

Peter H.
Racine, WI






Services
Peter can care for
Availability
Semi-retired remote working with great schedule flexibility. Very reliable - single empty-nester, 35 yr VP level Corporate/Consulting "soldier" who currently has a cat and has owned, cared for and loved many dogs, mixed and pure breeds, of his own.
About Peter H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I currently live in an apartment that does not allow dogs, so I can offer walks, visits, vet care transportation and care in your home... but not boarding.
Information Peter H. would like to know about your pet
If I'm to care for your pal I'll need to know a bit about what they're used to, afraid of, love/like etc. And if course any special needs, meds, behavior issues or challenges etc.
A typical day
If a dog is OK with other dogs... I love dog parks. I'm also a fan, for fetchers, of tennis balls and a launcher. For working dogs, I like to "work" them. Walk them on a heel, almost always, with constant training reinforcement, because they (like us/me)... crave "purpose." Puppies... need a lot of play. And "proper chewing" reinforcement.
Location
Racine, WI
Pets
Experienced, Kind Care for Your Pal
Pet care experience
Grew up with German Shepherds, had many mixes and most recently a Bichon for her last 12 years, until 10/22. RIP "Maddie." :( Puppy & adult dog trained 3x. Me that is. Dog training... is also Human training. Love, and can generally manage, all breeds & temperaments. Like with us people, trust & respect... are earned. And everything. I hope to earn the trust of your pet...AND you.
Reviews
Pete was Awesome!!! Fist off, my dogs are rescues. They have idiosyncrasies (lol). Taffy puts up defences when meeting new people. So much so, that two prior interviewees turned down the offer. Peter, who is a gentle giant, won her over during the interview. Not with his giantness, but his amazing gentleness. Usually it takes some time for Taffy to trust someone, but she found something in Peter to trust right away! The rest of the week went incredibly smoothly. I got texts every evening (he offered photos but i declined). Both Tanka and Taffy assumed "Belly Rub" positions once Peter arrived. I heard such great reports that when I got home, I had to tearfully sit down with them and ask if they would rather go and live with Peter. Just kidding, I couldn't ask that question for fear of the answer!! When I came home, my doges were normal. Not filled with fear, anxiety, depression or anything that separation might cause. That means Peter did not just feed, water, and let them outside. He gave them loving care in my absence. He treated them as I would treat them. That is the sign of an excellent caretaker!! He will always take care of my dogs, dean
Peter is a longtime friend of mine and I have witnessed his kindness and patience with animals many times over the years. He has both warmth and heart, which appear to help dogs, in particular, feel comfortable in his presence. Peter is also an individual of integrity and loyalty. I would, without reservation, hire him to care for my pets.
About Peter H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I currently live in an apartment that does not allow dogs, so I can offer walks, visits, vet care transportation and care in your home... but not boarding.
Information Peter H. would like to know about your pet
If I'm to care for your pal I'll need to know a bit about what they're used to, afraid of, love/like etc. And if course any special needs, meds, behavior issues or challenges etc.
A typical day
If a dog is OK with other dogs... I love dog parks. I'm also a fan, for fetchers, of tennis balls and a launcher. For working dogs, I like to "work" them. Walk them on a heel, almost always, with constant training reinforcement, because they (like us/me)... crave "purpose." Puppies... need a lot of play. And "proper chewing" reinforcement.


Peter H.
Racine, WI
