Emily R.
Emily R.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Dog Mom Who Treats Pets Like Family
Animals have always been a huge part of my life, and caring for them is something I’m truly passionate about. Growing up, my family always had anywhere from three to five dogs at a time, which taught me from a young age how to love, care for, and be responsible for animals. Those experiences helped shape my deep appreciation for the companionship, trust, and joy that pets bring into our lives. As a dog mom myself, I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your pet. My dog, Tommy Lee, is my world and one of the most important parts of my life. Because I know how much she means to me, I understand how much your pet means to you. I have experience caring for dogs of different sizes, ages, and personalities, and I treat every pet as if they were my own. My goal is to provide a safe, loving, and stress-free environment where your pet feels comfortable, happy, and cared for while you’re away. When your pet is with me, they’ll be treated with the same love, attention, and care that I give Tommy every day🤎
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
I highly recommend Emily R. as a pet caregiver with your company. She has personally cared for my two cats while I was out of town and has also helped care for our prior roommate’s dachshund when we lived together. Emily is incredibly reliable, responsible, and attentive, and I have always felt completely comfortable leaving my pets in her care. Beyond her experience with animals, she is a genuinely kind, patient, and compassionate person who treats both people and pets with warmth and respect. I am confident that she would provide safe, loving care and excellent customer service to any family trusting her with their pets.
Em has always had a natural way with animals. Growing up, she was constantly surrounded by them, and she has always been the person who notices what an animal needs before anyone else does. She is patient, caring, responsible, and incredibly empathetic. I would trust her completely to care for any pet like they were her own.
Emily is great! She’s amazing with all animals, trustworthy, and is great with communication. I would highly recommend her for all of your pets needs.
I have had the joy of watching Emily transform into the loving adult she is now. I have seen her dedicated care to a rescue dog that she took in several years ago. She loves animals and has the patience to understand the needs of the pet first.
If you are looking for competent, dedicated, and reliable care look no further than Emily Ritchie. As a friend of over 20 years, I can confidently endorse Emily as a compassionate and engaging child or pet sitter. Emily has many years of experience, babysitting for her brother, cousins, family, friends, bunnies, dogs, cats. I know she will put her best foot forward and do a great job.
I absolutely love Emily! She is full of energy, incredibly reliable, and always follows through on her commitments. She is smart, hardworking, consistently on time, and brings a positive attitude to everything she does. More importantly, Emily is genuinely kind, friendly, and easy to be around. She has a natural way of making both people and animals feel comfortable and cared for. I would highly recommend her for any opportunity she chooses to pursue and know she would be a wonderful addition to your team. I wish she lived closer to me (different states) because I would love to have her around to watch my Coco! Wishing her nothing but the best!
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I genuinely enjoy spending time with animals. I primarily work remotely, which allows me to be home and present with pets throughout most of the day. While I occasionally need to be on-site for work, about 90% of my schedule is remote, giving me plenty of flexibility to provide attention, companionship, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and lots of love. I also have a park right behind my home where Tommy Lee and I regularly go for walks, fresh air, and exercise, giving visiting pets plenty of opportunities for activity and enrichment during their stay. Because I spend so much time at home, your pet won’t be left alone for long periods and will have plenty of opportunities for interaction, exercise, and care. My goal is to make every pet feel safe, comfortable, and right at home while you’re away!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are always my top priorities. I provide a calm, loving home environment where pets are treated like family, not just guests. As a dog mom, I understand how much trust it takes to leave your pet in someone else’s care, and I take that responsibility seriously. My dog, Tommy Lee, is incredibly friendly, social, and loves both people and other animals. Because she shares our home, I do require that pets staying with us are friendly, well-socialized, and do not have a history of aggressive behavior toward people or other animals. This helps ensure a safe, comfortable, and stress-free experience for everyone. I work hard to create an environment where pets can relax, feel secure, and receive plenty of attention, affection, and care. Communication is also very important to me, so I’ll be happy to send regular photo and video updates throughout your pet’s stay. My goal is for both you and your pet to feel completely at ease from the moment they arrive until the moment they head home❣️
Pets
A typical day
A typical day includes plenty of attention, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and lots of love. I work primarily remotely, so pets are rarely left alone and get plenty of companionship throughout the day. I have a dog-friendly park right behind my home for walks and enrichment, and my dog Tommy Lee loves making new friends. Whether your pet is energetic and playful or prefers a slower pace, I tailor their care to their individual needs and routine!