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Kimberly W.

Florence, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
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Above & Beyond the Call of Doodie!

Pet care experience

Welcome to my PACK- Paw-fessional Animal Care & Kennel Services! As a purr-oud NJ LLC business owner, I devote 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to caring for your furry family and teaching pet education to paw-rents. There's an endless sea of pet sitters so how could we paw-ssibly be any different? Our PACK puts your fur baby's quality care fur-st! Every step they take, every full body shake, every single poo, every time they move, is a chance to teach them something new! I tie words into everything your furry kids do and use walks as an op-paw-tunity to teach heeling, recall, sit/stay, and that praise is the best treat they can get! Consistency is key to training though, so if you'd like to have the best mannered fur kid on the block, we're happy to have them in our PACK! We also offer one-on-one training, in addition to every fur kid-related service you can think of! My happiness comes from doing everything and anything for fur babies of any size ever since I got my first Doberman Pinscher at age 10. I used to work for pet company Chewy when I lived in South Florida and we constantly took pet education classes to understand the needs of various breeds both big and small. I learned the importance of staying pup-to-date on best pet practices to be a knowledgeable and fur-nominal pet sitter and paw-rent, always doing right by our loyal fur-iends. My love for animals isn't limited to just dogs and cats - I have an extensive depth and breadth of animal knowledge, including a background living and working on an animal farm! From milking cows and caring for their calf babies starting from the day they're born, raising pigs, chickens, and sheep, riding horses (and bucking heavy bales of hay), and even caring for special needs goats! You could say I'm a bit of an animal lover! Does your pup like other dogs? I have a 6-year-old Jack Russell named Bandit who loves anyone (and anything) he meets! I understand it's intimidating for dogs to step into another dog's home- there's so many strange smells that can be overwhelming to their sensitive snoots! If your fur kid is into making new fur-iends when I'm hosting them for daycare or sleepovers, I usually will have Bandit and your fur baby meet up to play in the private dog park right across the parking lot (about 200 ft away from my front door) before I bring your little one in. Whether they chase each other or do the ol' pleased-to-meet you butt sniff, it's a ter-ruff-ic way to get the kids acclimated to one another on neutral ground and you're welcome to stay and watch how they get along! After 5 minutes, I'll bring them in to let the belly rubs and rump scratches commence! I started PACK Services so that I could devote all of my time and attention to the sweet animals that deserve all the love we have to give. I'm available 24/7 for your fur babies and schedule everything around you and your furry family! Whether your dapper doggie needs to strut around to pee at weird hours or your famished fur baby demands meals on an hourly basis, just let me know what your pup likes best and I'll take care of the rest! Our PACK has quickly been filling up with canine clients 2-3 months in advance, so give us a bark and we'll do our best to accommodate you and your fur child! I do my best to work with everyone so let me know how the PACK can lend a paw so we can lavish your furry child with attention and affection. Do you have a furry child that is more comfortable staying at home while you're gone rather than staying in an unfamiliar place? Our PACK has you cov-fur-ed! At your home, you can expect the same non-stop care that I provide at my home, but without your sweet baby needing to pack a backpack! I live in a 1 bedroom apartment with a short flight of stairs (about 15 steps) in the front entryway. If you have an aging pup, don't worry, I'm happy to carry them as long as they don't weigh more than 50 lbs... it'll be my weight training for the day! I have a sunny, fenced-in back pooch porch overlooking trees and a large field. It's perfect for watching squirrels and working on tummy tans and I just screened it in to protect our fur kids from "skeetoes" and other creepy crawlies. Right across from my apartment is an enclosed private neighborhood dog park with 3 different agility course apparatuses and even a fake fire hydrant cutout! It's usually empty and I've never seen more than 2 dogs in it at once. Every pet paw-rent in my neighborhood is very friendly and respectful of giving other dogs space or asking if it's okay to play. If your fur baby needs privacy in my home or is a timid traveler in need of some space, I have a separate bedroom that I can put my baby boy Bandit in, or your fur kid is welcome to relax in it. I'll provide a list for you about what items I recommend bringing to ensure your fur child is com-fur-table and content. I also provide a freshly washed large dog bed, a collection of dog toys and dog puzzles, feeding/water bowls, and have an EasyWalk harness in every size so that every walk is not only fun, but safe from Houdini-esque escape artists. I recently adding a dog-friendly patio door so our fur kids can meander out to the enclosed deck to enjoy the fresh air at their leisure, and have 2 extra large "canine condos" and synthetic grass just waiting for your little one to use! This is paws-down the fave-fur-ite spot fur our floofs! Each furry guest at PACK's home away from home can pick their own canine condo for lazy lounging. I want you and your fur baby to know "mi casa dog casa"! Sometimes I work a temp remote job, but currently I'm as free as a pup in muddy field! Once your fur baby is in my care, I'm able to take them out for walkies and potty trips whenever they'd like. For any house-sitting needs, rest assured I can be present for any length of time, whether your fur baby just needs to be checked on every 2-3 hours or needs round-the-clock care! For round-the-clock care, please be aware that I do go home for 1-2 hours at the most in the morning and late afternoon/early evening to give my fur baby Bandit some cuddles! I'm flexible on the times though, so I can check on Bandit anytime your fur baby's needs have all been met. Bandit has an automatic feeding dispenser and water dish, full access to the artificial grass on the patio for any potty needs, and I keep a few security camera "eyes" on him even when I'm not physically there! I do my best to treat our fur kids with the same unconditional loyalty and care that they give us, which includes ensuring their safety. My home is full outfitted for fur-iends of all sizes- I keep anything that isn't for dogs and cats in cupboards and drawers and have 24-hour doggo video cameras in my home and on the pupper patio so even while taking a shower, I can remotely watch the fur kids. The cameras have 2 way communication enabled so not only can I hear them, but they can hear me! One of the cameras gives an overhead visual while the other is at doggie eye level, which makes for some pretty cute pictures of noses. I love to keep our fur kids mentally and physically stimulated during their staycations with me or while I'm house sitting. Not only are they exercised with either walkies or backyard playtime, I provide treat-dispensing balls and puzzles ranging from beginner level to advanced level. If you request our paw-dicure services, I have lick mats to keep them busy while they're getting their nails cut and shaped. There aren't many guarantees in life, but the one thing you can be certain of is that your sweet fur baby is getting pampered and treated to the best paw-ssible care whenever they're with PACK Services!

Reviews

Jenny S.
House Sitting • Mar 17, 2024
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Amazing from first contact. We got at least one silly picture each day and whenever I had a concern, she answered right away. She also left our home cleaner than when we left it in her care. Would 100% have her come and watch our pup again.

Taryn H.
Dog Boarding • Dec 23, 2023
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Fish and Ralph were well taken care of tonight! Thank you for pics. You were very accommodating Best Taryn.

Nicky H.
Dog Boarding • Aug 24, 2023
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Kim was great!! I highly recommend her services!!! We will definitely use her services again in the future!!

Kyle W.
Dog Boarding • Aug 03, 2023
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Kim is excellent in every sense of the word when caring for animals. Grizzy had a great time playing with Bandit and clearly had a very high degree of interaction during her entire stay which was a pleasant surprise knowing what a contrast this is vs. “pet hotels”/doggy daycares. Kim communicated as often as we needed and provided frequent updates/pictures of how Grizzly’s day was going. Will definitely book again whenever we have the need.

About Kimberly W.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kimberly W. would like to know about your pet

Any limitations on mobility and socializing are very important so I can ensure your dog is not only happy, but safe in every way. How often they need to use the outdoor bathroom facilities, food allergies, if they need medications, and any food and treat guidelines would be crucial to providing the best experience for you and your pup! I have a list of questions that I'll send to you that covers all of the above subjects and more so you don't have to worry about remembering to tell me everything! **Please be aware that bigger fur kids 40 lbs and over may be subject to an additional fee of $10/dog per day**

A typical day

I tailor each day's activities to your dog's interests and activity level, which can range from couch connoisseurs to all day, action-packed adventurers. The private neighborhood dog park is my favorite spot to bring doggos! I also have a very large grassy field that's larger than a football field behind my apartment. According to my dog Bandit, there's plenty of interesting smells and an abundance of squirrels to stare at. I also use my Subaru as a private dog transportation servicencomplete with car harnesses that can take the goodest of boys and girls to other parks, dog parks, and on hikes- just let me know if you have a pre-fur-rence for how you'd like your 4-legged fur kid to spend the day and I'll consult with your pup to see what they're up for!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$90per night
House Sitting
in your home
$100per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$70per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$80per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$55per walk

Kimberly can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Kimberly can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 8 days ago
Kimberly can host up to 3 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Kimberly W.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Kimberly W. would like to know about your pet

Any limitations on mobility and socializing are very important so I can ensure your dog is not only happy, but safe in every way. How often they need to use the outdoor bathroom facilities, food allergies, if they need medications, and any food and treat guidelines would be crucial to providing the best experience for you and your pup! I have a list of questions that I'll send to you that covers all of the above subjects and more so you don't have to worry about remembering to tell me everything! **Please be aware that bigger fur kids 40 lbs and over may be subject to an additional fee of $10/dog per day**

A typical day

I tailor each day's activities to your dog's interests and activity level, which can range from couch connoisseurs to all day, action-packed adventurers. The private neighborhood dog park is my favorite spot to bring doggos! I also have a very large grassy field that's larger than a football field behind my apartment. According to my dog Bandit, there's plenty of interesting smells and an abundance of squirrels to stare at. I also use my Subaru as a private dog transportation servicencomplete with car harnesses that can take the goodest of boys and girls to other parks, dog parks, and on hikes- just let me know if you have a pre-fur-rence for how you'd like your 4-legged fur kid to spend the day and I'll consult with your pup to see what they're up for!

Location

Florence, NJ

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Kimberly W.

Florence, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews