Alexandra "Ola" U.
Portland, OR
pets make us better people!
Pet care experience
Hello! I grew up in a home with dogs where going to dog shows on weekends or having puppies twice a year was the norm! Since the age of 8, I have been taking care of my dogs, English Staffordshire Bull Terriers, attending to puppy needs, dog walking, dog training, and dog sitting for family and friends. Dog care became such a routine in my life, that my first highschool job was at a petstore where I daily assisted others with their dog needs. With constant exposure to a wide variety of breeds, temperaments, and dog routines/behavior, I am confident in my ability to handle all dogs that come my way, and to assist owners with whatever help they may need. I've been trained through previous jobs to problem solve with dogs that have anxiety, have mild aggression, and I have successfully taken care of puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with special needs. I also have experience with taking dogs on runs, for breeds that could use a little more exercise than just a standard walk. I currently have flexible availability and I am able to dedicate lots of time to your pets and their specific and individual needs. When I take care of dogs in someone else's home I make their comfort a priority by maintaining a routine as close as the one that they are used to with their family members. This means that feeding and exercise times are honored along with any scheduled play times or specific enrichment activities and there is always clear and open communication with pet owners so that everyone has a positive experience (pets and their parents!)
Reviews
Alexandra was AWESOME! We came back to our house the exact way we left it + took the time to clean up after her stay. She was very detailed during our “check in’s” and felt there was a lot of trust while she stayed at our house. During our initial meet and greet, she took the time to thoroughly ask what was needed from our dogs and made sure our dogs kept to the same routine..We would highly recommend Alexandra to whoever needed a house sitter!
She was fantastic!! My dog Otis has a very hard time meeting new people and he warmed up to her right away ❤️ All 3 fur babies were in a great mood when I came back. I highly recommend her for any situation, she handled 2 puppies and a cat with such amazing grace
Ola was amazing! My kitty needed a lot of attention and she was up to the task. I would absolutely recommend her and use her again. She left my house looking great and my kitty was very happy.
Ola was a gem! We were so comfortable having Ola watch our two pups while away for nine days. Not a single worry or concern and the dogs were so happy and stress free when we got home. Communication with Ola was easy and comfortable and we knew the dogs liked her the moment she met them. I would definitely hire Ola again in the future!
About Alexandra "Ola" U.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I make it a priority to stick to the pet's usual routine as much as possible since animals can be incredibly sensitive to changes, especially when they are spending time away from their owner. I also make it a priority to understand what the pet's specific needs are, as each pet is unique and special and one mold doesn't fit all animals.
Information Alexandra "Ola" U. would like to know about your pet
I like to know if the dog is friendly around strangers and or other people, along with a general recap of what the dog's daily routine is. Any medical history is important (including allergies), along with anything the dog is potentially afraid or nervous of.
A typical day
I personally love incorporating various toys into playing with dogs and I prefer to use fun toys and positive encouragement as rewards to games than food. I enjoy walking dogs anywhere and everyone, but walks with more nature tend to be my favorite. It's always a treat to see the dog excited about new sounds and smells.
Services
Alexandra "Ola" can watch in your home
Availability
I currently do have a day job, however my weekday hours can vary and I can return home during lunch breaks to take care of your dog(s) as needed. I have open weekend availability and I'd be happy to dedicate that time to your animals.
About Alexandra "Ola" U.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I make it a priority to stick to the pet's usual routine as much as possible since animals can be incredibly sensitive to changes, especially when they are spending time away from their owner. I also make it a priority to understand what the pet's specific needs are, as each pet is unique and special and one mold doesn't fit all animals.
Information Alexandra "Ola" U. would like to know about your pet
I like to know if the dog is friendly around strangers and or other people, along with a general recap of what the dog's daily routine is. Any medical history is important (including allergies), along with anything the dog is potentially afraid or nervous of.
A typical day
I personally love incorporating various toys into playing with dogs and I prefer to use fun toys and positive encouragement as rewards to games than food. I enjoy walking dogs anywhere and everyone, but walks with more nature tend to be my favorite. It's always a treat to see the dog excited about new sounds and smells.
Location
Portland, OR
Alexandra "Ola" U.
Portland, OR