Erin F.
North Oakland, PA
Full-time Pro Dog Walker
Pet care experience
Experienced full-time dog walker and pet sitter available for morning and later afternoon walks or visits as well as in-home sittings! I’ve been working with dogs full time for over 2 years, walking all sizes of dogs, both solo and in groups, rain or shine (or snow!) Previous work experience as a dog handler/kennel attendant at a doggie daycare and boarding kennel where we supervised an average of 50-100 dogs every day, both in large group play environments and one on one, as well as feeding and administering medication, and using dozens of types of harnesses and leashes. I also volunteered as a dog coach/walker and hand feeder at Humane Animal Rescue pre-Covid, where I had an even more challenging ‘job’ of walking sometimes completely untrained, anxious, or reactive dogs and helping them develop manners and trust in our care. I’ve had cats for 13 years resulting in loads of personal experience with cat care and insulin injections. I am open to administering other medications if needed also.
Reviews
Erin was great! She was so patient with me (nervous with leaving my dogs in a new city and hotel) and patient with my dogs (who are nervous around other people). We will definitely be using her again on our next stay!
Erin nailed it! Was so good and attentive to our little man’s needs. Made the effort to meet him beforehand and followed each item discussed without exception. Will be booking again.
Erin was amazing sitter. She provided my cat with so much attention, and even went above and beyond to send me video updates. I would definitely book with Erin again and would highly recommend to others!
Erin is my top choice when I need someone to care for my pets. She treats them as her own giving them the same love and attention I would. She’s prompt and always arrives for walks at the agreed upon time and lets me know when she and my pet leave the house and return home. When she sits for me she always gives me updates in the morning and evenings and she even includes pictures! My pets love and trust her which to me speaks volumes. I couldn’t ask for a more responsible walker or sitter!
About Erin F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I follow fear free/LIMA/Positive Reinforcement based handling ethics with my clients and when out for walks I am a strong advocate for dogs in my care.
Information Erin F. would like to know about your pet
Personality, temperament, general behavior tendencies, likes and dislikes! Food allergies. Any struggles with guarding or reactivity so I can respect their space and limits and advocate for them in public if needed.
A typical day
We may go for a hike, do some enrichment activities, or just snuggle on the couch, whatever your dog is into! I’m here to meet their needs.
Services
Erin can watch in your home
Availability
This is my full time job! I have some personal clients, work with an established local company, and can fit Rover clients into my day as well.
About Erin F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I follow fear free/LIMA/Positive Reinforcement based handling ethics with my clients and when out for walks I am a strong advocate for dogs in my care.
Information Erin F. would like to know about your pet
Personality, temperament, general behavior tendencies, likes and dislikes! Food allergies. Any struggles with guarding or reactivity so I can respect their space and limits and advocate for them in public if needed.
A typical day
We may go for a hike, do some enrichment activities, or just snuggle on the couch, whatever your dog is into! I’m here to meet their needs.
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Pets
Erin F.
North Oakland, PA