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Devon S.

South Hagginwood, CA

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Hey there! My name is Devon and I have been an animal lover for as long as I can remember. Growing up we always had pets in the house and that is exactly how I liked it! My family and I helped foster several dogs throughout my teenage years and I loved helping care for them, feeding them, and taking them on walks. In addition to fostering dogs of all sizes and ages, we had dogs and cats of our own, but my family didn’t stop there! I also lived and worked on a farm, so I have experience with a wide range of animals including: horses, chickens, ducks, pigs, rabbits, goats, pet rats, hamsters, birds, and pretty much any other domestic animal you can think of! I also gained a lot of experience with many different animals through my involvement with 4-H, while I was primarily in the equestrian side of things, I was still surrounded by the many other animals that my friends raised and cared for. I absolutely love all animals and there aren’t many that I haven’t helped care for (except maybe reptiles, but I am not opposed to pet sitting/caring for them). After moving away for undergrad, I didn’t have many pets of my own – except for a rambunctious pet mouse and a sweet kitty cat, who has now adopted my grandmother and is her furry companion. Although I didn’t have any pets of my own, I took every opportunity to spend time with my friends’ pets and always offered to pet sit when they went out of town! It was always my pleasure to spend hours with my friend’s pets at their homes or have their pets stay with me. I appreciate the fur baby time and opportunity to cuddle them or take the pups for walks (or runs if they are more athletic). Now that I am living in Sacramento, I often care for my roommate’s dog as if he was my own and take care of him on the weekends she goes out of town. I also pet sit for my friends in the area whenever they need it! Unfortunately I don’t currently have a fur baby of my own, but would cherish the opportunity to care for you sweet pets and treat them as my own whenever you may need a pet sitter, dog walker, or someone to check in on them from time to time!

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Nial O.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 01, 2019
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Thank you so much! I felt very safe leaving my favorite and only cat son with Devon while I was out for the weekend. We briefly met up prior to her visits. I really appreciate the quick responses, easy communication, and most importantly the many cat videos and photos!! 10/10 will book her again :) also, when I returned home my cat seemed emotionally satisfied ?

About Devon S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced in back yard where your pup can run and play (and probably find all of the toys my roommates dog has hidden back there). I live close by several parks, but also a walking/bike trail that is dog friendly. I would gladly take them on walks or runs to help keep them exercised and happy! My roommate has a smaller dog who is friendly with other dogs once they meet. He has never been aggressive towards another dog and is very high energy and loves to play. Since there is a dog in the home, it would be very important that your pup is up to date on vaccines (thank you in advance). In addition to me being home, my roommate is here often and loves animals as well! She would be more than happy to shower your fur baby with love!

Information Devon S. would like to know about your pet

I do not have any breed preferences and have experience with dogs (and cats) of many breeds. Before working with your pet I would like to know a few things for the safety of myself and your fur baby: - Has your pet ever been aggressive toward any person or other animal? - On walks, is your dog leash trained, or a bit of a puller? - I am okay if they pull a little, I know they are excited to be on walks, but I want to be sure to try and help increase better walking behaviors and it's better to know in advance. - Is your dog or cat allowed to have treats? And are you okay with me bringing some from home to share with your baby? - Is your pet high energy or a bit of a couch potato? And do you want me to encourage more activity in your pet if they are more low energy? - Does your pet have any special needs that I should know about? - Do you have any specific requests for me while I take care of your pet? Please let me know! I am happy to be accommodating and just want to make sure that we have a great experience together!

A typical day

I would take your favorite pups on walks (or runs) around your neighborhood or a nearby park! If your dog loves to play, I could play fetch or tug-of-war for hours with them! With your permission, I would smother your pup with love, affection, cuddles, and approved treats! If your pup prefers to keep it low key, we would hang out and I would give them infinite belly rubs while we relax! If you had any specific requests for when I am spending time with your sweet baby, I would be sure to honor those requests to provide the best service for you and your pet! Also, I would be sure to send you picture updates of your pet so that you know they are having a great time with me! :)

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$25per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$12per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk

Devon can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am a current graduate student at Sac State and work part-time at an Autism Clinic, but my schedule is fairly flexible. I do occasionally go out of town on the weekends to visit family or have obligations with school or work. My typical availability would be Monday, Wednesday, Friday in the afternoons (after 12) and Tuesday, Thursday in the evenings (after 5:30). Saturday and Sunday are typically completely open, unless I have scheduled a visit with my family. I am looking for both flexible schedules, such as weekend pet/house sitting when you go out of town, as well as, ongoing long-term set schedules for dog walking or pet check-ins if that is what you need. Overall I would love to accommodate whatever needs you may have and I hope that if you reach out to me we can make something work that you and your fur baby will be happy with!

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Calendar last updated 4 years ago
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About Devon S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large fenced in back yard where your pup can run and play (and probably find all of the toys my roommates dog has hidden back there). I live close by several parks, but also a walking/bike trail that is dog friendly. I would gladly take them on walks or runs to help keep them exercised and happy! My roommate has a smaller dog who is friendly with other dogs once they meet. He has never been aggressive towards another dog and is very high energy and loves to play. Since there is a dog in the home, it would be very important that your pup is up to date on vaccines (thank you in advance). In addition to me being home, my roommate is here often and loves animals as well! She would be more than happy to shower your fur baby with love!

Information Devon S. would like to know about your pet

I do not have any breed preferences and have experience with dogs (and cats) of many breeds. Before working with your pet I would like to know a few things for the safety of myself and your fur baby: - Has your pet ever been aggressive toward any person or other animal? - On walks, is your dog leash trained, or a bit of a puller? - I am okay if they pull a little, I know they are excited to be on walks, but I want to be sure to try and help increase better walking behaviors and it's better to know in advance. - Is your dog or cat allowed to have treats? And are you okay with me bringing some from home to share with your baby? - Is your pet high energy or a bit of a couch potato? And do you want me to encourage more activity in your pet if they are more low energy? - Does your pet have any special needs that I should know about? - Do you have any specific requests for me while I take care of your pet? Please let me know! I am happy to be accommodating and just want to make sure that we have a great experience together!

A typical day

I would take your favorite pups on walks (or runs) around your neighborhood or a nearby park! If your dog loves to play, I could play fetch or tug-of-war for hours with them! With your permission, I would smother your pup with love, affection, cuddles, and approved treats! If your pup prefers to keep it low key, we would hang out and I would give them infinite belly rubs while we relax! If you had any specific requests for when I am spending time with your sweet baby, I would be sure to honor those requests to provide the best service for you and your pet! Also, I would be sure to send you picture updates of your pet so that you know they are having a great time with me! :)

Location

Sacramento, CA

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Devon S.

South Hagginwood, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•1 review