Benjamin K.
Midtown, CA
Life should be ruff, not rough!
Pet care experience
Welcome to my profile! I have been off the market for new clients during my first years of my PhD program, but am so excited to again be accepting new cat AND dog clients. I am a gentle, caring provider who is full of love and compassion for animals. I have had up to five dogs (and cats) at a time my entire life and have been volunteering and working in shelters/boarding kennels since I was 8 years old. I am a responsible, professional, active provider who is available to exercise your dog and take them on adventures or give them some intense TLC time at home. I have cared for dogs and cats all over the country and am a dedicated, respected care provider. In Vermont, I was on the board of a local rescue organization. In Baltimore, we fostered special needs dogs and kittens. I recently moved to San Diego for a PhD program and have continued fostering for local rescue organizations; I'd love to talk more about working with you!
Reviews
Ben was awesome! Felt very confident leaving my two cats in his hands. Came back and they were very relaxed and happy. Would recommend Ben to everyone!
Benjamin took great care of Ellie, and he communicated well with us and kept us posted on how she was doing. She clearly felt he was a good caretaker. Highly recommend!
Ben is a caring and very involved pet sitter/walker. He is very knowledgeable with dogs and exercises great judgement. I would recommend him to anyone!
Ben is one of the most responsible and kind people that I know. He also happens to love dogs more than just about anyone I've ever met! He has spent years volunteering with a local dog shelter and has a wealth of knowledge about all things pet-sitting. I cannot recommend him highly enough as a potential sitter!
About Benjamin K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I respect your pet, their needs, and their schedule and am happy to follow any routine that you share with me. I want to make sure that they are as comfortable as possible in your absence!
Information Benjamin K. would like to know about your pet
I do not have any breed preference and am open to any dogs from chihuahuas to mastiffs and anything in between. All that I need to know is if your dog is aggressive with strangers, and how they behave around other dogs so that I am aware of how to interact with other dogs on walks/in public.
A typical day
I have a car and am willing to take dogs with me to explore the town, from the water to the mountains. I am very active and have taken dogs on runs, swims, and hikes with me. If your pup isn't into extreme doggy sports, I am just as happy to snuggle up on the couch and give them all the scratches they could ever want.
Services
Benjamin can watch in your home
Availability
I am a PhD student and education consultant with a relatively flexible schedule. While I am not currently able to board pets in my own home due to our current fur babies' needs, I am able to travel.
About Benjamin K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I respect your pet, their needs, and their schedule and am happy to follow any routine that you share with me. I want to make sure that they are as comfortable as possible in your absence!
Information Benjamin K. would like to know about your pet
I do not have any breed preference and am open to any dogs from chihuahuas to mastiffs and anything in between. All that I need to know is if your dog is aggressive with strangers, and how they behave around other dogs so that I am aware of how to interact with other dogs on walks/in public.
A typical day
I have a car and am willing to take dogs with me to explore the town, from the water to the mountains. I am very active and have taken dogs on runs, swims, and hikes with me. If your pup isn't into extreme doggy sports, I am just as happy to snuggle up on the couch and give them all the scratches they could ever want.
Location
San Diego, CA
Pets
Benjamin K.
Midtown, CA