annie v.
Cottage Grove, MN
I enjoy devoting my time to care
Pet care experience
I've cared for dogs since I was young, and over the years I've really honed in on my skills of communication with them from daily routines to training and pain management. I'm often expanding my knowledge through observation, research and practice.
Reviews
Annie V. Is fabulous!! The best dog sitter I have ever had, she house sat for me and even cleaned out my garage!! She is trustworthy & trained my dog to do some tricks!
Annie was awesome. Our Germane Shepherd, Cash, absolutely loves her. She is doting, patient and very attentive. I love how she sends little short videos and pix of their activities. Thk u, Annie... always A++++
Annie was fantastic. She is thoughtful, conscientious, and great with animals. She was very responsive and communicative and sent pics and photos of our pets daily. When we got home, the house was cleaner than when we left! Highly recommend.
Annie is a fantastic sitter with a great sense of humor. We have an elderly dog and she maintained his health and happiness. He loved her massages. She even connected with our cat - who never hangs out with anyone but immediate family. She sent pictures and updates daily. I hope she is available the next time we leave town!
About annie v.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Every dog has their own unique personality so I enjoy observing them, and giving them the chance to get to know me first, I find it important to understand their ques before diving into interaction. I'm a strong believer in patience, positive reinforcement, verbal teachings and timeouts (only when nessesary) vs harsh or physical discipline.
Information annie v. would like to know about your pet
Please share any special needs (physical, mental, medical, dietary etc.), behaviors, triggers, routines/commands your fur baby may have that I should account for, as well as primary and secondary emergency contact information.
A typical day
I truly enjoy the company of animals so my time is devoted to playing, singing, dancing, training, walking, massaging, cuddling and grooming them once/if they're comfortable.
Services
annie can watch in your home
Availability
Im a pet parent to my 11 year old chihuahua, Leo, and I provide care for my parents regularly. I'm also an independent contractor and have multiple gigs where I get to choose when I work. Between responsibilities, I fortunately still have a pretty flexible schedule to provide care on a regular basis, or accomodate as needed from morning, noon or night - weekdays and most weekends. My overnight rates are based on 12 consecutive hours (arrival and departure times can be discussed in detail) with several drop-ins during the day of undivided attention. Send me a message and I'll always try to accomodate when and where I can.
About annie v.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Every dog has their own unique personality so I enjoy observing them, and giving them the chance to get to know me first, I find it important to understand their ques before diving into interaction. I'm a strong believer in patience, positive reinforcement, verbal teachings and timeouts (only when nessesary) vs harsh or physical discipline.
Information annie v. would like to know about your pet
Please share any special needs (physical, mental, medical, dietary etc.), behaviors, triggers, routines/commands your fur baby may have that I should account for, as well as primary and secondary emergency contact information.
A typical day
I truly enjoy the company of animals so my time is devoted to playing, singing, dancing, training, walking, massaging, cuddling and grooming them once/if they're comfortable.
Location
Cottage Grove, MN
Pets
annie v.
Cottage Grove, MN