William S.
Highland Park, NJ
Dog Enthusiast
Pet care experience
I do not have any pets of my own, but have loved animals from a very young age. I am known among friends and family as an animal lover, and known to be good with them— I am well liked by all of my friends/ family members/ neighbors’ pets. I know many of the dogs in my neighborhood by name and often say hi to them. I am patient, gentle, calm, and responsive, and enjoy learning and following dogs’ body language and boundaries. I am also consistent and firm, and a good fit for dogs who are being socialized or trained. I enjoy meeting and getting to know dogs who might be more shy, skittish, or reactive, and don’t mind if they take a little time to warm up to me (they usually do fairly quickly!). People often tell me they are surprised by how quickly their pets warmed up to me, and that their pets are more comfortable with me than most people. I am a lover of long walks and taking in nature, and am a good match for dogs that take a slower pace and like to amble and sniff, as well as dogs that benefit from longer walks.
Reviews
Will provided a last minute drop in for my dog and cat and I couldn’t be more grateful. My pets were well cared for and Will is a natural animal lover. Highly recommend!
As always, it was great to have you as a dog walker. Thank you William!
William S. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.
William did a fantastic job, went above and beyond. Will use him again!
About William S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am an alert pedestrian used to paying attention to my surroundings. As someone who walks as my primary mode of transportation and enjoys spending time outside, I am aware of the safest and easiest places to cross streets, the quietest areas, the local parks, and general traffic patterns in the area, as well as the times of day when other dogs tend to be out and about. I am also very neat and tidy and respectful of people’s homes, belongings, and routines. I will never bring other people or animals into your home without your awareness and consent (I don’t double book dog walks, for example). I am comfortable with a variety of entry methods and security systems, and will always keep codes/ keys to your home private and secure.
Information William S. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any particular needs, follows specific/ unusual commands, or has any behaviors to correct or watch out for. I have a lot of experience with and specialize in working with anxious and reactive dogs, so as a rule, I tend to avoid other animals and humans when out for walks.
A typical day
I love playing fetch and other games with dogs. I am happy to stick to a dog’s known routine, but also enjoy finding new routes to go on each walk so they get more enrichment opportunities.
Services
William can watch in your home
Availability
I have a very flexible schedule. I am often available during the day as well as mornings and evenings. I am often available on weekends as well.
About William S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am an alert pedestrian used to paying attention to my surroundings. As someone who walks as my primary mode of transportation and enjoys spending time outside, I am aware of the safest and easiest places to cross streets, the quietest areas, the local parks, and general traffic patterns in the area, as well as the times of day when other dogs tend to be out and about. I am also very neat and tidy and respectful of people’s homes, belongings, and routines. I will never bring other people or animals into your home without your awareness and consent (I don’t double book dog walks, for example). I am comfortable with a variety of entry methods and security systems, and will always keep codes/ keys to your home private and secure.
Information William S. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any particular needs, follows specific/ unusual commands, or has any behaviors to correct or watch out for. I have a lot of experience with and specialize in working with anxious and reactive dogs, so as a rule, I tend to avoid other animals and humans when out for walks.
A typical day
I love playing fetch and other games with dogs. I am happy to stick to a dog’s known routine, but also enjoy finding new routes to go on each walk so they get more enrichment opportunities.
Location
Highland Park, NJ
William S.
Highland Park, NJ