Adelina S.
Monterey, CA
I live and breathe animals!
Pet care experience
My name is Adelina Standish, Addy for short, and I know that I would be the perfect person to care for your animals! I’m a recent graduate from Colorado State University, where I studied Zoology, seeking a career as an animal behavior researcher, zookeeper, or somewhere in between! I completed a zookeeping internship at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo last summer working with the smaller monkeys, sloths, coatis, mountain tapirs, asiatic black bears, and rocky mountain goats, where I learned even more about animal husbandry and training! I also interned at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, where I was part of the Sea Otter Research and Conservation program, helping rehabilitate sea otters back to the wild! I am currently on my 3rd season of fieldwork on the Carmel River, rescuing and relocating endangered tadpoles. I am extremely passionate about animal welfare, so you can ensure I will take great care and detail when caring for your pets. As far as my experience goes, I have worked with dogs, cats, horses, reptiles, and livestock, exotic wildlife, and I am open to working with more species! My family has always had lots of dogs, some households with over 5 at a time, and I have had to care for them several times by myself. I have dealt with problems like separation anxiety, leash pulling, and senior problems, such as incontinence and dementia. I have also had to care for them and my own dog after surgeries, such as changing bandages and dressings, and giving them medicines, both pill and shot forms. I also frequently cared for my neighbor’s dog and cats, as well as friends’ pets, including a snake! In high school, I worked as a barn manager and horse leader for Ride to Walk, an equine therapy facility that helps kids and young adults with disabilities physically, mentally, and emotionally. My job included grooming, tacking, and leading horses during the therapy sessions, as well as prioritizing the safety and happiness of everyone involved, including the horses. At CSU, I continued that by volunteering every week with their therapeutic riding program. Additionally, I have further experience with caring for horses; I would watch my grandma's property, which included caring for her 3-5 horses, all with varying needs. I have dressed wounds, soaked hooves in Epsom salt baths, hand fed hay cubes to her aging horse, and helped with training. Now having some professional experience, I know and love animals, I have spent my whole life caring for them, and I plan to spend my future caring for them! I am highly self-motivated, hard-working, and responsible, and I would love to show you all I can do for you and your pets! I am so excited to meet you and your pets, and hopefully create a healthier and happier life for everyone! Additionally, ask me about painting - I have been commissioned for portraits of pets! Check out my art instagram, @adelinarose_art to see the work I’ve done in the past!
Reviews
Adelina was great! She not only exercised our crazy furbaby, but worked with her and her people shyness!! Thanks for everything. :)
Adelina was the best, highly recommended and whom I’d always choose for any future house or dog sitting needs. A++++
Addie was a great first time dog sitter for us. She was very attentive and actively walked our dog over the course of 4 hours. Highly recommend.
Adelina has been a huge help! She has gone above and beyond with my pups drop in walks!! She’s dependable and flexible and really there to help! I will definitely continue to use her services!
About Adelina S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I dog sit, unless I’m working during the day, I will be with your pets and can keep an eye on them, give them love and walks and whatever else they need. I’m very watchful for low water bowls and behaviors indicating they need more stimulation, so you can be assured they will be in safe hands!
Information Adelina S. would like to know about your pet
I was bit in the face two years ago by a dog I was watching from Rover, so if your dog has any aggressive behavior towards people, I’d encourage you to find someone else! I would also like to know if your dog has any other behavior or health issues, in order to maintain the betterment of everyone and every dog involved.
A typical day
I know of a few different dog parks around the area, as well as tons of hiking trails that allow dogs, some which include water spots so they do not get too hot in the summer months. I will gladly play with your dog(s) with their favorite toys in the park, at the house, or maybe their favorite secret spot! Additionally, to keep their minds stimulated, I have several tricks to teach, including a search game for your dog to utilize their keen sense of smell!
Services
Adelina can watch in your home
Availability
I’m currently working part-time until my season starts, so my days are very flexible to caring for your pets. I also have my own car and am willing to travel to you.
About Adelina S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I dog sit, unless I’m working during the day, I will be with your pets and can keep an eye on them, give them love and walks and whatever else they need. I’m very watchful for low water bowls and behaviors indicating they need more stimulation, so you can be assured they will be in safe hands!
Information Adelina S. would like to know about your pet
I was bit in the face two years ago by a dog I was watching from Rover, so if your dog has any aggressive behavior towards people, I’d encourage you to find someone else! I would also like to know if your dog has any other behavior or health issues, in order to maintain the betterment of everyone and every dog involved.
A typical day
I know of a few different dog parks around the area, as well as tons of hiking trails that allow dogs, some which include water spots so they do not get too hot in the summer months. I will gladly play with your dog(s) with their favorite toys in the park, at the house, or maybe their favorite secret spot! Additionally, to keep their minds stimulated, I have several tricks to teach, including a search game for your dog to utilize their keen sense of smell!
Location
Monterey, CA
Adelina S.
Monterey, CA