Lillian B.
Hartfield, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Lillian can host
Lillian can care for
Availability
I’m currently managing my personal farm and have a seasonal part time job that takes me away Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons. Other than that, I am typically at home.
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About Lillian B.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 18 acre farm for dogs with a good recall to play on. These dogs can spend most of their day joining me and my own pets in caring for the farm. For dogs without a good recall, I do have a smaller horse paddock that I can let them play in. The fence will hold most dogs of every shape and size. Interaction between residents of the paddock and your pets will only be allowed at my discretion. The residents are dog-friendly and will be moved to another area for your pup’s playtime. I also have access to 25 acre of woods with trails to take dogs on more extensive walks. My personal farm consists of chickens, quail, sheep, a pony, a cow, two large dogs and pigs. I personally feel that a happy pet is one that has a job. In coming to my farm your pets will be treated like my pets. I am not prone to spoiling but I do like to reward jobs well done. There are a few rules but they are easy to learn. Most visiting pets are pros within 15 minutes. I have several toys and puzzles to entertain pups that are more indoor oriented.
Home
Information Lillian B. would like to know about your pet
I ask that you inform me of your dog’s typical schedule, rules, allergies, special needs and old injuries. I find pets are more comfortable in a new environment if their routine stays fairly similar. As farm life is typically fairly active, I ask to be informed of previous injuries so that I may monitor your dog and ensure they do not cause these spots to flare up.
A typical day
A typical day consists of a quick potty break in the morning, dog breakfast before starting morning chores. Morning chores are typically finished with a long walk or run. After that, we come back in for my breakfast and the pups stay inside with me while I take care of some inside chores. Most dogs choose to nap at this time. We go back out once more before lunchtime. After that we frequently go in and out depending on the chores required of that day. Each day has a certain amount of flexibility so that I can cater to your pups a little more. (I.e. A senior dog may need shorter doses of exercise and longer naps) At dusk, we can normally be found doing the final checks on the outside animals before heading in for a spot of supper for everyone. Then one last potty before before bedtime.
Location
Hartfield, VA
Pets
Quaint Farm Getaway
Pet care experience
I’ve been an avid animal lover from a very young age and have worked with many different types and life stages. My most extensive experience is with horses, but I have also managed flocks of chickens, rehabilitated sick cats, trained dogs, have been responsible for the care of sheep. I was that girl in high school that everyone brought their sick pets to. Nowadays I’m the one people ask for advice concerning everything from behavioral to health problems. As my husband and I are starting our personal farm I am opening up my pet sitting to a more people.
Reviews
I cannot speak highly enough of Lily! She watched our cat Marco over 4 days. Lily was unbelievably awesome! She knew how to build trust with cats and spent time doing it. She interpreted all Marco's body language excellently, and knew how and when to approach, and when to leave things be. Lily gave amazing updates on each visit and all the photos helped me miss him in a balanced way so that I could be present for the important life event we couldn't take him with us on. Lily was incredibly thoughtful around little touches in his environment to help him stay comfortable and safe. She even was able to navigate coming out to do her visits on our boat where we all live. What can this woman not do? Nothing it seems. Worth every penny and more. Looking for someone who is so good they have all the qualifications of an animal behaviorist PhD? Lily is your girl!!
Lily is the best!!!
Knowledgeable, reliable, caring, just all-around wonderful!
Lily is absolutely wonderful with my dog, Koda. We really appreciate her attention and time to Koda
About Lillian B.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a 18 acre farm for dogs with a good recall to play on. These dogs can spend most of their day joining me and my own pets in caring for the farm. For dogs without a good recall, I do have a smaller horse paddock that I can let them play in. The fence will hold most dogs of every shape and size. Interaction between residents of the paddock and your pets will only be allowed at my discretion. The residents are dog-friendly and will be moved to another area for your pup’s playtime. I also have access to 25 acre of woods with trails to take dogs on more extensive walks. My personal farm consists of chickens, quail, sheep, a pony, a cow, two large dogs and pigs. I personally feel that a happy pet is one that has a job. In coming to my farm your pets will be treated like my pets. I am not prone to spoiling but I do like to reward jobs well done. There are a few rules but they are easy to learn. Most visiting pets are pros within 15 minutes. I have several toys and puzzles to entertain pups that are more indoor oriented.
Home
Information Lillian B. would like to know about your pet
I ask that you inform me of your dog’s typical schedule, rules, allergies, special needs and old injuries. I find pets are more comfortable in a new environment if their routine stays fairly similar. As farm life is typically fairly active, I ask to be informed of previous injuries so that I may monitor your dog and ensure they do not cause these spots to flare up.
A typical day
A typical day consists of a quick potty break in the morning, dog breakfast before starting morning chores. Morning chores are typically finished with a long walk or run. After that, we come back in for my breakfast and the pups stay inside with me while I take care of some inside chores. Most dogs choose to nap at this time. We go back out once more before lunchtime. After that we frequently go in and out depending on the chores required of that day. Each day has a certain amount of flexibility so that I can cater to your pups a little more. (I.e. A senior dog may need shorter doses of exercise and longer naps) At dusk, we can normally be found doing the final checks on the outside animals before heading in for a spot of supper for everyone. Then one last potty before before bedtime.
Lillian B.
Hartfield, VA