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April P.

orland park, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•45 reviews
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Vet tech, All Species Welcome!

Pet care experience

Hi there, I'm April. I am an experienced licensed vet tech and pet sitter, and I can't wait to meet you and your pet! Dogs are amazing to me because they love unconditionally. They're always ready to cheer you up with their happy faces and wagging tails. I became a pet sitter because I love helping out, and I absolutely love hanging out with dogs and cats! You and your dog will love that I have so much experience. I have been a Certified Vet Technician for over 12 years having worked in all departments of emergency and specialty. Through my years of experience and continuing education, I have built a lot of knowledge on handling animals of all different sizes, ages, breeds, temperaments and ailments. From healthy puppies to hospice care, I have taken care of them all! I have also fostered with Paws Chicago and love helping out rescues when I can. Basically, my career and personal life has been all about the welfare of these special animals and I don't see myself stopping anytime soon. I pride myself on providing excellent customer service. I am able to anticipate your pet's needs, and am happy to accommodate anything unique about them. I'm also so excited to meet more wonderful dogs. Each dog has their own personality and I love getting to know them one by one. Please reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or if you just want to say hi! I'd love to set up a meet and greet to see if we'd be a good match.

Reviews

Theresa N.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 11, 2022
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April did a fantastic job watching our 2 kitty cats ? while we were away for a few days! She was very thorough in letting us know of the activities of our kitties and we felt at ease knowing that they were receiving such caring attention. We even received a few pics that brought a smile to our faces. ?

Kathy M.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 13, 2021
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April did a fantastic job of caring for my older cats, one of which requires daily medication. She went above and beyond. I received daily photos and messages so I knew they were in good hands. I would definitely recommend her and would use her again in the future.

Angelica C.
Doggy Day Care • Sep 19, 2019
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I am SO grateful I found April and that she was available to help with Beatrice. She’s kind, calm, patient, and so nice. I was nervous to find a dog walker and sitter, and April was the best person to find. I felt so comfortable leaving Beatrice with her, and I even got pictures and update throughout the day. It was a great experience. Will use her again and again!

Kristina H.
Dog Walking • Aug 09, 2019
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Polite and always goes the extra mile!

About April P.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

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Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information April P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know vaccination status. Are they on flea and tick preventatives. If there are any current health issues or past pertinent ones. What kind of medications they are on. If there are any exercise intolerances. Are they people, animal or any other type of aggressive. Are there dietary allergies or restrictions. Are there parts of their body they don't like to be touched. Are they ok around children. I want to provide the best care so the more detail the better!

A typical day

Luckily, I live right next to walking trails and a lake. There will be plenty of play time and attention. I am very attentive to your dogs needs whether it be a playful puppy or a pet that is older and needs more patience. If you are working on behavior training or have any other needs I can make sure to keep your pet on schedule.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

April can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

April can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

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About April P.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information April P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know vaccination status. Are they on flea and tick preventatives. If there are any current health issues or past pertinent ones. What kind of medications they are on. If there are any exercise intolerances. Are they people, animal or any other type of aggressive. Are there dietary allergies or restrictions. Are there parts of their body they don't like to be touched. Are they ok around children. I want to provide the best care so the more detail the better!

A typical day

Luckily, I live right next to walking trails and a lake. There will be plenty of play time and attention. I am very attentive to your dogs needs whether it be a playful puppy or a pet that is older and needs more patience. If you are working on behavior training or have any other needs I can make sure to keep your pet on schedule.

Location

orland park, IL

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April P.

orland park, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•45 reviews