Dinah H.
Culver City, CA
Reliable loving care for your pets.
Pet care experience
I am an animal lover with over 25 years experience caring for all types of dogs and cats with all types of issues. I will not only feed and water your pets, but I will cuddle with them, walk them, brush, administer medication (if needed), and love them while you're away. I will also take home security measures and water plants, bring in the mail and paper, and whatever other needs you have. I will happily email or text you pictures and updates as often as you'd like. Want to Skype with your pet while you're gone... no problem. I am fully bonded and insured, am a member of Pet Sitters International, and I have been trained and certified in dog and cat first aid and CPR. In addition to walking dogs daily and pet sitting on a drop-in basis regularly, I volunteer at Found Animals Adopt & Shop in Culver City. I am constantly picking up new experiences and ways of dealing with the issues that arise with animals. Why I love dog sitting I've cared for and loved dogs my entire life. I was born into a house with a Beagle. We then had Irish Setters, Golden Retrievers, and a couple mutts. About 25 years ago I started pet-sitting for extra money. I've done drop-in and over-night dog-sitting and cat-sitting for dozens and dozens of dogs and cats. I also have volunteered at pet rescue organizations where I helped love abused and abandoned dogs back to health and loving home placement. My experience administering medication Yes. I've provided medication for lots and lots of dogs and cats.
Reviews
Dinah is truly wonderful - a thoughtful, incredibly kind, and patient person. I felt 100% at ease leaving home with her as my cat sitter. She is lovely to talk to as well, not to mention professional and considerate. She’s well experienced too, and really wants to know how best she can take care of your pet and what they need. She’s genuinely the best sitter I’ve ever worked with and I would recommend her hands down! If you’re still reading this and on the fence, let me help you - reach out to Dinah!! :)
Dinah is great. She is caring and affectionate with our Whisky. Whisky warmed right up to her. Glad to have her caring for our pup. Frank and LeeAnn
Dinah is the best overnight sitter one can image, hands down. We have two dogs, like everyone's pets they have their own intricate needs and wants and she makes sure they are well taken care of in every way possible. Both our senior dogs have medical concerns that need to be attended to and we have complete confidence in their care when with Dinah. We interviewed a half dozen sitters and no one came close to Dinah, now since we hired her we know our instincts were correct. We feel so lucky when we have to travel to have someone like Dinah available to us, our pets and home are in great care, thank you Dinah.
Dinah was friendly, professional, and communicative. My cats all seemed to like her, and she did a great job responding to some unforeseen tummy upsets; would recommend to a friend.
About Dinah H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I generally don’t board dogs at my home, but if you have a pup that can be with a cat and that won’t bark when I leave to walk other dogs, we can discuss.
Information Dinah H. would like to know about your pet
I love ALL dogs... big, little, shy, gregarious, young, old. I would, obviously, like to know what their special needs are and what makes them feel safe and happy.
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your dog The amount of time I spend with your dog depends on his/her needs, but I will definitely spend enough time that he/she feels secure and all her/his needs are met. Extra house-sitting services Absolutely. In addition to watering plants and bringing in the mail/papers, I can alternate blinds and lights so it looks like you're home. I am also happy to send pictures and updates and even to Skype so you can see your dog in real time.
Services
Dinah can watch in your home
Availability
I am a full-time pet care professional. I have several dogs that I walk during the day and spend most of the rest of my time with pets I’m caring for when I’m booked.
About Dinah H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I generally don’t board dogs at my home, but if you have a pup that can be with a cat and that won’t bark when I leave to walk other dogs, we can discuss.
Information Dinah H. would like to know about your pet
I love ALL dogs... big, little, shy, gregarious, young, old. I would, obviously, like to know what their special needs are and what makes them feel safe and happy.
A typical day
Time I'll spend with your dog The amount of time I spend with your dog depends on his/her needs, but I will definitely spend enough time that he/she feels secure and all her/his needs are met. Extra house-sitting services Absolutely. In addition to watering plants and bringing in the mail/papers, I can alternate blinds and lights so it looks like you're home. I am also happy to send pictures and updates and even to Skype so you can see your dog in real time.
Location
Culver City, CA
Pets
Dinah H.
Culver City, CA