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Barbara K.

Winter Park, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•70 reviews
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I have been an animal lover and have had animals all of my life. Growing up we had dogs and cats, but for many years only dogs and while I love all doggies I have had golden retrievers; Brydie being my only doggie right now. I work from home so I spend most of the day with the dogs or have the ability to walk your dog in the morning, lunch time and evening. We live in lovely Winter Park, Florida with a large fenced yard and pool. Lake Baldwin Park is a five minute drive. You will find us at the park almost daily. As a life long dog owner I have always placed my dogs in a loving family's home when I travelled as I know how important it is for the doggies to be loved, cuddled and in homey surroundings. I offer, care, attention, cuddles and lots of toys to the doggies that visit. I live on a golf course with a lake behind my fenced in yard so the dogs have ducks to watch along with the golfers. It is a very peaceful setting. My home is one level open floor plan so dogs are always within sight and have room to roam from the various rooms. If your dog is comfortable in a crate or has a favorite bed, please bring it along so they feel right at home. If you choose dog walking at your home; we will feed, walk, change the water bowl, pick up mail,adjust blinds, lighting, etc. I have been the go to family member when someone needs to have someone look after their pet. That would include dogs, cats, birds, fish, hamsters and gerbils. We have never boarded any of our pets, always left in a loving family environment. Why I love dog sitting I have always had a dog in my home; they bring such joy and life to the home. And we have always gone for long walks, when living in Northern Virginia we were able to walk in Great Falls and the G.W. Parkway path that would lead into the nation's capital. In Winter Park we have Cady Way trail and Fleet Peeples Park which we take advantage of every day. Meet my pets I have a 4 year old English Cream golden retriever named Brydie. She welcomes all dogs to her home. Brydie is extremely laid back and will play with other dogs, but knows if they want to be left alone she will leave them alone. About my yard The backyard is a large sloped area leading down to a lake on a golf course. There is a wrought iron fence along the water line so the dogs can enjoy the wildlife on the lake. There is a pool and the whole yard is enclosed with a pricacy wall. Lots of lizards and squirrels to keep their attention. My experience administering medication Yes, have done this many times.

Reviews

Kristen H.
Dog Boarding • Feb 22, 2017
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Excellent as always!! Piwi feels right at home with Barbara!!

Alexis M.
Dog Boarding • Aug 08, 2016
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Barbara was terrific! Very responsive and our lil Cookie dog had a great time there, you can just tell.

Gayle K.
Dog Boarding • Jul 13, 2016
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Barbara was very warm and welcoming. Marley had a great time in the pool which was beautiful. She got along really well with Barbara's beautiful golden retriever who is a wonderful dog. I will definitely use Barbara again.

Jaclyn C.
Dog Boarding • Jul 07, 2016
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Our dog Beaux had a wonderful visit staying with Barbara! He loved getting to swim and play with other Golden's. We would definitely recommend her!

About Barbara K.

Communication

34 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

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

Information Barbara K. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know your dogs habits, when is feeding time; are treats and toys allowed and how and where do they sleep when at home. I want to know that the dogs have up to date rabies shots and are on preventive flea and tick medication. Dogs should be spayed or neutered

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We will go to Lake Baldwin Park which is a 27 acre park that has paths through the woods, open areas for running and sniffing and a large sandy lake front area. Cady Way Trail is just up the street where we will walk and for a late walk it will be in the neighborhood which has sidewalks and is well lit. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Always close to a human. Time I'll spend with your dog I am home all day except for a quick errand.

Services

Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$17per walk
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Barbara can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Barbara can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Barbara K.

Communication

34 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

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

Information Barbara K. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know your dogs habits, when is feeding time; are treats and toys allowed and how and where do they sleep when at home. I want to know that the dogs have up to date rabies shots and are on preventive flea and tick medication. Dogs should be spayed or neutered

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks We will go to Lake Baldwin Park which is a 27 acre park that has paths through the woods, open areas for running and sniffing and a large sandy lake front area. Cady Way Trail is just up the street where we will walk and for a late walk it will be in the neighborhood which has sidewalks and is well lit. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Always close to a human. Time I'll spend with your dog I am home all day except for a quick errand.

Location

Winter Park, FL

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Barbara K.

Winter Park, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•70 reviews