Andrea M.
East Harriet, MN
Experienced cat sitter/dog walker
Pet care experience
Hello there! My preferred name is Shay and I'm an animal enthusiast with a lifetime of experience caring for them. Sidenote: For the longest time I was convinced I was going to become a veterinarian, but life eventually took me in another direction. I grew up always having a dog in the house and love the company furry friends can bring. About six years ago I became a cat caregiver myself and then again two years later to complete my family! Over the past three years, I’ve focused my sitting efforts on helping friends and family when they needed their animals cared for, but now I’m looking to do this more regularly since I recently moved to Minneapolis. I have experience in giving medication, ensuring daily exercise is had (important they get those wiggles out!) and giving all of the play and snuggles. My services include walks, home drop-ins and house sitting at your home. Whatever you and your animals need, I’m here to work with you to help make it possible. As a teacher’s aid, I usually work 7:30-4:30 M-F and have weekends off with summer being even more flexible. I look forward to connecting and meeting your furry loved ones!
Reviews
We've used Shay 4 times already (before they were on Rover) and we plan to continue as we've been thoroughly impressed! Shay has stayed at our house and watched our two huskies who need daily exercise first thing in the morning. They sent pictures and fun videos of the dogs throughout the stay and reached out if any questions popped up. Beyond the basics, Shay goes above and beyond in other areas to. Coming home each time, I feel like our house is CLEANER than how we left it (counters, garbage and such). The last stay they even asked if they could fill up our dog food bin which was running low before they left on check-out day! Highly recommend!
About Andrea M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Prior to visiting I look over any instructions that were sent to me so I know what I need to do first when I arrive. First things first, greet them! I first like to make contact with the pet when I enter to ensure they are okay and to let them know I am there. If they want pets or to play I’ll give them all the attention they need. Then I go to give them fresh water and ensure they have food. If allowed I’ll give them treats in the amount and manner directed to me.
Information Andrea M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know what their normal routine is, I like to stick as close to the routine as possible as to not create confusion. And just any fun facts I should know about them to connect with them!
A typical day
Depending on the cat I greet them and sit in the floor with them for a few minutes, once they seem comfortable I’ll bring out some toys and stuff play! For dogs I let them outside right away so they can go potty. Fill water dishes and give lots and lots of pets! After that getting their favorite toy and playing fetch or tug of war is always a great game. If they seem extra energized I’ll take them for an extra walk to get the wiggles out!
Services
Andrea can watch in your home
Availability
I work full time but I have weekend availability to cat sit and dog sit! As for dog walking I would be available after 5pm Monday-Wednesday. Weekends for dog walking anytime would work. Soon I will have the summer off and will have plenty of availability for cat sitting, dog sitting and dog walking!
About Andrea M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Prior to visiting I look over any instructions that were sent to me so I know what I need to do first when I arrive. First things first, greet them! I first like to make contact with the pet when I enter to ensure they are okay and to let them know I am there. If they want pets or to play I’ll give them all the attention they need. Then I go to give them fresh water and ensure they have food. If allowed I’ll give them treats in the amount and manner directed to me.
Information Andrea M. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know what their normal routine is, I like to stick as close to the routine as possible as to not create confusion. And just any fun facts I should know about them to connect with them!
A typical day
Depending on the cat I greet them and sit in the floor with them for a few minutes, once they seem comfortable I’ll bring out some toys and stuff play! For dogs I let them outside right away so they can go potty. Fill water dishes and give lots and lots of pets! After that getting their favorite toy and playing fetch or tug of war is always a great game. If they seem extra energized I’ll take them for an extra walk to get the wiggles out!
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Pets
Andrea M.
East Harriet, MN