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April's pet Sitting/Trainer
April's pet Sitting/Trainer

April's pet Sitting/Trainer

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Introduction
HI! My name is April and I was raised on a farm where I loved learning all of the personalities of the animals. I recognize that your pets are your “babies” and to me they are my #1 priority. I’m retired, full of energy, and sharing my love with dogs. Grandmothers go above and beyond with grandchildren, similar to what I can do for your pets. I specialize in delivering the utmost standard of care to all of my clients and their fur babies. I have a wide range of experience, including with celebrity and professional athlete clients. Attention to every detail is why most of my clients have been coming to me for years. Every detail is taken care of to give you peace of mind while you’re away. Please note: I only care for small/medium dogs. I do not pet sit in your home. Boarding is $60 per day Training With boarding $100.00 per day Via phone $50.00 per session Your location $150 per session Reviews, please take the time to read for I appreciate the time given by parents. I provide undivided attention in my home. I pick up and deliver. Pets will have free range in my home; I am a companion and trainer not a kennel. I am not a believer of placing in a room alone, they are always with me while away from you. With parent's permission, I will give rides to Lowe’s, Play Dates, and even a visit to you when possible! The gratitude I receive from taking care of someone’s dog is knowing that they’re not alone in a kennel with sad eyes. One on one time is very important to me, and provides great joy knowing that your pet is getting quality care, love, and enjoying their vacation time away from their parents while in my care.
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Hired 96 times

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47 years in business

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

Services offered
Dog training package

Puppy training

General obedience training

Dog size

Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)

Small (16 - 25 lbs)

Medium (26 - 40 lbs)

Dog training type

Private lessons

Board and train

Projects and media

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Projects and media

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Maggie N.
Feb 3, 2025
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I had a meet and greet with April and my dog Coco prior to his sleep over at April's. At the initial meeting, April asked about every detail concerning my dog’s schedule and his habits. She went over his behavior pattern, sleep pattern and his daily routine. April was very thorough; moreover, she left a toy with her scent on it, for Coco, which would prove to be a reminder of whom she was on the date of pick up. April picks up and delivers the dogs in her care based on your schedule. This is a major convenience. On the date of pick up, Coco ran to the door with the toy April had left him. This was an unsolicited act, and Coco has many toys he plays with. He obviously remembered April’s scent because he brought her the toy and dropped it at her feet before he jumped up in a greeting. Coco was comfortable getting in Aprils car-he was secured in a carseat for safety. There was an obvious moment of anxiety when Coco and I separated; 4 minutes later April sent a picture of Coco sound asleep in his car bed/seat. Aside from dealing with Coco, April had to deal with my separation anxiety. I was over the top and texted a number of times. The response was almost instantaneous with a reply, a description of an activity, or a picture. I have had Coco since October; he is about 2.5 years and came from a shelter with major anxiety in general and separation anxiety when left by either me or my husband and especially if we both left. Coco wanted the three of us together always. He would bark excessively if one of us were to leave. I just now witnessed his calmness when he thought one of us were leaving without him. I was told by a trainer I spoke with prior to April, that Coco was too old to be socialized; I was told that socialization takes place by 17 weeks and Coco has already decided he doesn’t want to trust male dogs and some female dogs. It was too late for Coco; that train ahd passed. He barked at many dogs prior ro his stay with April. I uploaded a picture below of Coco playing with one of the many dogs he played with this weekend, an activity I thought could never happen. The other 2 pictures are his after the week-end pictures coming home happy and content but tired. April is like a dog whisperer. Coco actually went outside looking for April’s car after she left. It was as if he wanted to go back on a vacation. Furthermore, Coco rarely allowed me to pick him up, unless he needed help into a car or was afraid of another dog which as often. He allowed me the privilege of just holding him until today with his arrival home, and after saying the magic word “UP”, a word April taught him and also me. It seems that Coco was having so much fun playing with other dogs he forgot to eat this morning. I would highly recommend April as a sitter and as a trainer. Coco seems more adjusted and much happier after only a couple of days away. April doesn’t believe in crates; never leaves your dog alone; and never puts him alone in a yard where he could dig his way out and become a flight risk and casualty. She pays attention to every detail and analyzes the situation and behavior of both owner and dog. You couldn’t ask for anyone more responsible individual caring for your beloved fur babies. April obviously loves what she is doing and loves animals. I would have given April more than 5 stars if that was an option. Thank you April for your calming effect on Coco. Finally, I was over the top protecting Coco from everything because of his rough start his first 2.5 years in life. April had to deal with me as well as Coco. She would text me back immediately with a response to a question, a description of an activity or with a picture. April explained that Coco’s rough start is no behind him. A happy ending to what had been a sad story.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Taking pet outside • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • Once in total • At the pro’s location

Pet Sitting
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Candace C.
Apr 30, 2025
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April is a kind professional who connects with pets and owners. After just one overnight with April, our dog wagged his tail and jumped into the car to be with April during a vacation we could not have enjoyed as much if he weren’t in her care.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Providing companionship • Providing exercise • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • At the pro’s location

Pet Sitting
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Lynn S.
Feb 25, 2025
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April was Pronto calling me back. We talked quite a while. She's a very pleasant person to talk to. Knowledgeable about dogs, we even have the same Vet. We set up a day for her to watch Dexter. He has separation anxiety and she had great suggestions as to how we were going to deal with this so Dexter would most likely be fine. Unfortunately I fractured my foot, & had to 😞 cancel. We never got to use April, but I will definitely use her whenever we are in Ft Myers. I don't want to lose contact with her. Good pet sitters are like good Dr's & hairdressers. Once you find a good one, you keep them. April seems like a perfect fit for us I can't wait to use her service. Just wish we didn't have to cancel our initial appt.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Providing companionship • Taking pet outside • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Yvette B.
Apr 1, 2025
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My boy was not overly stressed being away from me. This was terrific as we are hardly ever apart. I felt better knowing he was being cared for.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Providing companionship • Giving food and water • Providing exercise • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Cris G.
Jul 31, 2023
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Our experience with April was wonderful from beginning to end. It was our first time with a pet sitter and were nervous about leaving our pup. She came to meet us and the dog, brought him a toy and got to know all of us for about 20-30 minutes. Our pup loved her from the start! When we returned after 5 overnights, he was happy to be home, but happy to be around April as well. She went over some training tips, since he’s still a young dog, and we took notes. We will definitely go back to April again, in fact, we may book her for play dates and day care.

Details: 1 pet • Dog • 4 - 7 days

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