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Claire H.

Quinlan, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews
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Love all animals - furry or finned.

Pet care experience

I have had a pet my entire life - all varieties (cats, dogs, hamsters, mice, gerbils, fish, turtles). Once I finished my professional career, I became a CVA (certified veterinary assistant) and my role was quickly expanded to Veterinary Hospital Administrator. While I am not in that role any more, I am still consulting on the care of animals while I manage an aquatics department as an aquatics specialist (i.e. all things fish). I even built my own koi pond to augment my love of aquarium fish. Of course, my fur babies - 2 dogs and 2 cats - still spend most evenings snuggled with me. My friends say that I'm the only person that have been able to interact with some of their fractious cats or shy dogs. I think the animals can tell that I am a "pet person" and care for all animals - young/old, healthy/recovering from illness, special needs, or ready to play. Please let me know when I can meet/greet your family member(s).

Reviews

Heather F.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 27, 2023
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Claire was excellent with my 3 cats. My two friendly cats took to her very quickly. She took excellent care to take notes about them during our first meeting and everything went smoothly. Can't wait to utilize her services again in the future.

Morgan D.
Jun 21, 2023

Claire has watched my pets countless times since I became a dog mom and I truly have peace of mind going out of town knowing that my babies are left in her capable hands. I know that my dogs are going to be loved and cared for like her own babies. She is always extremely responsive when I reach out to her asking how they are doing and will always send me countless photos of my babies. I always feel comfortable leaving my pets with Claire as she has cats, dogs, turtles, and fish of her own that she has taken care of for over 30 years. If you want your pets taken care of by a loving professional when you go out of town, I couldn't recommend Claire more!

Beverly B.
Jun 19, 2023

Claire and I have been business associates and friends for many years. During the time we worked together, it was her purposefulness and good nature that first drew me to her. However, as I came to know her better, I found her to be a genuinely kind, considerate and honest person. Not too long ago, we adopted a new female German Shepherd. Havoc is aptly named and sort of a wild thing. She is an ex-police dog, with strong protection and guarding tendencies. Unfortunately, one morning while she was lying in the doorway, I tried to step around her, tripped, and broke my arm. I called Claire to let her know we would have to miss our scheduled lunch, but she wouldn’t hear of it and brought lunch to our house. I was extremely apprehensive as Havoc had been very standoffish to strangers entering our home to the point of being out-and-out scary. I need not have worried at all. Havoc took an instant like to Claire to the point where she wanted to sit on Claire’s lap and absolutely would not leave her side. She was even able to look in Havoc’s mouth and discover a dental condition we had not even known about! We also have another rescue dog, Bradley, who lived on the street and Patches, a (formerly?) feral cat. Bradley never hides in the bedroom when Claire comes to visit and she even gets attention from, and the chance to pet, Patches, which never happens. In closing I will say that Claire has been my go-to person about any and all types of animals that I have encountered inside and outside my business. And we do get all types. Lizards, frogs, rabbits, ferrets, dogs and cats. They all seem to just love her. And Claire is absolutely great with all of them. I would recommend Claire for pet sitting without reservation.

Beverly B.
Jun 19, 2023

June 19, 2023 RE: Pet Sitting - Recommendation for Claire Homoky To Whom It May Concern: Claire Homoky and I have been business associates and friends for many years. During the time we worked together, it was her purposefulness and good nature that first drew me to her. However, as I came to know her better, I found her to be a genuinely kind, considerate and honest person. These qualities and her upbeat attitude moved our relationship past that of co-workers into the binding friendship we have now. Although our work has taken us in different directions, we have remained in touch, meeting for lunch on a regular basis. Not too long ago, we adopted a new female German Shepherd. Havoc is aptly named and sort of a wild thing. She is an ex-police dog, with strong protection and guarding tendencies. Unfortunately, one morning while she was lying in the doorway, I tried to step around her, tripped, and broke my arm. I called Claire to let her know we would have to miss our scheduled lunch, but she wouldn’t hear of it and brought lunch to our house. I was extremely apprehensive as Havoc had been very standoffish to strangers entering our home to the point of being out-and-out scary. I need not have worried at all. Havoc took an instant like to Claire to the point where she wanted to sit on Claire’s lap and absolutely would not leave her side. She was even able to look in Havoc’s mouth and discover a dental condition we had not even known about! We also have another rescue dog, Bradley, who lived on the street and Patches, a (formerly?) feral cat. Bradley never hides in the bedroom when Claire comes to visit and she even gets attention from, and the chance to pet, Patches, which never happens. In closing I will say that Claire has been my go-to person about any and all types of animals that I have encountered inside and outside my business. And we do get all types. Lizards, frogs, rabbits, ferrets, dogs and cats. They all seem to just love her. And Claire is absolutely great with all of them. I would recommend Claire for pet sitting without reservation. Sincerely. Beverly A. Barbour Manager Mineola Garden Apartments East Texas Townhomes

About Claire H.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I use rover.com for the care of my own animals when I am away from home. I provide a detailed care sheet for the care of my animals. When I care for yours, I will also create a detailed care sheet with the exact instructions you provide to make sure care is as similar to what you provide. My goal is to make your animals as comfortable with the care as if you were at home with them.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$42per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$23per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood

Claire can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Pets are my priority. I will make sure that care of your animal(s) is my top focus of any day they are in my care. My only other responsibilities are grandchildren, my own animals, and a part-time position as an aquatics specialist.

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About Claire H.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

40 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I use rover.com for the care of my own animals when I am away from home. I provide a detailed care sheet for the care of my animals. When I care for yours, I will also create a detailed care sheet with the exact instructions you provide to make sure care is as similar to what you provide. My goal is to make your animals as comfortable with the care as if you were at home with them.

Location

Quinlan, TX

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Claire H.

Quinlan, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•6 reviews