Sheila C.
Ottawa, KS
Animal lover -Access to family farm
Pet care experience
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CANCELLATION POLICY PRIOR TO BOOKING! ***Also, please note, that unless specifically asked not to by the owner, photos and the name of your pet may be used in promotional activities - sharing to Facebook/Instagram. Private details such as the owners' names, address, location, etc will be strictly held in confidence.*** Howdy! My name is Sheila! While I live inside the city limits of Ottawa and I do NOT have a fenced in backyard, my family has a small farm in Franklin County, KS (20 acres) that can be used to take doggies out for a run. I LOVE animals and have a huge heart for critters of all sizes. I have cared for dogs, cats, farm animals (cattle, pigs, horses, donkeys, chickens/fowl, etc) since I was a little kid. Very rarely could I be found without some kind of critter tucked under my arm (pet chicken named, Elvis!), and carrying on conversations , playing tag, veterinary, etc with my lucky friend of the moment. :) I absolutely adore dogs and cats, and believe them to be members of my family. My last doggie, a female basset hound, Sammie, found her divine purpose in making sure the couch didn't float away! She crossed the rainbow bridge several months ago after living to age 12, but she will remain in my heart forever. I also have 3 kitties, who I adore: Oliver, Remi, and Finneus. It has been often said that cats have you and you don't have cats. That's so true! I am a SERVANT to 3 cats. :D You will love the personal attention that your furbaby will receive. I treat each animal as if they were my own - even sleeping next to them on a couch or bed. Wherever I am, they are also allowed. I have a keen sense of animal well being, having had dogs and cats my entire life. I have extensive experience caring for animals with special needs (diabetes, paralysis, cancer, senior animals, special dietary/medicinal needs, sick/injured/rehabilitating, etc). As well, I have several friends that are very connected to veterinary sources that offer help and advice when needed. Being a full time student at home all day, I have a wide open schedule to devote to caring for your animals. In this way, we are helping each other out - you are providing me company (giving me my doggie "fix") and the ability to share my love for animals, and you are receiving top-notch care, in a homey atmosphere. I'm available anytime! FARM SITTING: Also, farm sitting is available! This includes pet care inside and outside, along with tending to farm animals (feeding, watering, mucking, etc). Rate for farm sitting is $85/day (up to 20 noses; $10 for each additional animal) + 50¢/per mile each way, with option for sitter to stay at owner's home during the booked time. If sitter stays at owner's home, owner is responsible for food and beverage for sitter, or a daily per diem for for expenses, whichever owner prefers. If an animal requires special medical attention (injections, bottle feeding, exercise, etc., an extra fee of $15/day applies. Having lived in a farm over half my life, I have experience with cattle, horses, donkeys, pigs, chickens, ducks, geese, guineas, turkeys and some goats/sheep. I understand and have experience mending fences when needed, feeding with a tractor, an mechanically minded and able to do repairs when needed. I have worked with cattle continually while living on the farm - sorting, loading, doctoring and birthing, as well as bottle feeding. The biggest farm job I've ever tended to was a custom feeding operation with about 150 cows that were fed twice per day - a mix of grains, sileage, and hay (delivered with the tractor), 1 horse, 2 pigs (bring fattened for consumption), 40 chickens, 30 feeder calves, 2 bottle calves, 2 Holstein nurse cows and 1 dog... All on a section of land. Chores were done twice per day.
Reviews
Sheila took excellent care of our dogs, provided great communication, and did exactly what we requested. We would highly recommend her!
Sheila was absolutely amazing. She cared for Koda as if he was her own, and he was in no hurry to leave. The whole time there was great communication and I really appreciated him being the only dog in the home. He got great exercise and attention and love as if part of the family! I’ve never left my dog with a sitter before, and had to schedule on very short notice. I’m so thankful for Sheila and such a wonderful experience!!
Sheila was so sweet to Hershey, and sent us pictures of her while we were out of town! Perhaps the main deciding factor in booking with Sheila was not having to worry about how Hershey would do with other dogs while there, as Sheila only watches pets from one household at a time. We knew she was well taken care of, and enjoyed her time with Sheila. Would definitely choose her again!
Sheila was fabulous for a quick drop-in visit for our two golden retrievers! I contacted her a few hours before the visit and she responded immediately was more than willing to help out. She was on time, very communicative, and even sent pics while she was there. She updated me as she went and gave me a fabulous recap of the visit and reassured me that the house was locked when she left. She loved on the pups and was so kind. She was absolutely amazing, especially last minute having never been to our house before, and we would love to use her again!
About Sheila C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
While I do not have a fenced in yard on my property, I have access to my family's 20 acre farm for exercise and exploration. Additionally, I live within a mile of a fenced, off-leash doggie park so they can run to their heart's content. However, I tend to only visit this location when there are not many, if any, other dogs occupying the space (for safety reasons). When working with a client's furbabies in their home, we treat them as if they are my own. I carefully mind the owner's instructions and preferred schedule. I have several repeat customers. Additionally, any time a client books an in-home boarding service (boarding your pet in my home), those dates are EXCLUSIVELY yours. I will not board pets from two different families together. This ensures the health and safety of everyone involved.
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Information Sheila C. would like to know about your pet
Before agreeing to care for an animal, I must know about aggressive tendencies, any dietary/health complications, preferred activities/limitations, and compatibility with other animals (especially cats and farm animals - tendency to chase/kill smaller animals?). I reserve the right to modify the stay of any dog that displays aggressive tendencies after s/he has been placed in my care, up to and including kenneling at my home, segregation from other animals or transfer to a veterinarian of the owner's choice (at your expense) or transferring care to another Rover sitter (at your expense). This will be at my discretion, depending on the type of aggression displayed. Every available method will be employed to keep your doggie safe and in my care. Additionally, your dog should know how to properly lead on a leash - especially large breed dogs. Dogs that do not will incur a service fee of an additional $10/day because of the added work involved in handling an untrained dog. By clicking BOOK NOW at this site, you are hereby agreeing to these terms in full and release any liability of this sitter. I have a strict cancellation policy. You may cancel your booking no later that 5 days before scheduled services. After that, you will receive only 50% refund up until 24 hours before scheduled services. If you cancel within 24 hours of the scheduled booking, there is no refund, the calendar has been blocked specifically for you. ***Also, please note, that unless specifically asked not to by the owner, photos and the name of your pet may be used in promotional activities - sharing to Facebook/Instagram. Private details such as the owners' names, address, location, etc will be strictly held in confidence.***
A typical day
Not only do I have 20 acres available for exploration on my family's farm just outside the city limits of Ottawa, but there is also a Rail Trail adjacent to our property that literally runs for over 50 miles (it's an old railroad bed that's been converted it the state into a public trail) within a block or so of our front door. Long walks, running unleashed in a nearby dog park, playing fetch with balls/frisbees/toys, lighthearted wrestling complete with a lot of belly rubs and pats on the head...in nice weather, we'll ride to the park with the sunroof open to a local dog park and take in the sights! For water dogs, swimming is available in our pond, with a swift run back to the house to dry off. This will only be allowed for dogs that can be trusted off of their leash - not to chase other animals on the farm. We can rest under a shade tree for a "cat nap" while your fur baby is loved on and cuddled.
Services
Sheila can host
Sheila can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently a full-time student studying online, at home, so I have plenty of time to devote to and love on your precious furbabies.
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About Sheila C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
While I do not have a fenced in yard on my property, I have access to my family's 20 acre farm for exercise and exploration. Additionally, I live within a mile of a fenced, off-leash doggie park so they can run to their heart's content. However, I tend to only visit this location when there are not many, if any, other dogs occupying the space (for safety reasons). When working with a client's furbabies in their home, we treat them as if they are my own. I carefully mind the owner's instructions and preferred schedule. I have several repeat customers. Additionally, any time a client books an in-home boarding service (boarding your pet in my home), those dates are EXCLUSIVELY yours. I will not board pets from two different families together. This ensures the health and safety of everyone involved.
Home
Information Sheila C. would like to know about your pet
Before agreeing to care for an animal, I must know about aggressive tendencies, any dietary/health complications, preferred activities/limitations, and compatibility with other animals (especially cats and farm animals - tendency to chase/kill smaller animals?). I reserve the right to modify the stay of any dog that displays aggressive tendencies after s/he has been placed in my care, up to and including kenneling at my home, segregation from other animals or transfer to a veterinarian of the owner's choice (at your expense) or transferring care to another Rover sitter (at your expense). This will be at my discretion, depending on the type of aggression displayed. Every available method will be employed to keep your doggie safe and in my care. Additionally, your dog should know how to properly lead on a leash - especially large breed dogs. Dogs that do not will incur a service fee of an additional $10/day because of the added work involved in handling an untrained dog. By clicking BOOK NOW at this site, you are hereby agreeing to these terms in full and release any liability of this sitter. I have a strict cancellation policy. You may cancel your booking no later that 5 days before scheduled services. After that, you will receive only 50% refund up until 24 hours before scheduled services. If you cancel within 24 hours of the scheduled booking, there is no refund, the calendar has been blocked specifically for you. ***Also, please note, that unless specifically asked not to by the owner, photos and the name of your pet may be used in promotional activities - sharing to Facebook/Instagram. Private details such as the owners' names, address, location, etc will be strictly held in confidence.***
A typical day
Not only do I have 20 acres available for exploration on my family's farm just outside the city limits of Ottawa, but there is also a Rail Trail adjacent to our property that literally runs for over 50 miles (it's an old railroad bed that's been converted it the state into a public trail) within a block or so of our front door. Long walks, running unleashed in a nearby dog park, playing fetch with balls/frisbees/toys, lighthearted wrestling complete with a lot of belly rubs and pats on the head...in nice weather, we'll ride to the park with the sunroof open to a local dog park and take in the sights! For water dogs, swimming is available in our pond, with a swift run back to the house to dry off. This will only be allowed for dogs that can be trusted off of their leash - not to chase other animals on the farm. We can rest under a shade tree for a "cat nap" while your fur baby is loved on and cuddled.
Location
Ottawa, KS
Pets
Sheila C.
Ottawa, KS