Brenda R.
Brenda R.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Longtime dog parent, all-in care!
Dogs have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve cared for Dorothy and Simba for 14 and 13 years — feeding, walking, grooming, and handling every vet visit along the way. When Dorothy was hurt in a dog attack and needed emergency care, I was the one who got him to the vet and stayed level-headed through it, which taught me a lot about staying calm in stressful situations. I’ve also fostered dogs, so I’m comfortable with pets who need a little extra patience or adjustment time. At the end of the day, I just genuinely love dogs — it’s not a job to me, it’s something I’ve always done.
Cat care experience
Brenda also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I live in an apartment with two cats of my own so I don’t currently have dogs at home — just a calm, clean space I keep consistent for any pet staying with me. My cats are used to visitors and generally easygoing, but I’m happy to talk through introductions ahead of time if that matters for your pet. There’s a park directly across the street, which makes it easy to get dogs outside for exercise multiple times a day.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
My schedule is very flexible right now, so I have plenty of availability throughout the week for walks, drop-ins, or boarding — mornings, afternoons, and evenings. I may eventually pick up part-time work, but even then I’d still have consistent time set aside for pet care. There’s also a park right across the street from my apartment, so daily walks and playtime are easy to build into the routine.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldBrenda can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
- Let me know about any special needs, medications, or behavioral quirks so I can plan around them. I grew up with family dogs and have experience with feeding schedules, medical emergencies, and anxious or high-energy temperaments, so I’m comfortable with most breeds and personalities.