Zach D.
Goochland, VA
Passionate about working with dogs
Pet care experience
I am a former police Richmond Police Officer who has worked with and cared for dogs since age 12 in many settings. Aside from my parents and grandparents raising dogs, I worked several hundred hours of community service in a dog boarding and dog training facility in upstate New York prior to them hiring me as a teen to continue there after completing the hours. I trained our own family dogs are well as friend’s dogs even in my teen years. I have raised and shown bulldogs for the last 10 years and my daughter has grown to develop a passion for caring for dogs as well. She’s turning into a little dog whisperer and I love fueling the passion her and I share. As we are in a transitioning time and creating plans for the future, I would like to provide trusting care for dog owners in the community that value the care and safety of their dogs while they have obligations or vacations where they need to arrange accommodations for their beloved dogs. Rather than having someone who walks your dog with no real concern for bettering the quality of life of the dog in a way their owner can recognize, I would like to provide care with structure and stimulation in a safe environment so dog owners can know their dog thrived and was well exercised and cared for while they were away.
Reviews
Zach was absolutely wonderful! Our pups loved him as soon as they met him and he made us feel so much better about having to leave them! He sent pictures and detailed updates daily! We couldn’t have picked a better person to board our very spoiled babies!
Zach is amazing and took great care of our Max and Tuna. We highly recommend him and will use him again in the future!
Zach took on our 3 crazy boxers and did an amazing job with them. Our older dogs weren't super socialized, but after 3 days they were living their best with Zach and fam!
This was the first time I used Zach. He was very accommodating and made sure my dog was comfortable in the new setting. He gave me reports and pictures during her stay. I’m would recommend Zach and use him again .
About Zach D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I am caring for someone’s pet in my home, they’re are treated as our own loved dog. We have structured days where they are inside hanging out as well as receiving plenty of exercise in the yard. Depending on the client and the dog I enjoy spending time working on manners and walking with a leash while dogs are in my care so owners see the difference. We have several crates and the ability to accommodate for dogs that may need to be kept separate from other dogs or have special needs as well. I offer to care for clients’ dogs both at my own home or at theirs, based on client preference. My goal is to provide a quality service that clients and their dogs trust and enjoy long term.
Home
Information Zach D. would like to know about your pet
Any special needs in terms of medication or things with behavior that need to be handled certain ways. I need to know that any dog is healthy and whether or not they’re ok with children or other dogs.
A typical day
I will provide a safe and stimulating environment with structured days. We have puzzles and toys for dogs as well as lots of room for exercise. Depending on the dog and their needs, strengths and weakness, I’d love to walks at a few locals trails and possibly evaluations for work with leash discipline and basic behavior modifications depending on the owner’s needs. I will also provide random photos and updates.
Services
Zach can host
Zach can watch in your home
Availability
Pet care is a main part of every day for me whether it be for our own dogs or dogs of friends. I will be offering my services for weekends and holidays until further changes can be made. We have a few acres and a fenced in area for dogs to run off leash as well. We are currently working on creating a larger fenced yard as well.
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About Zach D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I am caring for someone’s pet in my home, they’re are treated as our own loved dog. We have structured days where they are inside hanging out as well as receiving plenty of exercise in the yard. Depending on the client and the dog I enjoy spending time working on manners and walking with a leash while dogs are in my care so owners see the difference. We have several crates and the ability to accommodate for dogs that may need to be kept separate from other dogs or have special needs as well. I offer to care for clients’ dogs both at my own home or at theirs, based on client preference. My goal is to provide a quality service that clients and their dogs trust and enjoy long term.
Home
Information Zach D. would like to know about your pet
Any special needs in terms of medication or things with behavior that need to be handled certain ways. I need to know that any dog is healthy and whether or not they’re ok with children or other dogs.
A typical day
I will provide a safe and stimulating environment with structured days. We have puzzles and toys for dogs as well as lots of room for exercise. Depending on the dog and their needs, strengths and weakness, I’d love to walks at a few locals trails and possibly evaluations for work with leash discipline and basic behavior modifications depending on the owner’s needs. I will also provide random photos and updates.
Location
Goochland, VA
Pets
Zach D.
Goochland, VA