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Natalie V.

Mill Park, OR

5 reviews
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Experienced & knowledgeable handler

Pet care experience

Hi! I’m Natalie and I’ve been training and caring for animals since 11 years old. Horses, dogs, cats, livestock, fish…. I’ve fed, medicated and cared for them all. Right now, I have two 60lb dogs and own my home on a lot almost 1/4 acre in size. I have a dog door and fully fenced backyard (full-time access to the backyard can be modified if needed). My partner Gary and I both own our own businesses and as such one of us are almost always at home. We take pride in how we’ve trained our dogs. They are good natured, well socialized, pack appropriate dogs. Even so, as safety is our priority for our dogs and yours, if we must both be gone during dog boarding, we will separate our dogs from yours until if or when everyone is used to each other. Please discuss any special needs your dog has as I’m comfortable administering most types of medication including mid-seizure medication. Your dogs will be part of our family and our routine for the duration of their stay. We don’t treat with human food and don’t leave high value treats down for dogs to fuss over. A dog meet and greet will be required for first time clients.

Reviews

Dani B.
Aug 06, 2022

Can't recommend Natalie enough! She has been an incredible help to me and my animals for over two decades. She has assisted me with everything from general pet care, to consultations on specific behavioral issues with results that far exceeded my expectations. As well as being incredibly professional, she has a natural rapport with animals. I trust her to care for my fur babies needs at the same level they are accustomed to from me (which is pretty high)...just ask any of my Bernese Mountain Dogs who bounce with joy when they see her.

Aileena Dunsworth D.
Aug 05, 2022

Natalie is amazing with dogs! There is nobody I trust more to watch my animals than Natalie. She is reliable, kind, caring, compassionate and attentive to any pet's needs and wants. Highly recommend for any pet sitting needs!

Dimitra G.
Aug 04, 2022

I've known Natalie for 15 years and throughout this time she has always cared for and doted upon many pets - hers and others. As a loving dog owner, she has provided joyful, rich, healthy, and full lives for many a happy canine. Owners seeking reliable care will consider themselves lucky to have Natalie as their pet caregiver.

Gary D.
Aug 04, 2022

There is no one that I trust more with my pets that Natalie and my vet. Natalie's pets are well behaved and very happy animals. When adopting a new pet, she invests an incredible amount of time on the front end to develop and train them to be socially appropriate and well-adjusted to their new home. She is consistent with them to ensure they are successful. Natalie really enjoys taking dogs for walks and throwing ball. I always know that pets are always in great care with Natalie, and I never worry. I can't recommend her enough.

About Natalie V.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

36 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will be integrated into our home and have access to the outdoors as much as is needed. My two dogs will be there to show the ropes and I’ll be around to supervise and make sure they’re settled in and comfortable. My dogs are kept up to date on their immunizations for communicable diseases. Boarded dogs must also be up to date on shots.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Natalie V. would like to know about your pet

Please tell me of any quirks or safety concerns of your dog. Is it food aggressive and need to be fed away from my pets? Is it a rescue that is sensitive to certain stimuli or to quick movements?

A typical day

I have plenty of room in the backyard to throw a ball. I have a park nearby for walks if your dog requires a walk. I’ll be giving lots of scratches and attention.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night

Natalie can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

Will take same-day boarding requests for dogs that I’ve watched before. New requests must be at least three days in advance so we can do a meet & greet for compatibility. I’m currently working 2/3’s time so if I’ve listed myself as available, I’ll be home to support and care for the dogs in my charge and will separate mine from yours in the event I must be temporarily gone.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 years ago
Natalie can host up to 2 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Natalie V.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

36 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will be integrated into our home and have access to the outdoors as much as is needed. My two dogs will be there to show the ropes and I’ll be around to supervise and make sure they’re settled in and comfortable. My dogs are kept up to date on their immunizations for communicable diseases. Boarded dogs must also be up to date on shots.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Natalie V. would like to know about your pet

Please tell me of any quirks or safety concerns of your dog. Is it food aggressive and need to be fed away from my pets? Is it a rescue that is sensitive to certain stimuli or to quick movements?

A typical day

I have plenty of room in the backyard to throw a ball. I have a park nearby for walks if your dog requires a walk. I’ll be giving lots of scratches and attention.

Location

Portland, OR

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Natalie V.

Mill Park, OR

5 reviews