Canine Concierge Services was formed to provide pet care support services to dog owners in Vancouver, WA. We are here to help busy and overwhelmed pet dog parents meet the physical, mental, social & emotional needs of their dogs, especially those with medical or behavioral challenges. We offer daily visits & dog walks, training consults, light grooming, shopping, errands, medication administration and more. We may also provide referrals, or enlist the services of other trusted partners in our network depending on your dog's needs. We may recommend a doggy daycare, for instance, if that is something that we think would be beneficial to you and your dog, and if your dog is a good fit for that environment. We may also connect you with a certified, professional dog trainer or veterinary behaviorist if appropriate. We want to get you the support you need, even if it's something we can't provide.
Pet Care Philosophy: I have always felt that pets are a part of the family and I do everything I can to make my pets happy & to keep them healthy. I will care for your pets as if they were my own & I will respect their limitations and your guidelines for their care.
Training Philosophy: I adhere to the standards of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) & use learning theory & modern scientific evidence as a foundation for behavior modification. I believe in force-free, reward-based training only! I like to keep dogs under threshold, where their emotions aren't taking over their ability to learn, while gently pushing them outside of their comfort zone to help them grow and gain confidence. I believe in guiding dogs, establishing boundaries, building mutual respect and clearly communicating expectations to help dogs navigate the human world. I am always looking for opportunities to reward good behavior!
Background/Qualifications: I started working as a professional pet sitter over 10 years ago and have been sitting for friends, family & former fosters off and on ever since. I have been volunteering for shelters & rescues since 2001 (including a college internship at Wolf Haven International), and I have been fostering dogs for the past few years. I am a proud member of The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and supporting member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). I have been certified in pet first aid multiple times and make sure that I take a refresher course at least once/year. I also have pet first aid apps on my phone.