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Shawna R.

Oak Lawn, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
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I literally have a paw tattoo.

Pet care experience

I love animals. I only sit for rescue pets. I have been a volunteer for rescues for more than a decade and most recently with Humane Society of North Texas, Rockwell Friends, Austin Animal Center and Austin Pets Alive. I have trained service animals for people with epilepsy and food allergies. I also am a certified animal behaviorist. Typically, I remember people’s cat’s and pup’s name long before their human’s. I really do go to parties and talk to the “cat and dog of the house”. I’ve never met a cat or dog who didn’t like me but then I always carry primo treats ;) I have lived in three different countries and two continents. I’m forever optimistic thanks to my rescue cats and pups :) All my pets are super chill and have me well trained :) They really have taught me well :) I have a cat who prefers dogs, a cat who is sure he is a dog and insists on going on walks. I have a senior, little Pomeranian mix. I adopted him when he was young and he is just perfect (I can take zero credit). I also have giant cuddle bugs. Confident, calm and caring. These pups are helping other rescues find their courage. We go to dog parks (yes, the cat, too :) a lot, of adoption events, dog-friendly cafes, watch Netflix under the covers and hang out in my fenced yard! I’d love to meet your furry family member ! :) I am happy to meet and pick up/drop off at no charge in Uptown Dallas. Your pet would be staying in Palmer, Texas at my home with a fenced yard where I will be home and with your pet all day :) You are more than welcome to come and see my home for yourself and tour where your fur baby will be vacationing.

Reviews

Lora B.
House Sitting • Jun 18, 2018
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LOVE Shawna! She's not only a really kind person - she's wonderful with dogs & cats. She texted me updates and pictures while I was on vacation and it was so nice to know that my dog and cats were well taken care of. I highly recommend Shawna.

Soojee C.
Doggy Day Care • May 21, 2018
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Had a great experience having Shawna as Abe’s sitter this weekend. Shawna definitely makes sure your pup has a great time with her and her dogs/cats! Unfortunately, Abe came home with an upset tummy after his stay, but Shawna was very helpful and communicative when I asked her if there was anything that happened that day that could have caused it. (It was probably due to some treats that didn’t sit well in his stomach.) She was also very accommodating in that she offered to watch Abe the Monday afterward. Highly recommend Shawna! Very nice and will love on your pup!

Katarina D.
Dog Boarding • Apr 25, 2018
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I was very happy to have our kitty Crayon stay with Shawna for a week. She did everything to help him have a positive experience - as it was his first time out of home, meeting other cats and dogs :) She is very friendly, flexible, communicative and amazing person :)

Chelsea M.
House Sitting • Mar 23, 2018
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Super nice! And was able to help out last minute. Kept me updated with the pups and sent pictures. My dogs aren't the best behaved but she did well with them!

About Shawna R.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
75% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Shawna R. would like to know about your pet

I don’t discriminate. I love all breeds :) When it comes to hanging out at my home, it’s important I have vet records and your pet is up-to-date on vaccinations and on a monthly flea and heart worm preventative treatment. Thanks!

A typical day

Dog park Play Dates with other pups Car ride to Starbucks! I have cat trees, tent, toys, canopy and tunnels! :) I will be sure to ask what is and what is not acceptable for you and your fur kiddo first :) Some general stuff.... The amount of time covered by the sitter’s rate depends on the service being offered: Dog Boarding and House Sitting are both per night, up to 24 hours. Dog Walking is per 30-minute walk. Drop-In Visits are per 30-minute visit. Doggy Day Care is per day, dropping off around 7-9am and picking up around 4-6pm.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Shawna can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

About Shawna R.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
75% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Shawna R. would like to know about your pet

I don’t discriminate. I love all breeds :) When it comes to hanging out at my home, it’s important I have vet records and your pet is up-to-date on vaccinations and on a monthly flea and heart worm preventative treatment. Thanks!

A typical day

Dog park Play Dates with other pups Car ride to Starbucks! I have cat trees, tent, toys, canopy and tunnels! :) I will be sure to ask what is and what is not acceptable for you and your fur kiddo first :) Some general stuff.... The amount of time covered by the sitter’s rate depends on the service being offered: Dog Boarding and House Sitting are both per night, up to 24 hours. Dog Walking is per 30-minute walk. Drop-In Visits are per 30-minute visit. Doggy Day Care is per day, dropping off around 7-9am and picking up around 4-6pm.

Location

Dallas, TX

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Shawna R.

Oak Lawn, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews