Deborah W.
Deborah W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving International Petsitter
I have had pets since I was a child, and owned my own first cat when I was in my 20's. 30 years later, we've had 5 cats and 1 dog and lots of rescues that were re-homed. Petsitting/House Sitting (In Your Home): 9 years ago, as a family we started petsitting internationally - we have petsit in 13 countries and cared for more than 120 family pets. I work online, remotely so I am at home virtually all day to care for your pets allowing them to keep their exact happy and stress-free routines while you are away. Boarding / Daycare (at my home): I'm home all day so your furbabies get lots of attention. I have a small backyard so lots of play and frequent potty breaks. Weather dependent they will get a walk down along the river or one of the dog parks. Local neighborhood walks are also provided. We are full-on animal lovers and they can choose where they want to hang. They are allowed on furniture, beds and can choose who to sleep with. Because I'm home all day, your pets can keep their normal routines for walks, feeding and medications. I am comfortable providing injections or pills. We do have 2 cats that allow us to live full-time with them. One of them is skittish and will most likely hide until she gets to know new fur-friends. The other one thinks everyone is his friend and especially loves dogs. We will initially keep the cats (mine) in a bedroom until they all feel comfortable with each other. If it's other cats coming into our home we will rotate the living space until they are all comfortable with each other. We've done this a lot....our cats are used to other animals coming and going. In-Home Visits/Dog Walking: When it comes to home visits and dog walks, I am flexible and available to meet your furbabies needs and schedules. My standard overnight house sitting rate includes time spent away from the home for up to 5–6 hours per day to accommodate other work and commitments. For pets that require more consistent supervision, I offer a Continuous Care option. This service limits time away from the home to a maximum of 2 hours per day and is priced at 2× my standard daily rate. For example, if my base rate is $50/day for the first pet and $20/day for a second pet, the Continuous Care rate would be $100/day and $40/day respectively.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Deborah was lovely to have stay in my home and to look after my fur family. My dogs loved her on first meeting. She took wonderful care of both my dogs and my cat. I received pictures daily of walks and relaxing times around the house. I was very happy and felt comfortable leaving my pets in her care while I was away. I would definitely have Deborah look after them again in the future if needed.
Deborah is a great dog walker with excellent communication, & our dogs both loved their walks with her. Highly recommend!
Deborah was fantastic. Our fur babies fell in love with her from day 1. From super clean house to fantastic greeting coming home to happy pups, Deborah was number 1.
Deborah was a delight to work with, she left the house as clean as it was if not cleaner and was communicative with updates and pictures. We hope the dogs took a liking to her!
Excellent dog/house sitter. Regular updates, with photos! Came home to a spotless house and a happy dog. 10/10 recommend.
We have used her services several times and never have to worry. I would not choose anyone else. Our one kitty is extremely shy and runs away and hides, but not with her! Shall I say cat whisperer?
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Schedule
I work from home, so I am extremely flexible with schedules. I am available 7 days a week, and offer dog walking from 6am to 9pm daily. If your pets are boarding at our home, late-night potty breaks past 9pm are provided.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I offer overnight petsitting in your home. Your pets get to remain comfortable in their own home environment and maintain their schedules they are used to. Pets who are able to stay in their own home are more stress-free and happy when they are in their familiar and trusted environments, we simply come in and replicate your schedule. In home visits for dog walking and cat visits include a basic home check to ensure your home's security. I will walk your dog(s) for specified durations, play with your dogs and cats, scoop litter, refresh water bowls and feed according to instructions. Lots of love, attention, belly rubs and play. (I may sometimes have my 18yo daughter assist - if I do, she will come for a meet and greet with you as well). We work hard to gain your pets trust. We've had many tell us their pets are shy or anti-social and within hours/days the pets are sitting with us watching TV to the pets looking for us days after we've left. We promise your furbabies will be loved and spoiled with attention.
A typical day
Housesitting (In Your Home); For in-home stays I will get up with a quick outside potty break while I have my morning coffee. Then we will take a morning walk, feed, refresh water and play. During the day, dog will have either multiple backyard potty breaks or a couple shorter walk potty breaks (puppies even more frequently based on age). Then a final longer walk in the evening. There will be lots of playtime throughout the day, I am staying with them so they will have constant companionship. For cat care, morning feedings and scooping litter along with some love and play throughout the day. In the evening feeding again and scoop again. Cats and dogs will be brushed daily, if they allow us along with any other grooming requirements. Drop In/By Visits & Dogwalking: Daily dog walks and in-home visits (no overnight stays) I will provide dog walking, litter scoop, feeding, refreshing water and playtime with each pet.
Prices include all fees.