Garrett F.
Sexton Mountain, OR
Dog Lover with Eye for Detail!
Pet care experience
For over a decade, dog care has been a part of my life. Whether it be my own faithful family hounds or friends and neighbors who need a bit of a break, there's always been a dog at my side. I've cared for dogs from puppyhood into their old age and find joy in being able to interact and care for these joyous beings, and throughout that journey have picked up an eye for detail when it comes to pet care. I live an active lifestyle and love taking pets out for frequent walks and exercise and can adapt to suit any dog personality. They could be a placid type that simply needs a warm lap to be happy or a playful pup that needs to romp and play to be satisfied; I enjoy it all. I communicate promptly with owners and am willing and able to accommodate special requests or changes in service quickly and efficiently and am used to caring for dogs with special/complex needs (Medications, Specific times for feeding, Specific food brands, etc). Below is a summation of my qualifications. I look forward to working for you and your wonderful pups! -10+ Years of Experiencing House/Pet Sitting -Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills -Prompt and Punctual -Self Motivator -Empathetic and responsive to complex needs (Medicine, specific walk routes, times of day for play and rest) -Able to adapt and respond well to stressful/emergency situations
Reviews
Garrett has been walking my dogs for a few weeks now, and they absolutely adore him. They are not easy to please and even though they may like someone ok, trusting a person to take them out for a walk is not so easy. At first they wouldn't go more than a half block from home. But with Garrett's gentle, loving guidance they became more confident and now walk with him for blocks and blocks. We were getting the dogs used to him so that I could leave them overnight for the first time ever, which is something that I was sure would have freaked them out due to separation anxiety. Garrett stayed overnight Friday night when I went out of town. When I got home they were happy to see me of course, but they calmed down after the initial greetings and then it was as if I had not been away.. I am beyond happy that they love him so much and now I am free to go places since I have someone to trust to take good care of my precious bundles of joy. I can't overstate how happy I am with Garrett.
Garrett not only loves dogs, but seems to have a soul connection with them. He will treat and protect your dog as his own, if not an equal. He has incredible love and respect for the creatures and enjoys their company immensely. They will bring each other such joy!
Garrett is a total dog person! He has a great sense of animals' needs. My dog is incredibly energetic, and when Garrett is done with him, my dog is always worn out and happy. I highly recommend Garrett if you are looking for someone that can accommodate your dog, be they high energy or shy. He adjusts to whatever will make your animal the most comfortable, and the happiest.
About Garrett F.
Communication
Skills
Information Garrett F. would like to know about your pet
The things I love knowing about dogs before sitting would be any special needs the dog has, any timing or schedules that the dog adheres to, and a general idea of what the dog's personality is like. Is your pup playful and energetic? An older dog that loves rubs and cuddles? Somewhere in between? If I have this information, it gives me time to prepare any special activities or scheduling in advance! I've got know breed preferences, but I will say that I think dogs with wrinkles are extra cute!
Services
Garrett can watch in your home
About Garrett F.
Communication
Skills
Information Garrett F. would like to know about your pet
The things I love knowing about dogs before sitting would be any special needs the dog has, any timing or schedules that the dog adheres to, and a general idea of what the dog's personality is like. Is your pup playful and energetic? An older dog that loves rubs and cuddles? Somewhere in between? If I have this information, it gives me time to prepare any special activities or scheduling in advance! I've got know breed preferences, but I will say that I think dogs with wrinkles are extra cute!
Location
Beaverton, OR
Pets
Garrett F.
Sexton Mountain, OR