Andrea M.
Barrington, RI
Temporary Digs 4 Dogs!
Pet care experience
Hi! I am a part-time student and mom to two pet-loving girls, ages 4, and 6. Dogs have a hold on me. I’m not quite sure why. They just always have. People tell me I must be part-human and part-dog. I think my daughters might be part-dog too -- they pant and pretend much of the time! In 2014, I lost my 18 year old shih tzu to kidney disease that had accelerated much faster than we expected. I felt like I’d lost a son. I vowed after I lost Nibbles that I would get more involved and give back to the species that gives me so much without really trying. I can’t wait to get involved with Rover.com and help pet owners and their pets feel more relaxed when Mom and Dad are out of town. Why I love dog sitting I always have. I grew up with a poodle, then a Lhasa Apso, in my youth. In high school, we adopted two shih tzus, one of which lived until just last year. I often feel like there's just something about dogs that tugs at my heart's strings in a way that nothing else does. In high school, I walked a local family's dog daily for about two years, rain or shine. Following high school, I built up a few private clients walking dogs daily or petsitting on weekends. I also worked for an established petsitting company for two summers (all up in the Boston area). About my yard Our backyard is was completely fenced in -- some of it fell after a recent windstorm last month, which we need to repair. Once that ‘s done, we’re back to being fenced! My experience administering medication As long as the dog is comfortable receiving it from a (relative) stranger, I am comfortable administering meds. I administered oral meds (pills) as well as some injectables (Adequan) to my senior shih tzu for years.
Reviews
Riley was well taken care of on very short notice. Andrea and her family were great, they kept us updated while away and sent photos. We would book again :).
Our dog enjoyed spending time with Andrea and her family! It was our first time and we will definitely book again.
Andrea and her family took great care of our dog, and was very responsive whenever I reached out with questions or just to check in - both before and during the stay. Our dog enjoyed her fenced backyard and daily walks with Andrea.
Andrea took wonderful care of Pico!
About Andrea M.
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Information Andrea M. would like to know about your pet
For overnight boarding chez-moi, I will need to know how the dog generally interacts with kids (mainly babies), as we have girls 4 and 6. In theory, I would like to accept each and every dog, but in reality, I will need to turn away dogs that are not comfortable (and safe) with our little ladies.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks I LOVE to exercise outdoors, which is one of the reasons I am interested in this role with Rover! I live in a neighborhood full of dogs that get walked a lot, so for dogs with only moderate exercise needs, there are a lot of great places to pee right in our neighborhood. There is also a walking path/biking path (Ten Mile Greenway) and Slater Park, which are 1.5 miles away. Your dog's sleeping arrangement We will probably figure this out together on a case-by-case basis. My shih tzu slept on our bed every night, so we are comfortable with cosleeping, at least with smaller dogs. Time I'll spend with your dog I am a stay-at-home mom, so my schedule is fairly flexible most days. My little girl is in day care two days a week, so those days I am even more available to focus on companions of the canine variety! I generally go to the gym those days, but if I am caring for an active dog, I would ditch the gym and take the dog for a run or walk around our neighborhood or the Ten Mile Greenway walking path.
Services
Andrea can host
Andrea can watch in your home
About Andrea M.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Andrea M. would like to know about your pet
For overnight boarding chez-moi, I will need to know how the dog generally interacts with kids (mainly babies), as we have girls 4 and 6. In theory, I would like to accept each and every dog, but in reality, I will need to turn away dogs that are not comfortable (and safe) with our little ladies.
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks I LOVE to exercise outdoors, which is one of the reasons I am interested in this role with Rover! I live in a neighborhood full of dogs that get walked a lot, so for dogs with only moderate exercise needs, there are a lot of great places to pee right in our neighborhood. There is also a walking path/biking path (Ten Mile Greenway) and Slater Park, which are 1.5 miles away. Your dog's sleeping arrangement We will probably figure this out together on a case-by-case basis. My shih tzu slept on our bed every night, so we are comfortable with cosleeping, at least with smaller dogs. Time I'll spend with your dog I am a stay-at-home mom, so my schedule is fairly flexible most days. My little girl is in day care two days a week, so those days I am even more available to focus on companions of the canine variety! I generally go to the gym those days, but if I am caring for an active dog, I would ditch the gym and take the dog for a run or walk around our neighborhood or the Ten Mile Greenway walking path.
Location
Barrington, RI
Andrea M.
Barrington, RI