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My name is Marrion and I have lived in St Pete for since 2019. Before settling in here, I was a third generation farmer where we were a bit of a sanctuary for animals: Though we had plenty of goats, poultry, and even a pony named Larry, we were often the go-to place for our community's animals that were stray, sick, or just needing lots of pasture to run on. When I moved here, I brought along my favorite Great Pyrenees named Theo and he was so relaxed with other dogs in the house that I began boarding dogs and cats in my home. It felt natural for me to take care of others' pets and build a connection with the furbaby families, so now here I am doing it full-time. When your pet stays with me, they're staying with family. We cuddle in bed, play with toys, make homemade treats, go on pet-friendly outings (with permission of course) and enjoy other enrichment in my apartment complex dog park, like bubble machines, colorful party lights, and plenty of toys. I know that your baby misses you so their sleepovers should feel more like a slumber party at their cousin's house! While my specialty is pet boarding, I also offer walks, doggy daycare - I can pretty much handle anything you throw at me, cause that's what family does. If you have any questions, please feel free to message this page or contact me directly. I’m a full time pet sitter so animal and pet care is my number one priority and is what I center my entire day around. Breed specialities - While I am comfortable with ALL breeds, I have the most experience with working dogs like terriers, livestock guardian (Great Pyr, Anatolian, etc), GSH, and similar. I know my way around any dog, but I am a great resource for health/safety/training needs for the breeds listed above just because those are the dogs I’ve been around all my life. Puppies - I’ve raised a ton of puppies, so I’m very patient with them. My house is all LVP and my own dogs are part Great Pyr - known as the “gentle giant” of the dog world, so they are great with pups too. Doggy daycare or boarding your young puppy with me is a great option as I’m open to helping with training and positive reinforcement, and I have the time, space, and atmosphere to do so. Crating/Kenneling - I only crate upon request, so please let me know if your furbaby needs to be crated at night or when alone. Since this is a career for me, there is always someone at home 98% of the time. Between myself and my employee who is my brother that lives with me, your fur baby will not spend any extended amounts of time in a crate unless requested. I do have extra crates, so let me know if you don’t feel like packing yours up! This also means that if you choose to not crate your dog, your dog will sleep wherever they choose - in the bed, on the couch, on the floor! Meds/Specialty care - I’ve administered medications, I’ve injected insulin, I’ve delivered baby goats and I’ve neutered Billy goats. If you have any questions of special needs care, let me know. Feeding - All of my dogs are fed separately in a rotation, matching their requested feeding time as close as possible. We do this for safety. If your dog is a grazer like mine, I’ll make sure to keep their food out in a separate part of the house that they know where to access so they can eat how they would like. The dogs always have access to fresh water in a 3 gallon bowl and a shorter, smaller bowl for my little ones, but just let me know if your pup “overdrinks” water so I can accommodate accordingly! Treats - We feed treats on a normal basis, for obedience and general spoiling. We generally have milk bones, carrots, green beans, and apple slices. If your pet has any allergies or treat limitations, just let me know. :) My home - I live in my home with my sister and my brother in law. Our apartment complex also has a decent sized dog park. All areas are doggy friendly and safe! Flexibility - Flight changes happen. Life happens. I do this full time, so just let me know if you need to modify a booking for care. Many of my regulars have hectic schedules to accommodate, so I generally can take your pup as early as 6:30 am to 10pm. Let me know if you need something different! Cats - Though I specialize in dogs, I grew up with cats too, and my first pet that stole my heart was an all grey Main Coon that loved to shred paper and strictly enforced “our” bed time. I’d be happy to help with your kitty - just give me a shout! I believe I have covered a LOT here, so if you’re reading this, I apologize for how lengthy it is LOL. Should you have any more questions, just let me know. Updated Oct 2024