Lena H.
Sunnyland, WA
Dog person is an understatement
Pet care experience
I had pets growing up and worked at an animal shelter all throughout high school. After graduation from Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA I spent a year nannying, dog sitting, and working at a local restaurant to help pay for my student loans. Currently working in Seattle Monday-Wednesday and remotely in Bellingham Thursday-Sunday.
Reviews
Lena was terrific with our 2 dogs!!! She communicated extremely well, left our house in excellent condition and gave the dogs the love and attention they needed. Highly recommend!
Something that made my own dog really special was that she had extraordinary emotional intelligence. Given my mental condition, I frequently have trouble expressing my feelings in an effective manner due to my inability to sometimes communicate properly. My dog was able to see between the lines when most humans could not. She would know when I was excited, sad, or just pensive without me having to say a word. My dog died last November, but she lives on through Lena. Being the incredible person she is, she too is somehow able to read between the lines. I have seen Lena take care of several animals (most of them small, medium and large dogs) and she does an incredible job of using her kind, loving nature to take care of them. Lena intuitively understands when an animal is apprehensive, fearful, or just hyperactive. Just as I considered my dog my (unofficial) emotional support dog, Lena is my emotional support human. This makes sense, given that I have a personality consistent with that of a golden retriever. A renowned caregiver, Lena will surely love and take care of your dog in an effective manner, ultimately becoming your dog's own emotional support human.
I’ve known Lena H for 21 years and as long as I’ve known her she’s been thee biggest animal lover! From the time she could walk she was always saving injured birds, fish, and even insects. She and my kids often played together which inevitably included anything to do with animals. They often had a pet hospital in the basement with pretend shots, check ups, and they even wrote out receipts! By the time she got her cat she was the best cat mom ever. She dressed her up, walked her, and loved and cared for her like she was a human. Our kids further connected when we got one cat and then another. But once, Joey, her dog came along it was pet central. She often cared for our cats while we were away and loved playing with them while feeding them and changing their litter boxes. I trusted her implicitly and knew I could count on her. Every year we visit our friend’s farm which is teeming with tons of dogs. You could always find her playing with each of them or holding and loving them. She recently sent me pics of her with dogs AND even a horse. I was jealous. Lena is by far the best candidate for pet walking and care from Washington to Illinois (her home town) bar none.
Lena has been a pet owner and dog lover her whole life. She was the volunteer of the year at Anderson Animal Shelter and is currently a manager on duty of a local recreation center. A responsible, dog loving human! Elizabeth B
About Lena H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Lots of experience watching dogs in their home. Happy to maintain their routine and follow all safety protocol that you have to make the most comfortable stay.
Home
Information Lena H. would like to know about your pet
I love any and all dogs! Whatever shape, size, and breed...I'm am more than happy to take care of them. I would like to know how your dog does when walking and how they feel about water (especially if I were to watch them in my home because it’s at a marina!). Also how well they do with other dogs and humans so I can be prepared while walking them!
A typical day
I love to take the dogs I walk on hikes, runs and other outdoor adventures! Happy to discuss the dogs outdoor ability. I also am a big reader and writer so I’m looking forward to just chilling and cuddling with your furry friend.
Services
Lena can host
Lena can watch in your home
Availability
Working remotely and living on a 42ft sailboat (dog friendly!) with my partner Thursday-Sunday. Currently training for a 50k trail run so would love dogs that want to hike or run! Also happy to do some cool down walks with older or smaller pups to get some much needed active rest time.
About Lena H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Lots of experience watching dogs in their home. Happy to maintain their routine and follow all safety protocol that you have to make the most comfortable stay.
Home
Information Lena H. would like to know about your pet
I love any and all dogs! Whatever shape, size, and breed...I'm am more than happy to take care of them. I would like to know how your dog does when walking and how they feel about water (especially if I were to watch them in my home because it’s at a marina!). Also how well they do with other dogs and humans so I can be prepared while walking them!
A typical day
I love to take the dogs I walk on hikes, runs and other outdoor adventures! Happy to discuss the dogs outdoor ability. I also am a big reader and writer so I’m looking forward to just chilling and cuddling with your furry friend.
Location
Bellingham, WA
Lena H.
Sunnyland, WA