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Mary A.

GARWOOD, NJ

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Your Dog in Professional Hands

Pet care experience

PLEASE NOTE - I do NOT offer 30 min walks. Walks are for 15 minutes. I am a life-long dog person. Dogs for me are not a hobby - they are my passion and my business. I have long-term experience training, handling and working with all breeds and temperaments. When I care for your dog, you can rest assured he or she will be treated with compassion and care and most importantly PROPER handling. Since I am a trainer specializing in behavior and behavior modification, I will work with your dog in a manner that will not create bad habits but will actually make for a happier, more well behaved dog. My main goal is your dog's happiness and health. I am the owner of an LLC (dog walking and training) and founder of the 501c3 nonprofit for dogs, have been certified by the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers as a Certified Behavior Consultant, the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program, Speak Dog program offered by Doggone Safe and attend numerous continuing education classes and seminars. For more information, please contact me for professional references and a complete resume.

About Mary A.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in about a day

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Mary A. would like to know about your pet

I do request an interview with the guardian and a discussion about your dog before booking any appointments for walking/sitting. I need to know your needs and that they can be met by me/my company, and that we will be a good fit, I also require full disclosure of any aggression, biting, or fear issues your dog may have. I work with all breeds, however I am a Pit Bull specialist and welcome time spent with this breed. No breed prejudice exists within my company, and I will be happy to work with your dog no matter the breed.

A typical day

Walks are strictly based on the client's and dog's needs. It is important to me to make sure that your dog is cared for in a manner that you are comfortable with and that you will be secure in knowing what is happening at all times with your dog. I prefer walks on grass and away from busy traffic areas if possible. During the summer, keeping your dog's paws off any hot surface is a prime concern. During all walks, your dog will be learning proper leash manners - I always handle/walk a dog in a manner that is going to improve behavior. I will walk your dog on equipment that you deem appropriate however I will be happy to offer advice about the most efficacious equipment for your dog and his/her specific needs. Walks will encourage exploration, sniffing, trotting/running if your dog will enjoy that/is physically capable, and toy-play. I will also use video and photos that I can email or text upon request, even in real time, so that you always know what is going on with your dog and that he/she is safe and happy.

Services

Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Mary can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Mary A.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in about a day

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Mary A. would like to know about your pet

I do request an interview with the guardian and a discussion about your dog before booking any appointments for walking/sitting. I need to know your needs and that they can be met by me/my company, and that we will be a good fit, I also require full disclosure of any aggression, biting, or fear issues your dog may have. I work with all breeds, however I am a Pit Bull specialist and welcome time spent with this breed. No breed prejudice exists within my company, and I will be happy to work with your dog no matter the breed.

A typical day

Walks are strictly based on the client's and dog's needs. It is important to me to make sure that your dog is cared for in a manner that you are comfortable with and that you will be secure in knowing what is happening at all times with your dog. I prefer walks on grass and away from busy traffic areas if possible. During the summer, keeping your dog's paws off any hot surface is a prime concern. During all walks, your dog will be learning proper leash manners - I always handle/walk a dog in a manner that is going to improve behavior. I will walk your dog on equipment that you deem appropriate however I will be happy to offer advice about the most efficacious equipment for your dog and his/her specific needs. Walks will encourage exploration, sniffing, trotting/running if your dog will enjoy that/is physically capable, and toy-play. I will also use video and photos that I can email or text upon request, even in real time, so that you always know what is going on with your dog and that he/she is safe and happy.

Location

GARWOOD, NJ

Mary A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Mary A.

GARWOOD, NJ