Mandy G.
Mount Pleasant, MI
Experienced In-home Caregiver
Pet care experience
My mission is to provide exceptional, specialized pet care for your companion animals while you are away. I have over twenty years experience living with, training and providing care for dogs, cats, birds, small critters, horses, chickens and other farm animals. I've participated in numerous canine obedience courses, agility, competitive weight pulling, bikejoring and dog sledding. I also have several years of experience working with and rehabilitating of the track Thoroughbred horses, hand-rearing birds and caring for various other small furry critters. Additionally, I have worked with Doberman Pinscher and Border Collie rescue groups performing home visits, screening adoption applications and as a foster home. I am a freelance graphic designer (attention to detail is in my nature!) by trade and have completed a certificate course as a Certified Nurses Aid as well as my pet sitter certification through the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters.
Reviews
Mandy has watched my dogs while I was on vacation over the years. I have had dogs that need special care and she is excellent in taking care of their needs. She keeps you up to date on how they are doing. Worry-free and all my dogs love Mandy.
Mandy is an intuitive and engaged dog lover! She knows how to bring out the best in our pets and is a wealth of knowledge in health, safety, diet and training! Mandys promotes healthy play and positive behaviors in dogs, large and small!
About Mandy G.
Communication
Skills
Information Mandy G. would like to know about your pet
I love all dogs and breeds. I only ask that dogs that are to visit my home for day care and/or training sessions be non-aggressive, well socialized with both people and dogs, and crate trained. If your dog has a bite history, please contact me so we can discuss options for his or her care.
A typical day
We will enjoy leashed walks through the nature trails of Meridian and Deerfield Nature Parks as well as swimming (with owner permission). Walks can be focused on leash training should a pooch need a little work, so both their mind and body are exercised. I love to turn walks into learning experiences for every dog who visits me with little obedience and leash manners lessons as we explore. We'll also enjoy games of fetch for those who love to do so. I also love to work on fun attention games using toys, treats and agility equipment to teach dogs handler focus, especially around distractions.
Services
Mandy can watch in your home
About Mandy G.
Communication
Skills
Information Mandy G. would like to know about your pet
I love all dogs and breeds. I only ask that dogs that are to visit my home for day care and/or training sessions be non-aggressive, well socialized with both people and dogs, and crate trained. If your dog has a bite history, please contact me so we can discuss options for his or her care.
A typical day
We will enjoy leashed walks through the nature trails of Meridian and Deerfield Nature Parks as well as swimming (with owner permission). Walks can be focused on leash training should a pooch need a little work, so both their mind and body are exercised. I love to turn walks into learning experiences for every dog who visits me with little obedience and leash manners lessons as we explore. We'll also enjoy games of fetch for those who love to do so. I also love to work on fun attention games using toys, treats and agility equipment to teach dogs handler focus, especially around distractions.
Location
Mount Pleasant, MI
Pets
Mandy G.
Mount Pleasant, MI