Elizabeth M.
Elizabeth M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Tell your animals I say hi!
Here's what makes my pet sitting services a cut above the rest: - I have thirty years of experience as a pet parent, and pet sitter for family and friends. - I work with one family at a time for each service. So for example, your dog will be the only dog for a walk, or at my house for doggy day care. - We live within a mile of the Monterey Bay Aquarium! Drop your dog off with us and enjoy your visit. - I am retired! I m available throughout the week for walking, doggy day care, or drop-in visits. - I am a three time Guide Dog Puppy Raiser with Guide Dogs for the Blind. That means I have extensive training and experience with playful, positive reinforcement and hundreds of hours of playing with dogs. - No matter what breed or background I probably have some experience. From labs, goldens and retired racing greyhounds to chiweenies, terriers and chihuahuas, I love them all. -I also have extensive experience with horses and chickens, if you happen to have a few of them, too! I would love to get to know your four-legged family members and their unique personalities.
Cat care experience
Elizabeth also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Pabu always has a great time with Elizabeth!
Elizabeth was welcoming and kind to our dog Tess. We received updates and photos in a timely manner. We definitely feel comfortable having Elizabeth watch Tess when we visit Monterey/Carmel again. Thank you so much!!
Very attentive and we enjoyed the picture updates throughout the day ❤️ will definitely book again
Elizabeth was great! This was our first time using Rover and it was a great experience! She provided updates and was gracious with our two girls! Definitely would recommend if you are in Monterey with your pups and want to visit the aquarium!
Pabu enjoyed his stay again! Great communication and flexibility
Elizabeth is fantastic! She took such good care of my kitties and gave them so much love. Elizabeth is thoughtful and attentive, kind and considerate. Love her!
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Schedule
I am fully retired with plenty of time to care for your animals. I am available for drop-in visits at your home or dog walking throughout the day for all ages. I also offer in-home doggy day care for middle-aged and senior dogs.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
For families needing day care I provide care in my home to one dog at a time. I have a fully fenced yard and calm enviornment best for senior or middle-aged dogs. My dog is nine and spends most of the day napping with a few breaks for outside play with a ball or toys and a walk morning and evening. If that sounds like your dog, we'd love to meet you for day care. For families needing drop-in visits to care for their animals in their home I will spend at least 40 minutes per visit to tend to your animals' needs including a walk, if you wish. I can also pick up mail, care for plants, or other needs you have while out of town. All ages and species! For families needing dog walking only I offer a thirty minute walk in your neighborhood following your instructions as to what works best. We'll take a good sniff around and then head home. I have extensive experience teaching puppies to walk on leash. All ages welcome! For care in your home I provide trustworthy care of your home and pets. I am available to stay in your home full-time and care for all types of animals. I will take dogs on at least two walks a day and keep up training for younger dogs. I can also communicate with any home employees and keep the house in running order. You can travel worry-free knowing that your home and animals are safe and the dogs are having a great time. Additional references are available upon request.
Pets
A typical day
A typical drop-in visit includes arriving and playing with dogs, letting them outside to do their business, and finding out what they need: Water? Check. Any toys that need to be taken out of or put in rotation? Check. Feeding and cleaning? Check. Then it's playtime, or walk time. When I leave I'll put together a "goody package" of toys with treats to keep your dog occupied and entertained, if you would like. What does your dog like to do? For a typical dog walk I will arrive and greet, leash up your pup, and head for the neighborhood for a serious sniff (I call it reading their pee mail). We'll take a nice long walk at their preferred pace and then head back home to re-settle before I lock the door behind me. Are you coming to Monterey, but want to head to a State Park, the aquarium, or a whale watching tour and need to leave your dog behind for the day? Drop your mature or senior dog here and they can play with my 8-year-old lab in our large fenced yard and nap in our living room while you are gone. We'll go for at least one walk morning or evening.
Prices include all fees.