Barbara C.
Barbara C.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Responsible Care, Drop-Ins & Walks
Pets feel comfortable in my care, and owners can rest assured their furry family members are in good hands. I have much pet sitting experience, in addition to caring for my own beloved dogs and cats over the years. With a positive and patient approach, I can help with young pets, senior care, and all stages in between! I love to interact, whether it's to play, go for walks, or gently snuggle on the couch. Shy pets tend to be comfortable with me, and I'm careful with special diets. I tailor my care to each individual character, based on guidance and requests from their pet-parent. I'm happy to provide detailed updates with several photos per visit. (Note: I'm good with timid pets who may shy away, but not with those who may respond in a reactive/aggressive way.)
Cat care experience
Barbara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I have years of experience pet-sitting in clients' homes. I am tidy, careful, safety-conscious and respectful of belongings and privacy. My car is set up for safe pet-transport if needed.
Ratings and reviews
This is our third time having Barbara look after our two cats and once again we were very pleased with her services. She is great at telling the story of each visit and gets good pictures that we look forward to at every check in!
Thank you for taking good care of our girl. We are appreciative of your notes, suggestions and super-cute photos! Thanks again.
Barbara was lovely! Very caring and I knew my kitty was in good hands. She sent lots of photos and a thorough description of the visits which was much appreciated. Tilli loved her! Will definitely book again.
Barbara took wonderful care of our 2 cats, it was nice to know that they were well taken care of while we were away
Barbara was attentive and caring with our cat. She took the time to try and figure out a different food for her. I appreciate Barbara’s attention to detail and wellbeing of our cat.
Barbara took excellent care of our cat, Nina. She kept us updated throughout our time away and even watered our flowers for us. Would highly recommend her as a sitter. Thank you Barbara!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I'm based from home with a flexible schedule. I'm happy to drop-in on dogs by day while their 'parents' are at work, and cats when their people are away. I love to brighten each pet's day with cheerful company, while caring for their needs.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbsDogs over 1 year oldBarbara can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- Please let me know about your pet's diet, any allergies or medication, and any current health issues. What commands does your pet respond to, and what are their favourite games or toys? Are there specific things that startle your dog, and how do they interact with other dogs, people and children? Does your cat like to play and be touched, or prefer to be left alone?