Alexandra M.
Alexandra M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Care for both ends of the leash!
Hi! I’m Alex (she/they)! I’ve led pack walks, supervised play groups in dog parks, dog sat in clients’ homes, and worked at a high volume dog daycare! I am comfortable with any size dog, of any age. I have administered medication and provided first aid (Walks N Wags first aid certified 2020). I am Fear Free Daycare and Boarding certified (2025), and I’m enrolled in a professional dog training school. I have experience handling and managing dogs that have behavioural problems, including dog-dog aggression, dog-human aggression, fear, separation anxiety, general anxiety, obsessive compulsive behaviours, etc. I'm happy to send photos and updates, as well as a behavioural report if requested! I will always be honest and transparent about your dog! As a QBIPOC person, it’s always been important for me to contribute in any way I can to equity for marginalized communities. Ask about my QBIPOC discount! If your dog is at risk of being re-homed, or if your dog’s behaviour is putting your housing at risk, please reach out! Keeping dogs with their families and housed is also very important to me!
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
A dog in my care will have their own room with a window, for their crate, bed, toys, and any other belongings that will help them settle and feel safe in my home. I have a few different lengths of leashes for different kinds of walks: potty breaks, loose leash walking, decompression walks, training, etc I have a car with a backseat ‘hammock’ and seat belts to attach to their harness for safety during car rides, either to a park, to and from your home, etc. I have a stocked pet first aid kit and have experience administering first aid and medication, including subcutaneous medication or fluids.
Ratings and reviews
I wish there were more than 5 stars to give. When it comes to the care of our husky “with issues”, Alex is exceptional. They are an excellent communicator which makes it easy for us to give and receive information about our pup and the environment he’ll be in under their care. We also very much appreciate the regular updates & photos.
Alex is an incredible find on Rover. Her knowledge of dog behavior/psychology and her undeniable love of pets makes her the perfect fit for my older husky. My dog has separation anxiety and can be reactive with other dogs. Alex’s calm, understanding and gentle disposition led to immediate behavior benefits with Maya Goose. The bonus is I have already learned so much from her about how to be a better pet parent in our brief time together! Alex provides decompression walks (awesome for high anxiety dogs) and a safe and happy environment for pups. She gives regular updates (photos/video). She is mindful and attentive to specific health needs - my dog has pancreatitis and requires a strict diet. I can’t recommend Alex enough and I will absolutely be using her in the future. Thank you so much Alex!
Alex is awesome with drop ins. Tito loved spending time with a person who makes sure he feels safe. Alex made sure to follow every instruction perfectly and Tito had so much fun with Alex ! Would recommend over and over :)
We booked Alex for a doggy daycare session for our pup as a kind of “test run” to boarding him with them. Alex and Munch passed with flying colours! Alex is patient, curious and passionate about dogs and their well being (psychological and physical). We have no doubt that our skittish husky felt comfortable in their care. No hesitation to booking with Alex and Munch again.
Alex really took the time to get Tito’s trust and was so sweet with him. Alex respected Tito’s boundaries and timeline. Amazing service and respected all the expectations (paw wipes, treats, etc.). Easy 10/10 ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Alex is absolutely wonderful with dogs - highly perceptive, caring, and patient - and is particularly sensitive to any kind of challenge, behavioural or otherwise. My dog has…mmm, a lot going on and finds it difficult to trust most people. Alex easily won Eli’s confidence, which is honestly amazing. Alex can also offer super helpful, well-informed, and non-judgemental guidance. Highly recommend.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
All I do is care for dogs! Caring and training them is my passion! I’m used to being up before dawn and way after dark for potty breaks, feeding, training, decompression walks, etc.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsAlexandra can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
- Let me know if your dog has any behavioural challenges or a traumatic history - I love caring for these dogs so please don't be shy! It helps me tailor the care they get so that they are safe and will feel comfortable and fulfilled in my care!