Alyssa B.
Paola, KS
Services
Alyssa can care for
Availability
I'm currently in school twice a week and have time before and after for your babies! I work PRN at a hospital so I have plenty of free days to fill supporting your dogs and cats!
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About Alyssa B.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow all rules given to me and treat every dog and cat with respect. I respect boundaries and give treats when needed. I'm comfortable on a leash, kenneling, and just spending time.
Location
Paola, KS
Pets
Experienced & Loving Care
Pet care experience
I have over a year of hands-on experience working in an animal shelter and previously worked at a dog daycare facility for a year. In both settings, I cared for dogs of all sizes, energy levels, and temperaments, including shy, high-energy, and special-needs pets. I have also volunteered with animals for 3 years and grew up in a home with both dogs and cats. I am currently working as a dog bather at PetSmart for fun and I currently have 2 cats and a mini pig, so I understand the importance of routine, enrichment, and individualized care. My background has taught me how to: - Safely handle dogs in different environments - Recognize stress signals and behavior cues - Administer basic care and follow detailed instructions - Provide calm, patient care for anxious pets Your pet's safety, comfort, and routine are my priority. As an add on if anyone needs any bathing, nail help, or specialty care for a exotic animal, I have experience and am willing to help. In the past I've helped with goats, bunnies, mini pigs, and more!
Cat care experience
Alyssa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Alyssa was very responsive and took great care of our elderly pet mini lop rabbit that is mostly blind. It was her first experience with pet rabbits but she had great instincts, reads body language well and knew when he was unsure about her initially and when he wanted to interact as he got more comfortable.
Alyssa did an amazing job watching our 2 Anatolian Shepherds and goats while we were on vacation. She was on time everyday and took great care of the animals. She also picked up packages when we didn't even ask her too. We will definitely use her again and will recommend her to anyone and everyone.
Alyssa is absolutely lovely! She was so accommodating and flexible with the meet and greet and spent a lot of time getting to know our dogs, particularly our newest little rescue that's working through some fear issues, prior to coming for a home visit. It's obvious that she places a lot of importance on making sure the dogs felt comfortable with her prior to taking care of them and she went out of her way to help Lyla continue making progress in feeling safe. She handled my big, exuberant boys with ease and genuine affection while also being gentle and quiet with Lyla. During our meet and greet, she was more than happy to learn about the quirks of each dog and when asked, provided genuine and thoughtful suggestions about fearful rescues, including specific things she would do during her home visit. She was prompt on her timing and provided updates and pictures of her time with the dogs, accommodating a last-minute request for a medication administration. She's a joy to work with, communicates very well and promptly and all of my dogs love her. I'm so lucky to have found her and look forward to having her back.
Alyssa is a true animal lover. And animals love her. She knows when to play or cuddle or when to redirect unwanted behavior. She is gentle yet firm. Animals know they can trust her. Whether it's play time with a new puppy or reinforcing commands with a younger dog or just a stroll about the neighborhood with the resident grumpy old guy, Alyssa is the one to rely on!
About Alyssa B.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will follow all rules given to me and treat every dog and cat with respect. I respect boundaries and give treats when needed. I'm comfortable on a leash, kenneling, and just spending time.
Alyssa B.
Paola, KS