Victoria M.
Columbia, MO
Responsible, kind teacher.
Pet care experience
I'm a teacher who is home on school breaks and weekends and ready to spend time and energy with your pet. I have a lovely shady fenced backyard for outside play time. My backyard is accessable by a dog door and many dogs learn to use it! I keep the number of dogs low, so your dog or dogs will not be stressed by multiple unknown dogs, and will get plenty of attention. Also, I will do my best to ensure that dogs are compatible. Our goal is to provide a home away from home, not a kennel experience. I have a medium dog myself, and we walk every day. My 14 yr old son will play with active animals, as will I. We are a fun family. I keep plenty of toys and kongs available. I provide photo updates of your pet and contact texts with updates. Caring for your pet is a precious task, and I take animal well being very seriously. Each pet has individual needs, an we try to provide some basic training, or brush outs, medicine, quiet time, or extra playtime based on your pet's personal needs While with us your dog is a loved family pet the same as at home and all pets get affection, cuddles and love. I schedule pups on weekends and holidays because as a teacher, this is when I can devote my time to properly care for your dog. I am home full time for pet sitting during the summer and on holidays like Memorial day, Fourth of July, and other paid vacations. Occasionally, I will takes dogs during the week, if you are a prior client, your dog is comfortable and familiar in my home, not showing anxiety, and you realize I am working from 7am - 3pm. I have a shady, fenced yard and we play fetch and tug of war in the backyard every day. In the summer we put out a small wading pool. The yard is available via dog door. I monitor dogs closely and if your dog is a flight risk because they dig or jump 6ft fences I need to know so I can close the dog door up. I also have a downstairs play area that we use during, rainy, cold, or super hot weather. I am careful about giving medication, and correct feedings. I do walk dogs around the neighborhood, often two at a time.
Reviews
Cash was well taken care of and loved on while I was away! Multiple pictures were sent throughout his time at Victoria’s. Thank you!
Victoria provided warm, safe & attentive care for our Blue Healer, with great communication.
Victoria was able to accommodate a very last minute booking (for our two boys) which was a wonderful! The pictures and updates during our trip were very nice and comforting for us to see that our boys acclimated well and were enjoying their stay playing with new friends, all while having the comfort of home with Victoria! Our two dogs came home happy, tired and didn’t seem stressed as they have in the past coming home from other boarding situations. We will definitely book with Victoria for future trips and would recommend her to friends and family!
Victoria is so sweet to let my elderly and anxious labrador, Marley, be right beside her at all times while Marley is staying there.
About Victoria M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a dog friendly home with secure fenced yard. I have a gated area downstairs so if I go to the door, I can ensure your dog is safe downstairs.
Home
Information Victoria M. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the dogs age, temperament, activity level, and feeding schedule. Also any special needs for medical care, behaviors, or preferences. Also is your dog up to date on shots and heartworm prevention? Please make sure that your pet is up to date on flea and tick preventative.
A typical day
Walking is important to dogs and we walk around the neighborhood for 1 mile. I will also take dogs to the neighborhood field/park on extension leashes for a more unstructured walk time. They love investigating mole hills and new smells. Play in the yard involves fetching balls and tug of war. In the summer, we put out a wading pool.
Services
Victoria can host
Availability
Dog care is my first priority and I follow the owner’s schedule and instructions. We rise early and do breakfast and outside time and usually do dinner and walks in the evening.
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About Victoria M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a dog friendly home with secure fenced yard. I have a gated area downstairs so if I go to the door, I can ensure your dog is safe downstairs.
Home
Information Victoria M. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know the dogs age, temperament, activity level, and feeding schedule. Also any special needs for medical care, behaviors, or preferences. Also is your dog up to date on shots and heartworm prevention? Please make sure that your pet is up to date on flea and tick preventative.
A typical day
Walking is important to dogs and we walk around the neighborhood for 1 mile. I will also take dogs to the neighborhood field/park on extension leashes for a more unstructured walk time. They love investigating mole hills and new smells. Play in the yard involves fetching balls and tug of war. In the summer, we put out a wading pool.
Location
Columbia, MO
Pets
Victoria M.
Columbia, MO