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Toni D.

Reading, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Responsible Animal Lover!

Pet care experience

Hi, I am a mature, quiet, easy going single woman who loves animals. I am 70 years old, I’ve owned horses for 37 years and I grew up with dogs since childhood and have owned dogs in my adult life as well. I have done pet/house sitting for many years and have had no problems with anyone in my care. I have given shots to a diabetic dog, meds in a dropper to a cat and pills down the throat of many a dog and cat. I have an easy going approach and there isn't too much that ruffles my feathers. Dogs always like to sit on the couch with me to watch TV at night...LOL. I have 37yrs experience with horses and taking care of them and their barns. I’ve also helped my dog groomer friend by bathing, drying and clipping the hair inside their paws. If you have any questions or need additional info, feel free to ask. Why I love pet sitting/walking I was raised with dogs, had them after I got married, then got a corgi after my divorce. While married, I confiscated the family dog because I did not feel he was getting enough attention at my family's home. I did some Flyball and agility with my corgi, Geraldine who passed in 2013 at the age of 15. Walking a dog gets us both out and about and it also tells me a lot about the behavior of the dog, their reactions to people and other dogs as well as strange noises. I love their personalities and their antics and watching them play with other dogs. The same applies to horses. Being around them helps me get to know them and their personalities and eating habits

Reviews

Cathy S.
House Sitting • Apr 01, 2024
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Second time Toni sitting for our girl Bowa and it won’t be the last. She is excellent, sends lots of communications and pictures. Very responsible and personable

Cathy S.
House Sitting • Mar 12, 2024
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First time with Toni watching our dog Bowa in our home. She was absolutely amazing! Very professional and friendly, she communicated as soon as she arrived and sent photos of our girl while we were away. Highly recommend Toni, a 5+ Rover.

Kathleen S.
House Sitting • Feb 13, 2024
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Toni did a great job with our dog!

Jenn H.
House Sitting • Feb 01, 2024
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Thank you Aunt Toni for taking such great care of Baby Paprika again!

About Toni D.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do not have a fenced in yard so walking your dog is best or taking them to a dog park. I’d care for them like they were my own. I would also stay at your home if needed so that your pet can stay in a familiar environment. If you have horses, I could stay at your home as well and take care of them as well as taking care of your barn and stalls.

Information Toni D. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know about their personalities, how much training they've had, whether or not they bite, their eating and bathroom habits. No breed preference. I must ask everyone to please make sure your fur babies are currently on a preventative for fleas as I am very allergic to flea bites. I would greatly appreciate it.

A typical day

Mostly walking them since I live within the city limits of Reading. I’d also take them to a dog park once I get to know how they interact with other dogs. As for horses, obviously I would not ride or lunge them unless given permission by the owner and after a waiver is signed. If riding, I always keep safety in mind and wear a helmet.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk

Toni can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I’m currently retired so I’ll have plenty of time to play/walk and work with your dogs, play with your kitties and spend time with your horses.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 4 days ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Toni D.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do not have a fenced in yard so walking your dog is best or taking them to a dog park. I’d care for them like they were my own. I would also stay at your home if needed so that your pet can stay in a familiar environment. If you have horses, I could stay at your home as well and take care of them as well as taking care of your barn and stalls.

Information Toni D. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know about their personalities, how much training they've had, whether or not they bite, their eating and bathroom habits. No breed preference. I must ask everyone to please make sure your fur babies are currently on a preventative for fleas as I am very allergic to flea bites. I would greatly appreciate it.

A typical day

Mostly walking them since I live within the city limits of Reading. I’d also take them to a dog park once I get to know how they interact with other dogs. As for horses, obviously I would not ride or lunge them unless given permission by the owner and after a waiver is signed. If riding, I always keep safety in mind and wear a helmet.

Location

Reading, PA

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Toni D.

Reading, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews