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K9 Tropical Colonial Retreat (daycare/boarding Near Interlace Condo Semi-d)
Singapore
About Nic
Hi there, we're animal lovers and have grown up with animals all our lives. Having the luxury to have grown up in a house, my family would rescue dogs and cats that were being given up throughout my childhood. At 4 years old, I was bitten by one of our dogs and had to go for stitches. Thankfully, I don't remember too much from that and only have the scars to prove.
I've had dogs that owners couldn't care for anymore given to use and lived to their rightful age. Diana was a particular dog that was injured in factory accident and we cared for her till she was about 2 years old but had to put her down because of her medical complications. That was the first time I experienced lost. Subsequently, many dogs came and went but each time, they leave lasting lessons that has helped me with being a better animal guardian.
We currently have a Singapore mix and a Jack Russell Terrier. Both dogs behave well with other dogs as they are constantly exposed to new pals. They can both follow to instructions especially if you speak their 'currency' (food!!)
- Our Location -
Our location is ideal if you work around ARC, Alexandra Mapletree Business City, PSA Building, Google HQ, HP at Depot Road as you can drop your pet off and pick him/her up with ease. Located close to Mount Faber and Labrador Park, we get to explore many different areas on our daily walks.
My dogs are walked 2 - 6 times a day depending on their energy levels and are constantly around us, even at night. We live in nature so there are rarely any traffic noise. This will be a great escape for your dog if they do not like loud sounds. Your dogs has access to indoor and outdoor living spaces and can roam around freely in our fenced garden.
- About our dogs -
Zora, an 11 year old Singapore Mix, is calm in nature and will welcome new friends with ease. Zora's favourite pasttime is to hang out and the varanda and watch humans walk by. Old souls are welcome to hang out on sofas and doggie beds. Jingles, our 15 year old Jack Russell Terrier, still acts like a puppy and loves to play. She loves it when she has new pals to play with especially when she's still has so much energy stored in a little body.
- Our Training Methods -
We never believe in shouting or using physical force to correct a behavior. Instead we use encouragement through clickers and food currency and discouragement through startling and redirecting attention. We love Ian Dunbar SIRIUS Dog training methods too.
- What to expect -
Be it daycare or overnight stay, be assured that your pet will be treated like our own. Be assured that we will cater to your dogs needs.
Day Time:
We live in a house with a garden, your pet is allowed to roam freely inside and out. We walk the dogs together but may split them up depending on their energy level. Zora doesn't always come along as he is starting to get weaker. For Jingles, she gets about twice as much exercise as Zora eventhough shes older because she still has the energy of a puppy.
We leave antler dog chews around the house to keep our dog occupied and have extras for your pup too.
We burn lavender essential oils and play Calming Music for Dogs throughout the house (thanks to google home) to minimize their anxiety.
If your dog stays with us over the weekend, he/she might get to go to Sentosa. Of course a bath will also be provided if we do.
Meal Time:
Your pet will be fed in a separate area that will becordon off to minimize any stresses. Depending on your dogs temprement, we can also feed them in Kongs too.
If your pet requires cooked meals, kindly separate them into daily portions
Medication can also be administrated, kindly separate them into daily portions and lable if necessary
Bed Time:
Our dogs sleep in the same room as us so we will also prefer to invite your dog into our space however, if your dogs sleeps alone, we can also provide a separate room or playpen.
You have the option to access to a security camera at your pets designated resting area at an additional $5 per night .
Potty Time:
Our dogs pee on grass however if your pet pees on a pee pad, kindly inform us and we will follow through. Unfortunately we can only house dogs who are house-trained/potty trained.
Leaving the House:
In the event that we will have to leave the dogs alone, we have security carmeras to watch the dogs. The house is also big enough in the event that it is necessary to separate them. However as much as we can, we will bring the dogs with us whereever we go. We have an SUV where they can comfortably ride with us.
- Additional Services -
24hr Security Camera access at your pets resting area @ S$5 per day/night
Transportation Services can be provided to and fro @ S$25
Medical Appointments with your vet can be arranged @ S$50 per session. Includes the transportation and parking fees but does not include medical fees
Showering @ S$15 per session
Fees to be paid in advance
- Pet & Vaccinations Requirements -
To keep our pets and guest pets safe, we would only accept pets with all vaccinations, flee, tick and heartworm prevention up-to-date.
Are not aggressive towards other dogs
- Our Promise -
Your furkid will treated as our own. We understand that being in a new environment, he/she may be restless the first couple of nights therefore we try our best to minimize any stress using holistic methods of calming them like buring of essential oils, playing calming music throughout the house and give them a comfortable private space to rest.
- Dog Breeds cared for in the past -
Singapore Specials/ Mongrel
Jack Russell Terriers
Schnauzer
Golden Retriever
Australian Silky
Terrier Yorkshier Terrier
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavapoo
- Certificates & Training -
Simple Solutions for Common Dog Behavior & Training Problems, Dr Ian Dunbar
Certificate of Completion
Dog CPR, First Aid + Safety for pet pros + dedicated owners, Melanie Monteiro
Certificate of Completion
Nic offers ...
At Nic's home
Dog Boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's homefrom SGD 50 /night, SGD 20 /additional petDoggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's homefrom SGD 30 /day, SGD 25 /additional petAt your home
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your petfrom SGD 50 /nightOne home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your petfrom SGD 15 /day2x Home visit
Two drop-in visits for your petfrom SGD 25 /dayDog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walkfrom SGD 15 /walk, SGD 10 /additional petNic can accept
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