Johanna K.
Shakopee, MN
Johanna K. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Your dog will love staying here!
Pet care experience
I have spent 25 years working boarding, dog walking, and pet sitting, 6 years working in local vet clinics, and 12 years as a professional dog trainer. Im comfortable working with dogs that have behavioral needs as well as dogs with special medical needs. I only ask that your pets are crate trained and are not obnoxious in the crate. I try my best to keep my home environment quiet and calm. Your dogs will have individual attention and I send videos and pictures frequently throughout their stay. If they get along with other dogs, they are welcome to play in group play, (if I have dogs they can play with,) otherwise they will get individual play time and attention. I have experience with many breeds and temperaments. My personal dogs may or may not get to play with your dogs. You have to understand that they are working dogs. They help me with my training business. I’m very careful about the dogs that I allow them around. I have a rotation system that works well so that all of the dogs get lots of interaction. I send lots of pictures and videos so you can see that your pup is happy and enjoying their stay. The amount of crate time depends on age and maturity of the dog. A puppy will have less freedom just to help make sure they continue house and potty training like they would at home. For an additional $20, I will take your pet on a hiking adventure weather permitting. I work on your dogs recall and general manners while they are out and about. (Add that on to Daycare or boarding. I also can work with your dog on training while they are with me. Message me for details and availability.)
Reviews
Johanna is an excellent communicator and knew exactly how to handle our timid dog. We will definitely have her watch our dog again! You can tell Johanna has worked with a lot of dogs and knows that every dog has unique needs.
My dog Riley is living her best life at Johanna's. Riley is young and active and gets to run around and play in Johanna's fenced in back yard. :)
Zuma loves staying with Johanna!
We are repeat customers. Johanna loves dogs and it shows in the care she gives them. She is also very good at communicating and sending pics and videos for my peace of mind.
About Johanna K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced in, 6ft privacy fenced, yard. Dogs have to be in kennels when they aren't supervised. I have a dog that is very dog selective so we do crate and rotating. My husband and step son love dogs too so every dog that stays with us gets extra special individual attention.
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Information Johanna K. would like to know about your pet
If they have any food allergies, special quirks, or bad habits. If they can safely stay in a kennel unsupervised. If there is any history of aggression. Dogs have to be kennel trained to stay with me. This is non optional.
A typical day
I can do walks for an additional fee. If your dog likes fetch, bring their favorite toy! If they like water, I have a kiddie pool in summer months. I have a big back yard with lots of room to run, or, book an adventure day with me for their stay. We will hit the hiking trails and go on an adventure ($20 extra and weather permitting)
Services
Johanna can host
Availability
Im self employed as a dog trainer and a stay at home mom of a toddler so Im pretty much home 24-7. My life is pet care. My family and I love dogs and try to make them feel as at home as possible.
About Johanna K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced in, 6ft privacy fenced, yard. Dogs have to be in kennels when they aren't supervised. I have a dog that is very dog selective so we do crate and rotating. My husband and step son love dogs too so every dog that stays with us gets extra special individual attention.
Home
Information Johanna K. would like to know about your pet
If they have any food allergies, special quirks, or bad habits. If they can safely stay in a kennel unsupervised. If there is any history of aggression. Dogs have to be kennel trained to stay with me. This is non optional.
A typical day
I can do walks for an additional fee. If your dog likes fetch, bring their favorite toy! If they like water, I have a kiddie pool in summer months. I have a big back yard with lots of room to run, or, book an adventure day with me for their stay. We will hit the hiking trails and go on an adventure ($20 extra and weather permitting)
Location
Shakopee, MN
Pets
Johanna K.
Shakopee, MN