Felicia W.
Felicia W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Pet-obsessed & seriously attentive
I've been pet-obsessed my entire life! I grew up with large dogs, multiple cats, hamsters, fish, and even a snake. Beyond my family frequently caring for others' pets throughout my childhood, I started dog & cat sitting in high school. Dogs and cats have always been a huge part of my life. - Most recently, I've been helping care for a senior rescue dog named Toby who has severe anxiety and some health issues. When we first met, he was too nervous to let me near him. By the end of our first day together, he was happily curled up beside me on the couch. I've also administered his medications and followed his special potty-break routine, including driving him to quieter neighborhoods where he feels more comfortable. - I also have my own 70-lb rescue dog, Lola, who I've spent the past year training through positive reinforcement, enrichment, and plenty of daily exercise. We've worked on recall, loose-leash walking, impulse control, and staying focused around distractions. - I genuinely love getting to know animals as individuals and paying attention to the little things that help them feel safe, comfortable, and happy. As a dog mom myself, I know how much the details matter. My goal is to give your pet thoughtful, reliable care while keeping you in the loop every step of the way. ❤️
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I'm a big believer that excellent pet care means actually paying attention. - I'll follow your instructions carefully, keep an eye on your pet's behavior and surroundings, and adjust to their individual personality rather than expecting every dog to behave the same way. I'm especially comfortable taking things slowly with nervous or anxious pets, and I use positive reinforcement whenever appropriate. - For walks, I'm especially mindful of leash security, traffic, other dogs, and your pet's individual triggers. I won't put your dog into situations that make them uncomfortable just to complete a particular route. - You'll also never have to wonder how your pet's visit went. I'll send updates and let you know about anything unusual I notice. If another dog lunges at your dog, your pet seems stressed by something, or if there's a change in your dog's stool, I'll tell you. - Your home gets the same level of respect: I'll follow your instructions, keep things tidy, and make sure everything is secure before I leave.
Ratings and reviews
Felicia was wonderful! She listened to my recommendations of how to approach the first meeting with my dog, as he is nervous with new people. She goes at his pace and isn’t in his face but gives him lots of pets when he wants them. She is also very communicative and goes above and beyond- even trying help us with the crate he broke out of 😅 Felicia provided great peace of mind and I knew Lincoln was in good hands.
Felicia’s communication was phenomenal. Gave more than just an update. Truly cares about your pup and their wellbeing. Thank you so much for walking ace ! We hope to see you again
Felicia is wonderful with Owen. On time, attentive, a great photographer and even wipes his paws as requested! I highly recommend her to walk your pup or take care of your fur baby!
If you are looking for someone who will treat your dog like family, then book Felicia! She is amazing! She took the time to meet our dog prior to walking him, and made sure she understood everything about him prior to walking him. She is also very communicative and takes a lot of pictures during their walks. I’m so glad we met her, and now our dog has a new friend too!
Felicia was caring and communicate. Hopefully she can walk Jackson on a weekly schedule
Felicia did a great job watching my two cats! Both were very comfortable and Baloo took his medication without any issues.
Calendar and availability
Schedule
My daytime schedule is currently very flexible, and I'm intentionally keeping it open so I can make pet care a priority. I'm generally available for walks and drop-in visits most times of most days. - I’m happy to work with your pet's usual routine whenever possible, whether that means a midday walk, a quick check-in, or regular walks throughout the week. I also understand that schedules change, so feel free to reach out even if you need something outside of my usual availability - We can always discuss it!
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsFelicia can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- Tell me ALL about your pet!❤️ When it comes to pet care, there's no such thing as TMI. - I'd love to know anything that will help me give them the best possible care, including their usual routine, personality, favorite treats/toys, and what makes their tail go crazy. - Please also let me know about anything I should be aware of before our first visit (medications, allergies, health concerns, fears, triggers, leash reactivity, quirks, or anything they don't particularly enjoy). For instance, I'd love a heads-up if your dog has a habit of trying to chase squirrels into the next dimension😂 - And I'd also love to know what you want your pet to get out of my visit. Does your dog need to come home completely tuckered out, or are you mainly looking for a potty break and some company? Are you worried about them feeling lonely during the day? Are there any new skills you're working on that you'd like me to reinforce? The more I know, the more I can tailor the visit to what you and your pet actually need!