Elizabeth K.
Elizabeth K.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $12 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Vet Raised, Zoo Trained, Pets Loved
Animals have been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up with a house full of family dogs and cats as well as some guinea pigs. Throughout my childhood I spent years volunteering at my Father's veterinary clinic, where I learned how to safely handle animals, recognize behavior cues, support stressed and sick pets, and assist with daily animal care routines. That experience gave me a strong understanding of animal health, patience, and the importance of building trust with each pet individually. In college I had the privilege to work as an Animal Ambassador Educator at the Sunset Zoo, where I cared for and handled a variety of animals while also teaching others about animal behavior, enrichment, and welfare through our ambassador animals. I also spent time working in a doggie daycare facility. This gave me experience supervising multiple dogs at once, understanding play styles and social behaviors, providing enriching activities, all while maintaining safe and structured care. What sets me apart is my combination of professional experience, education, and genuine love for all animals. I’m comfortable and confident with pets of different ages, sizes, temperaments, and energy levels, including senior pets, shy animals, energetic pets, and those who need extra patience or routine consistency. I pay close attention to body language and behavior cues so pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. As a teacher, I’m attentive, organized, and communicative. I understand how important it is for pet owners to trust those caring for their furry family members. I treat every pet with the same care and love I would want for my own fur babies.
Cat care experience
Elizabeth also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I believe pets are happiest and most comfortable when they can stay in their familiar environment and routine. Because of that, I focus on providing attentive care in my clients’ homes through drop in visits, walks, playtime, enrichment, feeding, medication support if needed, and quality time. Safety and trust are extremely important to me. With my background in veterinary, zoo, and daycare settings, I’m experienced in reading animal behavior, recognizing stress signals, and adapting care to each pet’s individual needs and personality. I always prioritize secure handling, clean environments, routine consistency, and clear communication with owners. I also love keeping pets mentally and physically active. If desired, I’m happy to provide enrichment activities, outdoor adventures, walks, park visits, or extra exercise tailored to your pet’s energy level and comfort. My goal is to make sure every pet feels safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away.
Ratings and reviews
Elizabeth provided great care for my cats and gave me much-needed peace of mind while I was on vacation. She is extremely reliable and goes the extra mile to make sure everything is as it should be. Highly recommended.
Elizabeth was great! She was very communicative, went above and beyond what was asked of her, and did an excellent job connecting with my cat, plus she sent the cutest photos!
She was great, it was my first time leaving my bunnies alone with someone and she definitely made me feel at ease!
This was my first booking with Elizabeth. Everything went perfectly. The cats were well cared for and she spent time engaging with them.
Elizabeth was great! We would highly recommend her! She was prompt, professional and very loving to our puppies. She followed all our instructions and was very communicative. My travels were blessed because she took away all my worries regarding leaving the puppies!
She did a great job and was a great competitor.
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Schedule
As a high school teacher, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to dedicate quality time and attention to each pet throughout the week and on weekends, especially during the summer months. During the school year, I’m available most mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends for visits, walks, feedings, playtime, and more. My schedule allows me to be dependable, communicative, and consistent so pets can maintain their normal routines and feel taken care for.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsElizabeth can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- I like learning each pet’s personality, routine, and comfort level ahead of time so I can provide the best care possible. Helpful information includes feeding schedules, medications, favorite activities, fears or anxieties, energy level, training cues, and any behavior quirks. For cats, I especially appreciate knowing their social style so I can respect boundaries and build trust at their pace. For dogs, it’s helpful to know about leash behavior, exercise needs, and any triggers or routines. The more I know ahead of time, the more comfortable, safe, and personalized I can make their care experience.