Gavin M.
East Hampton, NY
I'll treat your pet like family
Pet care experience
When I take care of your pet I will treat them like part of the family. I have over a decade of experience caring for pets of all sizes. I can also take care of small pets like Rabbits, Hamsters, Guinea pigs, and even Birds. Past employers have described me as optimistic, dependable, enthusiastic, and motivated to provide the best care. Ensuring the safety of the pet is a top priority. The safety steps I take in advance is always keeping a firm grip on the leash while walking, keeping an eye out on the overall environment that the pet is in, never leaving anything edible out on the counter within a home, making sure the dog is hydrated or fed if needed, and always having my cell phone on me. Communication is key. I am always able to deliver a full written detailed report along with photos to the owner. I understand each pet has their own unique personality and needs. I grew up taking care of multiple dogs within my immediate family. Friends of mine would always ask for me to care for their dogs too. I believe all pets deserve the best care. I will gladly cuddle your pet or give them hugs if they enjoy so. Some activities that I do when I work with dogs is taking them on long energizing walks or runs if they prefer, playing ball in the park, feeding or giving fresh water. It would be a joy to help care for your pet!
Reviews
Gavin was GREAT! He stayed with and played with our two kids (dogs) and lived in our home in East Hampton for close to 3 weeks while we were in New Zealand. While we were away he kept in constant touch with us supplying an endless stream of photos and videos clearly evincing the progress of the dogs trauma of us leaving, with the initial photo of the dogs look of being held hostage (semi joke) to the next of enjoyment with and of the dogs and the dogs change too). He clearly loved them and they loved him back. He is VERY communicative and we appreciated it. He follows direction well and since he lives nearby to us didn't have to travel far to take care of his other responsibilities such as other dogs (like his own). A very responsible fellow and will of course use him again when we return from FL.
We were very happy clients of Gavin; he took amazing care of my senior dog Siberia, she has a kind of strict routine and Gavin was always very patient with us. We always came back to a healthy happy dog. Since we moved we couldn’t continue with him but I fully recommend his services, he’s great!
About Gavin M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I cannot board right now because of a lot of construction at the house. I can do house sits and drop in visits and walks.
Information Gavin M. would like to know about your pet
I fully understand that each pet has their own personality traits. Open to taking care of all breeds. It's important that I know if the dog has any allergies. I would like to know if the dog is aggressive towards people or other pets. I understand some dogs are slow to warm up to new people and need to be introduced by their owner that way the dog doesn't get territorial. It is important to know if the dog is aggressive or shy that way I can take the steps necessary to ensure safety. Also if the dog does not enjoy being social with other animals I wouldn't take them towards a dog park, or would take other preventative to ensure their well-being.
A typical day
We can go on an energizing walk within the surrounding neighborhood or any area that the pet prefers. If there is a local dog park area I'm willing to take the pet there to explore. If the pet prefers running or jogging I'm able to do that too. Another activity I can offer is playing ball or fetch with the dog.
Services
Gavin can watch in your home
Availability
I have one dog living with me named Bruno , 3 others live with my brother. Usually I get up in the morning and run errands. When I get up I usually walk Bruno in the morning and afternoon if I don’t have any clients. I take very good care of my dog Bruno and will treat your dog the same way. I find it important to have a connection with the dog, so they feel more comfortable and happy. So doing daily walks twice a day, playing with the dog, giving the dog the attention it wants is what I’m really good at.
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About Gavin M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I cannot board right now because of a lot of construction at the house. I can do house sits and drop in visits and walks.
Information Gavin M. would like to know about your pet
I fully understand that each pet has their own personality traits. Open to taking care of all breeds. It's important that I know if the dog has any allergies. I would like to know if the dog is aggressive towards people or other pets. I understand some dogs are slow to warm up to new people and need to be introduced by their owner that way the dog doesn't get territorial. It is important to know if the dog is aggressive or shy that way I can take the steps necessary to ensure safety. Also if the dog does not enjoy being social with other animals I wouldn't take them towards a dog park, or would take other preventative to ensure their well-being.
A typical day
We can go on an energizing walk within the surrounding neighborhood or any area that the pet prefers. If there is a local dog park area I'm willing to take the pet there to explore. If the pet prefers running or jogging I'm able to do that too. Another activity I can offer is playing ball or fetch with the dog.
Location
East Hampton, NY
Pets
Gavin M.
East Hampton, NY