Stephanie H.
Stephanie H.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Cozy Home with Wagging Tails
I bring a mix of experience, availability, and genuine love for dogs that helps pets feel at home right away. I work part of the work week from home, which means I’m around often to give dogs attention, supervision, and companionship throughout the day. I also have friendly resident dogs who love having new playmates, so visiting pups get built‑in social time in a safe, positive environment. In addition to caring for my own dogs, I’ve fostered for the humane society, which has given me hands‑on experience with dogs of all personalities, backgrounds, and needs. I’m patient, attentive, and comfortable helping dogs settle in, whether they’re confident, shy, or somewhere in between. Overall, I treat every dog like part of the family, and I work hard to make sure their stay is fun, safe, and stress‑free.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Great experience taking Benji there, she was flexible and accommodating to our needs. Benji enjoyed the morning there and we definitely recommend for anyone in the BV area!
Here’s a shorter version you can use: ⸻ Stephanie was amazing! She watched my dog Leia for the day and was very attentive with great communication throughout. Leia had a great time playing with Scooby and Millie and came home happy and tired. I would definitely use her again and highly recommend her!
Stephanie did a great job looking after my elderly cat! Loved the photos and updates. Highly recommend!
I met Stephanie at work for the local Fire Department. Stephanie and I immediately bonded over our love for our dogs. My dog at the time (Dixie- my first personal dog) was in coming to her end of life, and when she passed Stephanie was so kind and supportive throughout the entire process… Not only was Stephanie kind and supportive in the passing of my pup, but Stephanie also began fostering a mama & her litter of puppies for the humane society, shortly after Dixie’s passing… When the puppies were a week away from being put up for adoption, Stephanie reached out to me and asked if I wanted to come see them before they were taken back to the shelter. I agreed immediately, coming over to her home later that day. Within 5 minutes of sitting with the puppies I met Minerva (renamed: Fable after adopting her) & fell in love. A week and a half later, I picked Fable up from the shelter. This was hardly the end of fable & I’s friendship with Stephanie, however, because Stephanie kindly offered to let Fable come over 2-3 times per week to play with her two dogs; Scooby & Millie, which she still does today to Fables elation. Stephanie is such a wonderful, generous & kind person who has such a profound love and care for animals of all kind, but especially dogs.
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Schedule
Pet care fits really naturally into my week. I work as an IT technician, part of my work is from home and part of it is in the field. I’m around a lot during the day for walks, playtime, and just hanging out with the dogs. When I’m home, they get plenty of attention and company. On the days I’m out in the field, I plan my schedule so dogs still get their normal routine and aren’t left waiting too long. I’m used to juggling a flexible work schedule, so making time for pets is something I do without even thinking about it. Dogs are already part of my everyday life, and caring for them just fits right in.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
At my home, I try to make things feel as relaxed and comfortable as possible. Dogs get plenty of attention, playtime with my own pups, and a safe space to settle in. I keep a pretty steady routine—walks, potty breaks, feeding times—so they know what to expect. I’m around a lot on the days I work from home, so they’re not left alone for long stretches. When I’m caring for pets in a client’s home, I do my best to stick to whatever routine their dog is already used to. I follow feeding instructions, walk schedules, and any house rules they have. I make sure the dog gets attention, exercise, and company, but I also respect the client’s space and keep everything clean and tidy. My goal is always to keep pets comfortable and stress‑free, whether they’re with me or I’m visiting them.
