A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME
Blind Dog dog walking and pet care in Reno, Nevada was born from an animal rescue. We adopted a small dog who was blind from birth. At first we couldn't touch him and now he hikes trails with us. The joy we see in him when we take him for a walk is overwhelming. I realized how much it means for dogs to get outside on a regular basis.
I grew up around dogs, cats, horses, chickens, and on ranches. I am a part of the Natural Resources and Animal Sciences academy at my high school and have taken multiple animal and vet classes. I'm turning my passion into a business and hope to share some joy with your animals. I take your animal's safety very seriously. I am licensed and insured, first aid and CPR certified, professional and caring.
BLIND DOG SERVICES AND FEES
30 MINUTE WALK
30 min: $25.00
A nice 30-minute walk around your neighborhood. Familiar smells and a welcome routine to keep your dog in tiptop shape and a bright frame of mind. Up to 2 same household dogs per walk.
60 MINUTE HIKE
We safely pick up your dog and head to a dog-friendly hiking trail. Different smells, different places to pee, and plenty of fresh mountain air. Great for the more high energy dogs.
60 min: $55.00
BELLY RUB
15 min: $15.00
This is perfect for sick or older dogs who aren't able to get out and walk. The visit includes play time, or just a belly rub, and a potty break. We can refill food and water if needed. If you would like you may request watering houseplants, collecting mail, etc.
VACATION PET SITTING
12 hours: $90.00
If you're headed on a much needed vacation but would like to leave your pets at home we will stay in your house overnight for 10-12 hours. Your pets will get all the cuddles they want and no jail time in a kennel. Includes cats, chickens, rabbits and more. Larger animal care upon request.
SOME HAPPY CLIENTS
POLICIES, PROCEDURES, & STUFF
Initial Consultations
Complimentary consultations are scheduled for 30 minutes and we will use this time to ensure that we are the right match for your pets. We will discuss care instructions for your pet, review required paperwork, and we will collect house keys at this time. Additional meetings can be scheduled for $15. This includes additional visits for alarm instruction, new key exchange, etc.
Keys
One house key copy is to be picked up at the initial consult. Keys are kept on file with no identifiable information which will make emergency and other short notice bookings worry-free. Alternatively, a house key could be kept in a lock box outside your home. Key will be returned with no charge upon cancellation of contract.
Cancellations or Change of Plans
To avoid being charged, dog walks or visits must be cancelled with at least 24 hours notice. For pet-sitting services, non-holiday sitting must be cancelled with at least 48 hours notice. Holiday pet sitting during the week of Thanksgiving and the week of, before AND after Christmas, along with Easter, Memorial Day weekend, Independence Day, and Labor Day weekend require a 2-week cancellation notice. If you wake up sick or decide to work from home one morning, your dog would still love to have its scheduled walk or outdoor playtime. If this is the case, then we would appreciate a text or email so that we are not startled with someone in the home.
Visit Times
We do our best to accommodate your preferences, however, exact visit times are not guaranteed.
Visit Check Ins
Clients will be contacted via text upon start and end of each visit unless otherwise requested.
Dog Walking During Inclement Weather
Walks may be shortened and substituted with indoor playtime in the case of thunderstorms, heavy rain, blizzard conditions, and extreme cold.
Birds, Fish, & Other Animals
In addition to cats and dogs, we are available to care for small birds, chicken, rodents, small mammals, and other animals. Please call for further information about large animal care.
Aggressive Animals
Pet sitting contracts may be canceled at any time if the pet exhibits aggressive behaviors that we consider to be too dangerous for continuation of visits. In cases like these, we will try to make contact with the owner and if unsuccessful, the emergency contact person will be notified, followed by transfer of services to a boarding facility in which the pet owner will assume full responsibility of any fees incurred by such facility.
Payments
All dog walking and belly rub services will be billed biweekly. Pet sitting services are due in full prior to scheduled services. Payment can be made via cash, check, or Venmo.
Holidays
Visits on the following holidays will be charged an additional $5: New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, & Christmas Day.