Courtney W.
South Salt Lake, UT
Pet-lover and patient friend!
Pet care experience
Hello I'm Courtney! I grew up with two black lab mixes and a cat. Growing up with pets helped me learn how to take care of animals. I have had my own cat for 4 years (and a new kitty for a year) and I have fostered kittens before (8 in total). I plan to continue fostering cats and kittens. I have watched cats and dogs for my friends and family before. For dog-sitting and dog-walking, I would prefer if the larger dogs are trained to not pull on the leash too much or jump up on me. I'm not strong enough or willing to spend a 30-minute walk pulling on the leash. My black labs were larger and a family member has a white husky that I've walked before. Some pulling I can handle, but I'd prefer they be trained. I will not check in on or walk any dogs or cats that are aggressive. Kittens and puppies are fine because they're not aggressive, just playful. I am also open to checking in on animals that are not dogs or cats, if this is the case we can work something out. Also please let me know if your dog plays well with others (can I take them to a dog park?). I am a full-time engineer, but flexible on evenings. Weekends are almost always open. If you have any questions, please feel free to shoot me a message!
Reviews
Courtney is amazing with with my little ones.
My kitty was very comfortable with Courtney. She pampered my little princess and took great care of her.
Courtney looked after my cat several times for days and even weeks. She was great with her and took care of her very well. She changed her litterbox when needed and made sure she was taken care of and loved. I feel very comfortable leaving my cat with her whenever I am out of town or so.
Courtney comes over to our house all the time to keep an eye on our 75 pound energy-filled husky, and does great with him. I think if she can handle him, she can handle pretty much any dog!
About Courtney W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I currently have a spare bedroom and could host a cat or cats if they get along. I have an extra litterbox, food, toys, cat bed, etc to accommodate a feline guest. I do have two cats of my own but they're good with others. I would keep my cats and your cat(s) separate while I'm at work but can let them mingle if you'd like while I'm home! I do not currently have the accomodations to host a dog at my apartment. I have administered oral medications to cats before. I haven't administered medicine to dogs or any type of injections. But, I am willing to learn as long as your dog isn't aggressive when receiving medications.
Information Courtney W. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or diagnoses or bad behaviors that I should know about ahead of time. For dogs, please let me know if they are good with other dogs, kids, people so that I can keep everyone safe on walks.
A typical day
With dogs I can take them on walks in your neighborhood or take them to a local dog park if they're good in cars and friendly to other people and dogs. If you have a yard, I'd love to play fetch or run around with the dog. With cats I can play with them if they like toys, give them treats/catnip, or just spend time with them and keep them company. I'm typing this as my friends cat is asleep on my chest!
Services
Courtney can watch in your home
Availability
I work all day but can check in on animals after about 4pm most days. Most weekends I'm in town, but I do like to go camping and hiking in the summer so I'll need more of a notice for weekends.
About Courtney W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I currently have a spare bedroom and could host a cat or cats if they get along. I have an extra litterbox, food, toys, cat bed, etc to accommodate a feline guest. I do have two cats of my own but they're good with others. I would keep my cats and your cat(s) separate while I'm at work but can let them mingle if you'd like while I'm home! I do not currently have the accomodations to host a dog at my apartment. I have administered oral medications to cats before. I haven't administered medicine to dogs or any type of injections. But, I am willing to learn as long as your dog isn't aggressive when receiving medications.
Information Courtney W. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or diagnoses or bad behaviors that I should know about ahead of time. For dogs, please let me know if they are good with other dogs, kids, people so that I can keep everyone safe on walks.
A typical day
With dogs I can take them on walks in your neighborhood or take them to a local dog park if they're good in cars and friendly to other people and dogs. If you have a yard, I'd love to play fetch or run around with the dog. With cats I can play with them if they like toys, give them treats/catnip, or just spend time with them and keep them company. I'm typing this as my friends cat is asleep on my chest!
Location
South Salt Lake, UT
Pets
Courtney W.
South Salt Lake, UT