Heather P.
Heather P.
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Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced dog & cat sitter
I've been around pets all my life and developed a strong understanding of animal care from a young age. As an adult, I’ve gained hands-on experience with a range of pet personalities, from energetic working dogs and playful kittens, to nervous rescues with behavioral challenges. I helped socialize two shy, unhappy adult cats, one of whom took over a year to build trust. I’ve cared for Sonny, a reactive corgi mix, supporting his training, managing reactivity on walks, and recognizing stress signals. I’ve also bonded with Zelda, an anxious German Shepherd mix, helping her feel safe through patience and consistent care. I’ve managed feeding, walks, training, and emotional support for each pet with empathy and respect for their unique needs.
Cat care experience
Heather also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
There is no one I trust more than Heather to watch my pup, Zelda. She is incredibly experienced and in tune with dogs and reads them very well. My dog is on the anxious side and she takes things at Zelda's pace until she warms up. She sticks to our schedule and is very respectful of my home. I couldn't recommend her services more!
Calendar and availability
Schedule
I am a freelancer, so I work remotely and make my own schedule. This gives me a lot of flexibility for in-home visits and dog walks.
Where your pet will stay
Safety, trust & environment
I always carefully follow the instructions given by the pet parent. For working dog breeds, I make sure to give them long walks and plenty of play time. For more apprehensive animals, I will be mindful about making loud noises or sudden movement and give them time to warm up to me. I always adapt to the pets’ needs and send plenty of photo updates to the parents along the way.