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Alicia W.

Newport News, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews
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I like big mutts and I cannot lie!

Pet care experience

I love both cats and dogs. Throughout the years, I have had several cats a well as a huge Saint Bernard/Lab mix. I also regularly care for my neighbor's standard poodle and have assisted in harnessing sled dogs in Alaska. I can handle anything from easygoing dogs to large energetic dogs to cats. I have experience in giving medication, both in liquid and capsule form, even to stubborn dogs who will not willingly consume pills. I have high attention to detail and will am willing to notify you or anyone you specify if anything seems off. There is virtually no limit to the services I can provide to your dog or cat, including wound care, special meal prep, accident cleanup, use or avoidance of specified routes, beach trips, fitness walking for overweight/out of shape dogs, running for high energy dogs, etc. No request is too small. Available just about anytime if you're local!

Reviews

Lynn K.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 16, 2018
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Alicia is the best dog sitter. She goes above and beyond to care for our dog.

Todd W.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 02, 2018
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Alicia was prompt and professional for our meet and greet. She stuck around a while and one of my feral kitties, Shirley, came out to see who the friendly voice was and let Alicia pet her. Quite unusual to say the least. She was able to medicate Shirley who can be quite sneaky and avoidant. I would definitely use her again without reservation. Thanks again Alicia!

Lynn K.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 20, 2018
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Alicia did a wonderful job.

Deborah M.
Sep 26, 2017

Alicia would be a great dog sitter on Rover.com. She is responsible, reliable, and really loves animals. I have accompanied her on dog walks, and noted that she is very attentive and compassionate about caring for animals, whether they are hers or someone else's. Having Navy experience, Alicia is very disciplined. I have had Alicia care for my pets, and so have my neighbors. Alicia has an excellent understanding of the meaning of customer service, and has an energetic, upbeat, positive attitude. Alicia really loves animals and the outdoors. This would be the perfect job for her.

About Alicia W.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Alicia W. would like to know about your pet

Tell me anything you want me to know about your dog or cat, especially whether they are social with other dogs/animals or whether this is something that needs to be worked on. I also want to know if they have any allergies or phobias. I do not discriminate based on breed, training, age, or temperament, as long as your dog is willing to get out and walk with me, with or without coaxing.

A typical day

Weekdays: Coronado only please. At this time, I cannot guarantee access to weekday off-island transportation. I am willing to go to the park and/or the beach or avoid busier areas for more skittish and/or nonsocial dogs. FOR DROP-IN VISITS: I do not charge per pet in cases where there is no additional work involved. If you have more than one pet, please send me a request anyway and I will have it modified to be more reasonable. My multi-pet rate is $15 plus $5 for each pet that needs special attention (ex. walk or meds) beyond one.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Alicia can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

About Alicia W.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Alicia W. would like to know about your pet

Tell me anything you want me to know about your dog or cat, especially whether they are social with other dogs/animals or whether this is something that needs to be worked on. I also want to know if they have any allergies or phobias. I do not discriminate based on breed, training, age, or temperament, as long as your dog is willing to get out and walk with me, with or without coaxing.

A typical day

Weekdays: Coronado only please. At this time, I cannot guarantee access to weekday off-island transportation. I am willing to go to the park and/or the beach or avoid busier areas for more skittish and/or nonsocial dogs. FOR DROP-IN VISITS: I do not charge per pet in cases where there is no additional work involved. If you have more than one pet, please send me a request anyway and I will have it modified to be more reasonable. My multi-pet rate is $15 plus $5 for each pet that needs special attention (ex. walk or meds) beyond one.

Location

Newport News, VA

Alicia W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Alicia W.

Newport News, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews