Ashton A.
Colorado Springs, CO
Dog & Cat Owner and Zookeeper
Pet care experience
My availability is Friday and Saturday for drop ins and walks. I can be more flexible with dog sitting days as long as your pets are okay being at home for 9 hours while I am at work. On Thursdays starting in January 2025, I will be unavailable during the day from 7:30a-8:30p for work. I have two dogs (the brindle shepherd and the Australian shepherd) and two cats, all of whom I love very much. I have a bachelor’s degree in Animal Behavior from Indiana University where I started a student organization that works with service dogs called "ICAN at IU". My experiences with dogs ranges in age (I got my dog as a 4 month old puppy and had a dog until he was 14 when I was growing up), size (my parents own a 7 pound dog and a 120 pound dog), and breed (I have had a shepherd, lab/husky, great dane and shitzu). I obviously love animals, as that is what my degree is catered to, and would love to get to know your pets. I also have experience with other species of animals (such as cats, reptiles, and birds) from my current work experience as a zookeeper at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and former experience as a veterinary assistant. I am confident that I can provide quality care for your pets while you are away. Please let me know if there is anything else that you would like to know about me!
Reviews
Ashton is absolutely amazing and we will absolutely be using her again to watch our dogs!! She has amazing communication, punctuality, and provided exceptional care for our dogs!!
Great communication and seemed to be great with the dogs! Would book again.
I have used Ashton before and will request her again. I am comfortable and confident, leaving Winston and Gracie in Ashton's care while on vacation. Ashton is a responsible and conscientious dog sitter. She communicates timely and responsibly. I recommend her to my friends and neighbors.
Ashton was AMAZING!! We had a last minute trip over the weekend and she made it happen for us. We were so happy knowing our babies were in great hands. Frequent photos and updates and super, super communicative throughout the whole time. We'll be repeat customers with no hesitation 🫶🏻
About Ashton A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not provide services at my home but am happy to cater my services to the needs of the pet(s) in their own home.
Information Ashton A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know what motivates the dog- is it toys? treats? affection? verbal praise? What are the dog's primary cues? Are they hand cues? Are they verbal cues? Are they both? Is the dog reactive? If so, to what? Is the dog afraid of anything? Is there anything that you would like me to work with behavior/training wise with your dog?
A typical day
I like to focus on enriching pets’ environments. That can look like putting on a show (one of my dogs loves the animated 101 Dalmatians), taking them on a walk where they get to smell everything, and training (if owner approved). I think it’s important to read the pets’ needs and go from there.
Services
Ashton can watch in your home
Availability
I have Fridays and Saturdays off and work from 8-5 on the other days of the week. However, I can take care of your pet(s) before and after work with no problem.
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About Ashton A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not provide services at my home but am happy to cater my services to the needs of the pet(s) in their own home.
Information Ashton A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know what motivates the dog- is it toys? treats? affection? verbal praise? What are the dog's primary cues? Are they hand cues? Are they verbal cues? Are they both? Is the dog reactive? If so, to what? Is the dog afraid of anything? Is there anything that you would like me to work with behavior/training wise with your dog?
A typical day
I like to focus on enriching pets’ environments. That can look like putting on a show (one of my dogs loves the animated 101 Dalmatians), taking them on a walk where they get to smell everything, and training (if owner approved). I think it’s important to read the pets’ needs and go from there.
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Pets
Ashton A.
Colorado Springs, CO