Susan G.
Susan G.
Contact for Boarding
from $35 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
1 Acre Fenced Yard - Home all day
I specialize in accepting only one client's dogs at a time so that your pets get maximum attention. I will occassionally make exceptions if I feel like the two sets of dogs are a good match. If you want your dog to positively be the only one boarded, then let me know and I will honor the request. I homeschool 3 girls who love to help spoil any and all pets. Being home all day, every day with rare exception gives your dogs the best possible vacation, as we will lavish attention on them all day long. Give me your pet's schedule and desires, and I will adhere to them, whether it be sleeping with me or the girls, hand feeding him, you name it! I'm looking forward to making another best fur friend! ATTN: I do not take any dogs in the top 10 aggression list, including mixes of those dogs. Thank you for your understanding.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Susan and her family are simply the best. They provided excellent care for our dogs. We have tried all the other 5 star options and have always been disappointed with the result. Our dogs looked better after staying with Susan than they did when we dropped them off. Susan’s communication is also second to none. She will keep you updated daily with photos and videos. We can finally say that we have found a safe, reliable and loving option for boarding our dogs. We cannot thank Susan and her family enough for taking such great care of our dogs. She will always be our go to from now on.
Maisy loves them all like family - she is happy to go and happy when she’s picked up - I can’t ask for a better fit for our family.
Susan and her daughters were absolutely amazing with our girl. We hired them to care for our dog for two weeks, and they exceeded our expectations by far. From the very beginning, they treated our dog like she was part of their own family. We received daily updates with the sweetest pictures and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. Our girl is extremely energetic, and the girls matched her energy perfectly. On sunny days, they ran around the yard and played with her until she was happy and tired. What touched us the most was how much thought and love they put into caring for her. She is very afraid of thunder, and whenever there were rainy or stormy days, the girls played guitar and piano and sang to her to help calm her down. They even made a special song just for her! That level of care and attention is something we never expected from a pet sitter. Before finding Susan and her daughters, we honestly believed that no one could love and care for our dog as well as we do. They proved us wrong. They went far beyond simply taking care of her basic needs—they gave her so much love, attention, companionship, and comfort. They truly treated her as a member of their family. Being able to take a vacation without constantly worrying about our girl meant so much to us. We have unfortunately lost two dogs while vacationing in the past, so trusting someone with our girl is not something we take lightly. With Susan and her girls, we felt completely comfortable and at peace. We trust them, and most importantly, our girl trusts them. We are incredibly grateful to have found Susan and her daughters. They are truly special people, and we could not recommend them more highly. ❤️
I can't say enough good things about Susan. The dogs loved playing with her and her family so much, they didn't even want to come home!! In short, we'll be using Susan again for dog sitting whenever we have need. Thanks again Susan!
Susan and her family are amazing, as usual!
Raven is very shy and they do a magnificent job with her. Especially her youngest daughter Catherine. Raven even sleeps with her at night. I used them every summer.
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Schedule
I am a stay-at-home, homeschooling mom who owns a toy poodle and cats both inside and outside. Pets are my life, and I'm here all day, every day to care for your pets' needs. We arise early and go to bed late, putting each dog's needs as our priority, and loving them as our own.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I own 2 acres, with a large, secure, shaded back yard complete with 6 foot privacy fence. Outside play with the family happens several times a day. I take videos and pictures and send updates every night. All of my doors are kept locked day and night. The front door has a secure dog fence around it in order to prevent escapes. Cabinets with any chemicals are secured. Dogs are kept with us in whatever rooms we are in, just being a part of the family. We love to spoil them.
Pets
A typical day
I will follow your pet's schedule. Just communicate their typical day, and I will accommodate my actions to to their needs. Walks can be on lead around my large fenced perimeter or I can let them out regularly to run and play. If your pet enjoys playing fetch or practicing tricks, show me and I will have a daily practice time. Communication of needs is the key to the happiest stay. On a typical day here, we will have your dog amongst family members at all times. During school, they love to be next to one of our doting children. Then there is P.E. time where we actively play outside or inside for three separate 15 minute sessions: fetch, ball, frisbee, running, swinging, walking, leash training, you name it! Evening times often find the whole family with the pets in the living room either watching a movie or playing a game together. Bedtime is wherever your dog normally sleeps: in a crate, in the bed with us, or on a bed on the floor. It's your choice. Regardless of the time of day, your dog will be receiving attention of some sort.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeSusan can host up to 3 pets per night
- Please answer the following before drop-off: Aggression issues with people, pets, or situations? I have children (13-17), visiting grandchildren (1 to 13) and small pets, and therefore can only take pets that are not prone to aggression. I refuse any pets that are in the top 10 aggression breeds. What is your pet's feeding schedule? Is it feeding at will? Or a set amount at certain times of the day? How does your pet typically spend the night? Can he go the whole night without pottying? Any medications or allergies? What else does he need in his daily schedule to be happy? What commands does your dog know? I love having practice sessions. Is your dog an escape artist? or digger? or climber? Are they up-to-date on flea and tick medication and vaccines? Does your dog get anxious about thunder, fireworks, or any other thing? Please bring your pet's food, and bring his crate IF it is something he uses. Also bring anything that would make your pet feel at home, such as toys or treats. Thank you for helping me to make your pet at home in my home.