Ian W.
Ian W.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $28 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Calm and Empathetic House-sitter
From a young age I've been very good at approaching pets that their owners considered to be 'antisocial' or 'unfriendly'. I have a strong desire to see shy and nervous pets come out of their shells on their own terms, and have developed a sense of diligence based on this desire. After all, you can't force an animal to be your friend. I have a great deal of experience with dogs ranging from baby puppies to the elderly, and with cats of all ages as well. I offer overnight services primarily due to lacking a fence of my own, but I can provide park visits and walks on most days of any given week. Overnights are no issue and, especially at the moment, I rarely have obligations that interfere. My work schedule is currently very flexible, and unfortunately for me the hours are very low as well. Fortunately for you, this means that I have very little that would require my absence from your pets! I like to schedule meet-and-greets ahead of time to learn from the source the needs and wants of my clients and their dogs, free of charge of course.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
As my home does not have accommodations for other dogs, while housesitting for your pets I will will make my presence the top priority and will render whatever services are required. In case of emergency, I'm willing to provide veterinarian visits so long as an address is provided (I would ask for a means of payment for the visit so I don't have to pay the medical bills out of pocket naturally but I'd never put your family in danger over it if you can't get back to me immediately). On the subject of health, if a dog requires medication, just give me the method to administer it and I'll handle it. Believe you me, I've dealt with some dogs who were very reluctant to take their pills but I will always find a way.
Ratings and reviews
Ian is terrific. Super responsible and responsive. Highly recommend!!
Ian is the best! We have booked him twice in the last couple of months to come and stay at our house to watch our two dogs- his communication is great! He responds right away, sends us pictures, and updates us all of the time, and best of all?! Our dogs love him!
Ian is excellent at caring for dogs. Our pup, Gibson, is always happy and contented after Ian’s time with him. We’re so happy to be working with Ian!
Ian went above and beyond to be able to watch my two dogs, was super sweet and kept me in the loop with text and conversation throughout his stay. So happy to have found him. Thank you again, Ian!
Ian did a great job caring for my cats. He was prompt with communication and conscientious.
Ian was the absolute best! He stayed at our house with our 2 dogs for 5 days. I received regular updates and pictures of them- which was so appreciated and needed being so far away from them. I’d have Ian back in a heartbeat!
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Schedule
While my family can take care of them in my absence, I have a dog and an elderly cat of my own so I tend to juggle their care on a daily basis, including walks and small trips on days that permit thenlm.