ABOUT ME:
I'm a happily married mom with 2 grown children, 3 awesome step-children, an incredible husband, and 4 wonderful fur babies of the canine variety! :)
I have been pet sitting for over 20 years now, and anyone who knows me will tell you that I'm a HUGE animal lover. If I'm driving past someone walking their dog, I've been known to turn around, go back, and ask the owner if I can pet the
m. Yes, this typically results in the weirdest expressions, but hey, the dogs totally love me! LOL
I worked in a kennel years ago, so I've handled nearly every type of dog there is, and there was never a time when my family didn't have a dog or two in the house growing up. I've been jokingly called "The Dog Whisperer", as I'm known for befriending dogs that are normally unapproachable. I LOVE DOGS, and at times even wonder if I was a dog in a past life! lol ;)
By hiring an experienced and professional pet sitter, your pet will be able to suffer much less stress by staying in their own home and sleeping in their own bed. Additionally, there will be no exposure to dangerous illness from other animals, and I will provide the extra TLC they'll need while you're away. You can trust me, and feel confident your pet is in capable, caring hands while you're away from home. I offer "Meet & Greet" interviews for first time clients (within 15 miles of Middleton, TN), because I want you to feel comfortable with the whole process, and with me. My goal is to give you the peace of mind you'll need when you are away, and to make your return convenient, easy, and hassle-free. (Meet & Greets over 20 miles away from Middleton will incur a $1/mile travel fee for each mile over the first 20.) My rates are very reasonable. Rather than charging by the hour, I charge by the day, which makes it much more affordable for my clients. I can provide references of past customers upon request. I am also available to watch your pet in my home (my dogs are very socialized with both dogs and cats), but I have found that it's more convenient for me, and far less stressful for your pet if they're allowed to stay in the comfort of their own home. Depending on your distance from me, I can visit your dog 2 - 3 times each day, at 30 - 45 minute intervals, or I can stay at your home for as long as you'd like me too, including overnights if that's what you prefer. I am very flexible and will work with you to set up a schedule and system that works best for you and your pet. You can also rest easy knowing that I am insured while in your home. I have experience administering medications for both cats and dogs. I will also walk them, play with them (of course), snuggle and love them, and whatever other activities you'd like me to do. I have taken care of as many as 5 dogs at one time for a week or more, so no pet sitting job is too difficult for me, because when you love animals like I do, it never seems like work. :)
I will happily watch your pet in my home, however I much prefer to travel to your home to take care of them, where they are happiest and the least stressed. I'm willing to travel anywhere, as long as my travel expenses are covered. Please contact me today for a quote, and also I invite you to read the testimonials provided by several of my past clients. Thank you for considering me for the care of your precious fur babies!
~ Lolly Winne
LollyPup Pet & House Sitting
F.A.Q.
1. How many visits are there per day? - The number of visits is determined by you, the pet owner. Normally, cats require only one or two visits per day, unless medications need to be given. Dogs usually have two to three visits per day at morning, midday and evening, but the number of visits and time of visits are at the client's discretion.
2. How long are the visits? - The length of each visit depends on the client's needs. The average visit lasts 30-45 minutes, but longer visits may be requested and the price would be adjusted accordingly.
3. Will you provide services other than animal care? - I can also bring in the mail, open/close blinds as needed, take out the trash, clean litter boxes as needed, turn lights on or off, etc. to provide your house the security it needs while you're away.
4. What will happen if my pet becomes ill while I am away? - You will sign a vet release form at the time of the first visit. If you're pet becomes ill while you are away, I will contact you first, unless I deem it to be an emergency. In the case of an emergency, I will take your pet to the vet you indicated on the vet release form. If their office is closed, I will take your pet to the emergency vet clinic.
5. Will you spend the night? - I am available to do overnight stays on most occasions. This type of visit usually requires more advance notice so that I can mark those dates on my calendar.
6. What if you are ill and can't take care of my pets? - If I have an emergency or become ill, my husband is my backup. In a pinch, we can also arrange for one of my children to assist. They both love dogs just as much as I do and are both very experienced, and will make sure your pet receives the same love and attention as well as the specific services you requested. RATES:
Please visit www.rover.com/sit/lollypup to see my current rates, however please text me directly at 315-542-2531 to book. Please do not book through Rover. Thank you!
- Prices for other services requested can be negotiated before the pet sit begins. transporting pet to groomer, veterinarian, etc.) BASIC SERVICES LIST:
- Fresh water each drop-in visit
- Fresh food each drop-in visit, or as instructed
- Medications/treatments given as required
- Litter box scooped each drop-in visit and changed weekly
- Fenced yard exercise/play time
- Dog walking (Additional fees apply)
- One-on-one personal attention & love
- Light brushing/combing (upon request)
- Clean up as needed in pet areas
- Cage "bedding" changes as needed
- Take pictures and/or video of your pet(s) and forward to you while you're away
- Check on welfare following severe storms (as needed)
- Play radio or TV
- BASIC SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR YOU AND YOUR HOME:
- Bring in mail, packages, and newspaper- Watering houseplants/garden (small fee depending on size/number of plants)
- Daily pet sit journal notes/texts and/or calls
- Turning lights on/off indoors and outdoors
- Open/close blinds or drapes
- Trash disposal
- Checking home/yard for discrepancies each visit
- Checking for storm damage
- Checking for power outages and water leaks
- Phone number available to call care provider as desired
FOR THE WORKING CLIENTS WHO CAN'T GET HOME:
- Noonday walks/potty visits
- Medication visits
- Checking on elderly or sick pets
- Assist with puppy house breaking
- Feeding
