Melissa & Jared L.
Westwood, MA
Active, dog-oriented family!
Pet care experience
I grew up with a Siberian husky, my husband grew up with a lab, and together we’ve raised our own sweet dogs as well! We have trained puppies, as well as advanced training: canine good citizen and therapy dog training for our three-year old golden doodle. We are highly attentive to our dogs’ needs and nonverbal cues given our personal experience with dogs and years of engagement in dog training. Our children are also very involved in dog training and love spending time with new dogs who have foundational comfort around kids! If you are looking for a truly family-oriented, nurturing experience for your dog, then that’s us! My husband and I work from home 100% of the time. We have a beautiful fenced in yard and are walking distance from three conservation / well known outdoor hiking areas for dogs. We have a beautiful fenced in yard. We also have a crate in our home for dogs who are crate trained and enjoy having their own space. We also have a particular room nice and comfy for our dog and her friends, including a plush couch, blankets and toys. We know how anxiety-provoking it can feel to find a cozy, nurturing, safe stay for our dog when traveling or working. We provide exactly what we seek for our own dog’s care: unparalleled attention; physical, mental, and social stimulation, and safety at all times. Please note that we do meet and greets before providing any services to new dogs. It is important to us that this be an ideal match.
Reviews
Terrific, communication, and terrific care
I’m so happy to have found Melissa. She has been wonderful taking care of my mini Goldendoodle. She gives me detailed reports and I know my Maizie enjoys playing with her 2 girls and her own Goldendoodle! I feel comfortable dropping her off knowing she’s in good hands!!!
Melissa is the best dog owner ever! She is Incredibly responsible and will take care of your dog like it is her own! She has spent her life with dogs so she knows what it’s all about! I highly recommend Melissa to walk or board your dog! She also has an incredibly sweet goldendoodle of her own currently and I’m sure your dog would love spending time with Annie!
Melissa is great with dogs and with people! She takes great care in developing a dog's confidence and comfort in social situations, and is also very intuitive when it comes to dog behaviors. I love how she takes care of her dog Annie, and how she respects my dog's timid and fearful nature. She does everything in the best interest of the animal and to ensure a safe environment for play and interactions. I highly recommend Melissa and trust her to care for my dog.
About Melissa & Jared L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We are highly attentive to our pets and our environment. We initially learn about your dog as we are getting to know him/her and you, and then continue to be mindful of creating a positive environment in our home so it may feel like a safe, comfortable environment.
Home
Information Melissa & Jared L. would like to know about your pet
Because we have children, it’s very important that we only have dogs in our home who are comfortable around kids. Our kids are at school/camp during the day, but are home in the afternoons and evenings. We do have significant experience supporting dogs who have anxiety and fear aggression, however because we have kids at home we are mindful of making sure dogs are comfortable with well-behaved kids! If your dog has special dietary needs, please let me know in advance.
A typical day
We love to take neighborhood walks, checking out all the sights, smells, and friendly dogs we can find! Our neighborhood is incredibly dog friendly, with many well behaved, highly social dogs. If your dog is up for it, we enjoy hiking Hale or Sen Kei trails. We also have agility equipment at our home and enjoy integrating positive reinforcement training throughout the day.
Services
Melissa & Jared can host
Melissa & Jared can watch in your home
Availability
We both work from home and have built in breaks to go for walks, play in the yard, etc. Being active is foundational to our day.
About Melissa & Jared L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We are highly attentive to our pets and our environment. We initially learn about your dog as we are getting to know him/her and you, and then continue to be mindful of creating a positive environment in our home so it may feel like a safe, comfortable environment.
Home
Information Melissa & Jared L. would like to know about your pet
Because we have children, it’s very important that we only have dogs in our home who are comfortable around kids. Our kids are at school/camp during the day, but are home in the afternoons and evenings. We do have significant experience supporting dogs who have anxiety and fear aggression, however because we have kids at home we are mindful of making sure dogs are comfortable with well-behaved kids! If your dog has special dietary needs, please let me know in advance.
A typical day
We love to take neighborhood walks, checking out all the sights, smells, and friendly dogs we can find! Our neighborhood is incredibly dog friendly, with many well behaved, highly social dogs. If your dog is up for it, we enjoy hiking Hale or Sen Kei trails. We also have agility equipment at our home and enjoy integrating positive reinforcement training throughout the day.
Location
Westwood, MA
Pets
Melissa & Jared L.
Westwood, MA