Erika S.
Melrose, MA
Happy to Help: Train, Watch, Walk!
Pet care experience
I love dogs and would love to spend more time with them. I do not currently have any dogs but I have a lot of experience training and fostering service dogs from the time they are 8 weeks old until they are around 3 years old. I have experience with both hyperactive puppies and dogs with a little less enthusiasm. I really enjoy walking dogs, especially through quiet wooded parks. If certain training services are wanted, let me know and we could arrange for training services. I also have experience with cats so if there is a cat in the house it is no problem for me. I can't wait to meet your pup!
Reviews
Erika was great with Beckett!! It’s so nice to have a trustworthy person to care for my pup! Thank you, Erika!
My dogs LOVE staying with Erika! On top of being a dog lover and a responsible and compassionate person, she has crazy good dog training skills (using dog-friendly methods). She is knowledgeable, patient and trustworthy. Your dog will love her too!
Erika took care of our high-maintenance Australian Shepherd for 10 days. He is the most stubborn dog ever! Erika made sure he had the basics (food, exercise, attention) plus supervised his interactions with other dogs. She also made us feel at ease and confident that he was being well cared for. Our dog came home happy! We have not always had a great experience like this with a dog sitter! I definitely recommend her!
I have asked Erika to take care of my dog, Toby, on many occasions. Whether it is for a day or a whole week she is always willing to help out. I never have to worry about Toby not getting fed or getting enough exercise because she treats him like he is her own. Toby is a very high energy dog and I usually worry that he will misbehave when with new people. This has not been a problem with Erika, her past experience working with dogs allows her to control Toby without having to use aggression. Erika is the only dog sitter I have found that is able to make my dog feel safe and comfortable while my family is away, I will defiantly turn to her again the the future.
About Erika S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in an apartment near a dog park. I also live near the Fells so walks there are very easy. Somebody would be home all day with them.
Information Erika S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know of any health or behavioral issues ahead of time so I can prepare. I want to take the best care of your animal possible.
A typical day
I love to play games with the dogs and if requested help train them. Training is not only good for helping with your dog's behavior, it is also mentally stimulating for them. We can do walks through the neighborhood, or depending on the location we can go through the Fells.
Services
Erika can watch in your home
Availability
I work nights usually, so I have lots of time during the day to play with the dogs! I'm available Monday to Friday all week!
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About Erika S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in an apartment near a dog park. I also live near the Fells so walks there are very easy. Somebody would be home all day with them.
Information Erika S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know of any health or behavioral issues ahead of time so I can prepare. I want to take the best care of your animal possible.
A typical day
I love to play games with the dogs and if requested help train them. Training is not only good for helping with your dog's behavior, it is also mentally stimulating for them. We can do walks through the neighborhood, or depending on the location we can go through the Fells.
Location
Melrose, MA
Pets
Erika S.
Melrose, MA