Candice A.
Lake View, IL
Your Neighbor on Southport!
Pet care experience
Hi, I'm Candice and I've loved being around animals my whole life. In addition to genuinely enjoying being around pets, I also have experience working with them on a regular basis through the months I spent working at an animal clinic and as a contracted pet sitter/dog walker. Less formally, I've spent time volunteering at local animal shelters and have petsat for friends over the years. I grew up with several dogs and miss not having one currently. I would love to spoil your pup in the meantime! A walk just doesn't feel right unless there's a dog to accompany you on it. I also would be more than happy to check in on any kitties. As a cat-parent (servant), I understand how worrying it can be to leave them alone during a trip. I would love to spend some time either playing or cuddling with them as needed.
Reviews
I contacted Candice at the last minute for a weekend dog walking schedule. I was impressed with her immediate response and even more impressed by her initiative to set up a meet and greet. The meet and greet was scheduled for a few hours later, and the walks were scheduled. It does help that Candice and I live less than a half mile from each other but I'm still grateful she made the time for me immediately. After each walk (and sometimes during), she would send me updates and pictures. She followed all of my instructions, gave my dog treats and made sure he was well cared for when I was away. To say I am a helicopter mom is an understatement. I mean, my dog is very old and we've been together for fourteen years. He's my everything. Candice made sure I knew that my dog was fed, walked, loved and looked after for the entire weekend. She was responsive, responsible, RELIABLE and loving. Best of all, she gave me tips on how to win over my boyfriend's grumpy cats. Bonus! I will definitely hire her again. Five stars all around.
Candice is great dog sitter. She has volunteered in dog walking and sitting long before she thought about making money off of it. She's kind and compassionate towards animals. Very friendly towards my dogs , even though my 60 lb pit bull can be a little bit too much at times. My other dog, a 13 year old beagle loves Candice as well. He is always excited and happy to see her. Would be one of the first to greet her at the door. I highly recommend Candice if my dogs love her I'm sure your dogs will love her too.
I've volunteered with Candice as at a dog shelter, we would take out the dogs out for walks. Candice is a responsible and caring person. She treats each dog as if it were her own. She is great at handling any sized dog. Candice is a pet owner herself so she knows what it is like to have to leave your pet at home while away.
About Candice A.
Communication
Skills
Information Candice A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know about any behavioral needs such as how comfortable your pup is with other dogs and strangers.
Services
Candice can watch in your home
About Candice A.
Communication
Skills
Information Candice A. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know about any behavioral needs such as how comfortable your pup is with other dogs and strangers.
Location
Chicago, IL
Candice A.
Lake View, IL