EXPERIENCE: There hasn’t been a year in my life without pets. I’ve owned cats, dogs, hamsters, birds, and a guinea pig. I spent years on farms as a little girl. I am a die-hard animal lover and believe they deserve the utmost care and respect. They are so incredible; they give us unconditional love and have the most amazing personalities and quirks. I love them all! I have spent countless hours in my life helping shelters and donating to animal welfare. In our old neighborhood I worked with a cat rescue to capture feral cats (with heart traps), and have them spayed and neutered. I monitored them in my home after their surgeries then let them back into the wild. This put a stop to the endless reproduction of kittens among that 20+ colony of cats. I have picked up starving stray dogs, nursed them to health and found them homes. It’s been a humbling and teaching experience. I am raising my children to love and respect animals. Our world needs more of this! I am adept at administering medications including pills, liquids, topicals and eye drops. I have nurtured old and dying pets of my own as well as having chased after rambunctious kittens and puppies. FOR YOU: I will provide daily text updates and pictures so you know your pet is being well taken care of. You are welcome to check in any time to see how your pet is doing. CARE: My husband and I are home full time. Your dog will have full access to our home and fenced back yard. Pets under our care will always be supervised and will be treated just like our own! ENVIRONMENT: We have a large home and large fully fenced backyard for your pet’s enjoyment. S/he will receive full time care and attention. We will provide daily walks, play, rest and snuggles. Fresh water is always out inside and outside and we feed according to your dog's schedule. SAFETY / HEALTH: We do not use weed killer on our property. I pull weeds by hand and use vinegar to kill any large weeds. In my home we use only non-toxic cleaners. Fresh water from our reverse osmosis system will be provided daily. The dog treats are all-natural, free of dyes, artificial ingredients and by-products. If we grill while your pet is in our care (and it’s ok with you) your pet will receive a small treat of organic, free-range chicken and/or beef. OUR FUR BABY and REAL BABIES: We have a 4 year old Maltipoo, Slinky, and a 7 month old Shih Tzu, Puff, who would love to play with your dog. We also have 2 children, 7 & 9, who absolutely adore animals. Please know my children will never be with your pets alone for your safety and ours. I will be your pet’s full time caregiver. Any accommodations are welcome. Is your pet shy? Do they have special needs? Are they on a special diet? Funny quirks? No problem! I'm sure I've seen it all! MEET AND GREET: I require a meet and greet at my home prior to booking. This is so I can get to know your dog and you can get to know me. This also helps the dog to get to know my family and our home. Come boarding time they will already have our scent and our home/property scent. During the meet and greet we’ll talk about your dog’s habits, personality, daily routine, etc. My husband and I are home full time so your dogs will have 24/7 care. When we are watching dogs it is our job and therefore they will not be left alone. We have a large home and large fully fenced backyard for your pet’s full time enjoyment. We will provide daily walks, play, rest and snuggles. If we visit a local park rest assured your dog will be on-leash at all times. We have car harnesses for your dog's safety. During a walk we are very aware of the environment and do not allow other dogs near your dog. We keep them off hot pavement and black top and will not venture into dense/weeded areas where they might come in contact with anything that can harm them, i.e. fleas, ticks, snakes, sharp objects or plants.