Ava A.
Ypsilanti, MI
Services
Ava can care for
Availability
I work part time at PetSmart and may need to leave your pet for 5.5 hours at a time. Stay duration note: Additionally, due to my own pets’ needs (two kitties), it is unlikely that I will accept house sitting requests for longer than 14 days, but it is still worth asking! I do not accept pet-sittings if the expectation is for me to be present at the client’s home 24/7. If the expectation is that I may only leave the house for less than 2 hours, that is considered constant care for my business, and I will need to charge as such. My constant care rate is 2x the standard care rate, and if it is over a holiday, my constant care rate is 2.5x my standard rate.
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About Ava A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am bonded and insured with Pet Care Insurance as well as a full member of Pet Sitters International. If you are curious about learning more, please let me know. I prefer to meet the clients and their pets in their home or somewhere public a few days prior to walking, stopping by, or pet sitting just so we can be acquainted. I cannot accept new clients without first having a meet and greet. In my client’s home, I love to leave it cleaner than when I came in. Having an itinerary/routine for the pet written down is helpful for me as well for pet sitting and check-ins. I love taking pictures of my client’s pets for them to have throughout our time together! I also love having quality play/pets time with the animals as that strengthens the human-animal bond! If you require me to care for plants, please understand that I struggle with caring for plants unless you provide specific directions or are patient with my questions! My skills are with animals, so unfortunately, I do not have a green thumb.
Information Ava A. would like to know about your pet
-Vaccination/general health history -General temperament/personality -Likes and dislikes -Any medical conditions and/or medications -Any known bite incidences, human or pet -Emergency phone numbers (owner, veterinarian, emergency contact who knows the pet/has access to the home) -Special accommodations not health related -Usual routine
A typical day
I like to stimulate the animals mentally and physically, however within their comfort zones. Playing with their favorite toys, enrichment activities, lots of pets, anything to give them that stimulation. I prefer to take animals on walks on their usual routes and parks, as they are often more comfortable on such routes than unfamiliar ones. I try not to take pets to dog parks even if that is a part of their usual routine unless I’ve been to the dog park with the client and the dog multiple times.
Location
Ypsilanti, MI
Pets
Experienced pet lover
Pet care experience
ARMOUR PET SERVICES, member: Pet Sitters International, bonded and insured. Hello! My name is Ava! Thanks for visiting my page! In May of 2021, I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences and a certificate in Companion Animal Nutrition! Since my mom is a veterinarian, I have had the privilege of having a wide variety of pets in my lifetime (dogs, cats, birds, snakes, Guinea pigs, rabbits, and hamsters) and know how to be around many breeds and temperaments! In undergrad, I took and eventually was a teaching assistant for companion animal courses (specifically behavior and care/management). Additionally, I was the dog walker at my mom's veterinary clinic and have raised my own dog (fun fact: I grew up on a dairy farm and my dog is now my family’s farm dog)! If your pet loves to play, I'm your girl! I know how to administer medications and have worked with breed/disorder related diets, exercise, and potential hazards. I was pet CPR certified in undergrad, but I have not maintained the certification. However, I am still well equipped to handle any urgent need. If a medical issue arises, I will likely phone my mother, who is a veterinarian, in addition to Rover’s hotline, for her input on next steps (as well as contacting the owner, of course). I know what is expected of me and appreciate any opportunity! I offer dog walking, check-ins, and house-sitting in clients’ homes! Unfortunately, I do not offer boarding in my own apartment since I have two cats who need their space. Leaving your pet in someone else’s hands, even for a little bit, is really tough, therefore I will text you and send pictures of your pet to you frequently! Going on walks is one of my favorite things to do as long as the dog is relatively well trained on a leash. I can always find something to do with your pet and know how important it is to take care of pets with separation anxiety. Watching pets should be more than just feeding and playing! I am more than happy to do other pet related chores such as cleaning, refilling, basic grooming, etc. Unfortunately, I do not have a green thumb. No matter how big or how small, I am always happy to help keep them comfortable and happy while you are away! I hope to see you and your furry friends very soon!
Cat care experience
Ava also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Ava was exceptional with my high anxiety pooch, Angel. She was patient and communicative, and tried different tactics to work with Angel to make her comfortable. I came home to a calm, happy pup and I cannot thank Ava enough! We would definitely love to have Ava back again.
Ava did a wonderful job with our cat while we were out of town for a couple of days. She completed everything that we asked her to do, was timely, and our cat loved her. We really appreciated getting such quick updates on how it went as well. Thank you Ava!
Ava had great communication and I loved knowing Willow had a friend hanging with her!
Ava did a great job taking care of Gehrig! This was our first time using her, and we were very happy. She was punctual, took great care of Gehrig, and we came home to a happy dog and a clean house. We will definitely use Ava again!
About Ava A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am bonded and insured with Pet Care Insurance as well as a full member of Pet Sitters International. If you are curious about learning more, please let me know. I prefer to meet the clients and their pets in their home or somewhere public a few days prior to walking, stopping by, or pet sitting just so we can be acquainted. I cannot accept new clients without first having a meet and greet. In my client’s home, I love to leave it cleaner than when I came in. Having an itinerary/routine for the pet written down is helpful for me as well for pet sitting and check-ins. I love taking pictures of my client’s pets for them to have throughout our time together! I also love having quality play/pets time with the animals as that strengthens the human-animal bond! If you require me to care for plants, please understand that I struggle with caring for plants unless you provide specific directions or are patient with my questions! My skills are with animals, so unfortunately, I do not have a green thumb.
Information Ava A. would like to know about your pet
-Vaccination/general health history -General temperament/personality -Likes and dislikes -Any medical conditions and/or medications -Any known bite incidences, human or pet -Emergency phone numbers (owner, veterinarian, emergency contact who knows the pet/has access to the home) -Special accommodations not health related -Usual routine
A typical day
I like to stimulate the animals mentally and physically, however within their comfort zones. Playing with their favorite toys, enrichment activities, lots of pets, anything to give them that stimulation. I prefer to take animals on walks on their usual routes and parks, as they are often more comfortable on such routes than unfamiliar ones. I try not to take pets to dog parks even if that is a part of their usual routine unless I’ve been to the dog park with the client and the dog multiple times.
Ava A.
Ypsilanti, MI