Sid and Tapka's Getaway Services - In Home Pet Sitting - Worcester, NY
Hi, my name is Lynette N. Henry, but everyone calls me Nickey (middle name's Nicole).
I was born in South America, raised in Boston, MA, and educated in Brooklyn, NY. I've been a caregiver of dogs for over 15 years. My business started in the Fort Greene/Clinton Hill area Brooklyn, NY in 2008. Home visits to dogs (cats also; clean/change litter box and feedings), taking them out for 1/2 hr to 1 hour walks, individual and pack walk.
In 2016, I moved to upstate NY, Otsego County.
I offer open kennel boarding in my home. It is a working farmer, my exboyfriend has goats and the guests have full view of them from the backyard. The yard is fenced in, and just about 1/2 an acre, that buts up to the pond. (which my water-loving breeds take full advantage of).
In addition, guest get 2-5 mile daily walks, weather permitting.... it takes a horrendous downpour for the hardiest to give up an outing. Photos and videos sent daily
I also offer housesitting for those furbabies who prefer to stay at home. Besides daily walks, frolicking in the backyard, feeding, meds administered, water changed, and photos & videos sent daily... mail is collected, plants are watered and house cleaning kept up.
*Let's set up a meet & greet! They can be done in person or via video chat (if you are outside of 25 miles or out of state).
[*A meet & greet must be scheduled for all new clients... I don't not take on new clients without a meet & greet.]
Thanking you in advance for choosing me.
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Pricing Packages
Your pet will stay in my home, receive 3- 4 walks daily (weather permitting), meals and bathroom breaks every 2-4 hrs. You supply food, bowls, and bedding (if not possible, I do have bedding and bowls).
I will stay in your home and keep your pets daily routes going... they won't even notice your gone.... in addition, clean up the house/property and collect the mail.
How do you serve precious pets?
- In Home Pet Sitting
- Dog Walking
- Pet Meds Administration
- Pet Boarding
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Cats
- Chickens
- Dogs
- Goats
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 1 week notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
NY State
What year did you begin serving pets?
2008
How did you hone your craft?
I was already a dog owner (2l and also fostered before acquired my 1st 2. My dogwalker suggested I take on one of her clients, cause I was complaining about my desk job. I quit my desk job after about a month, and started full-time. I have not looked back.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Get rid of your retractable leash, you will have a much stronger connection to your pup, plus build up some nice "guns" (biceps).
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
That your furbabies will be cared for as you specify and as family at all times.
How do you serve precious pets?
- In Home Pet Sitting
- Dog Walking
- Pet Meds Administration
- Pet Boarding
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Cats
- Chickens
- Dogs
- Goats
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 1 week notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
NY State
What year did you begin serving pets?
2008
How did you hone your craft?
I was already a dog owner (2l and also fostered before acquired my 1st 2. My dogwalker suggested I take on one of her clients, cause I was complaining about my desk job. I quit my desk job after about a month, and started full-time. I have not looked back.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Get rid of your retractable leash, you will have a much stronger connection to your pup, plus build up some nice "guns" (biceps).
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
That your furbabies will be cared for as you specify and as family at all times.
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