Mary B.
Totem Lake, WA
A Lifetime of Loving Care for Dogs
Pet care experience
As a long-term breeder I have plenty of experience in many areas. In the past, I've provided services ONLY in my clients' own homes. Unfortunately, it's become necessary for me to discontinue that service and, instead, I offer boarding services for dogs in my own home ONLY. I raised Labrador Retrievers for over 20 years and West Highland White Terriers for 5 years. During that time I provided loving dog care for many of the puppies as they grew while their people were away on vacation or out of town on business. I also provided foster care for rescued dogs until they could be placed in to their new homes. I have a small place so typically have only one small dog at a time. However, if you have two SMALL dogs, I am happy to watch both of them. No cats here. My Westie, Tribble, loves having a visitors. We are near the Kirkland Corridor Trail, which is perfect for walks. We also visit other trails such as Bridle Trails and Moulton Park. I am retired so I have practically unlimited time to spend with your dog! And most importantly, I love dogs. All dogs! I try to get my errands done when I do not have a dog in my care. So my focus is always the dog that I'm caring for. I'm very attentive toward the pets in my home. I'm able to see them at all times. Since I have my own dog, my home is always kept dog proof and safe.
Reviews
Mary has been looking after Jazz, our little Yorkie whenever we have been out of town for the past 5 years. She's very caring and we feel good that our dog is receiving great care while we are away! I would give Mary more than 5 stars if the review allowed.
Mary was great with Winston as always. He loves staying with her!
Winston truly loves staying with Mary!
Mary is nice and patient. She brought our dog Foxy to different places to explore and had fun. Foxy and Tribble became hiking buddies! Foxy loves to sit on Mary’s lap and definitely enjoyed his stay with her, he came home happy. Thank you Mary for taking such great care of Foxy!
About Mary B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
The dogs in my care have the run of our home and we can see them at all times. We do not use ex-pens or crates unless you recommend that we do so. When we go someplace in the car we have seat belts for two extra dogs. The seat belts require connecting to a harness so please bring your dog's harness. If you do not have one, we have an extra here.
Home
Information Mary B. would like to know about your pet
Any allergies, physical limitations or phobias, status of vaccinations, issue with other dogs or cats, frequent barking, separation anxiety. Where do they typically sleep? Are they crate trained?
A typical day
Our typical day usually starts around 4:30am with breakfast and the first potty break. We go on a big walk around 11am (unless the weather is particularly bad). Dinner is usually at 4:30pm. I talk to and play with with the dogs all day and I'm happy to have them sit on my lap.
Services
Mary can host
Availability
My routine is focused around dogs. We go out for potty breaks at least three times a day. We go on a walk everyday (unless the weather is particularly bad). We are usually out for 1 - 1 1/2 hours.
About Mary B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
The dogs in my care have the run of our home and we can see them at all times. We do not use ex-pens or crates unless you recommend that we do so. When we go someplace in the car we have seat belts for two extra dogs. The seat belts require connecting to a harness so please bring your dog's harness. If you do not have one, we have an extra here.
Home
Information Mary B. would like to know about your pet
Any allergies, physical limitations or phobias, status of vaccinations, issue with other dogs or cats, frequent barking, separation anxiety. Where do they typically sleep? Are they crate trained?
A typical day
Our typical day usually starts around 4:30am with breakfast and the first potty break. We go on a big walk around 11am (unless the weather is particularly bad). Dinner is usually at 4:30pm. I talk to and play with with the dogs all day and I'm happy to have them sit on my lap.
Location
KIRKLAND, WA
Pets
Mary B.
Totem Lake, WA