rachael d.
cold spring harbor, NY
It's go time!
Pet care experience
Hello there! I, like many college kids, had a tough time during covid. Luckily, my roommate brought his perfect little puppy to school! He was training to be a CCI dog and honestly kept me sane. We would go on hikes, walks to the park, and say hello to anyone passing by. He became a bit of a local figure by the time he was turned in, well known for being such a sweet boy. I miss him every day and would love to go on adventures with puppies (of all ages) again!!
Reviews
Rachael is an excellent dog sitter with experience caring for pets both short-term and long-term. She’s comfortable living with the pets she watches or visiting them as needed. Her love for animals shines through in every interaction, and it’s clear she is both responsible and trustworthy in the way she cares for them.
About rachael d.
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I currently live directly inside a park (Wawapek preserve) and will be able to run them all around there. I love to jog so if a pup is feeling extra crazy we can run together! I am not comfortable with off leash dogs so we will remain on leash unless inside an obviously fenced in area. I also want to avoid dog parks with more than one or two other dogs present, as to mitigate any risk of problems happening. I will abide by any rules (crates, no sitting on furniture, etc) that the owner sets other than shock or prong collars. I haven't been taught how to handle dogs with those types so I don't think that would be the best fit. Besides that, I'll run that pup all around!
Information rachael d. would like to know about your pet
Any reactivity would be crucial to know beforehand. I have some experience being around highly reactive dogs and I am aware of the risks, but I may not be physically big enough to handle a reactive dog over 50lbs. I would also just like to know their usual habits, like if they prefer running or sniffing!
A typical day
Personally, I love a hike. I love doing it with or without a dog to be fully honest. The fresh air and the smells must be off the charts out in the woods! I found that walking my roommates pup for a mile in the woods was the same as 2-3 in the suburbs. He would come back full-on exhausted. He would even nap right through his tick check!
Services
rachael can watch in your home
Availability
I am unemployed as of right now. I will have all the time in the world to take your dog wherever they want and bring them back very happy and sleepy.
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About rachael d.
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I currently live directly inside a park (Wawapek preserve) and will be able to run them all around there. I love to jog so if a pup is feeling extra crazy we can run together! I am not comfortable with off leash dogs so we will remain on leash unless inside an obviously fenced in area. I also want to avoid dog parks with more than one or two other dogs present, as to mitigate any risk of problems happening. I will abide by any rules (crates, no sitting on furniture, etc) that the owner sets other than shock or prong collars. I haven't been taught how to handle dogs with those types so I don't think that would be the best fit. Besides that, I'll run that pup all around!
Information rachael d. would like to know about your pet
Any reactivity would be crucial to know beforehand. I have some experience being around highly reactive dogs and I am aware of the risks, but I may not be physically big enough to handle a reactive dog over 50lbs. I would also just like to know their usual habits, like if they prefer running or sniffing!
A typical day
Personally, I love a hike. I love doing it with or without a dog to be fully honest. The fresh air and the smells must be off the charts out in the woods! I found that walking my roommates pup for a mile in the woods was the same as 2-3 in the suburbs. He would come back full-on exhausted. He would even nap right through his tick check!
Location
cold spring harbor, NY
Pets
rachael d.
cold spring harbor, NY