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Wendy B.

Buda, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
259 reviews
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Paws Retreat! $20 OFF first stay

Pet care experience

Is this your first time using Rover? Message me to get $20 off your booking. Pro-tip: it also works if you book with other sitters. I live in a house in Sunfield (Buda)! The house has a private fenced large patio for pets. At home I provide cameras SURVEILLANCE 24/7! EXCLUSIVE sitting service, meaning that your family member will be our ONLY GUEST at the time, the exception is when owners request a boarding service for brothers or sisters already living together. Dogs coming from different families don't always get along and it's already stressful enough to change their environment by boarding. By taking 1 pup at a time, all my attention will be on your pet's activities and behavior, also gives me time to walk them, supervise them and give them tons of love; and most important of all, that's how Paws Retreat prevents possible dogfights and/or injuries between my guests and to myself. I offer a HIGH STANDARD and proper care for your pet. They will enjoy every relaxing activity, having them supervised at all times and following every instruction you leave me while you are away, including special food preparation, wet food mix and medications. I encourage you to read my very descriptive reviews, they speak for themselves about the type of work I do. Also you can check the percentage of pictures I will send to you through the stay..Paws Retreat has a HIGH QUALITY CARE for your family member! IMPORTANT: I have been trained to perform dog CPR and First Aid if something ever happens during the stay, and I have experience taking care and administering medication to pets as a volunteer of the Austin Humane Society for a long time. I am available for sitting, boarding and grooming. I have a flexible schedule and I am available during the day, afternoon, night and weekends. I also give oatmeal baths , ear cleansing and nail trim (GROOMING PACKAGE) upon request, usually the owners ask for this package the day they will pick their pets up so they go home all clean and refreshed. When sitting, your pet and I will go for at least 4 potty breaks a day: as soon as they wake up in the morning, at noon after lunch, in the afternoon after a play date and at night before they go to bed (after dinner). I also have a secured LARGE patio in the back where they can hang out, run and play under my supervision. I love going to the dog park, as well as trying new places to entertain your loved one. So, if there is a specific place your pet likes to go I can accommodate. If you have a cat instead of a dog, I haven't forgot about you! I have some clients who asked me to take care of their lovely kittens. They can stay at my house, I'll feed them, clean their litter box, pet them, play with them and make sure they have fresh water available at all times. I can also visit them to their home and spoil them. PICK-UP and DROP-OFF: My schedule is very flexible and I adapt to YOURS. One of the reasons you use this sitting service is because you want to relax during your vacation and no need to worry about drop-off/pick-up timing, otherwise you would have chose a kennel. You can bring your pet as early as 8AM and pick him/her up as late as 10PM ANY DAY. I don't charge extra for keeping them a couple of hours with me, I like their company and I do this because I enjoy it. As a pet owner and a traveling person, I understand and know that you want to be with your pet the sooner you can and I won't put any pressure on your timing. *Other hours can be worked out if necessary and last minute extended days are available upon request. NOTE: If you decide to book me, just ask me in a message for $20 OFF your first stay and I will give you a special code for the discount. Looking forward to care for your special one! :) About this sitter: I work from home and I’ve been taking good care of pets with Rover.com since January 2013 and it has been a blessing to me, getting to know all these amazing guests with different personalities, sizes, breeds and behaviors. So far I've had 1,417 CONFIRMED BOOKINGS! (As of April 2023) During your pet's stay with me you will receive pictures of them directly to you phone (app or text) so you can know that your pet is enjoying his/her time and that they are safe and sound. *NOTE: if you travel overseas, you will receive e-mails or use a platform to access pictures and updates on your loved one. I have purchased the Rover Protection Package that consists of Vet Assistance for your pet, a nationwide pet identification system with live operators and a piece of mind for both parts (you and me). I look forward to taking excellent care of your special one! Trained to perform dog CPR and First Aid. Dedicated Volunteer at the Austin Humane Society. Animal Shelter Volunteer abroad. Why I love dog sitting I have been a pet lover since I was a little kid, I do not have any memory of my past without a pet. My experience administering medication Absolutely, I have been a volunteer for the Austin Humane Society and some other shelters abroad where I was trained to administer medications. I work from home, therefore your first baby will be with company at all times! I adapt to the pup’s routine and needs as instructed during the meet and greet, or by instructions given at drop-off. I have a big fenced grass yard where the pups and I play, hang out (weather allowed) and they can also void. I don’t let them out unattended to avoid accidents and/or escaping.

Reviews

Leslie O.
Doggy Day Care • Mar 27, 2024
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The girls love her and Leo, they're the best!

Alison J.
Dog Boarding • Mar 17, 2024
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I believe Wendy made my fur baby feel loved and safe, and that’s all that matters. My dog made great friends with her cat, too! I’d definitely recommend her!

Leslie O.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 21, 2024
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We love her! ❤️

Leslie O.
Doggy Day Care • Jan 18, 2024
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My girls love her!

About Wendy B.

Communication

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

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

At my home, they are always supervised and I will adapt to the instructions/routine given by the pet parents. During the visits at your home, I will make sure your pet is eating, voiding and following any medication or walking routine.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Wendy B. would like to know about your pet

First if they get along with other dogs, since I own one. Then just need specific instructions and I will adapt to everything the pet is already used to. What I will need you to bring is their own food, a bed or a favorite blanket, treats and toys, a collar and a leash. NO BREED PREFERENCES and this is a big issue for me since I have owned German Shepherds, Rottweilers and Pit Bulls in the past, I don't think you should be judged based on how you were born since ANY dog can be aggressive or have some attitude problem.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks. I live in Sunfield and there are a few trails to take the doggies too, I can also adapt to the routine around your house. I have been taking my own dogs and pet guests for walks in my neighborhood during the day and night, and I am also proud to say that it is a very safe community and good environment for your pet. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I accommodate to the owner's instructions. In the past I had pets who slept in my bed, other slept on the couch, in the living area, etc. I have also had shy puppies used to sleep under the furniture and a senior mama who only slept in the closet with the door closed, so I had to empty all my closet just for her once, it was quite a different experience but she behaved excellent, she just got afraid by night time. Time I'll spend with your dog Your pet will be under supervision 24/7 if he stays at my home. If I am visiting your home, normally I do it 3 to 4 times a day and I stay as long as needed until I am done with all my chores, usually takes about 20-30 min each visit. *In special occasions or if the pet is really not comfortable spending the night by itself, I can do overnights upon request with a price arrangement. Time I'll spend with your dog As much as is needed, every dog is different from other. Extra house-sitting services No problem.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$71per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$48per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$60per day

Wendy can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Wendy can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work from home, so your pet will have company AT ALL TIMES! The only time that I leave my home is to run errands such as: grocery shopping or doctors appointments.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Wendy B.

Communication

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

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

At my home, they are always supervised and I will adapt to the instructions/routine given by the pet parents. During the visits at your home, I will make sure your pet is eating, voiding and following any medication or walking routine.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Wendy B. would like to know about your pet

First if they get along with other dogs, since I own one. Then just need specific instructions and I will adapt to everything the pet is already used to. What I will need you to bring is their own food, a bed or a favorite blanket, treats and toys, a collar and a leash. NO BREED PREFERENCES and this is a big issue for me since I have owned German Shepherds, Rottweilers and Pit Bulls in the past, I don't think you should be judged based on how you were born since ANY dog can be aggressive or have some attitude problem.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks. I live in Sunfield and there are a few trails to take the doggies too, I can also adapt to the routine around your house. I have been taking my own dogs and pet guests for walks in my neighborhood during the day and night, and I am also proud to say that it is a very safe community and good environment for your pet. Your dog's sleeping arrangement I accommodate to the owner's instructions. In the past I had pets who slept in my bed, other slept on the couch, in the living area, etc. I have also had shy puppies used to sleep under the furniture and a senior mama who only slept in the closet with the door closed, so I had to empty all my closet just for her once, it was quite a different experience but she behaved excellent, she just got afraid by night time. Time I'll spend with your dog Your pet will be under supervision 24/7 if he stays at my home. If I am visiting your home, normally I do it 3 to 4 times a day and I stay as long as needed until I am done with all my chores, usually takes about 20-30 min each visit. *In special occasions or if the pet is really not comfortable spending the night by itself, I can do overnights upon request with a price arrangement. Time I'll spend with your dog As much as is needed, every dog is different from other. Extra house-sitting services No problem.

Location

Buda, TX

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Wendy B.

Buda, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
259 reviews