Gretchen S.
Emeryville, CA
Services
Prices include all fees.
Gretchen can host
Gretchen can care for
Availability
I work from home and keep a flexible schedule, so looking after your pet fits nicely in my day. I'm an early riser, so morning walks or visits will never be a problem. I'm also generally home during the evenings and can schedule lunchtime visits as needed.
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About Gretchen S.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have elderly cats and my home is set up for their comfort. I currently have 5 heating pads in comfortable places and multiple beds for them throughout my home. I feed them various diets, some prescription, depending on their needs. I feed them canned food 2x day and keep dried food out all the time. One of my cats requires medication 2x day and she gets that when I feed the wet food. I keep several cat boxes and clean them daily. My cats are extremely friendly and spend their days laying around me as I work, so they get constant attention. I will treat your pets with the same care as I treat mine. Schedules are important, as are following instructions and making sure they receive the same care from me as they get from you. I am very careful of any health issues and will notify you of any behavior changes or other situations that seem unusual.
Home
Location
Emeryville, CA
Pets
Caring and experienced pet lover
Pet care experience
I grew up on a ranch in the country and can't remember a time when I haven't had pets in my life. When I got older, I began training large-breed dogs (G. Shepherds, dobermans, etc.) as a hobby. I also had plenty of cats, birds, lizards, turtles, fresh and marine aquariums, horses and even hedgehogs when I lived out of state. I currently have several senior kitties of my own (8, 15, 16, & 17 years old) and have been volunteering with the humane society as a foster mom to newborn bottle-baby kittens since 2015. I also worked as a vet assistant for a time during college.
Reviews
The only person I trust with my animals when I’m away or working long hours. They love her and she keeps them so safe.
Gretchen was communicative and proactive about looking after Nalah, as well as watering my outdoor plants when they needed it. Nalah was safe and well-cared for during my trip.
Gretchen was wonderful! She quickly befriended my shy kitty and they had a great time together. She's reliable and punctual. Thank you Gretchen!!
Smoke was very well cared for - a perfect afternoon of play and rest. He was very happy when I picked him up. We had a 40 min car ride home and he slept the entire ride.
About Gretchen S.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have elderly cats and my home is set up for their comfort. I currently have 5 heating pads in comfortable places and multiple beds for them throughout my home. I feed them various diets, some prescription, depending on their needs. I feed them canned food 2x day and keep dried food out all the time. One of my cats requires medication 2x day and she gets that when I feed the wet food. I keep several cat boxes and clean them daily. My cats are extremely friendly and spend their days laying around me as I work, so they get constant attention. I will treat your pets with the same care as I treat mine. Schedules are important, as are following instructions and making sure they receive the same care from me as they get from you. I am very careful of any health issues and will notify you of any behavior changes or other situations that seem unusual.
Home
Gretchen S.
Emeryville, CA