Emily H.
Columbia Heights, DC
Dogs love me!! Loads of experience!
Pet care experience
Hi! I work as full time therapeutic horse-back riding instructor and am hoping to spend my free time walking dogs in the city. I have experience as a dog and cat owner and sitter, and I currently have two cats, a horse, a potbelly pig, and 4 chickens. I appreciate dogs of all shapes and sizes and love each little quirk. I grew up with two dogs with very different personalities- a friendly golden retriever, and a slightly sassy and opinionated mutt. My favorite thing to do growing up was walk both of my dogs and take them to the beach as I find both walking and dogs to be very therapeutic. I also did most of the obedience training on them. I have volunteered with the dogs and cats at the SPCA in Anne Arundel County. I grew up working on horse farms where there were always various dogs running around. I have been a paid dog sitter on and off for friends and family for 7 years, and have experience doing longer overnight stays with multiple dogs. I also have some experience with basic veterinary care and am comfortable administering injections.
Reviews
We had such a wonderful experience with Emily, and our pup, Jasper, loved her. She stayed with Jasper in our home for two nights and made our time away easy and stress-free. Emily was responsive, flexible, very patient with our shy pup, and overall took great care of him. She also left our house in great shape! We'd highly recommend Emily and look forward to having her stay with Jasper again!
Emily was a fantastic pet and home sitter. She took excellent care of our 13-year-old dog. She was easy to work with. We would hire her again without hesitation.
OUTSTANDING! Emily took incredible care of our elderly Frenchie and kitty. Our buddies were so happy and the house was cleaner than we left it. Emily also sent frequent updates, pictures and always responded quickly. I will absolutely use her again.
Emily was an excellent caregiver for our dog and cats. She communicates clearly and sent photos to update us every day. She followed detailed instructions for our "pampered pets" and they seemed to love her! We felt very confident that she was responsible and caring.
About Emily H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can only pet sit if I can stay in your home/apartment. I make sure to take time to play with your pet in the home and provide lots of enrichment. I am happy to follow hour pets usual routine. I always welcome pup cuddles as well.
Information Emily H. would like to know about your pet
Most importantly would be medical conditions or concerns and allergies. I would like to know if they have any reactivity or if they are dog aggressive or food aggressive. I would also just like to know their general personality.
A typical day
I would be love to have a dog friend to take with me while exploring the city. I also have a car and would be willing to go to the park, go swimming, go to the farm etc. (all with prior approval)
Services
Emily can watch in your home
Availability
I work Tuesday through Saturday on a mostly 9-5 pm schedule. I have time in the mornings and evenings during those days and am available all day Sunday and Monday for dog walking.
About Emily H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can only pet sit if I can stay in your home/apartment. I make sure to take time to play with your pet in the home and provide lots of enrichment. I am happy to follow hour pets usual routine. I always welcome pup cuddles as well.
Information Emily H. would like to know about your pet
Most importantly would be medical conditions or concerns and allergies. I would like to know if they have any reactivity or if they are dog aggressive or food aggressive. I would also just like to know their general personality.
A typical day
I would be love to have a dog friend to take with me while exploring the city. I also have a car and would be willing to go to the park, go swimming, go to the farm etc. (all with prior approval)
Location
Washington, DC
Emily H.
Columbia Heights, DC