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Hi! I’m Alejandra, a lifelong animal lover and PAWS Animal Shelter volunteer here in Old City. Pets have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I’ve cared for dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters and birds, and I’ve been the go to pet sitter for friends and family since I was a teenager. If there is a pet anywhere I go, they are getting some pets from me for sure! At home, I currently have two senior sassy Chihuahuas, a mischievous kitten and a 3 year old chill cat, so I’m very familiar with both dog and cat personalities and all the messes, zoomies, cuddles and quirks that come with them! I’ve cared for my own pets through different stages of life, including puppies and kittens, pregnancy and birth, illness, medication routines and their senior years. With my volunteering with PAWS I’ve gained even more hands on experience caring for animals and keeping their spaces clean and comfortable. I have a special soft spot for small dogs, seniors and nervous or shy pets. Having senior Chihuis has taught me a lot about helping anxious pups through stressful situations like thunderstorms and fireworks. I don’t believe in forcing an interaction with a nervous pet. I’ll give them space, learn their signals and let them get comfortable with me at their own pace. Slow wins the race! I’m comfortable administering pills, oral and topical medications and carefully following detailed care instructions. I’m also happy caring for puppies and kittens, including frequent potty breaks, litter boxes, accidents and lots of playtime. One of my favorite parts of pet sitting is getting to know each animal’s personality. Every pet has their own funny habits, favorite games and ways of asking for attention, and discovering those little traits is part of what makes caring for them so much fun. (I should be paying you basically) My Schedule I currently have a very flexible weekday schedule, which gives me plenty of time to dedicate to your pets. I’m available for dog walks, drop in visits and overnight house sitting in the Old City and Center City areas. I’m also open to same day and last minute requests when my schedule allows. What You Can Expect From Me? I want you to come home to a happy pet and a well cared for space. I’ll carefully follow your pet’s normal feeding, walking, medication and bedtime routines. Depending on the visit, I’m happy to handle litter boxes and pet messes, refresh food and water, wipe paws after messy walks, provide playtime and cuddles, and take care of small pet related household tasks. And yes… I will send pictures! 📸 Every owner is different, so let me know how much communication makes you comfortable. I’m happy to provide regular photos and detailed updates so you know how your baby is doing while you’re away. I always like taking pictures with them to show you how we are getting along! (Always great of course) Safety & Trust I prefer having a Meet & Greet with new clients whenever possible. It gives your pet a chance to meet me while you’re there and allows me to learn their routine, personality, favorite things, triggers and any special instructions before I’m responsible for their care. But I certainly don’t mind just jumping in and going along with their vibe if a meet and greet is not possible:) I hope you liked my long bio and choose me 🙇‍♀️ I can’t wait to meet them!!!