Dog Walking Whitingham

About: I volunteered for 1.5 years at a shelter in Montana and most recently worked at a doggie daycare/boarding facility as a handler and trainer for approximately a year. I personally have been a dog owner since 2013 (not including family dogs growing up). I have experience with dogs of all shapes, sizes, and demeanors. I have extensive hands-on training in reading dog body language. I am particularly well-versed in building a good relationship with nervous/fearful dogs. I treat every dog as if they were my own pet! I’m currently working full-time and looking to do pet care on the side. My schedule can vary from week to week but we can figure out what works best for both of our schedules. I always respect a dog’s boundaries and never do anything that they are uncomfortable with. I am a very confident handler and that helps in building a trusting relationship with a new dog. Even if the dog immediately wants to be my best friend, I let them come to me and I let them set the tone and pace. The most important thing with any dog is patience and not forcing them into a situation that could be stressful for them. I have successfully trained two dogs that I adopted with behavioral issues including reactivity to other dogs & people, and resource guarding. I believe in positive reinforcement ALWAYS. If a correction is needed I use a firm but calm voice, and praise when the inappropriate behavior stops. You can rest assured that I will never do anything to harm your beloved pet.

About: I’ve taken care of dog of many sizes and health conditions, I have had a cat for 9ish years and have cared for friend and families dogs for years. I am a student, I am relatively free but lots of work to do! I like to go on walks already! I am able to be flexible. I know how to feed animals and care for them, can follow special instructions as I know they are important. As much as I would love to care for your fur baby at my home, I cannot.

“I had a work trip and Haley was such a big help walking our pup for the week while I was away. She was very communicative, accommodating, and sent updates everyday. We would definitely ask for her help to care for our pup in the future!”

Elena S.

About: Animals kept me safe my entire life, now I return the favor by keeping your babies safe while you’re away. ❤️ I have been working with animals my whole life. At only 3 I moved in with my step father onto a small farm(yes this means I can feed your chickens, gather your eggs, clean your stalls, and feed your cattle, pigs, or even horses). I spent three years working in the veterinary field where I learned to better understand and triage animal emergency and how to deal with them calmly and safely. I have 3 dogs, and 2 cats of my own as well as a bearded dragon and a few chickens, whom I love more than life. I have minimal boarding experience, but have had or worked with everything from fish and birds, to dogs to cattle, from snakes to horses, and I love each one of these creatures just as much as the rest. I adore all animals, and cherish my pets so much, and finding some one you can trust to REALLY care for them can be a challenge, so let me make your life a little easier with flexible, reliable, patient and gentle care. As a pet mom to 11 furry, scaly, and feathered babies, I know how hard it can be to find reliable pet care. My animals are my children, my babies; the most important things in my world. I promise to love yours the way I’d love my own. I am currently unemployed and taking a leap. What I’d LOVE is to start my own pet care company. I know how hard it is to find pet care in and around the Berkshires, especially the holidays when all the day cares and well known sitters are booked - so let me take some of that weight off you. I’m flexible and reliable and can do drops ins, walks, day stays, over nights, or multiple day stays. I’m open to any animal type, including pocket pets, exotics and special needs. What can I say? Pets are really the only thing most of us like in this crazy world; so it’s kind of the perfect job. 😉 I am open to all types of care, all types of animals, and all types of situations. I have experience in vet medicine and have had elderly and special needs animals my whole life. No matter how long my interaction with your baby is, I assure you it will be filled with love.

About: I've been house and pet sitting for ten years plus, besides that I've been an owner of many dogs and cats. There is nothing that makes me happier than the well-being of them. When you choose me for the care of your fur babies, they'll be taken care of to the maximum comfort and standard. I'm flexible in that I work remotely... So i huge amount of the time i will be around to cater to your pets. And also will be able to walk them often and keep them stimulated I'll make sure their safety and the environment they're in are safe and nurturing. If it's the owner's house I won't change a thing, if it's my house I'll have them have access to all that they would have at their home.

About: We LOVE and babysit all animals & dogs, we specialize in Pugs, English Bulldogs & French Bulldogs, we have a lot of experience with these breeds from having our own and caring for clients dog family! (We do travel up to 300 miles for in home stays, additional travel fee are quoted), (cross country house/pet sitting available upon request, special rates quoted). Our priority is their safety and comfort while remaining focused on them as individual pups each with their own unique routines, such as, maintaining their special diets, exercise and or supplements/MedX, which will be administered as determined by you. When we stay at your home we usually stay in a guest room, use one bathroom and the kitchen, tv/sitting room, we certainly don't require use of a full house. We are available to retrieving your mail, accept your packages, watering your plants and any other incidental services. We are a husband/wife team which is great because the pups are never left alone. I usually cook most of our meals. I vacuum, clean the bedding/towels, bathrooms & kitchen before we leave. We leave the house in order so that when you come back there is no mess or stress. We take our garbage and recycling with us. We also pick up after your pets, keeping the yard poop free. Our fee is $125/per night for up to 2 dogs and $150/night for 3-4 dogs.  Note: Extended stay will result in a modified price, hours of arrival and departure are between 11am and 4pm, outside these hours will be additional $60.00-$150.00, depending on arrival and departures. References upon request. We have enjoyed 11 wonderful years providing our services for and exclusively to a limited number of pets Per day/night. It is our policy "To meet and greet" prior to accepting "First timers, since We do provide "Your Home service" for Dogs of All sizes and breeds. So, allow us to provide your "Best friend/ friends" with the kind care that will satisfy your highest expectations. We are at your home 24/7, your pets are rarely left alone. We are available to arrive 8am and 6pm. Specialize; "Staying Home-Not Alone with Trusted Guardians." We specialize in; "Staying Home-Not Alone with Trusted Guardians." However we do offer our home for a very limited size dog(s), small to medium; "The Comforts of Home" is the quality care you have been searching for. We offer your Best Friend or Friends with indoor rooms, a backyard, lease only; your pup is in a protected area at all times to spread out as they relax and socialize with us as their guardians. We like to encourage everyone to bring your pets own bed; which allows them to feel at home. We provide gates at all doors to double the safety of your pet. Wedding sitting available, ceremony thru reception, starting at $300.00, inquire about rules. We currently house and pet sit full time. Allowing us to be with your pets 24/7, they are rarely left alone. "Staying Home-Not Alone with Trusted Guardians." We are vigilant, to be aware of where your dogs are at all times. If gates are needed at doors we put them to use.