Ava A.
Ava A.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced pet lover
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.
Qualifications
Pets
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.
Ratings and reviews
Very responsible, great communication and excellent care of the doggies!
Ava was amazing with our cat while we were away. She gave great updates and it was wonderful not having to worry about anything during our trip !
Ava was wonderful with my two puppies! Having two energetic puppies can be a lot, but she is patient, caring, and attentive to both of them. It gave me peace of mind knowing they were in good hands. I really appreciated the care and attention she gave them, and I would absolutely recommend Ava to anyone looking for a reliable and loving pet sitter!
Once again, Ava took fantastic care of our cat Simone while we were gone for a long weekend. Thank you Ava!!
Ava was amazing and such a great pet sitter for my cat. She was very punctual and communicative. She was very vigilant in the app and always left me with photos! Overall, a wonderful sitter with a great heart!
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.
Calendar and availability
Schedule
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.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsAva can host up to 8 drop-ins per day
- -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