Ariel B.
Chicago, IL
Ariel B. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
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Pet care experience
I'm Ariel. -mostly Ukrainian Village, West Town, Wicker Park, East Village (PLEASE NOTE: I am usually not available until after 4 pm weekdays as I have regular daily walks and visits. I need a week's notice and I can only do one visit or walk a day for each cat or dog. Apologies! ALSO - I don't drive so I only go as far as I can walk. I live in Ukrainian Village and I don't go West of Western, outside of Ashland, North Ave, or Grand Ave. Really trying to stick to this otherwise I spend more time walking than with my animals! 🙂 I'm fully vaccinated-and boosted. So! 🐾 If given a choice between any walk and a walk with a dog, dogs always! I was a volunteer at PAWS for 2 years until I started doing this full time. I love the joy of a dog who knows it's walk time! I hope you'll let me share that joy with yours. I grew up with all kinds of animals, but dogs (and cats) are closest to my heart. Animal lives matter too! They mean as much as people to me. I'm also a cliché cat lady and very experienced cat sitter (with meds & senior cats) if you need one. But I want both in my life whenever I can! They make me happy even in difficult times. 🐕🐈
Reviews
Amazing walker! Always appreciate how much care you put towards my pups!
Ariel is the best! We have used her a few times to watch our 2 cats and she is very thorough with her notes and genuinely enjoys seeing the kitties. We trust her and know the cats are in good hands. Thank you!
Ariel was great as always! Our cats aren’t the most social, but she is always so wonderful with them and her check-in summaries are very reassuring while we are gone.
My sweet pup Charlene cannot get enough of Ariel. They are best friends and Ariel is the kindest human, she leaves the best report cards too!
About Ariel B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My landlord will not allow me to care for pets at home so I don't offer that service. Unfortunately, I'm also unable to stay overnight.
Information Ariel B. would like to know about your pet
Does the dog have a microchip? Tags up to date? How does the dog feel about people and other dogs? Does the dog hate certain kinds of weather? I've managed some excitable dogs up to 50 lbs and pullers if they have sufficient harnesses. I'm also experienced with special needs and senior cats. I have experience with cats oral meds & injections. Diabetes, asthma, thyroid issues, kidney disease, subcutaneous hydration, cancer, age & frailty. Haven't done the more complicated med care for dogs yet but more than willing to take it on. I also have patience & experience with fearful and shy dogs and cats.
A typical day
Sniff and get a look at every interesting (and safe) thing. We'll walk wherever the pet parent recommends. If sticks are OK with parents, we'll pick them up and carry them together (so to speak). If a dog park nearby is recommended - we're there! If you just want a quick pee and indoor playtime that's fine too.
Services
Ariel can watch in your home
Availability
I have regular daily scheduled walks and visits so I'm usually not available until after 4 pm weekdays. I will happily take care of your dog or cat with a week's notice to check my availability.
About Ariel B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My landlord will not allow me to care for pets at home so I don't offer that service. Unfortunately, I'm also unable to stay overnight.
Information Ariel B. would like to know about your pet
Does the dog have a microchip? Tags up to date? How does the dog feel about people and other dogs? Does the dog hate certain kinds of weather? I've managed some excitable dogs up to 50 lbs and pullers if they have sufficient harnesses. I'm also experienced with special needs and senior cats. I have experience with cats oral meds & injections. Diabetes, asthma, thyroid issues, kidney disease, subcutaneous hydration, cancer, age & frailty. Haven't done the more complicated med care for dogs yet but more than willing to take it on. I also have patience & experience with fearful and shy dogs and cats.
A typical day
Sniff and get a look at every interesting (and safe) thing. We'll walk wherever the pet parent recommends. If sticks are OK with parents, we'll pick them up and carry them together (so to speak). If a dog park nearby is recommended - we're there! If you just want a quick pee and indoor playtime that's fine too.
Location
Chicago, IL
Pets
Ariel B.
Chicago, IL