Courtney S.
Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME
Services
Courtney can care for
Availability
I currently own and run a small private wellness practice in Portland, which gives me flexibility with my schedule some days. With enough notice, I can commit to specific morning or mid-day time frames I may be needed for drop-in care, walks, or feedings. Unfortunately, I am not available for boarding at my house, overnight stay care, or evening drop-ins since I have two senior miniature dachshunds and a 6-month old baby whom I have to pick up from day care.
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About Courtney S.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
In the past - for overnight care or boarding, I preferred to arrange a time for me to meet with you and your furbaby before deciding if I am a good fit for what you need. For walks/mid-morning or mid-day drop ins, I’m open to discussing details over the phone before meeting in person.
Information Courtney S. would like to know about your pet
Letting me know as much about the personality and preferences of your pet is important so that your dog feels safe, as well as myself.
A typical day
For drop-in visits and walks, your pet will first be greeted with gentle love, checking in on them to see how they're doing, followed by playtime and adventure! For dogs that require more activity to get their energy out, we may pick up the pace and jog a bit, play fetch, or any other activity they may enjoy. For animals that need light exercise, we will take an easy walk followed by more pets and belly scratches. Since I practice a little canine massage, your pets may also receive some intentional touch :)
Location
Portland, ME
Pets
Reliable & Nurturing Dog Walker
Pet care experience
I have two years of experience working in a doggy daycare facility and over 13 years of experience providing more intimate in-home care for families. I have worked with young animals to seniors and understand the patience that is required while working with animals. For previous families, I have provided drop-in visits, including walks and playtime, and provided longer-term overnight care, including feedings, supplements and medication, and all the loving attention. I, too, have been a pet parent to: dogs, cats, ferrets, parrots, and fish, to name a few, so I understand how important it is to find a sitter you feel comfortable with, who connects with your pet(s), and who takes care of your animals and your home.
Reviews
Courtney was a perfect sitter for our dog and cat. She stayed at our place for three nights, and took care of everything. Our animals were happy as ever when we got home from our trip. Courtney was an excellent communicator from the start and did everything to make it easy for us to get away. She sent photos and text updates throughout, left our house immaculately clean, and was so so sweet to our babies. 11/10, can't recommend her enough.
Courtney has been wonderful with my dogs!
Courtney was responsive and responsible and took excellent care of our dog. She also left our home spotless when she left.
Courtney was wonderful! She was very communicative by giving me updates and pictures often! I would absolutely use her again in the future, thanks Courtney!
About Courtney S.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
In the past - for overnight care or boarding, I preferred to arrange a time for me to meet with you and your furbaby before deciding if I am a good fit for what you need. For walks/mid-morning or mid-day drop ins, I’m open to discussing details over the phone before meeting in person.
Information Courtney S. would like to know about your pet
Letting me know as much about the personality and preferences of your pet is important so that your dog feels safe, as well as myself.
A typical day
For drop-in visits and walks, your pet will first be greeted with gentle love, checking in on them to see how they're doing, followed by playtime and adventure! For dogs that require more activity to get their energy out, we may pick up the pace and jog a bit, play fetch, or any other activity they may enjoy. For animals that need light exercise, we will take an easy walk followed by more pets and belly scratches. Since I practice a little canine massage, your pets may also receive some intentional touch :)
Courtney S.
Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME