Marla K.
New Hope, MN
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Marla can host
Marla can care for
Availability
I am currently working part time so I will have plenty of time to play with your pups in your home. I have a 10 year old dog that cannot go on long walks so I have time to care for yours. 10/2022 update: My dog was diagnosed with cancer which was a surprise, within 2 weeks we had to put him down. It had spread to his lungs and he was suffering. It was a hard decision. Now we have 4 cats. Another dog will be considered eventually, for now I will enjoy caring for yours. Thank you! I'm a teacher I work early in the morning. If you need your dog walked, I can walk after 12 or during school holidays. 7/24/2024 update: I have 5 cats at the moment, the recent addition is 17 years old. I currently retired from teaching and am looking for a different part time job for some steady income. While I may not have housesitting on my profile, please do check in with me as I am doing this on a limited basis.
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About Marla K.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
In your home time will be spent with the dog, playing, petting, cuddling before and after walks. If you have a fenced yard, time outside to play weather permitting. In my home, if they are cat friendly, a slow introduction. My cats are mostly dog friendly, the girls take longer to warm up to dogs, but the male cats warm up quicker. It will be easy to separate them by room if needed. Currently I am taking repeat customers only. Inquire if you need boarding and if your dog is accustomed to cats. I cannot take dogs that see cats as prey.
Home
Information Marla K. would like to know about your pet
Let me know your dog's favorite activity, favorite toy, whether or not he/ she likes being brushed. Places he/she doesn't like being touched, likes being touched. How long can he/ she be walked, good with a leash? As for cats I like to know whether or not they like to be picked up and if there are certain places they like to be scratched, whether or not they like to be brushed, talked to, looked at!
A typical day
Play outside such as fetch if that's what the dog likes, brush the dog because I enjoy it. Take the dog for a walk, go to a dog park or hiking trail. Do some basic training if the dog needs it. Teach the dog signals and/or sign language as I am Deaf and I can teach your pup signs. I will work well with a deaf dog. With cats I will sit with them if they are cuddlers and give them lap time/cuddle time. Play with them if they want to play.
Location
New Hope, MN
Pets
Marla K. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Clothes covered with fur is ok.
Pet care experience
I have taken care of friend's dogs and have had dogs of my own for years. I have also taken care of cats if you have cats in your home, I can take care of cats as well. I have 3 of my own. I have also volunteered with Can Do Canines for a couple years.
Cat care experience
Marla also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Marla is our #1 choice for Finley when we travel. She sends fun photos and well-being reports daily. Finley loves being around the cats (though they won't always play her dog-games!). The fenced-in yard means she gets outside plenty. She gets a daily walk in the neighborhood and lots of love at the house.
Marla is the best sitter! My cats love her. They really know her now and look forward to her visits.
Love Marla’s kindness and attention to detail. She makes sure I know the kitties are safe. I appreciate it while I am away.
Awesome!
About Marla K.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
In your home time will be spent with the dog, playing, petting, cuddling before and after walks. If you have a fenced yard, time outside to play weather permitting. In my home, if they are cat friendly, a slow introduction. My cats are mostly dog friendly, the girls take longer to warm up to dogs, but the male cats warm up quicker. It will be easy to separate them by room if needed. Currently I am taking repeat customers only. Inquire if you need boarding and if your dog is accustomed to cats. I cannot take dogs that see cats as prey.
Home
Information Marla K. would like to know about your pet
Let me know your dog's favorite activity, favorite toy, whether or not he/ she likes being brushed. Places he/she doesn't like being touched, likes being touched. How long can he/ she be walked, good with a leash? As for cats I like to know whether or not they like to be picked up and if there are certain places they like to be scratched, whether or not they like to be brushed, talked to, looked at!
A typical day
Play outside such as fetch if that's what the dog likes, brush the dog because I enjoy it. Take the dog for a walk, go to a dog park or hiking trail. Do some basic training if the dog needs it. Teach the dog signals and/or sign language as I am Deaf and I can teach your pup signs. I will work well with a deaf dog. With cats I will sit with them if they are cuddlers and give them lap time/cuddle time. Play with them if they want to play.
Marla K.
New Hope, MN