Hondenopvang Nissewaard

Over: Hi! My name is Charmaine😊
I grew up mostly in Kenya, where my family has a large garden and we’ve had dogs for as long as I can remember. Since I was around 10, I’ve helped care for different kinds of dogs (german shepherd, golden retriever, labrador, maltese, doberman, border collie, and mixed breeds) and have experience with feeding, walking, grooming, basic training, raising puppies, and overall just giving them lots of attention and care. I also frequently dog sit my friends' dogs. 
 When caring for a new dog, I make sure to first let them sniff the environment, making sure to ease them into the new situation and not overwhelm them. If they need space, I give it to them. I also have some treats that I use, if the owner is comfortable with that. I know every dog is different, and every owner has their own routine and preferences for things like feeding, how often the dog should go out, etc. so I always make sure to respect that so the dog feels comfortable and cared for. In case of emergencies, I always make sure I have vet and emergency numbers on hand, keeping in mind preferences of the owner. 
 I work from home almost everyday (usually except Tuesdays), and I have a very flexible work schedule, so I’m able to do doggy daycare and boarding, and take regular breaks to take dogs outside and play with them. I do not leave dogs at home alone. In cases where I need to step outside, my partner, who also loves dogs and helps out when needed and if the owner is comfortable with it, I could take the dog with me. 
I live in Rotterdam (Delfshaven area), in an apartment. I have a park opposite my building and also have figured out a lot of different walking routes to take dogs on. I don’t have a dog of my own in the Netherlands yet, which is part of why I joined this platform😊 
Looking forward to meeting you and your dog! I work full-time, but from home. I go to the office only once a week, mainly on Tuesdays but this is flexible and I can go whichever day works for my schedule. This schedule allows me to be home to do pet care. My work schedule is also flexible throughout the day because the organisation I work for is very laid back, so I am able to regularly take dogs out for walks/to go potty throughout the day. My partner goes to work most days but has an irregular schedule so if I need to step out e.g., to do groceries, he would be home to take over the pet care for that time. I live in a fairly spacious apartment and have a park across the road where I would take the dogs in my care for walks. There are also multiple other green walking routes in my neighbourhood. I‘m very respecful of owners routines for their pet and would follow instructions closely.

“From our initial communication, Ely demonstrated a clear dedication to making Lolly’s stay optimal. Despite a necessary reduction in the service duration for medical reasons, she maintained daily communication regarding Lolly's overall well-being and adaptation. This is an exceptional service that I highly recommend.”

Matri J.

Over: I’ve grown up around dogs my whole life and care for every dog as if they were my own. I make sure they receive plenty of love, attention, and affection while they’re with me. My husband and I both work from home, so we’re available 7 days a week to give your pet plenty of care, attention, and companionship. One of us is always around to provide endless cuddles, love, and kisses to help your pet feel safe and comfortable I have a fully fenced yard where your pet can safely play and relax. To make sure every pet gets the love and attention they deserve, we only board one pet at a time. This allows us to provide personalized care, attention, and plenty of affection for your furry baby.

“She’s very nice and my dog looked very happy. She had a play date with another dog. And they became friends. It was so cute. I would definitely recommend her.”

cheyenne s.

“Onze oude trouwe vriend Ollie heeft het 20 dagen geweldig naar zijn zin gehad bij Miguel en Gabi. We werden alle dagen op de hoogte gehouden over het wel en wee van onze Ollie. Geen moeite was teveel. We raden iedereen deze geweldige oppassers aan.”

Ruud E.

“Peachy stayed with Maria for 18 days, and I’m so happy with the care she received. It was my first time leaving Peachy with a dog sitter, so I was a bit nervous, but Maria made me feel very calm and reassured while I was away. She gave regular updates, was very attentive to Peachy, and clearly cared about making her feel comfortable. I’m very grateful that Maria took such good care of Peachy.”

Victoria Moritz S.

“Onze oude lieve Schotse terriër; Max heeft het heerlijk gehad. Hij was duidelijk op zijn gemak en ontspannen. Dankzij de goede zorgen en de updates van Claire konden wij zorgeloos genieten van onze vakantie!”

Hanneke K.

Over: I've taken care of my female boxer when I was 11 and now, 20 years later, my best friend is my golden-roller retriever Chef Cappuccino. I cook his food, all his snacks are 100% meat, and I am training him with the STSK9 method. I am highly aware of body language, have knowledge of neuroscience of dogs' brain, provide somatic exercises after walks to relieve stress, and do fitness exercises to take care of the muscles and bones. I am working fully remote, so the dogs will always have someone with them. I live nearby open fields - perfect for getting away from the stressful urban environment. I provide both mental and physical fulfilment - walk my own dog 3-4 times a day (min 30' each), play different games, training (fitness and obedience). I clean their paws and do a general wiping after every walk to avoid infections. I have a fenced garden and a house big enough for each dog to have its room (if needed). A crate is also available either for training or chilling. Bed, towels, toys are also available.

“Nacho heeft het geweldig gehad, vriendelijke en liefdevolle mensen, heel open en super lief. We zijn warm ontvangen, ze hebben twee mooie Dalmatiers en die zijn heel vriendelijk. Zeker een aanrader!”

Gordana B.

“Goede communicatie. Iedere dag een foto of video gekregen via de app van mijn hond. Echt een lieve familie om voor je hond te laten zorgen. Ik ben erg blij. Mijn hond ook”

Suyen V.

“Heel goed gevoel over dit vakantieverblijf voor onze June. Reina heeft haar goed aangevoeld. Dat June bij het ophalen toch ook even een aai ging halen bij Reina is uitzonderlijk positief.”

Marjon D.

Over: Animal care always caught my attention. Safe Environment: Creates a safe environment, eliminating potential hazards and providing shelter and comforts. 6. Social interaction: Take time to play and socialize with your pet to strengthen your bond. I currently have plenty of time to take care of animals. Every day I can take care of your pets. I am a very flexible person when it comes to scheduling. I entertain the animals and also give them massages. Don't stress too much. Is very important for the care of animals don't worry about that

“Derrick was a great sitter! Took good care, shared pictures, gave me new insights into what my dogs enjoy after getting used to giving them the same things. Would recommend!”

Hans D.

Over: Mijn hobby is mezelf verdiepen in diergedrag en het zo goed mogelijk inspelen op de behoeften van huisdieren. Zo test ik bij mijn eigen katten regelmatig nieuwe voerpuzzels en zorg ervoor dat ze voldoende (nieuwe) verstopplekjes hebben. Hondentraining heb ik altijd leuk gevonden. Niet alleen het basislijstje, zoals: zit, hier en volgen. Juist ook zoekspelletjes, apporteren en trucjes leren. Het verbetert de band met je hond en zorgt ervoor dat hij uitgedaagd wordt en blijft. Een tijd lang gaf ik hondentraining bij een vereniging, daar kwamen alle rassen en mixen voorbij. Daarnaast hebben we van huis uit veel opgepast en gewandeld met allerlei honden uit de buurt. Kennis van rassen en hun behoeften is dus ruim aanwezig :) Ik werk vanuit huis en heb de mogelijkheid dat flexibel in te delen. Dat geeft de mogelijkheid om bijvoorbeeld extra lang te wandelen met jouw hond of wat langer jouw kat gezelschap te houden. Een uitlaatronde kan worden aangevuld met training, het aanleren van trucjes, apporteren of zoekspelletjes. Wil je juist dat er langer gewandeld wordt met jouw hond? Dan kan dat natuurlijk ook :) In beperkte mate is oppas bij mij thuis mogelijk, mits jouw hond sociaal is met katten en de hond niet te groot is. Zoek je iemand die jouw kat(-ten) extra liefde en aandacht geeft? Ik heb er zelf 2 en heb de nodige oppaservaring. Iedere kat is anders en in overleg met jou bepalen we hoe we ze het beste kunnen verzorgen en vermaken wanneer jij er niet bent. Inzet van voerpuzzels, verstoppen van snoepjes, omwisselen van speeltjes. Ik denk graag met je mee.

Over: Wij hebben zelf 2 katten. Jarenlang ook een hond gehad. En vinden het leuk om af en toe voor een hondje te zorgen en daarmee anderen te helpen Vooral in de weekenden beschikbaar. Mijn zoon van 12 wil hier ook graag bij helpen. Wij wonen in een flat vlakbij een natuurgebied waar wij lekker kunnen wandelen Wij hebben een maisonnette woning in een flat met een balkon. Onze katten kunnen boven blijven wanneer er honden zijn. We houden van knuffelen en spelen met de hond.

“Boarded my cat for a week. Everything went well. Maybe as a suggestion: to write some details of what is going on, what went well, what went wrong.”

Nikita Z.

Over: My name is Hong, I come from Vietnam and currently live in Rotterdam. Before moving to Rotterdam, I have been pet sitting in Basel, Switzerland for 2 years. My specialties are dogs and cats. My previous pawfect clients come in different sizes and ages, from junior to senior pets. I became a pesitter because of a pure love for animals. I have a fluffy tuxedo cat of my own but he currently lives with my parents in my home country. Since moving abroad, I miss him a lot. And now moving to Rotterdam, my heart dropped a few beats for leaving all of the lovely dogs and cats that I have taken care of in Switzerland. So I hope to continue this business here in Rotterdam, to expand the love for animals, but also to make more new four-paws friends. That said, I have experience taking care of junior cats/dogs (yes, I have full energy to jump/chase/shout with them. So your puppies/kitties would never be bored). More special, I also have experience and lots of patience in taking care of senior pets, including giving bath, as well as administering a range of medications and supplements. I'm very much looking forward to meeting your fluffy frens and help you a carefree mind while your pet is away. Your hoomanly, Hong I'm currently offering pet-sitting fulltime. Everything can be discussed and adaptable to your wishes. Just let me know your schedule and preferences, we will find the best solutions for your pets. If the pets stay with me, he/she will live together with me in my room. I also have a small balcony, where we can enjoy the sun together. More importantly, especially for dogs, I live close to Zuiderpark, an ideal walking playground.

“Clara was wonderful! She was very helpful and flexible, and most importantly, she took great care of our two cats. We felt completely comfortable leaving them with her, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. Highly recommended!”

Tolnai T.