Mandee P.
Tenino, WA
A Dog's Country Retreat
Pet care experience
Why kennel your best friend when you can leave them with a loving family? I have been a Rover sitter for eight years. My full time job is caring for your dog and I aim to give them the best care possible. I have a large fully fenced 1.4 acre property and a cozy pet friendly home so whether your dog is active and adventurous, a snugly couch potato, or something in between they will feel right at home. I do my best to meet and assess each dog's temperament before their stay to ensure I have the space and resources to make each guest comfortable. Meet and Greets are required. Staying in my home is a very social experience, akin to living in a dog park, and may not be the right fit for every dog. I am currently available for daycare Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Wednesdays and Weekends are available on request, but my schedule is less flexible those days. Let's Meet! We are located 10 minutes from I-5 exit 88. My drop off and pick up times are flexible. Click on the Contact me button above so we can set up a Meet and Greet, I look forward to hearing from you.
Reviews
Mandee P. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.
We love booking with Mandee, she's incredible with dogs. Her home set up is an enriching and SAFE place for your pups.
Mandee P. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.
Tucker loved staying with Mandee! She was awesome with his puppy energy and we got lots of updates about how he was doing. This was his first ever stay away from us and he had no problems, Mandee even let him sleep by her bed! We will definitely be booking with Mandee again.
About Mandee P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience, and enjoy caring for pets with special needs: paralysis, incontinence, deafness, special diets, medications and more. Our home is well air conditioned so heat sensitive breeds will be safe and comfortable during the warmer months. We are currently not accepting unspayed females because our Golden Retriever, Goku, has not been neutered.
Home
Information Mandee P. would like to know about your pet
All dogs in my care are required to be fully up to date on vaccinations and current on flea medications. If you cannot provide proof of vaccination, including Bordetella, I will not approve the stay. It is also important to note that I have two children (11 and 13 years old) and, although they are dog savvy, this may not be a good fit for every dog. Every dog has his quirks and your dog's stay will be more enjoyable for everyone if I know them from the start. Are they food aggressive? Do they get anxious when left alone? Are they older and get fed up with more playful, younger dogs? Can they open doors? Do they go through cupboards in search of food? (our food cupboards can be shut with magnet locks if necessary) Are they an escape artist? Every dog is different and it is helpful to know in advance how best to care for them and keep them safe. What should I bring for their stay? The only thing they require is their food and a collar or harness. You can also bring an old blanket or towel that smells like home. If your dog uses their kennel as a safe space or is used to a different type than the wire crates that we have it is a good idea to bring that for them. I also recommend trimming their nails before they come, it gives them better traction on our laminate floors and keeps playtime safer. A note about kennels/crates Many dogs love their crates (including ours) and find them a comfortable and safe space but no dog staying in our home is required to be crate trained or is shut in one if they are uncomfortable with them. However, I have limited safe spaces for dogs to stay when I run errands and therefore limited spaces for dogs who are not crate trained. If your dog is not crate trained I recommend booking stays as far in advance as possible to ensure I have space.
A typical day
My 1.4 acre property is divided into two sections, one for everyday roaming with a spacious lawn, towering oaks, and bushes to play in. This is where I keep the everyday toys and, during the summer months, often run the sprinkler and fill up the kiddie pool. The second area is a fenced off pasture where the dogs are invited for long games of fetch with a chuck-it, digging in dirt piles, and one-on-one play time. Both areas are fenced with 6ft wire field fencing.
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Availability
During the stay I spend time outside with the dogs playing fetch, filling up the kiddie pool, opening up the fenced pasture for exploring, and just helping them have a blast! In the house pups can make themselves comfortable on the couches, dog beds, on the big human bed, or inside crates. There is plenty of space indoors for play as well. I keep a variety of toys available and large dogs have access inside and out at their leisure. Small dogs are supervised outside at all times.
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About Mandee P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience, and enjoy caring for pets with special needs: paralysis, incontinence, deafness, special diets, medications and more. Our home is well air conditioned so heat sensitive breeds will be safe and comfortable during the warmer months. We are currently not accepting unspayed females because our Golden Retriever, Goku, has not been neutered.
Home
Information Mandee P. would like to know about your pet
All dogs in my care are required to be fully up to date on vaccinations and current on flea medications. If you cannot provide proof of vaccination, including Bordetella, I will not approve the stay. It is also important to note that I have two children (11 and 13 years old) and, although they are dog savvy, this may not be a good fit for every dog. Every dog has his quirks and your dog's stay will be more enjoyable for everyone if I know them from the start. Are they food aggressive? Do they get anxious when left alone? Are they older and get fed up with more playful, younger dogs? Can they open doors? Do they go through cupboards in search of food? (our food cupboards can be shut with magnet locks if necessary) Are they an escape artist? Every dog is different and it is helpful to know in advance how best to care for them and keep them safe. What should I bring for their stay? The only thing they require is their food and a collar or harness. You can also bring an old blanket or towel that smells like home. If your dog uses their kennel as a safe space or is used to a different type than the wire crates that we have it is a good idea to bring that for them. I also recommend trimming their nails before they come, it gives them better traction on our laminate floors and keeps playtime safer. A note about kennels/crates Many dogs love their crates (including ours) and find them a comfortable and safe space but no dog staying in our home is required to be crate trained or is shut in one if they are uncomfortable with them. However, I have limited safe spaces for dogs to stay when I run errands and therefore limited spaces for dogs who are not crate trained. If your dog is not crate trained I recommend booking stays as far in advance as possible to ensure I have space.
A typical day
My 1.4 acre property is divided into two sections, one for everyday roaming with a spacious lawn, towering oaks, and bushes to play in. This is where I keep the everyday toys and, during the summer months, often run the sprinkler and fill up the kiddie pool. The second area is a fenced off pasture where the dogs are invited for long games of fetch with a chuck-it, digging in dirt piles, and one-on-one play time. Both areas are fenced with 6ft wire field fencing.
Location
Tenino, WA
Pets
Mandee P.
Tenino, WA