Ginger L.
Rock Falls, IL
Competent & Compassionate
Pet care experience
OVERVIEW I understand your concern with finding the right person to deliver the kind of care that your pet deserves. I value and honor the trust you place in me to ensure your pet's happiness, safety and well being. I am particularly skilled at working with pets who have special needs, including puppies and seniors. I love pets of all sizes and breeds, having worked with over two hundred dogs, including but certainly not limited to Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Dobermens, Mastiffs, Bulldogs, Hounds, Terriers, Chihuahuas, Labs, Great Danes, Greyhounds, and mixed breeds. I treat your pets and home with great respect. I give your pets plenty of affection and exercise. I make sure that fresh water and food are available at times you designate. I am good at giving medications and injections. SERVICES I offer overnight petsitting in your home. I am available outside the Sterling and Rock Falls area, however an additional travel fee will apply; please contact me for a quote. I offer morning, mid-day and evening drop-in visits and walks in Sterling and Rock Falls only. I also offer boarding in my home in Rock Falls, however certain restrictions apply, as I rent my home. Please contact me for more information. WHY CHOOSE ME? As a person, I am calm, quiet, and intuitive, understanding and meeting the special needs of just about any dog or cat. I consider myself very fortunate to be able to spend quality time with a wide variety of pets. I am a pet care professional, but to pets, I am like the kindly aunt whom they quickly grow to love. MY EXPERIENCE I owned and operated my own pet care business on the northwest side of Chicago for five years. I provided drop-in visits, dog walks, overnight petsitting in clients' homes, and kennel-free boarding in my home. I've been doing the same in the Sauk Valley for over two years. At our initial free in-home consultation, I get to know your pets and your needs. I take notes and ask a variety of questions about your expectations about houseskeepiing, meal times, play times, walks, dog park visits, medications, special needs, etc. I use a detailed questionnaire to guide our discussion and answer any questions you have. If you think I'm a good fit for your home and pets, I email a Service Plan accordingly. My #1 Priority: Pets are like children. They need to be loved, guided, and supported. But Safety is my #1 priority. I maintain strict safety rules. For example, I secure all doors and windows before entering and upon leaving their homes. I make sure their collars or harnesses are securely attached to their leashes prior to taking them outside of their homes. I make sure they have no opportunity to ingest anything potentially harmful. I never bring other animals or people into their homes. I don't drink, smoke in the home, or take any illegal substance. I am especially good at walking large dogs and dogs who pull, and I ensure complete safety when walking in them your neighborhood. I treat elderly dogs with extra patience and care. I have some experience training dogs, but my role in your home would be mostly to reinforce whatever training you've already provided. I take good care of the outside and inside of your property, including picking up debris, watering plants, keeping your shades, blinds, curtains opened and closed as you like them and your lights and climate control on and off as you prefer. BONDING & INSURANCE I am fully insured & bonded thru Rover. Your pets and your home are completely covered from loss or injury, per Rover’s policies and procedures. Rover conducts full criminal background checks and will not allow a pet care provider to post a profile unless that background check is clear. FEES The fees quoted are ballpark figures. They may vary, depending on your needs. Please note that Rover charges both petsitters and pet owners fees. Petsitters are charged 20% while pet owners are charged 11% fee. Petsitting does not normally include dog walks, but walks are available for a small additional fee. Other fees are outlined on my profile and include number of pets in the home and dog walks needed. Please contact me for an exact quote. My schedule is very flexible. I am available to care for your home and your pets seven days a week and all holidays. My sons are in their twenties, and I'm semi-retired, so I devote quite a bit of time taking care of pets. REFERENCES & REVIEWS In addition to the 150 reviews and testimonials posted on my Rover profile, I can provide outstanding verbal references, including ones right here in the Sauk Valley.
Reviews
Even with having to make multiple last minute changes, Ginger was pleasant and good natured. This is our third time working with her and we wouldn’t use anyone else.
Ginger stayed with our 4 dogs for 11 days at our house and did an excellent job. Our pets were loved and cared for very well and our home was kept neat and clean. I'd highly recommend Ginger as we hope to connect again in the future!
Very accommodating/ professional and great with our 2 dogs.
Once again Ginger took excellent care of our two dogs. Her love of dogs is apparent in how well she cares for them and goes above and beyond. Thank you so much, Ginger!
About Ginger L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m experienced administering ear drops, eye drops, pills, and injections. I am sensitive to the anxiety pets sometimes feel when medicine is administered, so I use a variety a methods to make sure they get exactly what they need, when they need it. Pet Waste removal from the yard is done immediately. Poop is never left in the yard. I am fastidious about cleaning. For Overnight Petsitting Clients: No visitors are allowed in your home. I do not drink alcohol or Light housekeeping is included. Thorough housekeeping is available at an additional cost. Morning, afternoon, and/or evening walks are available at an additional cost, depending on the duration of each walk.
Home
Information Ginger L. would like to know about your pet
I work with all sizes, breeds, and temperaments of dogs and cats. I love pit bulls and puppies alike. I've worked with over 300 dogs and cats.
A typical day
HOUSESITTING/PETSITTING IN YOUR HOME: When you entrust me with the care of your pets and home, you are guaranteed: I will treat your home with great respect and follow your exact instructions. I have appointments and activities during the day, but I will remain in your home overnight. Dog walks are not included in the basic cost of petsitting but are available for an additional fee. You will receive daily texts and pictures. I encourage pet owners to reach out to me anytime any method they prefer: via Rover (you can send messages or make calls by using the Rover app or a PC); or, text, emails and calls to my personal cell. Dog Walks are for twenty minutes. I spend time before and after the walks playing, petting and brushing your pups. I'm pretty good at giving baths and brushing out hair and fur, but I don't cut it. I can administer medications, including shots. I don't cut nails or express anal glands. I provide day and overnight care in your home. In addition to all the duties listed above are met regularly: I make sure that when you return, your home and pets are clean. Of course, visitors are not allowed. Your home is kept locked at all times, including when I am in your home. I am a very clean, quiet person with excellent reviews and references. During my free in-home consultation, I complete a questionnaire. If you choose to hire me, I will email you a Service Plan which summarizes your expectations and needs of your pets and home. I want to ensure your complete satisfaction. Special issues such as exercise, nutrition, and medical care are carefully addressed.
Services
Ginger can host
Ginger can watch in your home
Availability
My schedule is fairly flexible. I am out and about in Sterling and Rock Falls a few times a day. I work hard to maintain my reputation as a pet care professional. Safety always comes first. For overnight petsitting clients (in your home): Though I will be in and out during the day and early evening, I guarantee the following: Your pets will never be alone more than 4 hours. They will get plenty of attention, exercise, and play time. You will receive at least two texts and pictures every day. For dog walks and drop-in visits: I provide care for the full 30 minutes. I do not leave early. The quoted time for a visit or a walk is ballpark. Please allow a 30 minute grace period before and after quoted times. I ensure that dogs are completely secure in their collars and/or harnesses prior to exiting the home. I am very diligent in maintaining complete control of your dogs outside of the home They are never left in the yard to play by themselves. Whenever we go for a walk the home, I ensure your home is secure.
About Ginger L.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m experienced administering ear drops, eye drops, pills, and injections. I am sensitive to the anxiety pets sometimes feel when medicine is administered, so I use a variety a methods to make sure they get exactly what they need, when they need it. Pet Waste removal from the yard is done immediately. Poop is never left in the yard. I am fastidious about cleaning. For Overnight Petsitting Clients: No visitors are allowed in your home. I do not drink alcohol or Light housekeeping is included. Thorough housekeeping is available at an additional cost. Morning, afternoon, and/or evening walks are available at an additional cost, depending on the duration of each walk.
Home
Information Ginger L. would like to know about your pet
I work with all sizes, breeds, and temperaments of dogs and cats. I love pit bulls and puppies alike. I've worked with over 300 dogs and cats.
A typical day
HOUSESITTING/PETSITTING IN YOUR HOME: When you entrust me with the care of your pets and home, you are guaranteed: I will treat your home with great respect and follow your exact instructions. I have appointments and activities during the day, but I will remain in your home overnight. Dog walks are not included in the basic cost of petsitting but are available for an additional fee. You will receive daily texts and pictures. I encourage pet owners to reach out to me anytime any method they prefer: via Rover (you can send messages or make calls by using the Rover app or a PC); or, text, emails and calls to my personal cell. Dog Walks are for twenty minutes. I spend time before and after the walks playing, petting and brushing your pups. I'm pretty good at giving baths and brushing out hair and fur, but I don't cut it. I can administer medications, including shots. I don't cut nails or express anal glands. I provide day and overnight care in your home. In addition to all the duties listed above are met regularly: I make sure that when you return, your home and pets are clean. Of course, visitors are not allowed. Your home is kept locked at all times, including when I am in your home. I am a very clean, quiet person with excellent reviews and references. During my free in-home consultation, I complete a questionnaire. If you choose to hire me, I will email you a Service Plan which summarizes your expectations and needs of your pets and home. I want to ensure your complete satisfaction. Special issues such as exercise, nutrition, and medical care are carefully addressed.
Location
Rock Falls, IL
Ginger L.
Rock Falls, IL