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Abby S.

Melbourne, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Not many animals I haven't loved!

Pet care experience

I've had animals my whole life. I owned and ran a sustainable farm for years and I have had experience with chickens, goats, horses, cows, sheep, snakes, etc. I was an exotic bird keeper for a Marine Life institute. I've worked for the Birmingham Zoo and I've also had my immortal cat for 21 years! (I've also been an RN for 17 years and caring is just what I do) I could never find anyone to sit for my dogs, and I don't want to board for every outing. So I decided to be part of the solution.

Reviews

Heriberto G.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 19, 2021
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Abby was absolutely wonderful to interact with. She brought a wealth of knowledge and experience when caring for our little furry ones and am glad to see that she was able to develop a great rapport with them. She was always great at sending us photos and making sure that we were up to date with all that happened from day to day. I highly recommend Abby if you need someone to look in on your pets!

Desiree' D.
Dog Walking • Sep 27, 2021
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Oh my gosh Abby is the best. I was nervous because my Bella is very fearful and doesn't really take to new people well. Abby did a great job and sent awesome pictures back. Will definitely use her again.

Noah L.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 25, 2021
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Perfect. Absolutely perfect no complaints. Great with the dogs and awesome personality. Was good with short notice and will definitely call her up again!

Lara M.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 08, 2021
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Abby was fantastic with my cat while I was on a business trip. She took photos during every drop in visit, posted updates on what he'd been doing and played with him. She even went above and beyond by cleaning the mess he made with his litter. ? I'll be booking Abby again next time I have to go out of town!

About Abby S.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience in animal behavior modification and believe in intermittent rewards without negative actions or words. I'm comfortable feeding, crating, walking, and interacting with most animals. I have trained service dogs, exotic birds, farm animals, and zoo animals in the past and feel confident in my ability to bond with your pet!

Information Abby S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know ahead of time if there are any special needs or concerns. My own dog has 3 legs, 1 ear, and only 50% of his teeth. That came with a level of grumpiness and fear in the beginning. So, I understand how issues need extra patience!

A typical day

Pets need activity and socialization! My job is to be both. I will talk to your pets like they were people and I'm sure we'll have great conversation on our way to check out every sight and smell in the neighborhood. I have a neighborhood equipped with awesome sidewalks, a field, and a park!

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Abby can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I'm currently flexible in what I do because I run my own small beauty studio, so I have control of my own schedule 100%. I simply book out times in my running agenda that interfaces with clients and personal so we always have an up to date plan!

About Abby S.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have experience in animal behavior modification and believe in intermittent rewards without negative actions or words. I'm comfortable feeding, crating, walking, and interacting with most animals. I have trained service dogs, exotic birds, farm animals, and zoo animals in the past and feel confident in my ability to bond with your pet!

Information Abby S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know ahead of time if there are any special needs or concerns. My own dog has 3 legs, 1 ear, and only 50% of his teeth. That came with a level of grumpiness and fear in the beginning. So, I understand how issues need extra patience!

A typical day

Pets need activity and socialization! My job is to be both. I will talk to your pets like they were people and I'm sure we'll have great conversation on our way to check out every sight and smell in the neighborhood. I have a neighborhood equipped with awesome sidewalks, a field, and a park!

Location

Melbourne, FL

Abby S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Abby S.

Melbourne, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews