Alan & April M.
brookfield, IL
Experienced dog walker Pet Sitter!
Pet care experience
There really is nothing like getting to see the smile on a cat or pup’s face! Dogs and cats give so much to us, so I’m very happy to have the chance to give back to them as a sitter. I’ve been a lifelong lover of dogs and cats and getting to take care of them professionally really is a dream come true for me. Getting to spend time with dogs and cats makes me happier than anything I can think of, so I definitely have a big passion for taking care of them! I have many years of taking care of dogs and other pets. I grew up around dogs and have been a dog owner for quite some time, too. I currently have a Chihuahua named Domino and am best friends with a lovely German Shepherd named Savanna. I’ve been a professional sitter for some time now, and have always learned a lot from every experience! I just love how much dogs can teach us! I typically like to schedule a meet-and-greet when taking on any new client, as it’s a great opportunity for us to make sure that we’re all a good fit for one another. It also affords us the perfect chance to chat face-to-face about your pup and your expectations of care. I always enjoy meeting new dogs, but I also think it’s very important to make friends before I take them under my care, as it just makes the process a lot easier. I find that dogs are much more relaxed when they know that I’m a welcome presence! When your pooch is under my care, the happiness and comfort of you and your pooch is my number one priority. For my canine clients, I always make sure to be attuned to what they want to do in the moment and provide for them! I’m happy to meet your pup at their level, no matter what it is. Whether that be high-energy playtime or lots of cuddles, I’m there for them. For my human clients, I’ll always keep open lines of communication at all times in case we need to exchange any information or ask questions. Likewise, I’ll always send daily updates with accompanying pictures so you can see how much fun your pup and I are having together!
Reviews
Very reliable and great communication. Alan and April were very accommodating if I had last minute schedule changes. Always sent lots of great pictures.
Alan and April did a great job walking our puppy!
Alan and his fiancé, April did an excellent job housesitting for our dog, Reese, and two cats, Arthur and Alfred. Alan is a great communicator, and sent us lots of pictures. They both displayed responsibility and responsiveness to our concerns. They followed our pet care instructions very well, and took good care of our animals. Our dog and cats really liked them and our house was clean and in good shape when we returned.
Alan was wonderful with my dog Brownie. He was dependable and very caring with her, and in the photos and videos he sent from his visits with her, she looked very happy. He was also flexible when I needed extra visits at the last minute. I would highly recommend him.
About Alan & April M.
Communication
Skills
Information Alan & April M. would like to know about your pet
Some things I like to learn ahead of time: Would you like to schedule a meet-and-greet before the stay? What’s your preferred method of communication? Does your pup have any health issues that need to be tended to? For instance, dietary restrictions, medicine, or behavior triggers? Do you have a vet nearby that you trust? Is your dog spayed/neutered? Does your pup like to stick to a given schedule, like regular walks in the morning and evening? What does your pup do well around? What does your pup try to avoid? What’s the best way to spoil your pup?
A typical day
One thing about me that dogs seem to like is that I’m an avid runner! I love to get tons of exercise, so your pooch will be right at home with me if they enjoy staying active! We can definitely go for a nice long run to burn some energy off. There’s nothing like heading to a nearby park to explore a little bit, and maybe play some fetch too! In addition to walks, I also provide drop-in service and home stays. For those two, I always make sure that the pups I’m looking after are in great shape, well-exercised, and have all of the food and water they need at all times. I’m always happy to go the extra mile for dogs!
Services
Alan & April can watch in your home
About Alan & April M.
Communication
Skills
Information Alan & April M. would like to know about your pet
Some things I like to learn ahead of time: Would you like to schedule a meet-and-greet before the stay? What’s your preferred method of communication? Does your pup have any health issues that need to be tended to? For instance, dietary restrictions, medicine, or behavior triggers? Do you have a vet nearby that you trust? Is your dog spayed/neutered? Does your pup like to stick to a given schedule, like regular walks in the morning and evening? What does your pup do well around? What does your pup try to avoid? What’s the best way to spoil your pup?
A typical day
One thing about me that dogs seem to like is that I’m an avid runner! I love to get tons of exercise, so your pooch will be right at home with me if they enjoy staying active! We can definitely go for a nice long run to burn some energy off. There’s nothing like heading to a nearby park to explore a little bit, and maybe play some fetch too! In addition to walks, I also provide drop-in service and home stays. For those two, I always make sure that the pups I’m looking after are in great shape, well-exercised, and have all of the food and water they need at all times. I’m always happy to go the extra mile for dogs!
Location
brookfield, IL
Pets
Alan & April M.
brookfield, IL