Teena's Wagz & Whiskers

"I was rather frantic a couple years ago when we needed to leave for several days and knowing past experiences at kennels had been traumatic both for Jag, our Great Dane, and me. You can’t enjoy being away when every minute is spent worrying about your dog’s anxiety, gastric/intestinal upheaval, abandonment fears, discomfort in an unfamiliar environment, etc. And since most kennels cater to cat-sized dogs, finding sufficient space for a 150 pound Dane that would accommodate his height and space needs was basically impossible. We wanted him to stay in our home. Which he views as his kennel.nFortunately for us, our veterinarian had Teena King, owner of Wagz & Whiskers, on speed dial and directed us to her care. Teena responded immediately to both my request for “special treatment” and my post-traumatic stress from past experiences. Don’t laugh. I feel your head nodding.nWhether helping us out for noon-time outside breaks or staying at our home overnight for several days, we never worry. Her initial assessment of Jag, us, our home, expectations and so on was so thorough I was extremely impressed. She wanted to know us like she knows her own pets and family. After every visit Teena leaves a note on what she did, how Jag responded, and any particulars that may be important to us. My initial need to text her – frequently – was met with patience and support. Today, while I’m interested that all is going well if we’re gone, I truly enjoy our time away knowing it’s all under control. nThere are not enough positive words or examples to express how loving, conscientious, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and qualified Teena is. She has my highest recommendation!n"

—Tina King

"Traveling is much more pleasant when I know Teena is taking care of my two dogs and three cats. I have a complex cat situation (two cats hate each other) and I have to keep them separated - this includes shifting the cats between the house, a special cat room, and outside. With anybody else other that Teena, who is a stickler for detail, I'd worry that my cats would end up in a big fight and one would get a very expensive abscess which has happened twice before.nAnd my dogs, Haley and Cody, are relaxed and happy when we get home from a trip since Teena took them on walks and spent time playing with them.nI know my animals are getting the best care and it's a relief to be worry-free on vacation!nnShari Hanson "

—Tina King

"June 14, 2010nRe: Letter of ReferencenTo Whom It May Concern;nThe purpose of this letter is to provide a testimonial regarding the services of Teena Wags & Whiskers, and specifically Teena King.nWe have been accessing the services offered by Teena Wags & Whiskers since late 2009. Those services include pet-sitting our two indoor cats (five and six years old) and a 18 month old small dog (dachshund) as well as combined services consisting of house-sitting and pet-sitting overnight when our absence requires. Some of the combined house-sitting and pet-sitting has lasted up to ten days in length.nWithout reserve, we can attest to the very high quality and consistency of the services provided by Teena Wags & Whiskers. Teena is very professional and attentive to our needs. There has been no time that Teena has not met our expectations, in fact, it is more common for Teena to exceed our expectations by changing her pet-sitting schedules when our needs change, sometimes on a day notice, as well as when house-sitting, leaving the house in superb condition including laundry and minor housekeeping chores.nTo conclude, we are very pleased with the services provided by Teena Wags & Whiskers, and specifically Teena King, and would not hesitate to recommend those services without reservation.nFor additional information, we may be contacted at 503.537.7017.nDon and Pat HillmannNewberg, Oregon"

—Teena King