Norma L.
Norma L.
Contact for Boarding
from $40 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Animal Lover Extraordinaire!!
Hello! I'm back and active on Rover! My account was inactive for awhile, and now I've relocated to the Concord, NC area and excited to begin again and meet new dog visitors and their people -- YOU! I believe that all dogs are special and yours will be no exception! In my home your furry friend(s) will receive plenty of affection, individual care, and any instructions you provide will be followed perfectly, to the letter, including feeding, bedtime, crating, medications, exercise, etc. I am an expert in senior care. I understand that our senior dogs may have different needs than their younger counterparts (maybe more frequent potty breaks, as an example or help on the stairs). I realize and respect this and do whatever is necessary to make their stay with me comfortable. Seniors have earned and deserve a little different (special) attention, and you can be certain they get that here from me! My newly-fenced in back yard has lots of grass and ample running space. Multiple balls and water are available to make sure that everyone gets lots of exercise! Throughout your stay, I will send text updates and pictures so you always feel connected. As a life-long dog owner, I know how stressful it can be to leave our loved ones with strangers, so I strive to make both you and my furry visitors feel comfortable at all times! Since I'm retired, I can now also offer Doggy Day care -- the $45 rate is for full day (8-9 hr. days with drop off 7-9 am and pick up 5-6 pm), and the rate will be edited to $30 if only a half day (up to 5 hrs.) is needed. You'll have to let me know if this is the case. These rates are negotiable to fit your needs and frequency. I provide pick up and drop off service for a nominal fee, however for clients within 5 miles, I will waive the fee. I'm new to the area so this service is offered only within a 10 mile radius. As a reminder a night of boarding is a 24-hour period. This means consideration of drop off and pick up times must be taken. For example, if you drop off at noon, you should plan picking up 11-1:00. I will always ask about your plans prior to your visit. I expect texts to be kept informed of changes during the visit. I'm aware of flight/travel delays and try to be flexible within reason. I'm retired and have two dogs of my own, so I work my daily routines around them. I will never be gone more hours than anyone can handle. I'm sensitive to their needs -- especially the puppy and senior! I have a fenced in yard and two dogs to keep your fur baby(ies) company. I have crates and baby gates available to separate if the unforeseen should happen. In all the years of dog sitting I've never had a fight and only once needed to separate a day care dog from the others.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Ms. Norma was nothing short of AMAZING! This was our little guys 2nd time away from us and he presented with some anxiety and challenges getting acclimated. Ms. Norma remained in contact with photos and messages reassuring us all was well and what he had going on that day. Ms. Norma did more than just provide boarding services, she cared and nurtured our guy the entire stay; 4 nights/5 days. Will definitely utilize her services again!
Norma was absolutely the best taking care of our sweet boy. Me and my husband have had bad experiences in the past with in-home visits / boarding and Norma eased all of those worries and was very communicative during the entire duration she had our boy. HIGHLY recommend Norma for your fur babies!
Wonderful dog sitter. Very communicative and attentive while caring for our two dogs. Highly recommend!
Ms. Norma was so great with Daisy & I felt completely comfortable leaving her while we were out of state when my initial plans fell through!! She sent pictures & updates daily the entire time we were gone!! I would for sure rebook her if needed again in the future. Daisy had the best time playing & being loved on!! She was worn out when we got home from all her playing!!
Norma goes above and beyond! She communicated very well, even while I was abroad, and truly took the best possible care of my cats. I very highly recommend her as your future pet sitter!
We just moved to the area and used Norma for the first time as we headed out on our honeymoon vacation. She was very responsive and gave us many updates throughout our dog’s stay. Overall a pleasant experience!
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Schedule
I'm retired and have two dogs of my own, so I work my daily routines around them. I will never be gone more hours than anyone can handle. I'm sensitive to their needs -- especially the puppy and senior!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Because I have dogs of my own, I cannot stay at your home. I am, however, willing to drop in during the work day for a potty break and feeding. In my home, I try to mirror what you do in your home. If he's crated at night at home, he will be here. If he eats 3 times a day at home, he will here also.
Pets
A typical day
The fenced-in yard allows for a lot of play time and running. If your furry friend enjoys being brushed, or playing fetch, we can do that. If they just enjoy cuddling and watching old movies, I can do that too!