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Mary P.

Buffalo, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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Active, attentive, and experienced

Pet care experience

I was a professional dog trainer and dog walker for over 10 years until 2020. I have since moved away from working in the pet care industry full-time - but still love providing excellent care and peace of mind for pet owners while they are away. As a former trainer, I am very experienced with dogs who have training and behavioral needs, though I love my happy-go-lucky friends too! I specialized in reactivity, aggression, and off-leash reliability, and am happy to consult on those matters as well. I am also trained in pet First Aid & CPR. I have owned Ibizan Hounds for ~14 years - I am experienced with sighthounds and primitive breeds that are prone to being aloof and independent.

Reviews

Carly S.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 02, 2024
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Thankyou fir taking care of cash! I got the cutest photo updates while at work!

Andrew B.
House Sitting • Mar 28, 2024
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Mary was very professional and took good care of my pup. I’d recommend her to anyone in need of services for their dog

Ben B.
Dog Boarding • Mar 20, 2024
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Mary was awesome. Of all the boarders I’ve had, she’s clearly the most experienced with dogs by a long shot. Wasn’t even worried about her having two dogs. Sent pictures and was responsive. Would highly recommend

About Mary P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I care for dogs in my home and their own. At my home there is a large fenced-in yard and my own dogs to play with and keep company. I can offer cat sitting in their own home only.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mary P. would like to know about your pet

I love all dogs! I especially enjoy the dogs with a touch of attitude. :) Dogs that will be considered for boarding in my home must be (at this time): -Dog friendly or dog tolerant -Crate trained & house trained -Up to date on Rabies vaccine or proof of Rabies immunity (titer tested.) Dogs that I will care for in the comfort of their own home must be: -Able to be left alone for 4-6 hours during the day If you have any questions, please let me know!

A typical day

I am a fun and active walker/sitter/trainer. Being a former professional trainer, I am skilled at reinforcing basic manners and behaviors that you strive to maintain in your dog - and I am also adept at caring for dogs who are not the most social or require a little bit of extra management. Communication is key and you will never be left wondering how your canine companion is doing while you're away. On walks and visits, I try to visit nearby parks or green spaces and mix up activities. Sometimes we might go hiking on a long leash, others we might go to the pet store and socialize or pick out a new toy. I treat your dogs as my own. If your yard is fenced I like to give dogs some off-leash time to stretch their legs and play. Boarding dogs get to play with my dogs, play in the privacy-fenced large yard. If your dog is used to walks, they can get one in the morning or evening. Boarding dogs live as one of my own.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night
House Sitting
in your home
$30per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$18per walk
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Mary can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Mary can watch in your home

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

Availability

I currently work a non-pet care industry full time job, so pet sitting and boarding for dogs in my care looks a lot like it would with an owner working full-time outside of the home with no major change to routine.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a month ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Mary P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I care for dogs in my home and their own. At my home there is a large fenced-in yard and my own dogs to play with and keep company. I can offer cat sitting in their own home only.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mary P. would like to know about your pet

I love all dogs! I especially enjoy the dogs with a touch of attitude. :) Dogs that will be considered for boarding in my home must be (at this time): -Dog friendly or dog tolerant -Crate trained & house trained -Up to date on Rabies vaccine or proof of Rabies immunity (titer tested.) Dogs that I will care for in the comfort of their own home must be: -Able to be left alone for 4-6 hours during the day If you have any questions, please let me know!

A typical day

I am a fun and active walker/sitter/trainer. Being a former professional trainer, I am skilled at reinforcing basic manners and behaviors that you strive to maintain in your dog - and I am also adept at caring for dogs who are not the most social or require a little bit of extra management. Communication is key and you will never be left wondering how your canine companion is doing while you're away. On walks and visits, I try to visit nearby parks or green spaces and mix up activities. Sometimes we might go hiking on a long leash, others we might go to the pet store and socialize or pick out a new toy. I treat your dogs as my own. If your yard is fenced I like to give dogs some off-leash time to stretch their legs and play. Boarding dogs get to play with my dogs, play in the privacy-fenced large yard. If your dog is used to walks, they can get one in the morning or evening. Boarding dogs live as one of my own.

Location

Buffalo, NY

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Mary P.

Buffalo, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews