Benjamin S.
Benjamin S.
Highlights
Pet care experience
29 year old zoo keeper!
I have been a zoo keeper for the past 4 years, and have worked with animals of all sizes and temperaments! I grew up with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and have lived with a yellow lab. I also have ample experience with cats, birds, rodents, reptiles, amphibians and many small mammals. I have spent time looking after family and friends’ pets many times before!
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I do not have the availability to house pets at my home, but I am very willing to travel to the destination that is needed!
Ratings and reviews
Ben was absolutely wonderful and took great care of Kodi. Great communication, responsive, and very dependable. Highly recommended to take fantastic care of your pet.

Benjamin has been amazing. So nice and takes such great care of our boy. Highly recommend!!

Ben is very professional. Rusty is very lucky to have him for walks

Ben was fantastic! He took such great care of our dog Skye over a long weekend, and even went above and beyond to check on our cats too. We came home to happy, well-cared-for pets and total peace of mind. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be booking Ben again!

Ben Smith has cared for animals for many years, both professionally and personally, and has been an animal lover all his life. He has a worked with both shy and excited animals, and knows how to handle all different types of animal temperaments. He is patient and will always take the time to comfort each pet as if it were his own. Ben is also very used to physical work, and therefore would have no issues handling larger pets. Ben is very compassionate and well rounded, and therefore I know he would excel in this position
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Schedule
My work schedule is Friday-Tuesday from 8-4, with Wednesdays and Thursdays off weekly. I have availability all day Wednesdays and Thursdays. During my work week, I will be home and ready to go by 5:00 PM, and can provide any services after that time!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsBenjamin can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
- Let me know of any pre-existing conditions ahead of time! I am happy to work with any and all animals (large, small, and anything in between). I have given medication before through several methods if needed.
