Rachel D.
Edwardsburg, MI
Fur is my favorite accessory 🐶💖😺
Pet care experience
I was fortunate to grow up in a home that always had pets. I can’t remember a time that we weren’t taking in a stray and finding it a good home or being that good home because we were the only place that a critter could land safely, if only until finding the best family to call its own. In the past ten years, we have adopted 6 “last chance” senior dogs with varying health issues. It brought me such joy to know that their last days, weeks, months or even years were some of their best because they were loved by us. We are the go-to family for pet sitting as we have a 2 friendly dogs of our own, which allows us to meet other families with friendly dogs as well. We love the opportunity to care for the pets of others and love them as if they were our own during our time together. Whether it be a short visit, a long walk, a weekend getaway, or that two week European vacation you've been waiting on bated breath for, I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and your beloved pet.
Reviews
Very friendly and reliable. Went the extra mile!
Rachel is an amazing individual who cares deeply for all living things, pups are at the top of that list. There has never been an animal that didn’t love her within a fee minutes of meeting and it makes sense, she radiates positivity and compassion.
Rachel is a Dog Whisperer. She has always been able to read a dog and know exactly the right approach and what the dog is 'telling' her. She has been a champion for senior and difficult-to-care-for dogs, having adopted many senior dogs herself so they can live out their last years in comfort and dignity. Rachel is also amazing with puppies! It doesn't seem to matter the age, pooches love her! She engages with each animal, playing when they want, tending to itches and ouches as needed. Every dog I've ever seen with her has been relaxed and happy. She's great with other animals, too, but dogs are definitely her strong suit!
About Rachel D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have the sweetest friendly 4 year old female dog that rules the roost here. She was a rescue and I'm a firm believer that "every pet should be loved as if they were the ultimate choice". While she may be a bit spoiled, she also takes such joy in being obedient. We find that this is a great balance. We also call a silly 2 year old bundle of beagle ours. She came to us in very rough shape, emaciated and infested with parasites. She was truly like having a newborn, as we took turns feeding, burping and potting her. She absolutely knows that she is home forever and wouldn't have it any other way. Our pets are family. We know the importance of staying active together, but also enjoy a movie (the girls truly appreciate when the popcorn comes out) In your home, my goal is to keep things as normal as possible by following your pet’s regular routine while incorporating trust building activities and all of the butt scratches, snoot boops and belly rubs that one pup could ever want. During drop in visits and walks, I want to keep our short time together filled with positive activities and reinforcement. (Belly rubs included)
Information Rachel D. would like to know about your pet
Please inform me of all food allergies, medical/feeding needs and conditions, Personality quirks that I may not expect and routines. If your pet has any fears such as thunderstorms, other animals, certain sounds, etc, it would be quite helpful to be made aware of that ahead of time. When is your dog the happiest? Do they interact well with other dogs? People? Children?
A typical day
I love to watch dogs “read the daily paper” by stopping to smell the roses or whatever else they may come across on our walks. We love to visit Potato Creek for longer hikes and the Mishawaka River Walk for medium walks. We take the tennis ball, frisbee or other toy of choice with us so that we can get the zoomies out. That’s quite important and makes for better snoozing later. I really enjoy water and am not at all opposed to doing so if your pooch is striving to be the next Michael Phelps. However, I can’t promise that they will come home with any gold.
Services
Rachel can watch in your home
Availability
We have 6 young adult children who are now relatively self sufficient. This is leaving me with time to invest in loving others, four (or 3, or 2... Not picky at all) footed critters alike. I work from home, making my own schedule. I can be available any time with relatively short notice and am flexible to discuss extended stays. Let's chat to see if I may be able to help.
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About Rachel D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have the sweetest friendly 4 year old female dog that rules the roost here. She was a rescue and I'm a firm believer that "every pet should be loved as if they were the ultimate choice". While she may be a bit spoiled, she also takes such joy in being obedient. We find that this is a great balance. We also call a silly 2 year old bundle of beagle ours. She came to us in very rough shape, emaciated and infested with parasites. She was truly like having a newborn, as we took turns feeding, burping and potting her. She absolutely knows that she is home forever and wouldn't have it any other way. Our pets are family. We know the importance of staying active together, but also enjoy a movie (the girls truly appreciate when the popcorn comes out) In your home, my goal is to keep things as normal as possible by following your pet’s regular routine while incorporating trust building activities and all of the butt scratches, snoot boops and belly rubs that one pup could ever want. During drop in visits and walks, I want to keep our short time together filled with positive activities and reinforcement. (Belly rubs included)
Information Rachel D. would like to know about your pet
Please inform me of all food allergies, medical/feeding needs and conditions, Personality quirks that I may not expect and routines. If your pet has any fears such as thunderstorms, other animals, certain sounds, etc, it would be quite helpful to be made aware of that ahead of time. When is your dog the happiest? Do they interact well with other dogs? People? Children?
A typical day
I love to watch dogs “read the daily paper” by stopping to smell the roses or whatever else they may come across on our walks. We love to visit Potato Creek for longer hikes and the Mishawaka River Walk for medium walks. We take the tennis ball, frisbee or other toy of choice with us so that we can get the zoomies out. That’s quite important and makes for better snoozing later. I really enjoy water and am not at all opposed to doing so if your pooch is striving to be the next Michael Phelps. However, I can’t promise that they will come home with any gold.
Location
Edwardsburg, MI
Pets
Rachel D.
Edwardsburg, MI