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Claire M.

Ewing, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews
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Calm, Reliable, Experienced, & Safe

Pet care experience

When you're away, you want the best for your pets. I am a full time pet caregiver, focused wholeheartedly on the continued well-being of your animal companions, your family, and your home. When I care for your cats: Change can be difficult for cats - my primary goal when caring for your cat is provide continuity of experience, to do my best to help your cat feel as though you never left. I love to play and I'm fascinated by the hunting drive; if you have a typically active kitty you can bet you'll see some fun action shots of our time together! With those who are more shy and cautious, I am patient, calm, and undemanding -- and often able to make a connection even with the most reserved. I'm comfortable with & experienced at administering medication. When I care for your dog: I love to walk! Rain or shine, hot or cold, and everything in between. I'm confident walking with large, strong dogs, and with multiple dogs. I know how to coach major improvement in the walk behavior of the most determined pullers, and how to encourage more shy and anxious buddies to relax and be comfortable in their world. I look at every walk as an opportunity to practice the patience, steadiness, and mindfulness that makes for a great pet and a great packmate. I practice balanced training methods and I am deeply invested in your dog’s psychological wellbeing, not just providing physical activity. ** I'm fully vaccinated, and still taking public health seriously. I'm comfortable continuing to wear a mask, and always sanitize my leashes and tools between uses, and protecting your home and family is a top priority for me. Please let me know anything I can do to help you feel at ease in this regard **

Reviews

Tatiana S.
Drop-In Visits • janv. 31, 2024
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I don’t usually write reviews but want to say that Claire is the best catsitter I’ve ever had in 16 years of pet ownership. A truly sensitive soul who has a great affinity for all the different personalities of my cats. Every day I looked forward to her beautiful photos and detailed notes. I felt I was there with her. She went above and beyond. Highly recommend!!

Isobel O.
Drop-In Visits • janv. 30, 2024
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Claire is very responsive and I love her notes about visiting my cats. Couldn’t recommend her enough.

Maris W.
Drop-In Visits • déc. 30, 2023
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We are always very happy with Claire! She relates well with our cat, who seems content and happy while we are gone. Her photos and comments are personal, funny, and thoughtful.

Maris W.
Drop-In Visits • août 14, 2023
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Claire, as always, kept our sweet Dori happy and our house well tended while we were gone for a week. She is very responsible and exhibits loving care for our cat, which we very much appreciate. Dori was so sad the morning we left, but showed contentment in Claire's photos and when we arrived home. Thank you!

About Claire M.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will always treat your home with the love and respect I would show my own home. I will always comport myself in the same manner as I would if you were standing next to me. I do ask that if you have smart home products, smart speakers, or recording devices enabled in your home that you please let me know.

Information Claire M. would like to know about your pet

- Any medical issues, medications, diet or exercise restrictions? - What form of flea and tick protection do you use? - What is your dog’s typical walk like? What kind of leash or harness do you typically use? - Are there any problem behaviors you would like me to address during our time together? I am a trainer-in-training and look for opportunities to work with dogs on threshold etiquette, leash manners, phobias or timidness, resource guarding, etc.

A typical day

When I walk your dog: I plan ahead to know the neighborhood and available routes, and have patience and technique to make sure your dog is in a calm and balanced state of mind before we walk out the door. We'll enjoy a mindful, focused walk with plenty of grass time and sniffing opportunities. A half hour walk is my bare minimum — depending on your preference and your dog's energy level, I often rather go longer, up to an hour or even more. I love to send photo updates, please check out my gallery above for a few of my faves...

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Claire can watch in your home

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

Availability

Caring for animals is my full time job. Just because your pet can't read the wall clock doesn't mean they don't know what time it is (just try delaying dinner by a half hour!) I'll always arrive early, stay late, and give your pet the best I've got.

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About Claire M.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will always treat your home with the love and respect I would show my own home. I will always comport myself in the same manner as I would if you were standing next to me. I do ask that if you have smart home products, smart speakers, or recording devices enabled in your home that you please let me know.

Information Claire M. would like to know about your pet

- Any medical issues, medications, diet or exercise restrictions? - What form of flea and tick protection do you use? - What is your dog’s typical walk like? What kind of leash or harness do you typically use? - Are there any problem behaviors you would like me to address during our time together? I am a trainer-in-training and look for opportunities to work with dogs on threshold etiquette, leash manners, phobias or timidness, resource guarding, etc.

A typical day

When I walk your dog: I plan ahead to know the neighborhood and available routes, and have patience and technique to make sure your dog is in a calm and balanced state of mind before we walk out the door. We'll enjoy a mindful, focused walk with plenty of grass time and sniffing opportunities. A half hour walk is my bare minimum — depending on your preference and your dog's energy level, I often rather go longer, up to an hour or even more. I love to send photo updates, please check out my gallery above for a few of my faves...

Location

Ewing, NJ

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Claire M.

Ewing, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
86 reviews