Jennifer S.
Lakewood, WA
Peaceful SafeHaven for Furry Family
Pet care experience
Focus on dogs who need a gentler environment to hang out for the day or overnight stays. Our house is one level and carpeted for those needing stable footing. Therefore, dogs must be house trained and on flea/tic meds. The Backyard is spacious enclosed with a 6ft fence, big enough to throw a ball or spend time exploring the squirrel trails. All guests must be friendly towards other dogs as there are 3 resident spaniels for your pup to become friends with. I'm experienced with medication application including daily injections. Meet and Greets are welcomed and encouraged for peace of mind.
Reviews
I cannot express enough gratitude for Jennifer's exceptional care for my furry friend. Utilizing both her daycare and boarding services has been an absolute relief. Despite my older dog needing extra attention, he adores going to Jennifer's place. She pays meticulous attention to his needs, ensuring he feels right at home and he thoroughly enjoys playing in their fantastic backyard with her dogs. The updates and photos she sends during his stay are not only comforting but also evidence of her genuine care. I wholeheartedly recommend Jennifer to anyone seeking a loving and dependable place for their precious furry family member. Kudos to Jennifer and her husband for the awesome care that they provide! Look no further, you've found the place.
Jennifer sent lots of updates and great communicating. Charley had a great stay :)
This is the 2nd time we have left our pup with Jennifer. She is very easy to communicate with and sends pictures frequently. Our dog loves playing with her cocker spaniels. He makes himself right at home and Jennifer and her husband are always so sweet to him. Taking care of a 120 lb dog can be challenging, but they do an excellent job. I would definitely recommend Jennifer to others.
Jennifer made my Karlie feel so welcomed in her home from the first meet and greet. I'm so glad I chose Jennifer to board and care for my Karlie and she just loved playing with her dogs so much. I love the way Jennifer went out of her way to send many special pictures of my Karlie's activities there and special tips from Jennifer. Once again thank you and hope to use your services again in the near future.
About Jennifer S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'm now home daily to attend to watching dogs for daycare and overnight stays. As mentioned above our house is 1 level with a secure 6ft fence. It's carpeted so all pets must be house trained however it's great for senior dogs needing the stable footing and softer places to lie. I have 3 Spaniels 2 are 4 yrs old and both fixed and a 1 yr old uneutured, all are very friendly and easy going they like to play but love snoozing while I work. You can expect your pet to be able to enjoy a calm environment with several choices of places to rest, a huge toy basket and outdoor time every 2-3 hours where they can choose to romp, explore, or plop down and observe the birds. When the weather is nice they can also choose to sunbath or hang out under a shady tree.
Home
Information Jennifer S. would like to know about your pet
I will want to know what is important to you and base the care on what is needed. Dogs will need to be potty trained, well mannered, have basic vaccinations and on flea and tick medicine. Dogs must be comfortable being crated for a short period of time in order to feed dogs on a rotating basis so no one dog gets uncomfortable with food around. Or if a dog gets to beggy at the kitchen table while humans are eating. It is my discretion to accept a breed type and do a meet and greet. Meet and greets are very important as it is during this time it is assessed whether all the dogs will get along for a period of time. Getting along includes play and curious interest or hey I acknowledge you and I'm cool with just being in your space. I can also do Rover video chats under certain circumstances to determine if a dog would be a good fit but likely after the video chat an in person meet and greet will still be required. Other information: I do have experience with dogs that are blind and hard of hearing as our senior dogs before passing experienced this. Senior dogs must be mobile enough to walk on their own to get outside and must not be in unnecessary pain. I also have experience sitting a bird as long as your bird is cool about dogs in the vicinity. Staying longer than a week can be discussed on a case by case basis.
A typical day
A typical day will be based on your dogs needs this can be discussed during the initial meeting . I live in a nice walking neighborhood and live near a great walking trail. Daycare dogs will be able to enjoy a comfy snoozing spot and fun backyard breaks with playtime. Dogs who are boarding if they like car rides will get to go on field trips if they are comfortable doing so. I only take dogs at my discretion if it is safe to do so. Our favorite games at home are practicing scent work this may include basic scents or hide and seek of treats.
Services
Jennifer can host
Availability
I've been a pet sitter at different times throughout my life starting at age 10 both in peoples homes and taking in pets when friends have been deployed by the military or needing to find a safe secure place for pets when going through chemo treatments and unable to properly care for their pets short term. Pet care has been my life as I previously owned an Irish Setter and Siberian Husky living to 14 and 15 respectively. Thus my understanding for the need for a quality sitter for middle age and older dogs needing a little extra. Currently, I live and breath dog hair with my husband as we have 3 calm and loving spaniels willing to open their dog beds to share with others.
About Jennifer S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'm now home daily to attend to watching dogs for daycare and overnight stays. As mentioned above our house is 1 level with a secure 6ft fence. It's carpeted so all pets must be house trained however it's great for senior dogs needing the stable footing and softer places to lie. I have 3 Spaniels 2 are 4 yrs old and both fixed and a 1 yr old uneutured, all are very friendly and easy going they like to play but love snoozing while I work. You can expect your pet to be able to enjoy a calm environment with several choices of places to rest, a huge toy basket and outdoor time every 2-3 hours where they can choose to romp, explore, or plop down and observe the birds. When the weather is nice they can also choose to sunbath or hang out under a shady tree.
Home
Information Jennifer S. would like to know about your pet
I will want to know what is important to you and base the care on what is needed. Dogs will need to be potty trained, well mannered, have basic vaccinations and on flea and tick medicine. Dogs must be comfortable being crated for a short period of time in order to feed dogs on a rotating basis so no one dog gets uncomfortable with food around. Or if a dog gets to beggy at the kitchen table while humans are eating. It is my discretion to accept a breed type and do a meet and greet. Meet and greets are very important as it is during this time it is assessed whether all the dogs will get along for a period of time. Getting along includes play and curious interest or hey I acknowledge you and I'm cool with just being in your space. I can also do Rover video chats under certain circumstances to determine if a dog would be a good fit but likely after the video chat an in person meet and greet will still be required. Other information: I do have experience with dogs that are blind and hard of hearing as our senior dogs before passing experienced this. Senior dogs must be mobile enough to walk on their own to get outside and must not be in unnecessary pain. I also have experience sitting a bird as long as your bird is cool about dogs in the vicinity. Staying longer than a week can be discussed on a case by case basis.
A typical day
A typical day will be based on your dogs needs this can be discussed during the initial meeting . I live in a nice walking neighborhood and live near a great walking trail. Daycare dogs will be able to enjoy a comfy snoozing spot and fun backyard breaks with playtime. Dogs who are boarding if they like car rides will get to go on field trips if they are comfortable doing so. I only take dogs at my discretion if it is safe to do so. Our favorite games at home are practicing scent work this may include basic scents or hide and seek of treats.
Location
Lakewood, WA
Pets
Jennifer S.
Lakewood, WA