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Allison J.

Near West Side, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
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Previous Veterinary Technician

Pet care experience

I spent 8 years as a full time CVT at a downtown cat/dog animal hospital. Handling all responsibilities from kennel care to monitoring surgery and worked my way up to Tech Manager in my time there. I am now helping human patients and work full time. My shifts vary in length but I may be able to fit mid-day potty breaks during a lunch on longer days, dependent on location. Something to be considered, but has worked well in the past. I pet sit in addition to my full time job to fully submerge myself in what I love and to progress myself in different directions. Most of my pet sitting has been for pets requiring medication(i.e. diabetics, heart disease) but, certainly, not all of it. Rate changes could apply based on pet needs. A happy pet is my main goal. We will enjoy what they like to do. Some activities in the past have included fetch, "running" through the house (when allowed), walks, and any snuggles they choose to dish my way! In addition, feedings will be followed as instructed, fresh water daily. Long stays or daily visits are welcome. I have sat households of many sizes, from a single pet to six. Dogs of all sizes. Additional pets; furry, feathered, or scaled. Scheduling in advance is suggested, holidays book early and quickly.

Reviews

Jackie G.
House Sitting • Apr 20, 2024
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Allison is awesome! Super professional and does a great job taking care of our pup, who gets a little anxious when we go out of town. We never have to worry when she’s our sitter. Thanks for everything, Allison!!

Danielle J.
House Sitting • Mar 18, 2024
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Allison did a great job watching Penelope. Kept me in the loop with her care, responded in a timely fashion & left my house cleaner then when I left. Will for sure be using her in the future!

Jamie S.
House Sitting • Mar 11, 2024
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Allison was great as always! There’s often something going on with one of our pups, whether it’s skin allergies or an injury, and she’s so great with them. Her experience as a vet tech gives us a lot of comfort when these things come up, she has the knowledge and truly cares about our dogs’ best interest. Thanks again, Allison!

Katie R.
House Sitting • Feb 29, 2024
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Amazing sitter for my 2 needy dogs. Highly recommend!

About Allison J.

Communication

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I maintain all routines with pets while owners are gone to ensure everyone’s safety. Also, spend the time to learn each pet and what their pastime likes and dislikes are.

Information Allison J. would like to know about your pet

Particular habits or tendencies. Leash aggression, food allergies, food aggression? dog aggression? Particular about certain areas. How they do with fireworks/ thunderstorms? Medications? What neighborhood you're in.

A typical day

I usually like to indulge whatever your pets play level is. Always open to playing with whatever their toy of choice is and running around. We’ll enjoy as long of a walk as they would like and usually let them show me their regular route.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$80per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk

Allison can watch in your home

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

Availability

I generally work an 8.5 hour day 5 days a week. Shift times can vary from AM, midday, or PM. As my schedule changes. I usually will let clients know that schedule ahead of time for visits.

Available
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Calendar last updated 11 days ago
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About Allison J.

Communication

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I maintain all routines with pets while owners are gone to ensure everyone’s safety. Also, spend the time to learn each pet and what their pastime likes and dislikes are.

Information Allison J. would like to know about your pet

Particular habits or tendencies. Leash aggression, food allergies, food aggression? dog aggression? Particular about certain areas. How they do with fireworks/ thunderstorms? Medications? What neighborhood you're in.

A typical day

I usually like to indulge whatever your pets play level is. Always open to playing with whatever their toy of choice is and running around. We’ll enjoy as long of a walk as they would like and usually let them show me their regular route.

Location

Chicago, IL

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Allison J.

Near West Side, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews