Alison F.
Santa Barbara, CA
I need excercise and so do DOGS!!
Pet care experience
I LOVE dogs. I stop almost everyone on the street to pet their dog. I can't help myself. I have a cat, but would love to have a dog, so dog walking will have to do for now. I play water volleyball 4 times a week, so I am definitely fit to walk your doggie. I have had dogs in the past, but I have never had a part-time job walking dogs. It sounds like a fun and healthy way to make some supplemental income. The past few years I have been helping people with Alzheimer's-a job I have loved. My husband passed away a year ago and I need a happy past time job. Doggies fit the bill for me. You can count on me to entertain your beloved pet. :-)
Reviews
I have known Alison F for over 25 years. She is an energetic and kind person. I met her when she worked for me in my retail establishment. Alison was a favorite of the customers, she was always on time and I could rely on her completely. She has had pets in the past and always adored them, for years I heard great stories about Pockets. Alison has a good heart and is very upbeat. Recently she has been a caregiver to seniors and is much loved by their families for her spirit and empathy. She will be able to work with all kinds of dogs and I have complete confidence she would be an excellent employee and dog walker. Thank you,
I would like to tell you how happy you would be if Alison cared for your pet, dog, cat, bird, fish, she is fantastic with ALL animals! She is responsible, loving and very dependable. But most of all, your pet will love her too. I definately recommend Alison for any job that involves caring for animals, she is the best!
On behalf of Alison I stand behind her in her career choice to be a dog caretaker. I have known her for the past 5 years. She is sharp, responsible, always on time, and very good at accessing a situation when it comes to animals for a favorable outcome. I know she is professional and experienced from her nobelness in taking care of Alzheimer's patients and volunteering at the retirement home up the road here .The fact that she knows CPR makes me feel safe when she's around my dog. We own a blue nosed pit bull and he is definetly aggressive . Everyone is afraid of Mr. Scrappy. Not my Friend Alison she gets along with him fabulously. In fact I have left room with a party full of people and been comforted by the knowlage she has to be able to guide our dog if he were to misbehave and comfort any one if necessary . From how much I have heard about her own pets she deeply cares about the happiness and wellbeing of animals . She is postive , upbeat and anyone who has the luck to be in her presence is in for a treat. She simply is a gem. Sincerely Athena and Tomac Henson
Alison would be great! She's reliable, responsible and loves animals. Pockets was the first cat to seek Alison out since she wasn't getting much attention at home. The neighbors were OK with Pockets spending most of her time at Alison's house and eventually everyone realized that was really where Pockets belonged. and it was with Alison that Pockets lived out her life. Pockets was blind, by the way. Several years passed, and within the last couple years, another neighbor's cat kept coming over to Alison's house. She did not encourage it, but it was persistant. Again, the neighbors didn't particularly care, and Blue is now living full time at Alison's! Alison visits me every year or so (I live in Northern Cal, she in Southern Cal) and my two dogs and one cat always seek her out for special attention. I think she would be a great addition to your network! KayJablonski
About Alison F.
Communication
Skills
Information Alison F. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if they are well behaved, and respond to simple commands. How does the dog get along with other dogs? I like all dogs really. Smaller dogs are easier to exercise than bigger dogs, but I'm up for the challenge.
A typical day
I would take your dog to different parks, the beach, mountain walks, or whatever your dog likes to do. You name it. I love throwing balls-great exercise for them. I also love cats-some people call me the cat lady. That's because cats love me. and I love them.
Services
Alison can watch in your home
About Alison F.
Communication
Skills
Information Alison F. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know if they are well behaved, and respond to simple commands. How does the dog get along with other dogs? I like all dogs really. Smaller dogs are easier to exercise than bigger dogs, but I'm up for the challenge.
A typical day
I would take your dog to different parks, the beach, mountain walks, or whatever your dog likes to do. You name it. I love throwing balls-great exercise for them. I also love cats-some people call me the cat lady. That's because cats love me. and I love them.
Location
Santa Barbara, CA
Pets
Alison F.
Santa Barbara, CA