parent) and I completely understand wanting to make sure they’re safe and happy and will ensure you feel confident in their stay. Additionally, I have a quick intake form so you can tell me all about your dog. Their personality, any medications, feeding schedule etc. as well as a permissions form that I will abide by depending on how you fill it out.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Holly L. would like to know about your pet

~I do provide some quick intake form to fill out to ensure we have all your pup’s requirements, know their personality & have your instructions properly noted, * prefer crate trained & provided their crate * along with their food, please also bring their bed, food bowls, and treats (we get one mid day and one post dinner treat) * please let me know where your dog sleeps when at home. I can no longer guarantee they can sleep in my bed. One, there’s just very limited room already but also, it just depends on the doggy/cat dynamics. I will definitely try tho if that’s where they want to be. * any food allergies. I also make dog treats and would like to share with them.

A typical day

About their stay: They will be spoiled! I work from home and am almost always here, so your dog will receive lots of love and attention. They will be treated as part of my pack. For exercise, we’ll either walk on the private road or play in the backyard. While I work, I have plenty of beds by my desk for them. Weekends we would spend more time outside if weather is good and I’ll possibly take them for car rides and visiting pet friendly locations, but only if you provide permission. For my overnight guests, In the evenings we’ll settle down & snuggle on the sofa for a movie. For bedtime, I will try to accommodate the location of where they typically sleep.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$37per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$27per day

Holly can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

My schedule: I work from home 100% of the time and I am a homebody and almost always home. Typically, I may just step outside daily for 1/2 hr to tend to my chickens but can occasionally be gone longer to run errands, etc. (typically weekend day). No more than a 2-3 hours if that occurs. Also I try not make social plans during guest stays (and will flag to you at booking if there is anything already scheduled). if your dog isn’t crate trained, then need to know they’re safe/nondestructive if loose in the house while I’m away during these times. I do have a dogcam and do check on them during these rare times. My pets, and our visiting canine guests, are always my priority and will have all their needs and more met.

Available
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Calendar last updated 17 days ago
Holly can host up to 2 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Holly L.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pets safety is my utmost concern. I have taken extra steps including pet first aid/cpr training, and all Rover training courses. Additionally I will take extra precautions such as keeping my perimeter gates closed entirely while your dog acclimates. When we go for walks, I have a security strap that goes from collar to harness that I can attach (assuming your dog comes with a harness) for extra security. I will contact you daily with updates and photos as well. I’ve been on the other side of this app (as the dog parent) and I completely understand wanting to make sure they’re safe and happy and will ensure you feel confident in their stay. Additionally, I have a quick intake form so you can tell me all about your dog. Their personality, any medications, feeding schedule etc. as well as a permissions form that I will abide by depending on how you fill it out.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Holly L. would like to know about your pet

~I do provide some quick intake form to fill out to ensure we have all your pup’s requirements, know their personality & have your instructions properly noted, * prefer crate trained & provided their crate * along with their food, please also bring their bed, food bowls, and treats (we get one mid day and one post dinner treat) * please let me know where your dog sleeps when at home. I can no longer guarantee they can sleep in my bed. One, there’s just very limited room already but also, it just depends on the doggy/cat dynamics. I will definitely try tho if that’s where they want to be. * any food allergies. I also make dog treats and would like to share with them.

A typical day

About their stay: They will be spoiled! I work from home and am almost always here, so your dog will receive lots of love and attention. They will be treated as part of my pack. For exercise, we’ll either walk on the private road or play in the backyard. While I work, I have plenty of beds by my desk for them. Weekends we would spend more time outside if weather is good and I’ll possibly take them for car rides and visiting pet friendly locations, but only if you provide permission. For my overnight guests, In the evenings we’ll settle down & snuggle on the sofa for a movie. For bedtime, I will try to accommodate the location of where they typically sleep.

Location

Rutherfordton, NC

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Holly L.

Rutherfordton, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews