Judith P.
Sardis Woods, NC
Peace Place for Pups
Pet care experience
I've been caring for dogs all my life. Over the past 45 years, I have bred and raised collies and train and work with them as therapy dogs for abused children. We are retired so home most of the time. When weather permits, the dogs and I go walking in our neighborhood, a 21/2 miles route, or go to a local trail area. They go with me everywhere if it is cool enough for them to stay in the car. I have worked in a grooming shop so do all my own bathing, trimming, toenail clipping, teeth cleaning and teeth brushing. I have several grankids from 17 to 5 so the dogs get lots of kid time. We have a big fenced backyard so their other job is keeping the property squirrel free. There's lots of shade, a clean escape-free pen under the deck and a sandbox for them to dig and lounge in. I've had experience working in a kennel and at a dog groomer. My husband and I are retired so we are busy but usually one of us is home most of the time. We come and go during a typical day but usually not more than a couple hours. We also have other arrangements to be sure the dogs are let out and fed in an emergency. We have now been working for DOG VACAY for 3 years and are completely sold on home boarding. The dogs are so much more relaxed and peaceful than kennel boarding and receive much more individual attention. They are not restrained and have access to indoor and outdoor "just like home" freedom. After the first few visits, they seem to accept us as their "home away from home" and most get over their first day stress. Having worked in both, we highly recommend home boarding over kenneling.
Reviews
Judith is fantastic. You can tell how much she cares about her guests. I'll definitely keep requesting Judith in the future.
Milo loved that there were other dogs to play with. Judith was very flexible and worked with my schedule for drop off and pick up. They kindly gave me a picture of Milo as a keepsake of his stay. I would love for them to care for Milo again.
Lexie was well taken care of! Thank you Judy!!!
Kylo was very happy staying w Judith
About Judith P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We board 3 dogs at a time so there will be 5 dogs including ours. The dogs stay in our home like our own pets. They are free to go in and out at will. We are mindful of the weather and do not leave the dogs outside in inclement weather. We have AC and fans to keep the dogs safe and cool in summer and heat in the winter. They are toweled off if rained on and protected from each other if necessary. We offer baths, brushing, nail trimming, anal expiration, for an additional fee. Food bowls are cleaned after every meal and water bowls kept clean and fresh inside and outside the house.
Home
Information Judith P. would like to know about your pet
Will not take any of the Pitbull related breeds or any aggressive dogs that go for the throat in an altercation. Prefer larger breeds 30lbs. and up. We don't mix small and large breed dogs. Prefer dogs 2 years and older unless they are calm temperament.
A typical day
We have a large shady back yard with freedom to run, chase squirrels, and play. We have a large shady sandbox where they can dig and lie in the cool sand. Do not walk dogs anymore because too many of them were not mannerly on the leash and they were walking me.
Services
Judith can host
Availability
We are fully retired now so we are here almost 24/7 with your pet. We now have 9 years experience boarding in our home and have worked out a lot of kinks.
About Judith P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We board 3 dogs at a time so there will be 5 dogs including ours. The dogs stay in our home like our own pets. They are free to go in and out at will. We are mindful of the weather and do not leave the dogs outside in inclement weather. We have AC and fans to keep the dogs safe and cool in summer and heat in the winter. They are toweled off if rained on and protected from each other if necessary. We offer baths, brushing, nail trimming, anal expiration, for an additional fee. Food bowls are cleaned after every meal and water bowls kept clean and fresh inside and outside the house.
Home
Information Judith P. would like to know about your pet
Will not take any of the Pitbull related breeds or any aggressive dogs that go for the throat in an altercation. Prefer larger breeds 30lbs. and up. We don't mix small and large breed dogs. Prefer dogs 2 years and older unless they are calm temperament.
A typical day
We have a large shady back yard with freedom to run, chase squirrels, and play. We have a large shady sandbox where they can dig and lie in the cool sand. Do not walk dogs anymore because too many of them were not mannerly on the leash and they were walking me.
Location
Charlotte, NC
Pets
Judith P.
Sardis Woods, NC