Tavia B.
Durham, NC
Warm and Caring Dog Enthusiast
Pet care experience
I am a freelance consultant that LOVES animals, but I currently don't have the lifestyle to sustain them, so I would LOVE to give all my care and attention to your furry friend. I have lived with and taken care of dogs from age 7 to 15, and have been dog, cat and house sitting since 2012. I have hosted both small and large dogs, and have cared for 2-3 dogs at a time, so understand how to handle dogs in groups. I also love cats and have dog and cat sit for families, especially during the vacation season in the summer. I am used to crate training, as well as having your dog run free. I LOVE animals, and will do all I can to make sure your furry one is safe, taken care of, and loved. I am also very communicative and don't mind sending text or picture updates, and letting you know how your pet is doing. I'm also tied to a lovely network of other nonprofit professionals with dogs, so your dog can have a social life as well! I'm very good with animals, and intuitive, and know how to make them feel comfortable, but also hold firm to any rules and guidelines of care that you have set in place. At the end of the day, I want your pet to feel as safe, loved, and cared for as you make them feel.
Reviews
Tavia is simply wonderful. She took excellent care of our dogs and home while we were away for 10 days. She is courteous, responsive and seems to truly care about what she’s doing. We will certainly have her dog and house sit for us again!
Tavia was wonderful with our animals. It was a relaxing trip knowing she was taking such good care of 2 cats and 2 dogs. We can’t wait to use her again!
Tavia was fantastic with our pets and watching our house. She was super communicative and sent the best photos to know how everyone was doing. I felt safe knowing she was at our home with our pets!
Tavia was fantastic. She took really great care of both of our dogs while we were out of town, especially our older one who is relatively high-maintenance due to her age and mast cell tumors. She is very diligent and responsible, and she provided frequent updates to let us know how things were going. We highly recommend Tavia!
About Tavia B.
Communication
Skills
Information Tavia B. would like to know about your pet
How your dog fares around people and other dogs, what activities do they like, do you allow them on the furniture, what types of food and treats you allow them to have, do they enjoy cuddling and petting or are they touch averse, where they a rescue and have special histories with humans or other animals that I should be aware of, as well as emergency numbers for vets in case something happens!
A typical day
Walking and being outside are my favorite activities! I enjoy hiking and farming/gardening, and love to do that with dogs! I also have a car, if your dog travels well, and access to spaces they can run free.
Services
Tavia can watch in your home
About Tavia B.
Communication
Skills
Information Tavia B. would like to know about your pet
How your dog fares around people and other dogs, what activities do they like, do you allow them on the furniture, what types of food and treats you allow them to have, do they enjoy cuddling and petting or are they touch averse, where they a rescue and have special histories with humans or other animals that I should be aware of, as well as emergency numbers for vets in case something happens!
A typical day
Walking and being outside are my favorite activities! I enjoy hiking and farming/gardening, and love to do that with dogs! I also have a car, if your dog travels well, and access to spaces they can run free.
Location
Durham, NC
Pets
Tavia B.
Durham, NC