Zachary D.
Sioux Falls, SD
Services
Zachary can host
Zachary can care for
Availability
I usually spend my days taking care of my 2 dogs which includes, walks, going to the park, working on our training and some rest periods in between to keep everyone’s mood positive. I usually bring my parents’ 4 dogs with me, but that is not a requirement of my day by any means. Yes, I typically spend my days taking care of 6 dogs with only 1 being a small. So I am very used to high energy days and having my eyes everywhere at once!
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About Zachary D.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced in backyard with 6’ wooden fences ,grass lawn and water access. I like to take the dogs out to parks or for hikes as opposed to keeping them locked up in the backyard. For parks I usually keep it to the Sioux Falls area with Family and Spencer being my most frequented. Hikes I will go as far as Luverne but that’s a rare occasion. I usually do leashed walks but occasionally I will let my dogs loose in the off-leash side of family park. While resting we usually just go inside for some A/C, water, and a nap for the pups. Occasionally on a nice cool day we will just stay outside and rest.
Home
Information Zachary D. would like to know about your pet
I have provided care for all types of dogs for as long as I can remember. My parents’ dog, Zeke, has needed medication twice a day for seizures, bladder issues, and cancer for the last 8+ years. I have cared for elderly dogs and have no issues helping a dog with anything they may need! I prefer to work with higher energy dogs, but l will accommodate to make any dog happy!
A typical day
I plan to go for walks around my neighborhood with a park less than a block away or going to Family or Spencer park. I also go on hikes with dogs although hiking is usually a longer trip. I have snuffle mats for brain stimulation while we aren’t doing anything physical. I also plan to slowly incorporate some basic manners training.
Location
Sioux Falls, SD
Pets
Happy Tails, Happy Hearts
Pet care experience
I have been around dogs for a large majority of my life and have even earned the joking nickname of “dog whisperer” among my friends. I fell in love with caring for animals with my first dog, Mattie, when I was only 4 years old. Since then my family and I have housed 9 dogs in total over the last 23 years, 6 from rescues. For as long as I can remember I have been asked to dog sit/walk for anyone who knows my love for animals. I am the proud owner of 2 adoptees currently, Baymax and Tator-Tot. Both are well trained through classes at Smoken Dakota Kennels. I am NOT a certified dog trainer by any means, but I am fully confident I can teach some basics or even a set you up with a trainer or training class! I am trained in animal CPR.
Reviews
Zachary did amazing with our St. Bernard & she absolutely loves going for walks with him!
I had a last minute dinner come up & Zachary came to watch my dog. He did a great job! I will be using him again in the future. Thank you again!
Zachary was great with Franklin! He was always good about responding quickly and we loved the pictures he sent every day on their walks.
Zachary always does a great job and we trust him to watch our boy.
About Zachary D.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced in backyard with 6’ wooden fences ,grass lawn and water access. I like to take the dogs out to parks or for hikes as opposed to keeping them locked up in the backyard. For parks I usually keep it to the Sioux Falls area with Family and Spencer being my most frequented. Hikes I will go as far as Luverne but that’s a rare occasion. I usually do leashed walks but occasionally I will let my dogs loose in the off-leash side of family park. While resting we usually just go inside for some A/C, water, and a nap for the pups. Occasionally on a nice cool day we will just stay outside and rest.
Home
Information Zachary D. would like to know about your pet
I have provided care for all types of dogs for as long as I can remember. My parents’ dog, Zeke, has needed medication twice a day for seizures, bladder issues, and cancer for the last 8+ years. I have cared for elderly dogs and have no issues helping a dog with anything they may need! I prefer to work with higher energy dogs, but l will accommodate to make any dog happy!
A typical day
I plan to go for walks around my neighborhood with a park less than a block away or going to Family or Spencer park. I also go on hikes with dogs although hiking is usually a longer trip. I have snuffle mats for brain stimulation while we aren’t doing anything physical. I also plan to slowly incorporate some basic manners training.
Zachary D.
Sioux Falls, SD