Heather W.
Heather W.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Animal Search and Rescue Worker
I grew up loving and caring for animals. I had dogs, cats, and even parrots growing up. I am certified in Pet First Aid and CPR and have experience pet sitting for various friends and family. I used to volunteer with the Humane Society where I walked dogs and helped work play groups which helped the dogs gain social skills and helped them to get adopted. I currently volunteer with a statewide animal rescue organization doing technical animal rescues which include rescuing dogs, cats, birds, horses, and, on occasion, certain exotic animals. Our most common rescues include dogs that fall down cliffs and horses that are cast in their stalls and can't get up or are otherwise stuck and require assistance getting back up. I love getting to work with all sorts of animals and have learned a lot from the other volunteers which include EMTs, Firefighters, and Veterinarians.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I have years of experience with dogs and I also had cats growing up too. I do not currently have any pets living with me so your pet with have my undivided love and attention. I am able to maintain any schedules you keep for your pets such as when to feed them and any medications they might need to take. I'm certified in Pet First Aid/CPR and work with animals regularly due to my work in animal rescue so you can rest assured that your furbabies will be in good hands!
Ratings and reviews
Heather is a true cat whisperer. She goes above and beyond to draw out our very shy cat, and to make sure our adventuring cat is home at night. Our pets are in the best hands ever with Heather.
She is consistently great! We love knowing our fur babies are in great hands when we have to be away, and they both absolutely love her! 🩷
Heather was great watching Cooper again! We really appreciate her communication and flexibility. The house was spotless when we returned and Ccoper was sad to see her go.
Our plans for pet care fell through at the last minute. Thankfully Heather was available and was able to stay with our fur babies. Our cat and our puppy absolutely loved her and she was so kind and took such great care of them along with being respectful to our home while we were gone. 10/10 highly recommend. We will definitely be reaching out to her again for our other out of town trips!
Heather was great with Cooper, and flexible with a last minute request. Will definitely book with Heather again!
Heather was amazing! She watched our 2 dogs in our home for several days and went above and beyond in every way possible. Without being asked, she went out and bought more dog treats so we wouldn’t have to when we got home. She washed the sheets and towels and remade the bed she slept in. The house was spotless and she even cleaned up the dog waste in the yard without being asked. Heather is proactive and responsible and has great vibes. We will definitely be booking her in the future!
Calendar and availability
Schedule
I work remotely from home so my schedule is very flexible and I'll have plenty of time to look after your beloved pets! I can easily stop by and check on them at your home as often as you'd like. I also love being outside so going on multiple walks a day would be a joy for me.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsHeather can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
- Please let me know if your pets have any medical issues and/or are on any medications and what the schedule is for those medications. I also would love to know their general schedule for meals and walks so that I can make sure your pets maintain their regular routines even when you are not home. If your pets have any allergies or special diets that I should be aware of please let me know. The more information the better! If they have a favorite toy or a quirky trait I'd love to know about it! I'd love to know anything about personalities too! If they are more quiet and reserved or energetic and boisterous I love all types, but it would be nice to know ahead of time so I can make sure to tailor my care to what will make them the most happy and comfortable.