Doggedly

Serves , WA

35244

Hired 68 times

1 employee

10 years in business

$20/walk

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Mary Hannick
Completed on 6/17/2021

Introduction

------------------------------------------- **I follow all recommended Covid precautions.** I am following the protocols specified by state and local medical experts. My top priority is your health and safety and that of your pets. Have questions about pet care and my safety measures? Send me a message! I am happy to answer your questions and discuss your particular worries and requirements. ------------------------------------------- I love dogs and cats and enjoy their take on the world. My goal is to make them feel wanted, while providing excellent care. I customize my work to your preferences and your pet's needs. My area is southeast Seattle, from Madison Park to Rainier Beach. Professional care: ·Insured ·Certified for Pet CPR and Pet First Aid For dogs and cats, I provide: ·Personal attention and petting ·Game time ·Treats (if owner okays) For dogs walks: ·A good walk to work off energy. A tired dog is a happy dog, with happy owners! For cats: ·Play time and cuddling (if they're interested!) For pet sitting: ·Feeding ·Change water ·Medication if required ·For cats, clean litter box ·For dogs, clean up as needed ·Common vacation chores like taking in the mail and watering plants For chickens, turkeys and ducks: • Food and water • Cleaning the coop • Adding new litter • Collecting eggs I've pet sit turtles, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, fish and ferrets. In each case I follow the owner's care instructions for food, water, medicine and exercise. My goal is to keep them safe, healthy and nurtured. Periodically I am available for house-pet sitting. I'll care for your critters and your home like they're my own. Each house sitting job has individual requirements. I'm happy to talk to you about your needs and concerns. Dogs and cats, I love them both. I'm a lifelong dog owner. I enjoy walking dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes. I've been around cats all my life. Cuddly, reserved or in hiding, I enjoy spending time with them.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Each job has specific requirements, which can affect the price. But I know you want to see my common prices, so here you are: Dog Walking • $20 for one dog on a 15-minute walk/potty break. • $30 for one dog on a 30-minute walk. • $38 for one dog on a 45-minute walk. • $45 for one dog on a 60-minute walk. • Add $5 for each additional dog from the same family (3 is the usual maximum). For a puppy a year and younger, add $10 as an additional dog. • $5 per hour additional for walks and drop-ins before 8 a.m. and after 5 p.m. Cat Sitting • $20 for a 15-minute visit • $30 for a 30-minute visit • $38 for a 45-minute visit • $45 for a 60-minute visit • Add $5 a visit for each additional cat in the family • $5 per hour additional for walks and drop-ins before 8 a.m. and after 5 p.m. Dog sitting • $20 for a 15-minute visit (potty break visit, with a short trip outside) • $30 for a 30-minute visit, including walk • $38 for a 45-minute visit, including walk • $45 for a 60-minute visit, including walk • $5 additional a visit for each additional dog in the family • $5 per hour additional for walks and drop-ins before 8 a.m. and after 5 p.m. House/Pet sitting I'm available at certain times during the year. Let me know when you need a house-pet sitter and we can schedule a quick call or chat to discuss your specific needs! The cost is $95 a night, plus $20 for each additional pet. This includes my presence from about 7 at night to 7 in the morning (though these times can be tailored to your needs), and the evening and morning feeding, walking and specific routines we decide on. Midday walks and visits are charged at the regular price. Puppy rate is $150 a night. All services are +50% on major holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day).

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

We can talk on the phone. If you want to proceed, we set up a no-cost meet-and-greet with you and your dog or cat and owners. It's a chance to ask questions and get to know one another. If it's a good fit, then we can make arrangements for the pet sitting or dog walking, including times, payment and instructions.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I am a lifelong dog owner. Through friends and family, I've been around cats all my life. I have been doing pet sitting and dog walking as a business for 3 years. I am insured through Pet Sitters Associates and I'm certified in pet CPR and first aid.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I'm a freelance writer who was spending too much time in front of the computer. I got totally frustrated with myself for signing up at a gym and not going. There had to be a better way! Since I love dogs and cats, this was a natural. My dog and cat clients get play time and exercise, and so do I!

What types of customers have you worked with?

I've worked with pet owners with a wide variety of needs and concerns. Some cats worry they have been abandoned and want cuddles. Some want to hide under the furniture. Many start off reserved and end up on my lap. I've worked with big dogs, including a Golden Retriever that was 65 pounds of puppy love and a reserved 85-pound Lab-Retriever-Shepherd mix who just wanted to sniff. I've walked Boxers, Pit Bulls, Corgi mixes, Bulldogs, Terriers and a Chihuahua. They've ranged in age from 10 weeks to 15 years. Some are outgoing, some are reserved, some are grumpy. One in particular is very anxious outside. Some are trained and others are ... mmmm ... more exuberant.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Find someone who loves dogs and cats. Check their reviews. Make sure they have insurance. Ask about their experience.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

For dog walks: • How long do you want the walk? • What days of the week? • What time of day? • Special considerations for your dog (fears, problems being on a leash, etc.) For cat sitting: • Does your cat have special needs, like medication? • How often do you want a pet care visit, and how long? • Are there special considerations for getting into the house? • Do you want other tasks done, like taking in mail, watering plants? For dog sitting: • Does you dog have special needs (medication, etc.)? • How often do you want a pet care visit? Just a potty break? Time for a walk? A mix of these? • Are there special considerations for getting into the house? • Do you need other tasks done, like taking in the mail or watering plants?