Luca Borbála V.
Berlin
Services
Luca Borbála can care for
Availability
With a flexible remote job (which proved to allow me to work from any location) and many years of experience caring for animals, I am confident in my ability to provide attentive and responsible care for your dear pets. I can dedicate the necessary time, attention, care, and love to ensure your home and pets are well looked after in your absence.
About Luca Borbála V.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I work in the Guardian’s home to ensure complete calmness and to perfectly keep up their regular routine. I’ve been working at Guardian's homes for 20+ years now, and I know how important for the pets' well-being to keep them in their familiar environment. This helps them feel more at ease and build trust with new caregivers more quickly. I follow the routines and rules set by the Guardians to make sure their pets stay comfortable and secure. Even the calmest pets can feel stressed when their owners are away, so I’m dedicated to making them feel as safe and relaxed as possible.
Information Luca Borbála V. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any specific needs or behaviors I should be aware of, such as: • Sensitivity to certain sounds (like fireworks, bells or motorcycles) • Reactivity towards animals or people (barking or lounging at cats/male dogs/people with skateboards, etc.) • Sensitivity to other dogs (such as fear or avoidance) • Strong hunting instincts (like chasing birds or cats) • Any health issues (such as arthritis, hearing deficiency, skin problems, pain, etc.) • Current medical conditions (is your pet on any medication?) • Ongoing training or behavioral issues (like nipping, leash reactivity, potty problems, chewing, jumping, barking, etc.) • Strength of recall (how reliable is your dog's response to commands?) • Vaccination and microchipping status (is your pet fully vaccinated and microchipped?) • Any allergies or digestive problems Understanding these details will help me provide the best care for your dog.
A typical day
The activities I offer are designed to be both fun and beneficial, tailored specifically to your pet's needs, breed characteristics, physical condition, and comfort level. I focus on activities that promote their health and well-being. I provide a diverse range of engaging activities, including: • Walking and hiking: For exercise and exploration. • Feeding: Through enrichment methods and puzzle toys to stimulate their mind. • Tug and Play: Interactive play sessions to keep them active. • Chasing and Fetch: For physical stimulation and exercise. • Hide and Seek: To engage their senses and offer mental challenges. • Running and Swimming: Depending on their comfort and physical capability. • Playing with Frisbees: For fun and agility. • Frozen Kongs and LickiMats: To keep them entertained and satisfied. • Substitution Games: For pets with strong hunting or herding instincts. • Wrestling and Cuddling: For bonding and affection. • Spa Days: Including brushing and massage for relaxation. • Snuffle Mats and Chew Toys: For mental stimulation and dental health. I aim to ensure that every activity is enjoyable and appropriate for your pet, enhancing their overall experience and happiness. I understand that not all pets require extensive physical activity, especially those who have a health condition, are elderly, or are very young. For these pets, I’m fully prepared to provide a safe, calm, and quiet environment tailored to their needs. Whether they prefer to relax, cuddle, or find a cozy spot to hide, I will ensure they feel secure and comfortable, offering gentle care that suits their individual preferences and conditions.
Location
Berlin, Germany
Fear-Free Behaviorist&Trainer ✦ Therapy Pet Sitter
Pet care experience
✦ Happy Pets' Guide to the Galaxy ✦ Dear Guardians and Pups, My flexible in-home pet-sitting services are tailored specifically for you and can cover all your and your pet's needs. I am Lucia-Borbala, a qualified dog behaviorist, R+ dog trainer, and professional animal caretaker. ✦ PET SITTING ✦ I work in the Guardian’s home, to ensure complete calmness and keep up the routine for the pet(s) in a familiar environment. My services include feeding, walking, recapping, and practicing the training plan you are already following, as well as management, ensuring safety, calmness, low-stress handling, motivation, play, giving medicine, and providing company and full attention. More can be added after discussion. I am well-prepared for clients with special needs too. I am available for drop-ins to months-long pet&house sittings. If you have more pets in your family, I can take complete care of them as well. I have hands-on experience in caring for cats, horses, pigs, chickens, ducks, turkeys, rodents, Erinaceinae, reptiles, and fish too. I have an EU driver’s license, and phone contact with a veterinary assistant 0-24. I am also a hobby botanist, you can trust both your indoor plants and garden to me, I feel joy in caring for them. I am also a plant collector and enthusiast of exotic species. ✦ DOG BEHAVIORISM, THERAPY AND TRAINING ✦ My 20+ years of experience in pet-sitting, dog therapy-, training-, and care built up my routine, which is rooted in positive reinforcement, compassion, science, and a deep understanding of canine behavior. I prioritize your dog's emotional well-being and create a fear-free learning environment. I am committed to quality training and always respect your dog's needs. My aim is to establish a joyful journey of canine companionship for both dogs and their guardians. I have a wide spectrum of experiences with different breeds and their different needs. I have a long and heartfelt professional history in animal welfare, training, and behavior since childhood. I participated in rehoming projects, helped shelter staff, held classes about dog welfare, and participated in adoption days. 2011: I gained the Hungarian Animal Protection Guard badge. 2012: I gained an EU grant from Equipeople in Ireland, where I lived, worked, and took care of 300 animals. I gained a lot of hands-on experience in healing, socialization, puppy care, rehabilitation, horse care, and the specific care of neglected competition greyhounds. I received a Europass as an Animal Caretaker there. I also obtained a Training Manager certification from "Mirror Method" and worked as a field assistant at the Ormezo Mirror School. 2021: I gained a scholarship to SciDog University, where I learned about dogs’ and wolves’ neurobiology, cognitive abilities, ethology, behavior, R+ training, Fear-Free training, LIMA, low-stress handling, veterinary basics, cooperative care, PTSD and dementia in dogs, PORTL, stress reduction, clicker training… I got my certification as a Dog Behaviorist in 2022. I did a lot in behavior therapies, city dog training, home training, being a side-trainer, holding puppy classes, and working at a doggy daycare. ✦ Furthermore, I understand the importance of respecting and maintaining the security and privacy of your home. You can trust that I will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism while staying at your residence. ✦ I am more than willing to provide references and undergo any necessary background checks to assure you of our reliability and trustworthiness.
Cat care experience
Luca Borbála also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Luca got more familiar with Pluto as his reactivity, taking notes on the relevant aspects to have a good experience once she starts doing the walks alone. I could see how Pluto felt very good and calm around Luca and sure soonhe will start to trust her more.
I love when Luca is taking care of my dogs, because I know that they have the time of their lives. Luca is deeply understand dogs. She can find a way to the most grumpiest ones and the most vicious puppies too. My dogs love Luca like nobody else in the word, they are trusting in her, they are connected to her. I worked with her as a behavior therapist too and she is a true proffesional. She is not just doing the minimum, she takes care of my pets as they were her own. She always follows my rules and respect my wishes about the feeding, sleeping, walking routines. I recommend her with all my heart!
Luca Padawan ist ein sehr zuverlässiger, vielversprechender neuer Trainer, mit dem ich an der SciDog University in einer Klasse war. Ich hatte ihre Arbeit gesehen, und sie war eine der besten der Schule. Die bescheidene Art, mit der sie an Aufgaben herangeht, die Art, wie sie sich ständig weiterbildet, und die Art, wie sie mit Hunden und Situationen umgeht, sind außergewöhnlich. Sie hat alle Eigenschaften, die einen guten Hundeverhaltensforscher und einen guten R+ Trainer auszeichnen; sie ist zuverlässig, fleißig, sorgfältig, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Sie versteht Hunde wie nur wenige. Sie war an der Spitze der Klasse, als wir alle wissenschaftlichen Grundlagen für R+ angstfreies Hundetraining studierten. Auch ihre Abschlussarbeit war beeindruckend. Sie verfügt auch über Kenntnisse und Erfahrungen in der Rettung, Sozialisierung und Therapie. Ich empfehle sie sehr, es ist toll, mit ihr zu arbeiten.
I know Luca for more than a decade, and she is so sensitive on picking up dogs’ emotional state. She kept learning and improving her skills, and adopted science based, force free methods when working with dogs. Any dog is at great hands with Luca, they will be loved, respected and taken care of the best possible way.
About Luca Borbála V.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I work in the Guardian’s home to ensure complete calmness and to perfectly keep up their regular routine. I’ve been working at Guardian's homes for 20+ years now, and I know how important for the pets' well-being to keep them in their familiar environment. This helps them feel more at ease and build trust with new caregivers more quickly. I follow the routines and rules set by the Guardians to make sure their pets stay comfortable and secure. Even the calmest pets can feel stressed when their owners are away, so I’m dedicated to making them feel as safe and relaxed as possible.
Information Luca Borbála V. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any specific needs or behaviors I should be aware of, such as: • Sensitivity to certain sounds (like fireworks, bells or motorcycles) • Reactivity towards animals or people (barking or lounging at cats/male dogs/people with skateboards, etc.) • Sensitivity to other dogs (such as fear or avoidance) • Strong hunting instincts (like chasing birds or cats) • Any health issues (such as arthritis, hearing deficiency, skin problems, pain, etc.) • Current medical conditions (is your pet on any medication?) • Ongoing training or behavioral issues (like nipping, leash reactivity, potty problems, chewing, jumping, barking, etc.) • Strength of recall (how reliable is your dog's response to commands?) • Vaccination and microchipping status (is your pet fully vaccinated and microchipped?) • Any allergies or digestive problems Understanding these details will help me provide the best care for your dog.
A typical day
The activities I offer are designed to be both fun and beneficial, tailored specifically to your pet's needs, breed characteristics, physical condition, and comfort level. I focus on activities that promote their health and well-being. I provide a diverse range of engaging activities, including: • Walking and hiking: For exercise and exploration. • Feeding: Through enrichment methods and puzzle toys to stimulate their mind. • Tug and Play: Interactive play sessions to keep them active. • Chasing and Fetch: For physical stimulation and exercise. • Hide and Seek: To engage their senses and offer mental challenges. • Running and Swimming: Depending on their comfort and physical capability. • Playing with Frisbees: For fun and agility. • Frozen Kongs and LickiMats: To keep them entertained and satisfied. • Substitution Games: For pets with strong hunting or herding instincts. • Wrestling and Cuddling: For bonding and affection. • Spa Days: Including brushing and massage for relaxation. • Snuffle Mats and Chew Toys: For mental stimulation and dental health. I aim to ensure that every activity is enjoyable and appropriate for your pet, enhancing their overall experience and happiness. I understand that not all pets require extensive physical activity, especially those who have a health condition, are elderly, or are very young. For these pets, I’m fully prepared to provide a safe, calm, and quiet environment tailored to their needs. Whether they prefer to relax, cuddle, or find a cozy spot to hide, I will ensure they feel secure and comfortable, offering gentle care that suits their individual preferences and conditions.
Luca Borbála V.
Berlin