Amanda O.
Loch Lomond, CA
Vet Tech and Animal Lover
Pet care experience
I have had pets my entire life and have taken my love of animals into a career. I have worked as Lead Animal Care Attendant at a humane society where I looked after 30+ dogs and cats a day, walking, feeding and making sure they were healthy. I have also done a lot of fostering through the humane society and several rescue groups. Currently, I am a veterinary technician for about three years now. A few of the things I am comfortable doing: Administering medications (oral and SQ injections) Walking Dogs Caring for horses (no injections) Caring for cats Administering fluids if prescribed by your veterinarian Giving baths Nail trims (provided that they don't require two people if it is just me there) Following meal time instructions. As of right now I work full time but would be willing to either stay at your house and take care of them before and after work (if you live close to where I work I could also stop in on my lunch breaks) I am available to walk dogs after work (usually 6:30pm and later or any time on my days off) I also would not mind watering plants, bringing in mail and some light house cleaning work. If interested please message me and we can discuss any questions/concerns you may have! Thank you, Amanda Olson
Reviews
Amanda stayed in our home and watched our cats and elderly dog for six days during our recent trip out of town. She was personable and sweet - connecting to our dog and cats equally well - and even offered some helpful tips for our elderly dog's health issues. Amanda also sent us pictures and periodic updates about how things were going - as well as wrote up a detailed report that she left on the counter for us to review after we returned. The house was spotless when we returned - with everything just as we had left it. We are super happy with Amanda and will definitely use her again for all of our pet/house sitting needs!
Amanda, Thanks again for taking care of Hudson, especially on fairly short notice. He obviously has a great time and you do a great job of caring for him and our home.
Amanda stayed in our home for eight nights in early December taking care of our dog Hudson, an admittedly spoiled 10 year old lab. This was our first time leaving him with someone who wasn’t family or a close friend and we were anxious since we would be out of the country and out of touch during part of that time. Amanda did an awesome job including overcoming several challenges during the stay beginning with the lock on our front door not working the first day she arrived. We were on a 5 hour flight so by the time we picked up her text, she had resolved the problem, fed Hudson his evening meal and had him settled in for the night. She sent us pictures during our trip of him on his daily walk, playing with toys and after-walk lounging. When we arrived home, our home was neat, Hudson was happy and so were we. Amanda is a very responsible, delightful young lady. We have already recommended her to neighbors and will not hesitate to use her again in the future to care for Hudson.
This was the first time I left my dog, Buddy, with a sitter. Amanda and Buddy really got along with each other. She was sooo good with him. She took him for walks, to work with her, sent me pictures during the weekend, and took his dog bed to work with her so he would feel comfortable. Next time I need to be away, Amanda will be my first choice.
About Amanda O.
Communication
Skills
Information Amanda O. would like to know about your pet
Before accepting a pet sitting offer, I would like to arrange a meet and greet and get to know your animal(s) beforehand. This ensures that both your pet(s) and I are comfortable with each other. I know it would make me uncomfortable if a stranger entered my home, and it would be the same for your animals. I would also like to know about any medical issues your animal may have, including allergies, conditions, etc. I would also like to know if there is any sort of dog aversions your dog may have, that way when I am walking I know whether or not to let other dog owners know not to get too close and it also helps me decide where I would like to take them for a walk (for example, a dog with dog aggression I would not take to an off leash area). As of breed preferences, I am comfortable with both small and large dogs. I grew up with Rottweilers in my household so I do not shy away from misjudged breeds such as rotties, Dobermans, pitbulls, etc. I am also perfectly comfortable with small dogs such as Chihuahuas, Jack Russels, etc.
A typical day
I will definitely take your dog(s) on as many walks a day as you would like me to, ranging from around the neighborhood to exploring hiking trails. Extra house-sitting services I would be more than happy to water plants, bring in the mail, do dishes and small household chores for you while you are away. Just write me a note with what you would like done and let me know.
Services
Amanda can watch in your home
About Amanda O.
Communication
Skills
Information Amanda O. would like to know about your pet
Before accepting a pet sitting offer, I would like to arrange a meet and greet and get to know your animal(s) beforehand. This ensures that both your pet(s) and I are comfortable with each other. I know it would make me uncomfortable if a stranger entered my home, and it would be the same for your animals. I would also like to know about any medical issues your animal may have, including allergies, conditions, etc. I would also like to know if there is any sort of dog aversions your dog may have, that way when I am walking I know whether or not to let other dog owners know not to get too close and it also helps me decide where I would like to take them for a walk (for example, a dog with dog aggression I would not take to an off leash area). As of breed preferences, I am comfortable with both small and large dogs. I grew up with Rottweilers in my household so I do not shy away from misjudged breeds such as rotties, Dobermans, pitbulls, etc. I am also perfectly comfortable with small dogs such as Chihuahuas, Jack Russels, etc.
A typical day
I will definitely take your dog(s) on as many walks a day as you would like me to, ranging from around the neighborhood to exploring hiking trails. Extra house-sitting services I would be more than happy to water plants, bring in the mail, do dishes and small household chores for you while you are away. Just write me a note with what you would like done and let me know.
Location
Loch Lomond, CA
Pets
Amanda O.
Loch Lomond, CA