Alexandra R.
Oak Park, IL
Pet Care Enthusiast
Pet care experience
I am a current staff member at the Animal Care League as an animal care tech. Every day I go to work, I spend my time taking care of all of the shelter animals, but have been primarily working with the dogs. I have walked the smallest dogs to the biggest and absolutely love it. Prior to starting my job at the shelter, I volunteered and pet sat for about 15 years. I also care for pets when I nanny or babysit, since the majority of the kids I’ve cared for have dogs, cats, and even sometimes birds, reptiles or smaller mammals. I do have two cats at home, and my dad and stepmom have a dog that I visit/sit for often. I’d love to adopt my own pup one day. Just waiting for when I have a nice yard for them to play in and run around!
Reviews
Alex has stopped by to feed/play with our older two boys and spent a weekend with our not-yet-13-week-old puppy. We cannot thank her enough for her communication and obvious love for pets.
Our boys loved their walk with Alex. She dropped in for a feed-and-walk visit, provided a few adorbs pics and was super communicative. Delightful!
About Alexandra R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I absolutely love taking pups for long walks, working on some training if requested, playing with them in the backyard or at dog parks, and of course giving them all the love they deserve! Taking care of cats are similar! Giving them all the pets and scratches, while also making sure they have clean water and food along with toys to play with and comfy places to rest.
Information Alexandra R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs, medications, dietary restrictions, or fears/reactions on walks. I am able to work on some training (i am not a certified trainer but have my fair share of experience). Also if they have any favorite activities or places they like to walk!
A typical day
I love going out on short or long walks, playing games like fetch or tug of war, doing some training and giving lots of love and attention! One of my favorite things about dogs is when they bow when they’re playing with you and of course running around with them while they have the zoomies.
Services
Alexandra can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently in my final semester of Graduate school, work two part time jobs and have one internship, but that won’t stop me! I’m free after class, before or even after working my other jobs, and most Wednesdays and Saturdays!
About Alexandra R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I absolutely love taking pups for long walks, working on some training if requested, playing with them in the backyard or at dog parks, and of course giving them all the love they deserve! Taking care of cats are similar! Giving them all the pets and scratches, while also making sure they have clean water and food along with toys to play with and comfy places to rest.
Information Alexandra R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs, medications, dietary restrictions, or fears/reactions on walks. I am able to work on some training (i am not a certified trainer but have my fair share of experience). Also if they have any favorite activities or places they like to walk!
A typical day
I love going out on short or long walks, playing games like fetch or tug of war, doing some training and giving lots of love and attention! One of my favorite things about dogs is when they bow when they’re playing with you and of course running around with them while they have the zoomies.
Location
Oak Park, IL
Alexandra R.
Oak Park, IL