CJ W.
Springtown, TX
Heart for dogs, need for income
Pet care experience
At a young age I began tagging along with my aunt to her dog training classes. I learned the ins and outs of dog (human) handling and how to show respect and love to animals. My family and extended family always had several animals, and the pets became an important part of my family by supporting me through difficult times. During my experience in the military, I pet sat on multiple occasions for peers that were deployed, underway, or visiting family in their home towns. I have a background check through the government and hold a security clearance. I am currently active duty military on terminal leave, transitioning to the civilian sector. My goal is to find a long term career to support my family; however, I need to find income until the hiring process is complete. For that reason, I believe Rover is the perfect job for me. I absolutely adore animals- I have 4 dogs, 3 cats, and 2 Guinea pigs of my own- and I cannot think of a better way to bring money in to support my family at this time.
Reviews
CJ took amazing care of my dogs while I was deployed. He would feed, water, walk, exercise, and love on them twice a week when my children's caregiver was not home to do so. CJ was reliable, thoughtful, and sincere in his interactions with my girls. I am so thankful for the time he helped my family out.
About CJ W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My dogs are fed twice a day, have an automated water bowl that is connected to our hose outside as well as water indoors, and we enjoy playing in the backyard to exercise. My animals enjoy cuddles on the couch and playtime and I give them a healthy balance of each, depending on which animal (I have both elderly dogs and a puppy). For my clients, I am happy to safely and securely exercise your dog. This looks different for each client so I cannot give a blanket statement. I believe dogs should be leashed or fenced at all times for safety reasons and will absolutely do that with my clients dogs, as they are not familiar with me and may behave differently with me than their owners. I believe that even though I am employed by the client, I am still a guest in their home and will treat their home, animals, and belongings with respect and care. Being from the military, safety and security has been instilled in me as a priority at all times. I am trained in situational awareness to protect your animal while exercising. I believe animals give us so much of their heart and we owe it to them to give that love back and protect them and their well being.
Services
CJ can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently not working; being on terminal leave in the military means I am not working but still on contract through February. I anticipate (and hope) I will be hired in a long term career position in cybersecurity. Due to the nature of cyber security positions, it can take months to be hired on and I am eager to care for your animals in that time. However, it should be noted that my long term goal is an alternative career. The hope is to find a remote position and that will allow for me to continue with my Rover experience.
About CJ W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My dogs are fed twice a day, have an automated water bowl that is connected to our hose outside as well as water indoors, and we enjoy playing in the backyard to exercise. My animals enjoy cuddles on the couch and playtime and I give them a healthy balance of each, depending on which animal (I have both elderly dogs and a puppy). For my clients, I am happy to safely and securely exercise your dog. This looks different for each client so I cannot give a blanket statement. I believe dogs should be leashed or fenced at all times for safety reasons and will absolutely do that with my clients dogs, as they are not familiar with me and may behave differently with me than their owners. I believe that even though I am employed by the client, I am still a guest in their home and will treat their home, animals, and belongings with respect and care. Being from the military, safety and security has been instilled in me as a priority at all times. I am trained in situational awareness to protect your animal while exercising. I believe animals give us so much of their heart and we owe it to them to give that love back and protect them and their well being.
Location
Springtown, TX
Pets
CJ W.
Springtown, TX