Casey R.
Casey R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Enrichment Walks & Loving Care
I’ve spent over a decade helping dogs and the people who love them build better relationships. My background includes professional dog training, developing an animal-assisted intervention program in a special education school, working with therapy dog teams, supporting rescue dogs, and educating handlers using positive reinforcement methods. As a former teacher, I bring patience, observation, and a thoughtful approach to every dog I care for. I believe every dog is an individual, and I take the time to understand their personality, communication style, comfort level, and what motivates them. Whether I’m taking your dog for a walk or stopping by for a visit, my focus is on more than just exercise. I pay close attention to body language and stress signals while providing enrichment, safe exploration, and positive interactions tailored to your dog’s needs. I love giving dogs the opportunity to sniff, explore, and enjoy the world while building confidence and trust. I have experience with puppies, adolescent dogs, senior dogs, and rescue dogs adjusting to new homes. I incorporate positive reinforcement principles, including concepts from Puppy Culture, to help puppies develop confidence, healthy habits, and a strong foundation. For dogs who enjoy adventure, I’m also happy to offer longer enrichment walks or easy hikes on dog-friendly trails (with owner approval). These outings are a great way for active dogs to get additional physical and mental enrichment while exploring safely at their own pace. As a dog owner myself, I understand that your dog is family. My goal is to provide the same thoughtful, reliable care, communication, and attention that I would want for my own dogs. I also have experience caring for cats, including living with a senior cat, and I understand that cats often need a different approach than dogs. I’m happy to provide thoughtful care while respecting their individual personalities and boundaries. Every visit/ walk, you will get text updates and photos. As a pet mom myself, it always puts me at ease to see a happy picture while in the care of a trusted sitter or walker. I’m looking forward to meeting your furry family members! Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions! ☺️
Cat care experience
Casey also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I believe every dog and cat is an individual, and I take the time to understand their routines, body language, personality, and needs before providing care. For walks and drop-in visits, I follow your instructions closely and maintain a safe, calm environment for your pet. I use thoughtful handling practices, pay attention to stress signals, and make decisions based on what is best for each individual animal. I always make sure they have fresh water upon return from our walk, and during check-in visits. As a longtime pet owner with dogs and a senior cat of my own, I understand how important it is to trust someone with a member of your family. I treat each home and pet with respect, provide reliable communication, and will always prioritize your pet’s well-being.
Ratings and reviews
I've had the privilege of working with Casey and trusting her to care for my own cat while I was away, and I can honestly say there are very few people I would trust as much with my pets. Animals have always been a huge part of Casey's life personally and professionally, and she has owned and cared for both dogs and cats for as long as I've known her. Her love for animals is evident in everything she does. In addition to her lifelong hands-on experience, Casey has dedicated herself to studying animal behavior, body language, and proper animal care as part of her career. She has an impressive depth of knowledge about the needs of many different animals, and she's always looking to learn more so she can provide the best possible care. What I admire most is Casey's attention to detail and her incredible ability to observe changes in an animal's behavior or health. She has an instinct for recognizing when something may be off, giving pet owners peace of mind that their beloved companions are in caring and capable hands. Casey is dependable, compassionate, and treats every pet as if they were her own. When she cared for my cat, I never had to worry because I knew my pet was not only safe but genuinely well cared for. I wholeheartedly recommend Casey to anyone looking for someone who will care for their pets with the same dedication, knowledge, and kindness that she would give her own.
Casey is a thoughtful and responsible animal-lover with years of experience caring for and training dogs. She would make an excellent addition to you & your pet’s routines. There is no one that I would trust with a pet more than Casey!
Casey has been my go-to for all things pet care and advice for years now! She understands and deeply cares for pets, especially dogs and cats, and will spend every moment with them treating them as if they are her own. She is responsible, reliable and communicative. I highly recommend her for dog walking and/or pet care!
Casey is the BEST. She treats our dogs like her own & I know they are always in good hands with her. I don’t trust many people with my dogs, but Casey is one of those few. She has helped our family for the last 9 years and I couldn’t recommend her enough!
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Schedule
I currently offer walks/ hikes Mondays & Wednesdays: 9:45-12:30 Fridays: 9:45-11:15 I can do check-ins and occasional walks on scheduled weekends and evenings as well.