FAQs
GENERAL FAQ
I LIKE YOUR BUSINESS HOW CAN I HIRE YOU?
Just give us a call or send us an e-mail. We'll go from there. We will set-up an appointment where I come to your house meet the dog (if I haven't before), get the keys (if necessary) and you have to fill out some "new client" paper work.
DO YOU TAKE ANY DOG?
No. Pet care is a very personal business if I have the feeling I am not getting along with a dog I will not take him.
DO YOU TAKE CREDIT CARDS?
Not yet! Working on it.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT HOW MY DOG IS DOING DURING PLAYTIME?
It's very simple if you wish I can send you e-mail updates, text messages or call you. You are also invited to check our photo section with pictures from the play date.
I DON'T WISH TO HAVE MY DOGS PICTURE ON YOUR WEBSITE!
No problem, just let me know and I won't put them up.
CAN I HIRE YOU TO TRAIN MY DOG?
No. All dogs in my care are getting basic leash and social manner training that's part of the package.
Even though I have plenty of experience and background in training dogs, I am not a certified trainer. However, if you have training questions I am happy to answer them to my best knowledge or if you need a trainer I am happy to recommend one.
FAQ ABOUT DOG WALKING
WHY SHOULD I HIRE YOU IF THE KID DOWN THE STREET JUST CHARGES $10?
I don't know about the kid down the street but I know that I have plenty of experience in training and walking dogs. If your dog is well leash trained I make sure to keep up the training. If your dog is not leash trained I make sure to teach basic leash training on our walks.
WHEN I BOOK YOU FOR 60 MIN HOW LONG WILL MY DOG(S) GET ACTUAL PLAYTIME?
60 min. means 60 min. If you live close to a dog park your dog might be gone for 80-90 minutes. If you live far, depending on traffic your dog might be gone for 2 hrs.
WHY DO YOU CHARGE THE SAME RATE FOR HIKING, WALKING & DOG PARK? OTHER DOG WALKERS CHARGE MORE FOR HIKING AND LESS FOR DOG PARKS!
I'll like to mix it up. Dogs need stimulation just like humans. Doing the same thing day in and day out is boring for me and the dogs. Everybody has its own system. For me it's the same amount of work and responsibility if I go hiking, walking or "just" to the park.
HOW MANY DOGS DO YOU TAKE AT ONCE?
It depends on the size and disposition of the dogs. Usually not more than 4 sometimes 6 if I take my own two dogs with me.
I DON'T WANT MY DOG WITH OTHER DOGS!
It's totally up to you, you are the paying customer you decide what you think works best for your dog. However, my experience showed me that dogs actually do better in a pack.
MY DOG IS OLD, WILL YOU STILL TAKE HIM HIKING?
It all depends on the individual dog. If the dog has known health issues I will most likely not take him on a hike. All this will be discussed at our first meeting.
WILL YOU TAKE MY DOG OUT IN A STROLLER?
No, absolutely not. Unless your dog has severe medical condition where he is not able to stand or walk on his own.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?
Unless there is a hurricane I am still taking the dogs!
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY DOG GETS HURT?
Knock on wood, so far nothing has happened yet! There is no guarantee, accidents do happen. If something happens I have a first aid kit for minor injuries in my car. If a vet is needed the dog will be transported to the vet immediately.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IF A DOG GETS BIT BY A RATTLESNAKE?
Yes, I do! In addition I carry a cell phone with GPS with me to find the nearest vet asap.
FAQ ABOUT BOARDING
WHERE IS YOUR BOARDING FACILITY?
It's not a kennel, it's my private home in Studio City. Your dog will stay at my house with my dogs therefore I only take 2 dogs max. at a time.
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY MONEY?
I don't have a backyard which means that your dog gets a lot of walks and exercise. Unlike a kennel it's a very calm and serene place for your dog to be. Your dog will be in a stable family situation for the entire duration of the stay. No stress, just fun!
WHEN I TRAVEL I USUALLY MISS MY DOGS. CAN I CALL YOU FOR UPDATES?
I have dogs, too and I am the same way. You can call me as much as you want. If you are near a computer I am happy to turn on the webcam for you and/or send your e-mail updates.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WHEN I DROP OFF MY DOG AT YOUR HOUSE?
Nothing, honestly. We have beds, toys, everything a dog needs.
DO YOU SUPPLY FOOD?
Food is included in the daily rate. However, I recommend to bring your own food, most dogs react with a sensitive stomach to a sudden food change.
WHAT KIND OF FOOD ARE YOU FEEDING?
Canidae Dry Food
WHAT ARE THE PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF TIMES?
It's 24 hour check-in check out policy. Meaning you drop-off your dog at 3PM you have 'till 2:59PM the next day before the next day rate starts.
FAQ ABOUT DOG PARK WORKSHOP
FAQ ABOUT K9 MATCHMAKER
FAQ ABOUT DOGGY FAT FARM
Just give us a call or send us an e-mail. We'll go from there. We will set-up an appointment where I come to your house meet the dog (if I haven't before), get the keys (if necessary) and you have to fill out some "new client" paper work.
DO YOU TAKE ANY DOG?
No. Pet care is a very personal business if I have the feeling I am not getting along with a dog I will not take him.
DO YOU TAKE CREDIT CARDS?
Not yet! Working on it.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT HOW MY DOG IS DOING DURING PLAYTIME?
It's very simple if you wish I can send you e-mail updates, text messages or call you. You are also invited to check our photo section with pictures from the play date.
I DON'T WISH TO HAVE MY DOGS PICTURE ON YOUR WEBSITE!
No problem, just let me know and I won't put them up.
CAN I HIRE YOU TO TRAIN MY DOG?
No. All dogs in my care are getting basic leash and social manner training that's part of the package.
Even though I have plenty of experience and background in training dogs, I am not a certified trainer. However, if you have training questions I am happy to answer them to my best knowledge or if you need a trainer I am happy to recommend one.
FAQ ABOUT DOG WALKING
WHY SHOULD I HIRE YOU IF THE KID DOWN THE STREET JUST CHARGES $10?
I don't know about the kid down the street but I know that I have plenty of experience in training and walking dogs. If your dog is well leash trained I make sure to keep up the training. If your dog is not leash trained I make sure to teach basic leash training on our walks.
WHEN I BOOK YOU FOR 60 MIN HOW LONG WILL MY DOG(S) GET ACTUAL PLAYTIME?
60 min. means 60 min. If you live close to a dog park your dog might be gone for 80-90 minutes. If you live far, depending on traffic your dog might be gone for 2 hrs.
WHY DO YOU CHARGE THE SAME RATE FOR HIKING, WALKING & DOG PARK? OTHER DOG WALKERS CHARGE MORE FOR HIKING AND LESS FOR DOG PARKS!
I'll like to mix it up. Dogs need stimulation just like humans. Doing the same thing day in and day out is boring for me and the dogs. Everybody has its own system. For me it's the same amount of work and responsibility if I go hiking, walking or "just" to the park.
HOW MANY DOGS DO YOU TAKE AT ONCE?
It depends on the size and disposition of the dogs. Usually not more than 4 sometimes 6 if I take my own two dogs with me.
I DON'T WANT MY DOG WITH OTHER DOGS!
It's totally up to you, you are the paying customer you decide what you think works best for your dog. However, my experience showed me that dogs actually do better in a pack.
MY DOG IS OLD, WILL YOU STILL TAKE HIM HIKING?
It all depends on the individual dog. If the dog has known health issues I will most likely not take him on a hike. All this will be discussed at our first meeting.
WILL YOU TAKE MY DOG OUT IN A STROLLER?
No, absolutely not. Unless your dog has severe medical condition where he is not able to stand or walk on his own.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?
Unless there is a hurricane I am still taking the dogs!
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY DOG GETS HURT?
Knock on wood, so far nothing has happened yet! There is no guarantee, accidents do happen. If something happens I have a first aid kit for minor injuries in my car. If a vet is needed the dog will be transported to the vet immediately.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IF A DOG GETS BIT BY A RATTLESNAKE?
Yes, I do! In addition I carry a cell phone with GPS with me to find the nearest vet asap.
FAQ ABOUT BOARDING
WHERE IS YOUR BOARDING FACILITY?
It's not a kennel, it's my private home in Studio City. Your dog will stay at my house with my dogs therefore I only take 2 dogs max. at a time.
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY MONEY?
I don't have a backyard which means that your dog gets a lot of walks and exercise. Unlike a kennel it's a very calm and serene place for your dog to be. Your dog will be in a stable family situation for the entire duration of the stay. No stress, just fun!
WHEN I TRAVEL I USUALLY MISS MY DOGS. CAN I CALL YOU FOR UPDATES?
I have dogs, too and I am the same way. You can call me as much as you want. If you are near a computer I am happy to turn on the webcam for you and/or send your e-mail updates.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WHEN I DROP OFF MY DOG AT YOUR HOUSE?
Nothing, honestly. We have beds, toys, everything a dog needs.
DO YOU SUPPLY FOOD?
Food is included in the daily rate. However, I recommend to bring your own food, most dogs react with a sensitive stomach to a sudden food change.
WHAT KIND OF FOOD ARE YOU FEEDING?
Canidae Dry Food
WHAT ARE THE PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF TIMES?
It's 24 hour check-in check out policy. Meaning you drop-off your dog at 3PM you have 'till 2:59PM the next day before the next day rate starts.
FAQ ABOUT DOG PARK WORKSHOP
FAQ ABOUT K9 MATCHMAKER
FAQ ABOUT DOGGY FAT FARM