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Terri B.

15 years of experience
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Terri B.

15 years of experience

Contact for Boarding

from $30 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Friendly Pups Welcome Here

I have a loving, dog‑centered home in Jacksonville, FL in the Argyle/Oakleaf area, and I’m excited to welcome friendly pups who enjoy companionship and a peaceful environment. I’ve had indoor dogs my entire life, and today my home is shared with two sweet, social pets—a gentle, spayed female Golden Retriever and a playful, neutered male Goldendoodle—who love making new friends. Because their comfort and safety matter, I only host guest dogs who are well‑socialized and able to get along with others. I don’t crate my own pups, but I’m happy to crate your dog if that’s part of their routine or helps them feel secure. Since I work from home, your pup will enjoy plenty of attention throughout the day, frequent outdoor breaks, daily walks, and all the affection that comes with being treated like part of the family. If your furry family member is friendly and enjoys being part of a pack, they’ll feel right at home here—and I will be the sole caregiver providing their care from start to finish.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care is naturally woven into my daily routine because I work from home and my own two dogs follow a consistent schedule. Mornings start with outdoor time and a walk, and throughout the day I take frequent breaks for potty trips, playtime, and attention. My pups—a spayed Golden Retriever and a neutered Goldendoodle—are part of everything I do, so visiting dogs simply join that steady rhythm. Evenings include another walk, relaxed downtime, and plenty of affection before bed. I don’t crate my own dogs, but I’m happy to crate your pup if that’s part of their normal routine. Caring for dogs isn’t an added task for me—it’s a natural part of how my days are structured, and I will be the one personally caring for your pet from start to finish.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Safety and trust are at the center of how I care for pets, whether they’re staying in my home or I’m following your dog’s routine in their familiar environment. In my home, I maintain a calm, supervised setting with two friendly, well‑mannered dogs—a spayed Golden Retriever and a neutered Goldendoodle—who help create a peaceful atmosphere for visiting pups. I introduce dogs thoughtfully, monitor interactions closely, and only host pets who are friendly and able to get along with others. I don’t crate my own dogs, but I’m happy to crate your pup if that’s part of their routine or helps them feel secure. My home is dog‑safe, with controlled access to the yard, frequent supervised outdoor time, and constant attention since I work from home. When I’m providing care in a client’s home, I follow your instructions carefully and maintain your dog’s normal schedule so they feel safe and supported. No matter the setting, I am the sole caregiver, and my priority is creating a trustworthy, loving environment where every dog feels protected, comfortable, and genuinely cared for.

Pets

A typical day

A typical day includes a morning walk to start everyone off on the right foot, followed by plenty of outdoor time throughout the day. Since I work from home, dogs get frequent potty breaks, fresh air, and attention whenever they want it. It’s an easy, relaxed routine that keeps pups happy and comfortable, and I am the sole caregiver providing that consistent, hands‑on care.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Terri can host up to 2 pets per night
I like to learn a few things ahead of time so I can make sure your pup feels comfortable here and that everyone stays safe. My two dogs love having friends over—they’re friendly, playful, and always happy to share their chew bones and toys—so it’s important that visiting pups are also dog‑friendly and enjoy being around others. I also appreciate knowing whether your dog is house‑trained, if they signal when they need to go out, and what their normal feeding schedule looks like. If your pup takes medication, I’m happy to learn the specifics; I just need to understand how it affects their behavior and whether it could impact my dogs. The more I know upfront, the easier it is to create a safe, relaxed, and happy experience for everyone, and I will be the sole caregiver providing that care from start to finish.
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