Merlin S.
Charles Village, MD
Many cuddles next to large park!
Pet care experience
No same day bookings, please. Non-binary, uses they/them pronouns. Has a 35-pound, 1-year-old dog named Trilogy who loves to play with dogs. I love all animals and enjoy all their cuddles. I listen to the needs of every pet I watch and play/feed/walk them accordingly. I'm very flexible in how I watch animals and will adjust according to what you want. If you like pets on the couch, they are welcome on my couch. If you prefer them to stay on the floor, I'll keep them off the couch and cuddle with them on the floor. Whatever you and your pet needs, I will provide it. Also, in college, I helped to crate train and care for rescue dogs (dogs trained for emergency rescues), which taught me a lot about how to care for animals, how to train them, how to provide encouragement with positive behaviors, and how to deter negative behaviors without scolding. No same day bookings, please. Non-binary, uses they/them pronouns. Has a 35-pound, 1-year-old dog named Trilogy who loves to play with dogs.
Reviews
I highly recommend Merlin for your dog care needs! Stella is a pretty anxious dog and can take a while to warm up to new people, but Merlin immediately put her at ease at the meet and greet. After watching them interact so warmly and patiently with Stella, all anxiety I had about leaving her during my trip was relieved. Merlin has good energy, and they have a really natural way of interacting with dogs (especially for a nervous dog like mine). Stella and I both look forward to them watching her again!
Merlin was great and Piper came back to us happy as a clam!
Merlin did an excellent job
Merlin did an excellent job watching our Luna for over 2 weeks while we were away on vacation. They had great communication with us and gave regular updates on how she was doing during her stay. She clearly had a wonderful time with them! Would highly recommend Merlin for any of your pet sitting needs.
About Merlin S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety and Environment: I have an energetic dog named Trilogy who loves to play with dogs. She will happily help me keep your pupper entertained. I have a fenced back"yard" (there's a dirt patch, cement, and a deck, so it's not really a yard) which is perfect for when dogs need to relax outside.
Home
Information Merlin S. would like to know about your pet
1. How often do they need to use the bathroom? 2. How often do they need to be fed? 3. Are they crate trained? 4. Are they allowed on furniture? 5. What kind of treats can I give them, if any? 6. What commands do they know, if any? 7. What does your pet like and dislike? 8. What allergies do they have, if any? 9. Does your pet have any mental or physical issues and how should I handle them if so?
A typical day
We'll walk around any one of the many nearby parks and/or neighborhoods. We can play fetch and go on runs. I will cuddle lots with your pets, either on the floor or furniture, whichever you do at your own home. Whatever activities you normally do with your pets, I will do my best to mimic them.
Services
Merlin can host
Availability
Schedule: I work remote full time so I'm home most of the day and have plenty of time to care for and play with your pup. I'm usually never gone more than a few hours at a time.
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About Merlin S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety and Environment: I have an energetic dog named Trilogy who loves to play with dogs. She will happily help me keep your pupper entertained. I have a fenced back"yard" (there's a dirt patch, cement, and a deck, so it's not really a yard) which is perfect for when dogs need to relax outside.
Home
Information Merlin S. would like to know about your pet
1. How often do they need to use the bathroom? 2. How often do they need to be fed? 3. Are they crate trained? 4. Are they allowed on furniture? 5. What kind of treats can I give them, if any? 6. What commands do they know, if any? 7. What does your pet like and dislike? 8. What allergies do they have, if any? 9. Does your pet have any mental or physical issues and how should I handle them if so?
A typical day
We'll walk around any one of the many nearby parks and/or neighborhoods. We can play fetch and go on runs. I will cuddle lots with your pets, either on the floor or furniture, whichever you do at your own home. Whatever activities you normally do with your pets, I will do my best to mimic them.
Location
Baltimore, MD
Pets
Merlin S.
Charles Village, MD