Alexandra S.
Rogers Park, IL
Long time sitter & animal advocate
Pet care experience
Welcome to my profile! 🐈🐈⬛🐈 I’m currently booking house sitting and drop ins for cat parents exclusively. I have a special love for senior cats and am comfortable administering medications if need be. I'm a former full-time dog walker/pet sitter returning to the pet care community after completing a Master’s in Social Work here in the city. As a longtime humane society volunteer, sheltering employee, and foster mom, I have a great deal of experience working with animals of all temperaments, ages, and sizes (and love them all!). A year+ of full time pet care has prepared me to work with shy pets, high energy pets, and all pets in between. I am comfortable administering medication and caring for animals with special needs. I'm happy to tailor my visits to ensure you and your pet(s) get the most out of our time together - extended walks or drop ins, runs with more active pups, baths, etc. I'm happy to answer any questions you have about me or my approach to pet care. I look forward to meeting you and your canine, feline, and other animal companions!
Reviews
Our second time this year hiring Alexandra for her services! Once again, Alexandra took incredible care of our senior cat and our home. This time around, I booked Alexandra literally the moment after I booked my flights. There was no question that we wanted her kind services again. Alexandra took wonderful care of our boy and home, treating him just how we'd treat him and giving him all of the affection and attention he needs. As he has a chronic illness and is extremely social, he needs lots of attention and care! Alexandra of course gave him all of that, and gave us all the communication we needed. When we arrived home he was in wonderful spirits and health as he'd had great company in our absence. Thank you so much, Alexandra! To anyone reading this and considering care for their beloved fur children, stop your search here and book Alexandra now.
Alex is not only an excellent caregiver, but a great person too! We enjoyed getting to know her before our trip, as she took the time to meet with us and our dog. Our protective herding dog was comfortable with her right away and was clearly happy with her for an extended period of time, She went above and beyond in taking care of our dog and home.
Alex is amazing! She’s incredibly communicative, sends great photos, and did a GREAT job with my cats while I was out of town
Alexandra did a great job! We felt totally secure with her taking care of Chickadee while we were away.
About Alexandra S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m committed to caring for your pets in the same way that you do when you’re at home. You know your pets best, and I take your guidance and insights seriously. I pay close attention to animals’ behavior and am confident in my ability to make adjustments based on their comfort level. I know that for many of us, this has been an uncertain and unsettling time. I’m committed to taking the steps necessary to ensure that our work together is as safe and comfortable as possible for everyone involved.
Information Alexandra S. would like to know about your pet
No breed preferences! Any additional information about your dog's personality, energy level, likes and dislikes will help me to provide the individualized care your pet deserves.
A typical day
You know your pets and and what they enjoy best! My goal is to mimic my clients' routines in order to minimize stress and maximize comfort. That being said, I love a good park and am always on the lookout for nearby green spaces!
Services
Alexandra can watch in your home
Availability
I’m currently pet sitting full time and have a very flexible schedule. I welcome last minute and extended stays and visits! Let me know what you’re looking for and I’ll do my very best to accommodate.
About Alexandra S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m committed to caring for your pets in the same way that you do when you’re at home. You know your pets best, and I take your guidance and insights seriously. I pay close attention to animals’ behavior and am confident in my ability to make adjustments based on their comfort level. I know that for many of us, this has been an uncertain and unsettling time. I’m committed to taking the steps necessary to ensure that our work together is as safe and comfortable as possible for everyone involved.
Information Alexandra S. would like to know about your pet
No breed preferences! Any additional information about your dog's personality, energy level, likes and dislikes will help me to provide the individualized care your pet deserves.
A typical day
You know your pets and and what they enjoy best! My goal is to mimic my clients' routines in order to minimize stress and maximize comfort. That being said, I love a good park and am always on the lookout for nearby green spaces!
Location
Chicago, IL
Alexandra S.
Rogers Park, IL