Barbara R. Pet Care Provider in Baxter, TN 38544

I have had dogs continuously for decades. Primary border collies, which I have trained for sheep herding but now just have as my companions. I consider myself to be an amateur dog trainer, as I have no formal training but follow the philosophy and methods of Patricia McConnell (Ph.D. Ethologist, dog behaviorist trainer) which is positive training. I was active in border collie rescue for many years as a foster guardian to many rescued BCs. I have also had several cats through my life. I have raised sheep and goats, so I know how to take care of farm animals. I have had my own horse and have ridden and handled horses for years. I follow natural horsemanship techniques. I know what to look for to tell if something is "off" (laminitis, colic, general injuries and unsoundness) in a horse and also in dogs, cats, and sheep and goats (parasites, limping, bloat, scours, etc.). I know how to give oral and intramuscular injections and take temperatures. I have done occasional pet-sitting over the last 4 years including for dogs, cats, bunnies, horses, goats, chickens, and ducks.

My charges have varied from $15 to $35 depending on the type and number of animals and how much work needs to be done. For feeding and letting out dogs out, and/or cats (feeding, litterbox cleaning) it is $15 to $20 per visit, depending on distance. For horses and farm animals, plus dogs and cats, it is $25 to $35 per visit which includes putting out and bringing in horses, putting on flymasks, feeding, watering including emptying and cleaning water tub when needed. I'll clean horse's stalls, but charge $3 a stall extra. I live about 6 miles outside of a very small town and 16 from the larger county seat, so am limited in the clients I can take on because of travel time. I am reliable, on-time, and trustworthy. References are available if needed.