Susan F.
Rumford, RI
Susan F. has Star Sitter status
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Home full time & love to hike!
Pet care experience
I'm 49 years old, married with 18 year old twin girls (all 4 of us are huge dog lovers!). I'm from Rhode Island. I was a hairdresser for about 25 years, but became allergic to the chemicals. Since I have always loved and owned dogs, and love to hike, caring for dogs with Rover is a perfect job for me! I've been sitting for dogs/pets for the past 15 years. My schedule is very flexible as I'm home full time. I'm also comfortable administering medication if need be as I've had to do so for my own dogs in the past and for dogs that I've cared for. In all of my years of being a dog owner, I've learned so much through dog trainers and classes and just living with both small and large dogs of different breeds. My husband, Chris, who dogs and children seem to flock to, also helps with caring for the dogs that stay with us. We're a great team, and it works out very well. Between the two of us, your dog will never be alone for long during their stay as there's at least one of us around most of the time. We also have a lot of experience with dogs that have separation anxiety as our previous dog had severe separation anxiety. We have no pets of our own right now. Unfortunately, my beloved dog, Ziggy, passed away a few years ago at age 16. Having dogs to care for is a welcome opportunity and we treat every single one of them as our own! I truly look forward to meeting and caring for your pets! I currently work part-time out of my home so I am home for most of the day. I take the dogs that we are boarding out for walks around the neighborhood three to four times a day. And at least once a day, I take them on a little adventure to hike the trails at many of our beautiful local parks. We only board one dog or one family of dogs at a time and up to 3 dogs per family. You are welcome to bring a crate if your dog needs it or just feels more comfortable having it. Otherwise the dogs that we board are welcome to cuddle with us on the furniture and have full reign of the house. For puppies or dogs that are still in training, we have gates to block off smaller areas of our house if necessary. We also have a good sized and fully fenced-in backyard. All dogs are always supervised when using our backyard. They are never left alone outside.
Reviews
I am never worried when Titan is with Susan! She is the best!!!
I can't express how fantastic Susan and her husband Chris are. From the first meet and greet through the entirety of my dog's visit I was sent consistent updates and loads of pictures and videos. He was incredibly well cared for and went on multiple daily walks/hikes which for sure helps to process his high puppy energy. I highly recommend bringing your pup to Susan, she is wonderful.
Susan took good care of our dog. She sent us lots of photos of our fur baby and frequently gave us updates. She was a pleasure to work with.
We would like to thank Susan for the wonderful treatment of our boy Oscar. Susan truly treats her Rover babies as if they were her own. She provided him with plenty of fun new adventures and sites to see and also plenty of cuddles. Highly recommended!
About Susan F.
Communication
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Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced in yard. However, I will always be with them outside as I never leave dogs alone in the backyard. someone will always be with them outside. I also take them for walks multiple times a day as I find it’s great for both of us!
Home
Information Susan F. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know about the dogs habits and anything the owner wants me to know about their dog. I keep a file filled with notes from messages from the owner, the meet and greet, and previous stays for each dog that will be staying with us. Every dog has different needs and I like having something to refer back to during their stay.
A typical day
I usually take 3-4 walks per day. And at least once a day(if it's ok with the owner) I usually take them to one of the many beautiful places near me, like along the bike path or to the Turner Reservoir. If you check out my photos, you'll see pictures of some of the places I've taken the dogs that are in my care. I'll also enjoy playing with your dog in my fenced in backyard in between walks..
Services
Susan can host
Susan can watch in your home
Availability
I'm home full time and your pet(s) are my main priority. The only other job that I have is seasonal as I referee soccer part time. I only do that on weekends or in the evenings in the fall. And my husband is usually home with the dogs if I'm not.
About Susan F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced in yard. However, I will always be with them outside as I never leave dogs alone in the backyard. someone will always be with them outside. I also take them for walks multiple times a day as I find it’s great for both of us!
Home
Information Susan F. would like to know about your pet
I'd like to know about the dogs habits and anything the owner wants me to know about their dog. I keep a file filled with notes from messages from the owner, the meet and greet, and previous stays for each dog that will be staying with us. Every dog has different needs and I like having something to refer back to during their stay.
A typical day
I usually take 3-4 walks per day. And at least once a day(if it's ok with the owner) I usually take them to one of the many beautiful places near me, like along the bike path or to the Turner Reservoir. If you check out my photos, you'll see pictures of some of the places I've taken the dogs that are in my care. I'll also enjoy playing with your dog in my fenced in backyard in between walks..
Location
Rumford, RI
Susan F.
Rumford, RI