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.