Apolonia H.
Lakewood, CO
Active animal professional
Pet care experience
Hello, my name is Apolonia and I have many years of experience with dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles, and birds. I currently work at Lutheran Hospital. My hours are Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm, I do not work weekends ever. My experience includes veterinary hospitals, dog show handling/training (I know and understand the special handling that goes into having a show dog), animal shelter, IDEXX lab (this is where your very seems the blood work), and of course pet sitting for all kinds of pets. In addition to my animal experience history I also have worked in healthcare, and have experience taking care of the elderly and working with the very sick. I am a very punctual, trusting and a very kind individual. I have worked with every size of dogs from tea cup Chihuahuas to Great Danes. I am also able to work with dogs that are not the most stranger friendly or have other social difficulties. I also am familiar with the taiming and hand feeding process of cats and birds. While I worked at the no-kill animal shelter I was the to go to person for any aggressive/fearful dog or cat, I love being able to show them that people can be trusted and loved. I am able to give medications (glucose checks, oral, topical and inject-able as long as the pet allows for them to be safely given), as well as special care for seniors, and the physically and emotionally challenged dogs. If your pet is under medical care I always follow doctor instructions 100%.
Reviews
She was so great with my Puffcicle and fish. Sent pics and made me feel comfortable about going out of state. I highly recommend her services! I will be contacting her again for my next trip.
Apolonia is a great dog sitter, responsive and helpful.
Apolonia was great, as always! Definitely recommend!
Always willing to fit me and my pup in her schedule. Reliable, dependable and can't say enough how much she has helped me out.
About Apolonia H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do my best to keep the pet on their normal routine. I also do routine checks of the house to make sure everything is secure, safe, and nothing has been gotten into.
Information Apolonia H. would like to know about your pet
I like to know about the pets behavior, needs, and anything special about the pet. I also like to know about anything about the residence, is there a yard, are there stairs that the dog can't go down/up, etc.
A typical day
If the owner allows for me to walk the dog, I always ask what the dog's normal route/routine is first. If no routine is in place, I always make sure to let the owner know where I plan to take the dog before we go on our adventure. Dog parks are an option only if the owner allows them and if the dog is friendly with new dogs. I will take the dog for a local hike if they have hiked before and the owner is ok with the trail. Other wise a neighborhood walk always the plan.
Services
Apolonia can watch in your home
Availability
Besides work I do not have any other activities, so my schedule is open otherwise. When I am pet sitting my focus is completely on the pet.
About Apolonia H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do my best to keep the pet on their normal routine. I also do routine checks of the house to make sure everything is secure, safe, and nothing has been gotten into.
Information Apolonia H. would like to know about your pet
I like to know about the pets behavior, needs, and anything special about the pet. I also like to know about anything about the residence, is there a yard, are there stairs that the dog can't go down/up, etc.
A typical day
If the owner allows for me to walk the dog, I always ask what the dog's normal route/routine is first. If no routine is in place, I always make sure to let the owner know where I plan to take the dog before we go on our adventure. Dog parks are an option only if the owner allows them and if the dog is friendly with new dogs. I will take the dog for a local hike if they have hiked before and the owner is ok with the trail. Other wise a neighborhood walk always the plan.
Location
Lakewood, CO
Apolonia H.
Lakewood, CO