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Kathy O.

Salisbury, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews
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40 years experience. Two fence yard

Pet care experience

Hello. I offered discounts for multiple dogs and stays for six nights or longer. My name is Kathy and I have been a self-employed dog groomer for over 40 years. In my first year of grooming I keyed in on why some dogs are scared or timid. I have professional experience working with dogs in various capacities, including training, grooming, and boarding. I have a strong grasp of canine behavior and I understand the way dogs think. This allows me to manage dogs of various temperaments, including reactive and dogs. More and more people are calling me the dog whisperer when they are amazed at the videos of their pets. I usually send videos rather than photos. My skills help to alleviate separation anxiety and social skills become improved. it comes easy to me. Discounts are given to two or more pets and for stays longer than 6 days :-) My clients have been very pleased and the difference they see in their dogs when you going for a grooming session with me, as well as staying in my home. I have always said I love my job and I still do to this day. I started helping clients out when they went away watching their pets in my home. I love pet sitting. I recently put fake turf in my two dog yards which the dogs love. Photos upon request. People say I have a dog fantasyland. I work from home so spending time with the dogs is available throughout the day. Some dogs love to be with me while I am working where I also have a fenced yard off my grooming shop. $ I am able to offer discounts for multiple pets and for stays longer than 5 days. I have 2 fenced yards. Play time and potty breaks many times throughout the day. Some dogs love to be down stairs in my shop while I work and I have a fenced yard off my grooming shop.

Reviews

Lauren E.
Dog Boarding • Feb 07, 2024
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This was our dog's first time being boarded and our first time with Kathy. Kathy sent a couple of videos on the first day to ease our minds and let us know that Henry was doing well. When we picked him up he was happy and excited to see us. Henry had a good experience with Kathy!

S L.
Dog Boarding • Oct 06, 2023
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Kathy was awesome! Bruno was extremely happy and comfortable with her, and were so relieved. We have had Bruno for 2 years. We rescued him from a shelter in the south, and we have never left him with anyone because of his past issues of neglect and abuse. Kathy went above and beyond to make Bruno comfortable in her home. We were able to enjoy a much needed vacation with our two sons since we lost our oldest son to cancer two years ago. We will use Kathy again in the future now that we know he was happy and content with her. Thank you, thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!

Courtney B.
Dog Boarding • Sep 28, 2023
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Kathy is a complete care expert for our dogs! They had a great time and were very well taken care of! We love Kathy’s daily updates too.

Vanessa R.
Dog Boarding • Sep 04, 2023
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Kathy is great! I was very hesitant to leave my anxious dog with anyone but after meeting Kathy could tell she would be in good hands. She knows dogs very well and how to make them feel right at home. She communicated with us throughout our weekend away and sent us lots of videos. Would definitely recommend Kathy to anyone looking for in home doggy day care.

About Kathy O.

Communication

54 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have two securely fenced in yards that I have put down AstroTurf so no dirty dogs :-) The dog stay in my home. I have several dog beds and several chairs that the dogs just love. Dogs are never created unless you ask me to. Where I work from home I am able to give them potty breaks and attention throughout the work day. And nice weather we are outside frequently. I have raised dog beds for the outside a pool and mini toys to keep them busy.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kathy O. would like to know about your pet

Any health issues that need my attention. Physical ailments. Type of exercise your pet may need. I cater to may situations for your pet. How your dog typically gets along with others.

A typical day

I take the pets outside every 1-3 hours. Play time frequently. On rainy days we run thru the house Playfully.. We play ball with those who love it.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$30per day

Kathy can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Kathy can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work from home grooming dogs so I am here with them throughout the day. The dogs never feel alone here. I love my job :-). I offer discounts on frequent stays, multiple pets and long stays.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kathy O.

Communication

54 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
10% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have two securely fenced in yards that I have put down AstroTurf so no dirty dogs :-) The dog stay in my home. I have several dog beds and several chairs that the dogs just love. Dogs are never created unless you ask me to. Where I work from home I am able to give them potty breaks and attention throughout the work day. And nice weather we are outside frequently. I have raised dog beds for the outside a pool and mini toys to keep them busy.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kathy O. would like to know about your pet

Any health issues that need my attention. Physical ailments. Type of exercise your pet may need. I cater to may situations for your pet. How your dog typically gets along with others.

A typical day

I take the pets outside every 1-3 hours. Play time frequently. On rainy days we run thru the house Playfully.. We play ball with those who love it.

Location

Salisbury, MA

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Kathy O.

Salisbury, MA

5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews