Talon S.
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
Services
Prices include all fees.
Talon can care for
Availability
I prefer volunteer work and odd jobs to traditional employment, so my schedule varies greatly depending on demand. I might take a job tending to someone’s yard or garden, feeding and playing with their pets, or cleaning their home, so I am typically able to fit a visit in about every 4-6 hours. I prefer to hit the gym Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, and I walk my dog a minimum of twice a day, morning and night, which I will need to attend to if my roommate is unavailable. Otherwise I am available for visits, dog walks and house sitting any time or day of the week!
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About Talon S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to give time and attention to the animals I care for, more than just a quick visit, so I can come to know them. Plenty of care, play and exercise is my goal for walks and play dates.
Information Talon S. would like to know about your pet
Please be ready to demonstrate your own style of handling and what commands you use to communicate with your dog. I‘d like to know their typical diet and how they behave around other dogs or cats.
A typical day
I interact with pets on a case-by-case basis. High energy dogs receive lots of playtime and an extended walk in a big park like Palmer Park where they can be properly exercised, while medium and low-energy dogs receive a bit less exercise and more interactive playtime. We‘ll play fetch and practice the tricks they know.
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Pets
Casual Cowboy and Dog Lover
Pet care experience
I’ve been around dogs for as long as I can remember, but my experience really began when we moved to Colorado back in 2009. On a small plot of 5 acres my family kept dogs and horses, and as early as the age of 14 I was bucking hay not only for our animals, but for neighbors and family friends as well. I’ve taken care of not only dogs and horses, but for cats, chickens, ducks, goats and even alpacas! I have a soft spot for what some would consider „problem“ animals. As many pets as I have cared for I have yet to pick out one myself- they seem to find me. My current companion has a distant history of aggression and has bit me more than once in the past, but every day he makes me proud and proves to me that he was worth the patience. He hasn’t had an incident in over 4 years now! As a high-energy Husky breed he has pushed me to become more athletic to properly exercise him, and to invest time into learning how to communicate with dogs. Of the six queues dogs use to communicate (verbal, somatic, motion, location, eye contact and posture) his strongest is eye contact. In a game of charades, once he breaks eye contact I know I‘ve hit the mark, and he responds well on our walks to a tall, proud posture, tending to mimic with a cute little prance. I love my boy <3
Reviews
Talon was so great with my two pups and attentive to their needs. Actually asked questions and spent time with them during the meet and greet, and provided updates while I was away.
Talon has pet sat for my dog and cats, and I highly recommend him. He has a gentle, intuitive way of interacting with animals and they clearly feel comfortable with him. He is reliable, trustworthy, and attentive to their specific needs. I also really appreciate his communication. He sends regular updates and lots of photos, which gives me great peace of mind while I am away. I would absolutely trust him again with my pets.
Talon has a long history of caring for horses and dogs. He has demonstrated a great deal of empathy for the needs and care of animals. He is definitely a top-notch pick for the care of your animals.
About Talon S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to give time and attention to the animals I care for, more than just a quick visit, so I can come to know them. Plenty of care, play and exercise is my goal for walks and play dates.
Information Talon S. would like to know about your pet
Please be ready to demonstrate your own style of handling and what commands you use to communicate with your dog. I‘d like to know their typical diet and how they behave around other dogs or cats.
A typical day
I interact with pets on a case-by-case basis. High energy dogs receive lots of playtime and an extended walk in a big park like Palmer Park where they can be properly exercised, while medium and low-energy dogs receive a bit less exercise and more interactive playtime. We‘ll play fetch and practice the tricks they know.
Talon S.
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO