Caitlin S.
Gretna, LA




A tired dog is a good dog!
Pet care experience
I've always been drawn to animals who are most in need - emotionally and physically. And that means I've gained experience helping animals with medical needs. Since I was 9, I've owned, fostered, delivered, and cared for dogs, cats, and kittens. I have also had a few fish and cared for reptiles and rats, mice, and hamsters. My Norfolk terrier, Chester, had intervertebral disc disease when he was 5. Thankfully, with medical treatment, he regained feeling in his legs! I can give pills without pill-pockets, as well as liquid medicine. I've given shots. And I've administered subcutaneous fluids twice per day to 2 kittens who had panleukopenia virus so they wouldn't get euthanized. But every animal has various needs, medical or otherwise, and deserves the same and equal love and attention. I'd love to care for your cats or dogs as well!
Cat care experience

Caitlin also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
About Caitlin S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Initially, getting to know your fur baby/babies will be about taking it slow, giving them the right body (and facial) cues, being consistent, and building a routine. If you're ok with me giving them a treat, I'll do so based on your recommendation. If not, I'll just smell like I have treats! If you choose in-home services, I'll be on your pet's home turf, and I'm always letting your pet decide the play and love that they're comfortable with. If you're requesting pet-walking, your pet will require leadership, for safety reasons and for them to properly relax. Either way, your fur baby will be comfortable and at ease!
Information Caitlin S. would like to know about your pet
If they have any special medical needs, phobias or fear aggressive tendencies I will need to know. If they need time out from other dogs I'll need to know as well.
A typical day
Stimulation is wonderful for all pets- that can mean different things for different pets. For the extremely geriatric feline, that can be talking/being alert. Other cats can play with toys (they each have unique preferences! - feathers for some, balls for others, strings for another, etc.) An English Bulldog might just want to lounge, but she still needs her downward facing dog! For the highly active terrier, there can be multiple zoomie sessions. Whether playing with toys or just "talking" (interacting), stimulation is so important when without mom and dad. Also- don't forget snuggles! Sometimes pets just feel like a good snuggle. I'm here for it!
Services
Caitlin can watch in your home
Availability
At home, a having a senior dog becomes a daily and weekly routine! As with all animals, that means: eat, poop, play, snuggle, nap, love, repeat! Animals are so smart. They know OUR routines and live by them. They say: "She's washing her face at nighttime? That must mean it's time to go outside before sleep! [yaawwn]" I'd love to have a routine with your pet!
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About Caitlin S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Initially, getting to know your fur baby/babies will be about taking it slow, giving them the right body (and facial) cues, being consistent, and building a routine. If you're ok with me giving them a treat, I'll do so based on your recommendation. If not, I'll just smell like I have treats! If you choose in-home services, I'll be on your pet's home turf, and I'm always letting your pet decide the play and love that they're comfortable with. If you're requesting pet-walking, your pet will require leadership, for safety reasons and for them to properly relax. Either way, your fur baby will be comfortable and at ease!
Information Caitlin S. would like to know about your pet
If they have any special medical needs, phobias or fear aggressive tendencies I will need to know. If they need time out from other dogs I'll need to know as well.
A typical day
Stimulation is wonderful for all pets- that can mean different things for different pets. For the extremely geriatric feline, that can be talking/being alert. Other cats can play with toys (they each have unique preferences! - feathers for some, balls for others, strings for another, etc.) An English Bulldog might just want to lounge, but she still needs her downward facing dog! For the highly active terrier, there can be multiple zoomie sessions. Whether playing with toys or just "talking" (interacting), stimulation is so important when without mom and dad. Also- don't forget snuggles! Sometimes pets just feel like a good snuggle. I'm here for it!
Location
Gretna, LA
Pets



Caitlin S.
Gretna, LA