Frances A.
West Side, Saint Paul, MN
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Frances can care for
Availability
I graduated college in May and am currently searching for a full time job in conservation and wildlife management. I am available from 8am to 9pm almost any weekday and some weekends.
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About Frances A.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I first meet the pets with their humans to establish trust, approaching gently with a hand out and letting the animal take the lead. Once we have established that relationship a visit will entail any feeding and letting out that are required as well as ample play time for mental stimulation. Once your pet is sufficiently tired out we can end with some emtional contact and treats to cement our relationship. The whole time I am finely attuned to the animals' behavior and making sure we are reducing stress as much as possoble by not pushing activity or contact.
Information Frances A. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or quirks ahead of time so I can make sure to meet then where they are at. My own dog is deaf and her old age makes her anxious so I understand the importance of being gentle and compassionate.
A typical day
A typical day is meeting them at their home, reintroducing myself if necessary, then taking care of any physical needs - food, bathroom, etc. Then we can transition to playtime, going outside if whether and location allow, and getting some good mental stimulation in for a solid 20 minutes. Then we wind down with any emotional contact and treats needed before I leave. All of this is dependent on what the pet needs and wants in these moments, always reducing stress of a new person taking care of them.
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Pets
Rats, and beagles, and bears oh my!
Pet care experience
I have grown up surrounded by animals, and come home to one loving 13 year old dog every day. I have experience cat and dog sitting for neighbors and friends, as well as large animal care experience working with rescue bears at the North American Bear Center. My approach to animal care is taking care of the needs and wants of both the pet and their owners. I believe that pet sitting is more than just feeding and letting out, it is also providing the mental stimulation and emotional connection that is vital to animal health and well being.
Reviews
France’s was very kind and reliable! I would definitely recommend her and use her services again!
FA takes excellent care of our dog when we are away. She is professional, kind and flexible in accommodating our needs. The pets are very comfortable and relaxed when we return.
About Frances A.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I first meet the pets with their humans to establish trust, approaching gently with a hand out and letting the animal take the lead. Once we have established that relationship a visit will entail any feeding and letting out that are required as well as ample play time for mental stimulation. Once your pet is sufficiently tired out we can end with some emtional contact and treats to cement our relationship. The whole time I am finely attuned to the animals' behavior and making sure we are reducing stress as much as possoble by not pushing activity or contact.
Information Frances A. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or quirks ahead of time so I can make sure to meet then where they are at. My own dog is deaf and her old age makes her anxious so I understand the importance of being gentle and compassionate.
A typical day
A typical day is meeting them at their home, reintroducing myself if necessary, then taking care of any physical needs - food, bathroom, etc. Then we can transition to playtime, going outside if whether and location allow, and getting some good mental stimulation in for a solid 20 minutes. Then we wind down with any emotional contact and treats needed before I leave. All of this is dependent on what the pet needs and wants in these moments, always reducing stress of a new person taking care of them.
Frances A.
West Side, Saint Paul, MN