
Devika B.

Devika B.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Reliable, patient, and experienced!
Dogs have always been a large part of my life, whether the pups were my own, my roommate’s, or my friends’. Currently, I don't have any fur babies of my own and this is the longest I've lived without one in my life, so I’m hoping that caring for your fur babies will help tide me over until I'm able to get one of my own!
Cat care experience

Devika also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience working with big and small breeds and younger and senior mutts, as well as Boxers, Pit Bulls, Great Danes, Labradors, German Shepherds, and Golden Retrievers. For the past year I’ve been volunteering with the Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA for the past year, working specifically with reactive and fearful dogs. Prior to that I’ve volunteered at shelters all over the world.
Ratings and reviews
This is the first time I have hired Devika to take care of my dog for a couple of days. We had a very pleasant "Meet and Greet" beforehand and my dog took to her right away. She was prompt to arrive and followed my instructions thoroughly for feeding , daily walks, etc. My home looked immaculate as well when I returned. I would definitely hire her again. Thanks Devika....

Devika was absolutely amazing with my dog Cooper. With this being his first time with a sitter and my first time away for a week she put both of us at ease. Sending pictures and videos daily to help ease my mind. She was very attentive to his needs and provided great care with the anxiety of staying with someone new. Devika was very respectful of my home and left it clean. I would highly recommend her for all your house/dog sitting needs. We will definitely be using her again!

Devika what’s great with this stay with Dexter. It was something last minute and she was able to accommodate to her schedule. She kept me updated every day about Dexter, great communication. She would also send me pictures which was a huge relief for me when I was away seeing him that he was well taken care of and happy at home. I would definitely recommend her and will reach out to again in the future when I need someone to stay with Dexter again!

Devika is extremely responsive, professional and great with our dog and family. She really takes the time to ask questions and listen so that she can provide the best care possible for our dog. Devika is flexible and works with us around our particular schedules, needs etc. She is superb!

Devika has a rare gift for earning the trust of animals that don't readily give it. If your pet is shy, anxious, or needs extra TLC, she's exactly who you want caring for them. I've seen this first-hand. In grad school, I watched her draw on her experience raising two dogs of her own to train our friend's rambunctious shepherd puppy, Nyira, patiently pausing when she would pull on walks, then rewarding good behavior with treats. At her shared apartment, she was so attuned to the cues of the resident cat, Bo, that the two became genuinely close. Every time I visited, Bo was completely relaxed in her presence. As a sitter myself, I know that this kind of ease doesn't happen by accident. Since graduating, Dev has channeled her lifelong love and experience with animals into hands-on work with anxious and reactive dogs at a rescue in San Francisco. Her patience and steadiness aren't just natural; they're deeply practiced. I'd trust her with my pets without a second thought, and you should too.
I have full trust in Devikas ability to take care of and look after any dog bread. i have seen her interact often with dogs and other animals and she is always well in control and extremity gentle with any animal. most recently she dog sat 2 pit bull mixes for a friend of ours for 3 weeks while the couple was out of town. i have also known her to dog sit a golden retriever and very irate Schipperke.
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Schedule
I have a lot of love and attention I’d love to shower your fur baby with, but I also have a lot of patience and persistence for those who need a more determined approach.
Prices include all fees.
