Cruz M.
Walnut Creek, CA
Cat lady that loves dogs for hire
Pet care experience
Growing up with dogs around me made me comfortable. I take care of my neighbor’s two small poodles on a weekly basis and would love to provide relief to others who can’t be at home with their dogs.
Reviews
Cruz was responsive and communicative. She’s also a great dog snuggler! She stayed with our dog and three cats and made sure our sick kitty got her meds and our pup got all the snugs. I’ll definitely have her back!
I highly recommend Cruz for any pet care you require. She treats every animal with the utmost care and kindness, as if they were her own pets. While pet-sitting my two dogs, she kept to the schedule I left for their walks and meals, played with all their favorite toys, and gave them a lot of love and pets. I never once worried about my dogs while I was away because I knew they were being taken care of by the best. On top of being great with pets, Cruz was warm and friendly, great at communicating through the whole process, and obviously a hard working and trustworthy individual. I am looking forward to working with her again in the future.
Cruz has watched my 2 dogs for years now. I love that she is so thoughtful and sends me videos and pictures regularly to ensure I am at ease about being away. She has stayed overnight as well as just done feedings for us. We have a terrier mix and a husky/german shepard mix who love her so much. We appreciate all of the help with our fur babies and will continue calling her for our weekend trips and vacations.
Cruz has watched my cats during about 5 of my vacations. She has done both drop-in visits and some overnights when caring for my cats. My cats tend to be very skiddish and hide from new people. Cruz took her time in getting to know them, letting them warm up to her. They now love her and never hide when she watches them! I feel confident every time I’m on a trip knowing that my kitties are in her care. I highly recommend Cruz, especially if you have some special animals that might need a little extra attention and needs.
About Cruz M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I visit family it makes me so anxious to think my cat is alone - I want to eliminate that for others. I am selective in trusting anybody with my rescue cat because of how skiddish he is. If there is long term care, I would love to build trust with your animal. Learn their favorite toys, sun bathing spots, walk routes etc. I would want your animal to feel safe and secure with you away. And vice versa for you.
Information Cruz M. would like to know about your pet
I have taken care of pets that need 24/7 care after surgeries, senior animals, and rescues. Please let me know if your pet has special routines and needs and I can easily incorporate.
A typical day
Long walks are my favorite but if your dog prefers to sit at a park and watch the fun we can do either. For dogs that aren’t social, I tend to play with tennis balls and ropes. If they have preferred toys, I’m happy to learn new fun activities.
Services
Cruz can watch in your home
Availability
I work in SF Tuesday through Thursday. And live in the Laurel District of Oakland. I’m open to staying in SF during the week at your home, and can care for animals in the East Bay from Fri-Mon.
About Cruz M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I visit family it makes me so anxious to think my cat is alone - I want to eliminate that for others. I am selective in trusting anybody with my rescue cat because of how skiddish he is. If there is long term care, I would love to build trust with your animal. Learn their favorite toys, sun bathing spots, walk routes etc. I would want your animal to feel safe and secure with you away. And vice versa for you.
Information Cruz M. would like to know about your pet
I have taken care of pets that need 24/7 care after surgeries, senior animals, and rescues. Please let me know if your pet has special routines and needs and I can easily incorporate.
A typical day
Long walks are my favorite but if your dog prefers to sit at a park and watch the fun we can do either. For dogs that aren’t social, I tend to play with tennis balls and ropes. If they have preferred toys, I’m happy to learn new fun activities.
Location
Walnut Creek, CA
Pets
Cruz M.
Walnut Creek, CA