Amelia M.
Novato, CA
I love all fur babies
Pet care experience
Hi, my name is Amelia and I'm a huge animal lover! I have years of experience watching family and neighborhood pets, including many shy and unsure dogs. I also have experience in working at as an assistant manager at doggy daycare. I believe pet care needs to be about "listening" to the pet's needs by being not only observant, but also as understanding as possible. It's hard to leave your beloved fur baby with someone you don't know, but I can assure you I come to your pets with all the love in the world. I'm not afraid to take on any challenges that may arise and I believe I am confident and a very positive person! I'm also extremely detail oriented and will always take as many notes and ask as many questions as I can to make sure your pet gets the absolute best experience while you're away. I hope I'll get to meet some of your fur babies soon!
Reviews
Amelia is the best! She is caring and attentive, and finds the good in every animal. Our rescued German Shepherd, Bella, is anxious because of her past abuse and barks at almost everything. Because of Bella's size, most people, including professional trainers, were intimidated by Bella and wrote her off as a lost cause. When Amelia met Bella, Bella never barked, and they became best friends fast. We are so blessed to have met Amelia, who treats our dog with the love and acceptance that all dogs deserve! We completely trusted the two to spend a week together while we left on a family vacation. Amelia went above and beyond in responsibly caring for Bella (and our much more low-maintenance cat), and even spent her day off snuggling with Bella and giving her the love and attention she needs. Amelia would, of her own initiative, check in every day as to how the animals were doing, and immediately checked with us when there was a health concern about Bella. Amelia still checks in to see how Bella's doing, and will visit just because they love each other so much. There is no one else we would trust to take care of our pets as skillfully and lovingly as Amelia does. Thank you, Amelia!
Amelia is an amazing human being. I have known her for many years. Five years ago, when I rescued a Belgian Malinois, Amelia became my dog sitter. I had another dog at the time, and together, they were quite a handful. Amelia handled them with love, care, and clear expectations. I am very, very protective of my pets. When my Rott/ Shepherd/cattle dog mix had major surgery and needed 27/7 care for 14 days, Amelia was there to help and administer to the needs of my dog while I was at work. Amelia is the only person besides family that I trust in my home and with my babies. She is honest, trustworthy, responsible, respectful, and most importantly... my pets LOVE her. She is affectionately known as "Auntie Millie" at my house. You would be extremely lucky to employ Amelia. Your clients will be thrilled with the level of competence, compassion, love, and care she will provide their pets.
Millie takes great care of my dog Ivy. I can’t say enough how happy I’ve been with her. She’s extremely responsive, sends pictures and is overall very trustworthy. Ivy is a cattle dog who can be challenging at times but everything has worked out great. I highly recommend Millie.
I've known Amelia for over ten years and I have seen her care for the pets of neighbors and friends. She's very considerate and mindful of a pet parents rules and schedules, and takes the time to go out of her way to make the pets comfortable and loved while their owners are away. She's amazing with dogs and loves them so much that she's a natural caregiver!
About Amelia M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced in backyard that ranges from a wooden deck to artificial turf in some areas. At home I have 3 small chihuahua mixes that are fairly relaxed and quiet, and the youngest does love to play. I am able to crate dogs if necessary.
Home
Information Amelia M. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if there are any special accommodations for your dog. I can accommodate elderly or disabled dogs as needed. Generally I have a preference for small/medium dogs (40lbs and under) but can accommodate larger based on temperament.
A typical day
As my dogs are not the most active (one being a senior) we love to start the morning with a nice long casual walk for everyone to potty and get in some good smells. Typically after a walk is some playtime in the yard with toys or puzzles depending on interest level. Pups also get to enjoy some nap time in the afternoon before more playtime and an evening walk.
Services
Amelia can host
Availability
I am currently available most evenings and afternoons and all day Fridays and Saturdays. Currently my schedule may be changing and I will have much more open availability.
About Amelia M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fully fenced in backyard that ranges from a wooden deck to artificial turf in some areas. At home I have 3 small chihuahua mixes that are fairly relaxed and quiet, and the youngest does love to play. I am able to crate dogs if necessary.
Home
Information Amelia M. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if there are any special accommodations for your dog. I can accommodate elderly or disabled dogs as needed. Generally I have a preference for small/medium dogs (40lbs and under) but can accommodate larger based on temperament.
A typical day
As my dogs are not the most active (one being a senior) we love to start the morning with a nice long casual walk for everyone to potty and get in some good smells. Typically after a walk is some playtime in the yard with toys or puzzles depending on interest level. Pups also get to enjoy some nap time in the afternoon before more playtime and an evening walk.
Location
Novato, CA
Pets
Amelia M.
Novato, CA