Abby C.
Lakeville, MN
Experienced Pet Sitter and Walker
Pet care experience
Hi! My name is Abby and I would love to be your pet sitter! I’d love to meet you and your pet after we chat and get some details squared away. Please let me know if you would prefer I’d wear a mask when we meet. I currently live in Lakeville! I have experience working with a range of animals by running a Guinea pig foster-based rescue, experience at a doggy daycare, a veterinary hospital as a kennel assistant- caring for boarding, grooming, and surgery pets. I have experience as a technician assistant/receptionist at North Branch Vet. This not only involves working with clients, but understanding patients needs. I have experience with dogs, cats, guinea pigs, chickens, hamsters, and lots of other companion animals. I genuinely enjoy caring for any type of pet, and I love learning new things, so don’t be afraid to ask me to care for a unique type of pet! I am good at reading challenging dogs’ language, and I am also good with dogs that get anxious easily. I can care for dogs ranging in age, although puppy care does require a bit of extra effort. I am more than happy to do activity as simple as give your pet company while they relax with potty breaks. I also love to do activities and have fun with animals, like my own Australian Shepard, Winnie, Great Dane, Reuben, my maine coon, Juneau, Manx, named “Turkey” and my multiple guinea pigs. Although cats are a much different species than dogs, I have just as much intuition and experience caring for them as well. Having two of my own, I know how much their personalities can range, and I am accustomed to being flexible with their personal needs. If your dog is friendly to other dogs, I would love to bring my own Australian Shepherd or Great Dane along to overnight bookings to play and be friends with your dog! I’m excited to get to know you and your pet, please request me anytime!
Reviews
Abby C. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.
Abby C. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.
Abby was awesome!! I will use her again for sure. Thank you!
Abby did a great job watching our two dogs while we were out of town. She was very professional and communicated with us during our trip to give us quick updates on how the dogs were doing. We will happily use her again if the need arises.
About Abby C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will be sure your pet is always in sight when going outside, or always on a leash if you do not have a fenced yard. I will take precautions to make sure your animals do not escape when I am entering or exiting the house by being aware of their presence when opening or shutting doors, or making sure to block their potential exits when I am entering or exiting. I will be sure to secure any cages, kennels or enclosures, along with your residence when I leave for any reason, assuring neither your pet will be safe while alone while also not getting into mischief.
Information Abby C. would like to know about your pet
I have experience with all types of pets and personalities ranging from timid, shy, nervous pets, to high energy ones. Something I would need to know before pet sitting your dog or cat, is if they have ever been aggressive, unsure, or nipped at any people or other pets. By knowing this info, it helps me to survey how to approach your pet for the first time without alarming them, and if I need to be cautions about any interactions with other people or pets. If I were to take your dog out on a leash, to the park, or to the vet, it is essential I know this information for the safety of your dog, myself, and others. If I am pet sitting your cat, I would need to know this type of information I case they became loose outside, or if I were to take them to the vet. I would also like to know if your pet is up to date on all of their vaccinations. It is important to know this if I would bring your pet out to public places, or happen to receive an injury from your pet at any time. A few things I would like for you to provide for me while I stay at your house (for any type of animal) are: Emergency contacts for me while you are away (this can be close friends, neighbors, or family. Anyone who can help in an emergency), preferred veterinarian, and any codes for locks. You can provide this information for me after we meet, in the form of a note or a write-up here on Rover.
A typical day
While I am with your pet, I will follow any directions that you leave for me. Preferably, I will try to keep your pets schedule similar to what they are used to. A regular routine helps to keep anxious or stressed pets calm during your time away, which I am very experienced with. If your pet is more active, I am willing to bring them on any walks that they may be used to, or may require. Especially if you live in an apartment complex, or your yard is not fenced, I will be taking them out on the leash. More specific details of your pets preferences can be discussed more with me when we meet. If your pet does not require regular walks, I am also familiar with “potty break” routines.
Services
Abby can watch in your home
Availability
Your booking is priority one, and is always completed before other work is done. If you are requesting house sitting, I’ll be with your pet until I have to leave to briefly care for my own pets. If your dog is well behaved, I would have no problem bringing them along with me when I run around town. If you are requesting drop in visits or dog walking, I will be able to attend your home whenever you book me. I’m available throughout the day, up until 10pm.
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About Abby C.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will be sure your pet is always in sight when going outside, or always on a leash if you do not have a fenced yard. I will take precautions to make sure your animals do not escape when I am entering or exiting the house by being aware of their presence when opening or shutting doors, or making sure to block their potential exits when I am entering or exiting. I will be sure to secure any cages, kennels or enclosures, along with your residence when I leave for any reason, assuring neither your pet will be safe while alone while also not getting into mischief.
Information Abby C. would like to know about your pet
I have experience with all types of pets and personalities ranging from timid, shy, nervous pets, to high energy ones. Something I would need to know before pet sitting your dog or cat, is if they have ever been aggressive, unsure, or nipped at any people or other pets. By knowing this info, it helps me to survey how to approach your pet for the first time without alarming them, and if I need to be cautions about any interactions with other people or pets. If I were to take your dog out on a leash, to the park, or to the vet, it is essential I know this information for the safety of your dog, myself, and others. If I am pet sitting your cat, I would need to know this type of information I case they became loose outside, or if I were to take them to the vet. I would also like to know if your pet is up to date on all of their vaccinations. It is important to know this if I would bring your pet out to public places, or happen to receive an injury from your pet at any time. A few things I would like for you to provide for me while I stay at your house (for any type of animal) are: Emergency contacts for me while you are away (this can be close friends, neighbors, or family. Anyone who can help in an emergency), preferred veterinarian, and any codes for locks. You can provide this information for me after we meet, in the form of a note or a write-up here on Rover.
A typical day
While I am with your pet, I will follow any directions that you leave for me. Preferably, I will try to keep your pets schedule similar to what they are used to. A regular routine helps to keep anxious or stressed pets calm during your time away, which I am very experienced with. If your pet is more active, I am willing to bring them on any walks that they may be used to, or may require. Especially if you live in an apartment complex, or your yard is not fenced, I will be taking them out on the leash. More specific details of your pets preferences can be discussed more with me when we meet. If your pet does not require regular walks, I am also familiar with “potty break” routines.
Location
Lakeville, MN
Pets
Abby C.
Lakeville, MN