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Courtenay V.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•17 reviews
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Pitbulls, Labs, Shepherds, Poodles!

Pet care experience

A dog owner growing up and then transitioned into a nanny and house-sitter throughout my college years in Boulder for a German Shepherd, golden retriever, two cats and even a horse named Sydney. I then was a pet sitter for 2 small poodles and 2 large cats in NYC. I have experience carpooling animals both by foot, subway and in my car. I currently care for two large, 80+ pound pitbulls mixes making sure they get their exercise and have become well adapted to training skills and hygienic needs. To top it off, my clients are also reassured by the fact that I have a partner in crime. Ryan, my fiancé, is Rover background check certified and is always on standby, making sure that pet owners are never let down. https://www.rover.com/members/ryan-s-responsible-and-love-dogs/ Ryan has met many of my repeat clients and they adore him and are very confident in his ability to provide additional, excellent care. I’ve never needed to resort to Ryan to help cover a gig due to unexpected schedule changes (on my end or a clients), but he has joined me on walks and visited with the pets over pets and gigs. Not only have pet owners grown to love him, but of course the pets as well! Our partnership serves as a bonus to the work that we provide, and I have clients who can confirm this.

Reviews

Elizabeth B.
House Sitting • Mar 27, 2024
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Courtenay gets 5 stars for loving and caring for our pets while we were away. Thank you Courtenay!

Ashley & Michael P.
House Sitting • Mar 23, 2024
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We are so happy to have found Court as a dog sitter. She took such amazing care of Murphy while we were away. She took Murph on multiple walks throughout the stay, took him on hikes, brushed him and even gave him a bath at the end of the stay because it was raining. She was also flexible and accommodating when our flight got canceled and we ended up having to stay an additional 2 days. We would definitely recommend Court!

Chris K.
House Sitting • Mar 11, 2024
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Courtenay was so flexible in accommodating our schedule and extremely friendly and responsive to my messages. We will definitely use her again.

Olivia L.
House Sitting • Feb 05, 2024
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Court watched my two year old Bernese mountain dog for 8 nights. We have our own business so Bernie is with us 24/7, so I knew it would be challenging to find someone who could be around that much, but Court was so accommodating and did just that! Court was so fun and playful with Bernie. She constantly communicated and sent pics/videos and in every video his tail was wagging and I knew he was happy which gave me peace of mind. I was very confident that Bernie was her main focus during her whole stay and got more attention than ever! Court took notes of Bernie’s routines and followed them to make him feel as comfortable as possible since he gets separation anxiety without us there. She also went above and beyond by taking him to the ballfields, a playdate with another dog, on car rides - all the things he loves most. She is very knowledgeable about dogs and very intuitive. She recognizes their feelings and knows what they need. I also returned to a dog and a house that looked better than when I left them haha. She brushed Bernie, kept him clean even though our yard was a muddy mess. The house was cleaner than we left it! I will absolutely rebook with Court again. If you are looking for a dog sitter, look no further. I promise she’ll give them the care that matches or even exceeds what you give your own dog!

About Courtenay V.

Communication

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

Skills

15 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 have experience with dogs that require leashes, and those that are capable of being off leash. I have tended to cats in urban settings, and also in rural, making sure that everyone is attended to according to their specific needs. I am aware of social interactions and body language cues… I’m also comfortable giving your dogs the proper medication‘s. Should that be necessary. I also know quite a bit about hygiene upkeep for dogs and basic training skills to keep tails wagging.

Information Courtenay V. would like to know about your pet

I have experience with elderly dogs and high energy dogs as well as rescue. Basically, I know how to read the body language of canines. At least I am actively learning every day there is always more to know, but I know quite a bit at this point and I’m confident that you will be happy with my work, and if we need to make adjustments? I am flexible and I am opened for your input. I want to work with you not just for you.

A typical day

I communicate with dogs and make sure they know they are loved and paid attention to. I do not believe it is healthy to be on the phone while in the presence of dogs simply because they pick up on this energy. Of course, my phone will be on vibrate and I will always be available. Should anybody need me but I don’t see this as an opportunity to jump on social media, or catch up on my own personal emails. In other words, I really care, truly- about your pets.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$85per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$40per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$45per walk

Courtenay can watch in your home

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

Availability

My avocation of pet sitting/ walking has now turned into a full-blown career! and I embrace the opportunity to get to know new pet owners. I have experience with large, small, and everything in between! I can even feed a horse if you need me to. And references to speak to all of this, I have also taken care of pets in the city and in the country. You name the setting and I will find the reference.

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Calendar last updated 18 days ago
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About Courtenay V.

Communication

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

Skills

15 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 have experience with dogs that require leashes, and those that are capable of being off leash. I have tended to cats in urban settings, and also in rural, making sure that everyone is attended to according to their specific needs. I am aware of social interactions and body language cues… I’m also comfortable giving your dogs the proper medication‘s. Should that be necessary. I also know quite a bit about hygiene upkeep for dogs and basic training skills to keep tails wagging.

Information Courtenay V. would like to know about your pet

I have experience with elderly dogs and high energy dogs as well as rescue. Basically, I know how to read the body language of canines. At least I am actively learning every day there is always more to know, but I know quite a bit at this point and I’m confident that you will be happy with my work, and if we need to make adjustments? I am flexible and I am opened for your input. I want to work with you not just for you.

A typical day

I communicate with dogs and make sure they know they are loved and paid attention to. I do not believe it is healthy to be on the phone while in the presence of dogs simply because they pick up on this energy. Of course, my phone will be on vibrate and I will always be available. Should anybody need me but I don’t see this as an opportunity to jump on social media, or catch up on my own personal emails. In other words, I really care, truly- about your pets.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

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Courtenay V.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•17 reviews