Nelle R.
Duluth, MN
Caring companion for pup(s) & cats
Pet care experience
Greetings, fellow pet parents! My name is Nelle and I have been a dog parent for over 25 years - all medium to large-sized dogs. I currently have a 3 year old midsized dog that loves to be outside as well as snuggle on the couch. We also have one cat who gets along with our resident dog and is nimble enough to retreat from guest dogs if needed. We have three humans in the house who love four-legged companions.
Reviews
Nelle is absolutely amazing and will be our go to for any future dog sitting that we need. She is extremely patient, caring, and attentive with our dogs. We were able to leave town for the day and know that she was doing everything possible to make our dogs comfortable. She went out of her way to make our dog Roscoe feel safe with a new person in his house and I am extremely grateful.
Nelle was absolutely amazing!! She was extremely willing to help me in a pinch when I needed care for my pets starting the following morning. She stopped by multiple times a day to walk, play, and hang out with my pups, she even sent me multiple pictures each visit sharing the fun they all were having. She really put my mind at ease while I was gone and couldn’t have been more blessed to find her! In the end I think my dogs were upset to see me instead of Nelle upon my return! Thank you for everything!!
Nelle is always easy to work with, wonderful with our dog, and we always feel good about leaving the dog with her. Honestly, I don’t know what we would do without Nelle!
Nelle is everything I was hoping to find in a dog sitter for my new puppy. She and Dewey had a great time during their mid-day walk/house visit. Nelle also came to meet with us ahead of time to run through our routine, and she left a lovely note about how he did in the kennel, with some training commands we're working on, and more. I highly recommend Nelle!
About Nelle R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a 3 year old mixed breed rescue pup named Tillie. She is easy-going and likes other dogs. She tends to sleep or snuggle when she is indoors and play when outdoors or on a walk. If needed, I can leave Tillie at home with family while I am house-sitting or walking/visiting other pets. Our cat, Chester, has many places to hide in case he prefers to be solo.
Home
Information Nelle R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your pet has any special needs. I do have stairs at my house, which may be an issue for any pups with hip issues. To determine if we are a good match, I typically will ask: 1.) has your pet been without family before? 2.) does your dog/pet have specific words/commands? 3.) where does your pet typically sleep? Crate/bed/floor, etc… 4.) what time(s) of day does your pet eat? 5.) how often does your dog need to be outside? 6.)is your dog accustomed to treats and/or snacks? And upon booking, I will always suggest bringing familiar items/scents for to help your dog acclimate. These may include a piece of clothing with your scent, favorite toys, a familiar blanket, etc…
A typical day
I enjoy playing both inside and outside with dogs of all sizes. I am experienced with all ages and abilities and will meet them where they find most joy in their day. I like to go to the beach and Chester Creek trails. If the dog prefers sidewalks, then I do a loop in my neighborhood or head to the University Campus for a network or sidewalks. For kitties- just let me know their favorite toys and habits, and we’ll go from there! In my house, the floppy fish is a big hit!
Services
Nelle can host
Nelle can watch in your home
Availability
I work a hybrid schedule during the week -allowing for flexibility in schedule most days. We walk a few blocks to access the Lakewalk and Chester Creek trails and sometimes head to the beach.
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About Nelle R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a 3 year old mixed breed rescue pup named Tillie. She is easy-going and likes other dogs. She tends to sleep or snuggle when she is indoors and play when outdoors or on a walk. If needed, I can leave Tillie at home with family while I am house-sitting or walking/visiting other pets. Our cat, Chester, has many places to hide in case he prefers to be solo.
Home
Information Nelle R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your pet has any special needs. I do have stairs at my house, which may be an issue for any pups with hip issues. To determine if we are a good match, I typically will ask: 1.) has your pet been without family before? 2.) does your dog/pet have specific words/commands? 3.) where does your pet typically sleep? Crate/bed/floor, etc… 4.) what time(s) of day does your pet eat? 5.) how often does your dog need to be outside? 6.)is your dog accustomed to treats and/or snacks? And upon booking, I will always suggest bringing familiar items/scents for to help your dog acclimate. These may include a piece of clothing with your scent, favorite toys, a familiar blanket, etc…
A typical day
I enjoy playing both inside and outside with dogs of all sizes. I am experienced with all ages and abilities and will meet them where they find most joy in their day. I like to go to the beach and Chester Creek trails. If the dog prefers sidewalks, then I do a loop in my neighborhood or head to the University Campus for a network or sidewalks. For kitties- just let me know their favorite toys and habits, and we’ll go from there! In my house, the floppy fish is a big hit!
Location
Duluth, MN
Pets
Nelle R.
Duluth, MN