Amanda B.
Amanda B.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
$28 total per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Thoughtful Care for Dogs & Cats
I've been caring for animals since I was 8 years old. I grew up with cats of my own and have hands-on experience with both dogs and cats in rescue, shelter, and home settings. In high school, I volunteered for two years as a dog walker at LaMancha Animal Rescue in Chester County, PA. During college, I began fostering cats and volunteering at Gifford Cat Shelter in Brighton, MA where I continue to volunteer weekly. There, I work with cats of all ages and temperaments, from kittens to shy or under-socialized cats to high-energy adults. I have experience administering medications to cats, including eardrops, pills, and insulin, and I’m comfortable learning new medication routines as needed. In 2024, I adopted a shy cat of my own, and we regularly do clicker training to help him comfortable in his carrier, build confidence and strengthen our bond! This has given me a deep appreciation for patience-based, consent-driven care.
Cat care experience
Amanda also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I’m a patient, down-to-earth caregiver who takes the time to get to know each pet and go at their pace. I take safety seriously while keeping things calm and low-pressure. I follow your instructions closely and keep routines consistent to make sure your pet's day feels as familiar and stress-free as possible. I'm especially mindful around transitions, i.e. coming and going, leasing up, or introducing new outdoor areas, and I always let pets opt in to interaction rather than pushing them past their comfort zone. Before leaving, I make sure pets have access to fresh water, get any meals or medications on schedule, and are comfortably settled before I leave.
Ratings and reviews
Amanda is reliable and helped my family out in a pinch! She does a wonderful job.
Amanda was the best you can find. My cat actually peed on bed because of new people coming in, but she even helped me wash and dry them and fold everything for me to use later, yeah that’s how considerate she is. She knows cats well, their behavior, their personalities…You can trust her to take care of your cat for sure!
Amanda took such good care of our kitty and home while we were away! She was super thorough, gave great updates and I could tell Maxine warmed up to her right away. 🩷 Our place was in great shape when we returned and our girl seemed very happy. Thank you again!
My two cats warmed up to Amanda very quickly. They were happy and chill when I got home. Great communication and attention to their needs. Have already used her twice and will do so again.
Amanda iz anazing! She was communicative and so thoughtful.
Amanda did a great job with my two cats. I came home and they’re relaxed and happy.
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Schedule
I’m typically available weekday mornings before 7:30 AM and weekday evenings after 5:30 PM, with some flexibility on remote work days, the middle of the week, and holidays. On weekends, I’m typically in the Cambridge/Somerville area and available most of the day.