Maartje B.
Amsterdam
A green dog paradise (Gein-Gaasperdam)
Pet care experience
The home is surrounded by lush green fields, beautiful parks/nature, a dog beach and lots of other happy dogs to play with in the area! My love for dogs goes as far as my childhood, but I never really had the chance and opportunity to actually own one. My life revolves around traveling at the moment and so it doesn't seem fair to have a dog around while i'm not there. Therefore I have volunteered at the Dog Shelter (DOA) and I started fostering dogs from abroad (on occation) and have made lots of new furry friends through this app! Even though I have hosted dogs for over 5 years and worked as a volunteer in the DOA shelter, I’m still learning new things about dogs every day! I am familiar with their body language, I can administer medicines and I have experience with braces & wheelchairs, dogs with a 'backpack' (such as dogs from abroad or a shelter, dogs with anxiety or non-social with other dogs or strangers). I have a calm aproach with all dogs and let them adjust in their own pace, providing a loving temporary home while the owners are away. I am home most days of the week and will have time to take your dog to beautiful places around! I sometimes need to leave the home for appointments but I always make sure the dog has time to adjust to my home first. The dog beach at Gaasperplas is one of my favorites and i have multiple nature routes where dogs can go off leash and run around. I love the outdoors, taking long walks, go for a run, the beach and ofcourse cuddles. It would be a pleasure to include your dog in as much of my activities as I can! I live in an appartment on the 1st floor without an elevator, so its important that your dog can walk stairs or is small enough to be carried up and down. The neighbourhood is calm and green without much traffic in front of the home. I am super excited to have dogs over and looking forward to your little one(s) fulfilling my day even more! Languages: Dutch & English
Reviews
Great dog sitter, super friendly with the us and the dogs. The dogs really enjoyed the walks and spending time with Maartje. She has been very flexible with our challenging post holiday travel schedule. Also enjoy reading her cards and seeing the pictures. Highly recommend!
Maartje took good care of Romy. She also sent plenty of pictures and updates.
Maartje was fantastic with our Grizz! She sent us loads of photos and took great care of our senior girl. Highly recommend!!
Thank you so much Maartje our little prince was perfectly taken care of and had a smashing time with you!
About Maartje B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
The apartment is safe and specious, with 2 fenced balconies. I won't let your dog unguarded on the balcony and I have 2 size crates available if nessisary.
Home
Information Maartje B. would like to know about your pet
The most important thing I'd like to know is whether the dog can walk stairs, as I'm situated on the 1st floor without an elevator. I'd also like to know whether your dog can be alone (due to appointments I might need to attend to) and is your dog social with others in case I am fostering at that time. We will then arrange a meet & greet beforehand to see whether there is a click!
A typical day
I love to walk around the Gaasperplas and stop at the dog beach for playtime with other dogs (1,5 hour walk) or go around the Gaasperzoom or Hoge Dijk. There is plenty of green in the direct neighbourhood to play ball or just go for a run. Another thing I can guarantee is loads of cuddles and games. :)
Services
Maartje can host
Maartje can watch in your home
Availability
I'm home most days of the week (but some days i'll need to leave for an appointment, usually not longer than 2,5 hours) so i have plenty of time for long walks, fun playtime and nice cuddles!
About Maartje B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
The apartment is safe and specious, with 2 fenced balconies. I won't let your dog unguarded on the balcony and I have 2 size crates available if nessisary.
Home
Information Maartje B. would like to know about your pet
The most important thing I'd like to know is whether the dog can walk stairs, as I'm situated on the 1st floor without an elevator. I'd also like to know whether your dog can be alone (due to appointments I might need to attend to) and is your dog social with others in case I am fostering at that time. We will then arrange a meet & greet beforehand to see whether there is a click!
A typical day
I love to walk around the Gaasperplas and stop at the dog beach for playtime with other dogs (1,5 hour walk) or go around the Gaasperzoom or Hoge Dijk. There is plenty of green in the direct neighbourhood to play ball or just go for a run. Another thing I can guarantee is loads of cuddles and games. :)
Location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Maartje B.
Amsterdam