Alanna M.
Belmont, VA
Reliable Pet, Farm & House Sitter
Pet care experience
Hi! I have 20 years of animal care experience. At the age of 10, I started volunteering at the SPCA and since 2017 I have been operating my own independent pet care services. I have basic professional training with horses and dogs, and I am no stranger to giving cats shots and medicine. Every animal is unique and special! I love giving the space for every creature to be loved and seen. Patience, compassion and respect will be given to you and your pet's needs. **Fun fact, I'm also a professional photographer and love taking portraits of animals! I will include FREE portraits of your pet as a gift if you book with me!**
Reviews
Alanna was a great sitter -- communication was a breeze and we returned to a pristine house and two happy cats. We would definitely be happy to hire her again!
Alanna was absolutely a godsend. We asked her to take care of our two dogs, one of which is highly anxious and reactive. She was willing to meet with us multiple times to help us feel comfortable leaving our dogs at home for the first time. She was immediately able to pick up on our particular strategies for managing our dogs and has a special quality that had our reactive dog immediately playing and happy to be around her. She took wonderful care of them during out time away without issues, and send us regular pictures making sure to dissuade our anxieties about leaving them for the first time. To top it off, she took wonderful professional pictures of our dogs for us that we treasure. We cannot recommend her more and will be using her for all future needs.
Alanna has been caring for my pets for close to 8 years . I find her the best of things and more in a pet sitter. Caring, loving, and responsible for them. She is also confident in giving any medication they might need. I am so grateful for her skills and kindness with my two Siamese cats, Butch & Sundance. Butch is no longer with me due to cancer. Sundance has continued to be one of two of her biggest fans ! A big love mrrreow from them both.
Alanna has a unique ability to bond w/animals quickly & sense their needs. She wants to engage with them & earns their trust quickly. She is good w/giving meds too, if needed. Bonus: she loves to take photos & sometimes captures a beautiful moment/s with our beloved 4-legged. Jan M.
About Alanna M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not offer pet care services in my own home. If i had the space, I would! I am happy to travel to you, animals do best in their own homes anyways. Whatever guidelines you give for care of your animals or home, I am happy to accommodate as long as safety of both me and animals is considered.
Information Alanna M. would like to know about your pet
I am a very active person and do not have any physical or health restrictions, but please let me know if your animal does so I can plan accordingly. Even if something minor, it's always good to know about allergies, triggers, health conditions, injuries or even just unique personality quirks
A typical day
All animals LOVE TO PLAY and I LOVE to play with all animals. I will offer engaging activities, enriching walks and adventures appropriate for your animal.
Services
Alanna can watch in your home
Availability
My schedule is flexible. I am able to accommodate as needed for you and your pet's needs! Let's talk further to discuss what you and your animal(s) need!
About Alanna M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not offer pet care services in my own home. If i had the space, I would! I am happy to travel to you, animals do best in their own homes anyways. Whatever guidelines you give for care of your animals or home, I am happy to accommodate as long as safety of both me and animals is considered.
Information Alanna M. would like to know about your pet
I am a very active person and do not have any physical or health restrictions, but please let me know if your animal does so I can plan accordingly. Even if something minor, it's always good to know about allergies, triggers, health conditions, injuries or even just unique personality quirks
A typical day
All animals LOVE TO PLAY and I LOVE to play with all animals. I will offer engaging activities, enriching walks and adventures appropriate for your animal.
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Pets
Alanna M.
Belmont, VA