Ben P.
Ben P.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Thoughtful + deeply connected care!
I’m having surgery 4/24 and can provide 24/7 home care, minus PT! Since age 10, I have taken care of a variety of pets and ages. Thru awareness been able to retrain them to break habits, etc. that others said would be impossible ie coprophagia, anxiety, barking: to name a few.
Cat care experience
Ben also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I am a good listener to then ask great questions related to pet and home care. I believe it is important to keep consistency in our homes and with our pets too. Having a sitter adjust to the norms is expected so that pets are well taken care of.
Ratings and reviews
Ben came by for a meet and greet and was friendly and communicated well. He then stayed in my home with my cat while I was traveling. He got along well with my cat and was responsive and communicated well while I was away. My home was clean when I returned (he also had cleaned the sheets and towels he used) I could barely tell he had been there other than coming home to a calm and cared for cat and plants. He was thoughtful and asked good questions to do the job well and to utilize my home respectfully. I would have him house and pet sit again. He kept up with my cat’s medications (pills), wet food feeding schedule, and treats.
Ben was exactly who we needed for our recent trip. He not only took care of the house, but he walked our dog (usually twice a day, which is more than she usually gets) and spent time snuggling our kitties. Our pets bonded with Ben much more than with past caregivers. It was so nice to know they were safe and happy while we were gone and not experiencing any stress from our absence. We returned to a clean house and well-fed, happy pets. Thank you, Ben!
Ben is THE person to have watching your animal. He is very communicative, enthusiastic and clearly loves what he does (and Pinto loves him.)
Ben is an EXCEPTIONAL dog and home sitter! Our two dogs have very different personalities and he adjusted to their varying quirks and needs beautifully. Our younger dog is quite shy and he was very patient with her and met her at her comfort level, even if it changed throughout the day. His communication is also EXCELLENT! He confirmed the day prior to our departure, let us know he was able to get into our home, and gave us regular updates during our trip. Ben goes above and beyond and I will certainly be asking for his services again soon!
Ben took care of our dogs and house for 7 days and did a terrific job. We will definitely call on him again.
Excellent care of our home and pets! Excellent communication!
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Schedule
My schedule is very flexible working for myself, remotely, and able to be free 99% of the time with minimal work distractions (less than 1 hr a week required). I choose when and what to work on.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsBen can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- If it is other dog friendly, jumps on adults/kids/dogs, has fears or out of the ordinary behaviors (I had a pup have a panic attack that I soothed but snuggling her for hours on my chest while reading and giving it loving)