Rini F.
Pamplin, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Rini can host
Availability
I have availability for the following pups: all pups under 40 lbs, elderly pets of any size, and special-needs pets. I am home most of the day; when I am not, my husband is available to feed/medicate as needed. There will never be a time when your pet is left alone for more than an hour or two at a time (such as needing to run errands or going out for a quick dinner).
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About Rini F.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Next, Rover asks me how I care for pets in my home. My home schedule: I am a homebody, so whenever I am not at work, you can usually find me at home relaxing with my dogs in our 'dog' room, watching Netflix, reading a book, or playing some video games on my computer. Your pup would be right there along with us, relaxing and getting all kinds of love. I am a traveling dog photographer, and if I'm home I rarely leave as I travel enough when working haha! I offer overnight stays in my home specifically for: Elderly pups and pups of all ages with special needs (Under 40lbs) who would not do well in a boarding facility. Your pups would be the center of attention in the house while they were here. We do have cats in the house, so please let us know if your pup has any issues with smaller animals. If so, we can still accommodate them, we would just have them in our dog-only area! I have a 'dog room' at home with a couch for relaxing and reading or gaming/watching Disney+ on our large screen TV, an echo dot that will play calming classical music while I am out of the room, and a padded floor with lots of rugs around for the older pups. When we aren't hanging out in that room, our house has hardwood floors with many rugs to keep paws stable, and tons of dog beds(of all sizes) scattered around for comfort. For potty times, I have a spacious fenced-in yard with plenty of shade! Meal times are at your pet's schedule! I make sure to follow any feeding and medication schedules you provide. My husband works from home, so if I am delayed due to traffic from an errand or such, he can let the pups out to potty or give time-sensitive medications/feedings. Pups are crated or placed in a separate room for Meal times and during Potty rotations to ensure no one gets too rowdy and no one becomes aggressive over their food. Please feel free to reach out with any specific questions about our day-to-day! I am happy to answer any inquiries.
Home
Information Rini F. would like to know about your pet
Please know that I do require a meet and greet for all clients. Typically, this is about a 30-minute appointment to ensure that the pup gets familiar with me prior to coming to my home for a stay. Important items to make me aware of are any allergies, medical conditions, or behavioral concerns. Ie: Needs Seizure medication, or may bite when startled from sleeping. I specialize in elderly and geriatric pets, so knowing as many details as possible helps me prepare! I do require that all dogs I handle are up to date on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations. I also recommend the Canine Influenza Vaccine, but it is not required. Please have a copy available for viewing during your first meet-and-greet visit. If your pup is not up to date, I will not be able to offer my services.
A typical day
As I focus on geriatric care and special needs pets, I do not do many activities that would require a lot of physical strength. If your pet is still fairly mobile, I do have a large fenced-in area for them to roam and sniff! I also offer Lick-Mats, Kongs, Toppls, and other items for mental enrichment at no charge. These do need to be scheduled in advance to ensure there are no allergens. We have a lot of cuddle time and lots of love during the day. Your pup will sleep in our bedroom on one of our many dog beds in the room. If your pet does better in a crate during the night, we also have many of those available as needed.
Location
Pamplin, VA
Pets
Geriatric pups are my specialty!
Pet care experience
Rover says "What sets you apart from other sitters?" My answer is simple. Find me at :KolorfulK9(.)com: Rover takes nearly 20% of the final price you pay, so I get 20% less income. 🩷 Geriatric and Special Needs Care if my specialty when it comes to pets. While I will happily accept ALL dogs under 30lbs, I specialize in elderly pets/special needs pets who don't do well in boarding situations and need extra care throughout the day. I'm well-versed in administering oral medication, injections, and even subcutaneous fluids as needed. I am available 24hrs a day for potty breaks and medication routines. I am currently the only sitter in the western area of VA that is certified through the Professional Animal Care Certification Council, a 3rd party certification. This means they do not offer any classes or teaching, but only offer the test, which costs around $400. I am also a member of the International Boarding & Pet Services Association and the International Association of Canine Professionals. I carry Pet Sitting Insurance as well. All in all, I love pets of all ages and sizes. The older ones, the smaller ones, and the ones who need just a little extra care have my heart a little more. (Please note that this site keeps over 20% of my earnings, so I do charge a bit more to book through Rover vs my personal one of KolorfulK9 )
Reviews
Rini did an amazing job with my senior, blind and diabetic toy poodle. I felt very comfortable having Rini stay in my house with my dog one weekend while I traveled. Rini was very thorough in preparing for her visit and worked very well with Pippa.
Rini has been watching my dogs and cats when I go out of town for the weekend and vacations for the past 3 years. Being a Veterinarian, I have many pets! All of my dogs are Geriatric and are on several medications daily. Rini is very conscientious and pays meticulous attention to their feeding and medication instructions. When I got hit head on by a DUI driver in 2001, Rini was quick to jump in and get my gang to the Kennel that she manages and took meticulous care of the old ones for the 6 weeks that I was hospitalized. Rini has tremendous knowledge of how to care for animals and never hesitates to text of call with any and all concerns and if needed will get my kids to the Veterinarian if needed. I highly recommend Rini for all you pet care! Patricia L. Meiser, DVM
My dog LOVES his Auntie Rini! I never have to worry about anything when she's around. It's important to me that the person I entrust my dog to is not only a dog lover, but EDUCATED in dog health, behavior and wellbeing. Rini is all that and more and I highly recommend her services to everyone I know with pets.
I have personally known and worked with Rini for years and there is no one on this planet I would trust with my fur baby than her. She is one of the sweetest, kindest, and wonderful dog and kitty momma I have ever known. On the professional side, her work ethic is hard to find these days. She will go above and beyond to ensure the safety and security of any animal entrusted to her care. She has years of experience working with and training dogs, and she especially knows how to care for the geriatric fur babies. She is one of the few Certified Professional Animal Care Provider certificate holders in the state. Rini will not let you down!
About Rini F.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Next, Rover asks me how I care for pets in my home. My home schedule: I am a homebody, so whenever I am not at work, you can usually find me at home relaxing with my dogs in our 'dog' room, watching Netflix, reading a book, or playing some video games on my computer. Your pup would be right there along with us, relaxing and getting all kinds of love. I am a traveling dog photographer, and if I'm home I rarely leave as I travel enough when working haha! I offer overnight stays in my home specifically for: Elderly pups and pups of all ages with special needs (Under 40lbs) who would not do well in a boarding facility. Your pups would be the center of attention in the house while they were here. We do have cats in the house, so please let us know if your pup has any issues with smaller animals. If so, we can still accommodate them, we would just have them in our dog-only area! I have a 'dog room' at home with a couch for relaxing and reading or gaming/watching Disney+ on our large screen TV, an echo dot that will play calming classical music while I am out of the room, and a padded floor with lots of rugs around for the older pups. When we aren't hanging out in that room, our house has hardwood floors with many rugs to keep paws stable, and tons of dog beds(of all sizes) scattered around for comfort. For potty times, I have a spacious fenced-in yard with plenty of shade! Meal times are at your pet's schedule! I make sure to follow any feeding and medication schedules you provide. My husband works from home, so if I am delayed due to traffic from an errand or such, he can let the pups out to potty or give time-sensitive medications/feedings. Pups are crated or placed in a separate room for Meal times and during Potty rotations to ensure no one gets too rowdy and no one becomes aggressive over their food. Please feel free to reach out with any specific questions about our day-to-day! I am happy to answer any inquiries.
Home
Information Rini F. would like to know about your pet
Please know that I do require a meet and greet for all clients. Typically, this is about a 30-minute appointment to ensure that the pup gets familiar with me prior to coming to my home for a stay. Important items to make me aware of are any allergies, medical conditions, or behavioral concerns. Ie: Needs Seizure medication, or may bite when startled from sleeping. I specialize in elderly and geriatric pets, so knowing as many details as possible helps me prepare! I do require that all dogs I handle are up to date on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, and Bordetella vaccinations. I also recommend the Canine Influenza Vaccine, but it is not required. Please have a copy available for viewing during your first meet-and-greet visit. If your pup is not up to date, I will not be able to offer my services.
A typical day
As I focus on geriatric care and special needs pets, I do not do many activities that would require a lot of physical strength. If your pet is still fairly mobile, I do have a large fenced-in area for them to roam and sniff! I also offer Lick-Mats, Kongs, Toppls, and other items for mental enrichment at no charge. These do need to be scheduled in advance to ensure there are no allergens. We have a lot of cuddle time and lots of love during the day. Your pup will sleep in our bedroom on one of our many dog beds in the room. If your pet does better in a crate during the night, we also have many of those available as needed.
Rini F.
Pamplin, VA