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Alex B.

Richmond, VA

5 reviews
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Looking for walking companions!

Pet care experience

I have experience owning/caring for guinea pigs, rabbits, fish, hamsters, chinchillas, birds, horses, cats, and dogs. I grew up with big dogs (Great Dane, Labrador, Golden retriever, Newfoundland, Hovawart, Rottweiler) but I petsit for friends who have a yorkie and a chihuahua/corgi mix. I am comfortable around dogs of all sizes and have been through 2 puppy courses with my own dogs. I spent a summer interning at an SPCA shelter and I have been an instructor for a behaviorism psychology course for the last year, so I am familiar with shaping techniques, clicker training, etc.! I will treat your pets as if they were my own- with love, affection, and a supportive environment. I enjoy hiking around Missoula and am happy to bring your dog along; if you’re hoping for a more vigorous hike or run for your dog, just ask! I am excited to get to know your furry family member(s)!

Reviews

Amber T.
Apr 01, 2019

Alex took care of my 5-year-old boxer mix for a few days and I could not have been happier with her care of him. She not only made sure that he was fed and watered when needed but she went above and beyond by taking him on a hike. On the hike, she not only made sure that he had water when he needed it but also made sure to put booties and a sweater on him when they started and monitored him in case he needed to have the sweater taken off. I would recommend her to anyone who needed someone to walk/sit for/love their pup.

Hillary P.
Mar 30, 2019

I trust Alex 100% with my little pooch, Tiggy! Alex has been watching Tiggy on and off for the last year, and she's done an incredible job!! I always worry when I drop off my dog with someone, because Tiggy has some difficult, reactive behaviors and can be a little finicky. But Alex has no problem with my pup! When I pick my dog up from a stay with Alex, Tiggy is always glowing with love and happiness. It's clear that Alex really dotes on my dog and gives her the love she needs while her parents are away. Tiggy has stayed with multiple sitters who keep her alive and fine, but Alex always goes above and beyond to give my dog love and affection and it shows. :)

Julia B.
Mar 30, 2019

Alex is a very reliable and trustworthy individual and her compassion for animals, not only dogs, is unmatchable. She is hard-working and very intelligent shown be entering her third year as a PhD student this fall. She would become an asset to any team or work environment. Anyone would be fortunate enough to have her as their dog walker.

Debbie B.
Mar 30, 2019

Alex is an animal lover! She is very responsible, reliable and compassionate person which would make her a great dog walker! Your dog will be thrilled to have her by their side.

About Alex B.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Alex B. would like to know about your pet

Any anxieties/how they are with other dogs and strangers (in case we come across one on our walks).

A typical day

Around your neighborhood, blue mountain, the rattlesnake, the L, the M, wherever you’d like!

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$15per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk

Alex can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 3 years ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Alex B.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

23 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Alex B. would like to know about your pet

Any anxieties/how they are with other dogs and strangers (in case we come across one on our walks).

A typical day

Around your neighborhood, blue mountain, the rattlesnake, the L, the M, wherever you’d like!

Location

Richmond, VA

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Pets

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Alex B.

Richmond, VA

5 reviews