Irene S.
Bend, OR
Home from Home
Pet care experience
I offer a home-from-home experience for your dog(s) or cats in a clean, quiet and safe home within a peaceful private 200-acre neighborhood. I have a large fenced yard, room to romp indoors, toys and cuddles on the furniture. I give your pet lots of exercise and attention to minimize the stress of being away from you. Boarding includes a hike in the Tumalo area and/or a walk around my property.. My personal experience includes Border Collies, Husky mix, Belgian Shepherds and Great Dane and my professional experience includes seniors and miniatures. A cat owned me for 15 years, I would be happy to look after your feline. While I love big dogs, but can NOT take dogs that are excessively boisterous or lacking basic training ( young puppies being an exception). My apologies. I take caring for your pet very seriously. I am happy to administer medication and have training in pet first aid and CPR. I volunteer for PET (Pet Evacuation Team) and act as a local foster for rescued dogs. I am a retired academic who likes to stay active and I pride myself in having common sense. My own senior Border Collie passed in 2022, your dog will have my full attention. Play dates are often arranged with my neighbors and their dogs. I guarantee your dog will be a stay with the energy level it prefers. Daycare includes a hike or leash walk and a romp in my large fenced yard and cuddles and playtime indoors. I love to walk and offer off-leash hikes or leash walks. While your dog does not have to have a perfect ‘heel’ command it must already be trained for leash walks. For all my clients, I believe you know your dog better than anyone and I will sincerely follow any instructions you provide. But if I have concerns about your dogs welfare I will speak up. A meet and greet is required and offered at no charge. You MUST tell me if your dog has health issues and provide a vaccination printout from your vet. A discount applies to second pet.
Reviews
Irene is amazing! Our pup comes home tired from all of the fun adventures they go on during boarding. Thank you for taking such great care of our Juni!
Irene took such wonderful care of our dog Juni! Juni is shy and can be very cautious when meeting new people. Irene and Juni were best friends by the time we picked her up! Irene kept us updated and sent photos during her stay from their walks and time spent together. We are so glad we found her on Rover! ☺️
Irene took great care of Jax! He is a very nervous guy without me in the picture. I felt a little upset because my boy was too anxious to leave for walks but other than that he was well cared for. Irene did what she thought best and I appreciate that!! I wish he could go over there again in near future. Because he would maybe feel less anxious next time as he would remember her.
Irene took amazing care of our two Vizslas. They ran miles and miles on the different places she took them. They slept all day and most of the next day. I think they are wondering when they can go back and spend a few more days with her. We look forward to their next stay.
About Irene S.
Communication
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Safety, trust & environment
I have a clean quiet home and a large fenced yard. Your dog can enjoy playtime with toys and balls in the yard or in the house. Boarding and daycare include a couple of walks and a couple of playtimes - this tend to take care of any separation anxiety they may have. Meals and any medication are offered on their typical schedule. Drop off their own beds/ blankets and clothing with your scent and they will feel more secure.
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Information Irene S. would like to know about your pet
I don’t have a breed preference. My biggest softy was my 165 lb Great Dane, I love a dog that is having fun and I tone things down for those that are fearful. I board dogs from one client at a time so that your needs are catered for.
A typical day
I typically walk dogs in the Tumalo area including the reservoir, Tumalo Feed Canal, Cline Butte Recreational Area, Twin Bridges, Huntington Trail, Nat Forest and BLM land. I can also take water-loving pups to local lakes.
Services
Irene can host
Availability
I only work for 1 hour / week at another job so have plenty time to be available to your pets whether it is walks, hikes or cuddles. When pet-sitting I spend much of my time in the home, reading, cooking, gardening and yoga practice.
About Irene S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a clean quiet home and a large fenced yard. Your dog can enjoy playtime with toys and balls in the yard or in the house. Boarding and daycare include a couple of walks and a couple of playtimes - this tend to take care of any separation anxiety they may have. Meals and any medication are offered on their typical schedule. Drop off their own beds/ blankets and clothing with your scent and they will feel more secure.
Home
Information Irene S. would like to know about your pet
I don’t have a breed preference. My biggest softy was my 165 lb Great Dane, I love a dog that is having fun and I tone things down for those that are fearful. I board dogs from one client at a time so that your needs are catered for.
A typical day
I typically walk dogs in the Tumalo area including the reservoir, Tumalo Feed Canal, Cline Butte Recreational Area, Twin Bridges, Huntington Trail, Nat Forest and BLM land. I can also take water-loving pups to local lakes.
Location
Bend, OR
Irene S.
Bend, OR