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Rachel S.

Port Angeles, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
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Dame+Pets PETCARE/GROOMING

Pet care experience

Note: I also offering grooming at my shop. There is not a category to select this service, so please request drop in visit and we will discuss appointment options. I can price adjust as needed. I offer bath, blow outs, nail trims, paw/feather/sanitary/tidy up grooms. I do not currently offer shave downs or patterned cuts such as schnauzers or poodles. My grooms are mostly for tidying up purposes and often groom Australian Shepherds and Golden Retrievers. All equipment and products are professional and I only take one dog at time to reduce stress and provide the most relaxing environment as possible. Hello! I moved to Port Angeles from Alexandria, VA in June 2020. I ran my own pet care business, Doggie Dame, in the Washington DC metro area for 7 years but I have been taking care of pets my whole life. I miss my furry friends back in Virginia so much and was heart broken to leave them. However, I’m so excited to start dog walking and pet sitting again in Port Angeles! Working in the city gave me that go go go work ethic and ability to adjust to an ever changing environment. With a great need for dog walkers in a city of tall apartment buildings, I was used to a full dog walking schedule of 12 walks a day and also petsitting and boarding. It was 24/7 and I loved it! As a pet care professional, my full time career is taking care of pets. It has never been a side job or a hobby for me and I consider myself extremely lucky to make my passion my job. The health and happiness of your family is my priority and I will follow the rules and practices you already have in place to keep parents and pets both content. Whether it’s a walk (and I LOVE walking!), dropping by, or a sleepover, your family will be treated as my own. Can’t wait to meet new furry friends here in the PNW!! New to Rover: I have been using Rover intermittently for a year. You can find me on Instagram @doggie_dame_wa and Dame+Pets on Facebook. I can always be reached by email. Notes on Services: - Dog grooming services are now available at my home. To book a grooming appointment select another service like “drop in visit” for a day you would like the appointment. I can modify the date and price after you send the request. In your request, you can message me letting me know that you are seeking a grooming appointment. At that time, we can discuss your needs. - Same day bookings may not always be possible. I encourage clients to schedule walks/visits as soon as they are able and ahead of time is preferred :) - I will always strive to arrive at a specific time, but if I can’t, I will stick to your preferred timeframe - My overnights include morning care/walks etc., afternoon care, a dinner time visit, and returning no later than 9:00pm for bedtime potty and sleep over. Hour long visits during the day will possibly be charged an additional nominal fee. I am usually at your home far more than this, but this is the minimum that the overnight fee covers so you don’t have to worry that your loved ones aren’t getting frequent care and attention! I am not at the home 24 hours. If you need someone to be at the house most of day, please specify this is your request and I will let you know if it’s possible and what the rate will be. - I’m extremely reliable and communicative. There is no such thing as too much information and I’m absolutely open to as many notes and directions as you would like to provide! I’m a dog parent, too, so I totally get it! - I have three dogs that I love very much. Sketch loves all dogs and is the social one. If an owner requests for him to come along for a walk, I am open to that request depending on a dog’s temperament and health. Safety and happiness are my priority! :) - I also offer dog bathing, brush outs, and outlines. I don’t offer full shave downs or patterned cuts, but will trim nails, feathers, pants, sanitary areas, and ears. Thank you!

Reviews

Ryan W.
Dog Walking • Mar 17, 2023
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I am so happy my pup has Rachel to come visit him when I am out of town! She the absolute best!!

Ryan W.
Dog Walking • Jan 12, 2023
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Great communication! We love having Rachel come by to visit and walk our high-energy golden retriever when we can’t be home.

Brianne H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 16, 2022
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Always so thoughtful and takes extra care even if our shy kitty.

Carolyn M.
Dog Walking • Feb 26, 2022
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Rachel remains our rock steady walker. I am at ease knowing she is with my pup, and she allows me to focus on juggling a busy career. 5 out of 5 stars for a phenomenal friend to my girl, Blakely, and for her professionalism in all things dog. Thank you, Rachel!

About Rachel S.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I always supervise dogs when out in a yard and keep diligent watch of the environment on walks. Safety and health are very important when it comes to pet care and grooming!

Information Rachel S. would like to know about your pet

Potty habits, medical needs, and temperament with people and dogs. I like to know as much as possible about pets so I can give them personalized care and attention. I like all breeds and mixes whether rescued or pedigree. Small, medium, large, extra large, short hair, long hair, dog friendly, not so dog friendly, shy, anxious, bold, gregarious, timid, brave, energetic, independent, love bug, I love them all <3

A typical day

I love walks, so I’m always up for exploring and going out for long strolls! Short walks for the more subdued pup around the neighborhood and park is awesome, too! I miss having a kitty of my own, so it’s always nice to meet new feline friends :) Pets are my life and I can’t imagine doing anything else! I’m extremely reliable, responsive, and patient. I have worked with dogs of all temperaments and have experience with animals with health issues and disabilities. Visits will be catered to your pet’s needs and abilities with love and patience. I also do everything I can to make the grooming experience as stress free as possible. I take one dog at a time and take things slow. The grooming appointment might take longer, but instead of fitting in as many dogs as possible, I can take my time to make sure a dog is as relaxed as they can be and safety is a priority.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$70per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$21per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$22per walk

Rachel can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I always strive to be as flexible as I can be! I’m a full time dog walker and petsitter! I also offer bathing and grooming. Pet care isn’t a side job for me, it’s my career :)

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Rachel S.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

21 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I always supervise dogs when out in a yard and keep diligent watch of the environment on walks. Safety and health are very important when it comes to pet care and grooming!

Information Rachel S. would like to know about your pet

Potty habits, medical needs, and temperament with people and dogs. I like to know as much as possible about pets so I can give them personalized care and attention. I like all breeds and mixes whether rescued or pedigree. Small, medium, large, extra large, short hair, long hair, dog friendly, not so dog friendly, shy, anxious, bold, gregarious, timid, brave, energetic, independent, love bug, I love them all <3

A typical day

I love walks, so I’m always up for exploring and going out for long strolls! Short walks for the more subdued pup around the neighborhood and park is awesome, too! I miss having a kitty of my own, so it’s always nice to meet new feline friends :) Pets are my life and I can’t imagine doing anything else! I’m extremely reliable, responsive, and patient. I have worked with dogs of all temperaments and have experience with animals with health issues and disabilities. Visits will be catered to your pet’s needs and abilities with love and patience. I also do everything I can to make the grooming experience as stress free as possible. I take one dog at a time and take things slow. The grooming appointment might take longer, but instead of fitting in as many dogs as possible, I can take my time to make sure a dog is as relaxed as they can be and safety is a priority.

Location

Port Angeles, WA

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Rachel S.

Port Angeles, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
36 reviews