Claire M.
Riverside, MA
Paw-some Pet Care (Cats & Dogs)
Pet care experience
Hi! My name is Claire and I am currently a senior at Harvard studying neuroscience. A bit about me: I have loved animals since I was around 0 years old. My family got our first cat when I was just 7, and another soon after. When I was 13, we also adopted a dog that grew up to be 140 lbs. My family and I have fostered and adopted stray cats, and I have also pet-sit for many of my friends' pets back home. I am skilled at making both cats and dogs comfortable, even if they're shy or anxious. I have experience successfully training more difficult or stubborn dogs with a combination of patience, firmness, and calmness. Most importantly, I truly love all animals! Whether it's by going for a run with your dog, tossing some mice around for your cat, or just lounging in the sun with your pet, nothing would bring me more joy than to make your furry friend happy while I am spending time with him or her. Cats and big dogs (including Great Danes and mastiffs) are also absolutely welcome with me!
Reviews
Claire is wonderful! She takes such great care of my dog, even going out of her way to give him water and letting him play with his dog friend next door. She was responsive and always lets me know how the walk went. I can not say enough good things!
We’ve never left our rescue with a complete stranger before, but Claire put us at ease! She took the time to understand his daily routine and personality. Our pup does have a few quirks, but she handled everything well and was very communicative (sent updates and pictures). I plan to book her again in the future!
Claire did a wonderful job! She was extremely communicative, and responded quickly. I loved that she sent photos and videos of my cat while I was away and played with her. Can’t wait to book Claire again!
Once again Claire went above and beyond to make sure our cat, Millie, was well looked after and entertained when we were away. We loved getting the photos and videos of our shy cat looking so happy and cared for; Claire always does a great job of bringing Millie out of her shell. I think Millie is eager for us to go away so she can hang out with Claire again! Thanks, Claire.
About Claire M.
Communication
Skills
Information Claire M. would like to know about your pet
For dogs: age, special needs, training level, energy level, reactivity to strange humans or dogs For cats: comfort level with strangers and biting/scratching
A typical day
I love playing creative games with dogs of all ages and breeds! A couple fan-favorites have been treat-tracking (I tell a dog to stay while I hide a tasty treat in the house, and he/she has to sniff it out, which works on discipline and tracking skills) and the muffin tin puzzle (I place a couple small treats in a muffin tin and cover them with tennis balls, and the dog has to remove the tennis balls to get to the treats underneath). I also love to run and would be happy to take your energetic doggo on a run around your neighborhood.
Services
Claire can watch in your home
About Claire M.
Communication
Skills
Information Claire M. would like to know about your pet
For dogs: age, special needs, training level, energy level, reactivity to strange humans or dogs For cats: comfort level with strangers and biting/scratching
A typical day
I love playing creative games with dogs of all ages and breeds! A couple fan-favorites have been treat-tracking (I tell a dog to stay while I hide a tasty treat in the house, and he/she has to sniff it out, which works on discipline and tracking skills) and the muffin tin puzzle (I place a couple small treats in a muffin tin and cover them with tennis balls, and the dog has to remove the tennis balls to get to the treats underneath). I also love to run and would be happy to take your energetic doggo on a run around your neighborhood.
Location
Cambridge, MA
Claire M.
Riverside, MA