Isabel R.
Isabel R.
Contact for House Sitting
from $100 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Respectful of all Animals
Hello! I have 16 years experience in animal health and husbandry looking after pocket pets, small animals, exotics, and some livestock and studied animal science at Santa Fe college. I spent time as an assistant wildlife rehabber and lead exhibit keeper and most recently spent time in veterinary diagnostics. I also have access to military bases and housing and can provide house-sitting to military families. I've taken care of dogs for as long as I can remember, but pofessionally I've worked with canines for 16 years. I pride myself in respecting dogs and their personal space, prefering to win their hearts over at their own pace. I am also comfortable taking care of dogs with specials needs and those requiring medical care including seniors. I also love bathing, brushing and de-shedding dogs that tolerate it. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask! I have spent my whole career looking after animals and the people who love them. I would to be your choice for pet care. Thank you!
Cat care experience
Isabel also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
When it comes to working as a sitter in the homes of clients, I bring my own toiletries and towel and always err on the side of caution and asking before taking any action that hasnt previously been discussed. I work in the best interests of animals and the owners who know them best, so listening to the instructions of pet owners is very important to me. Personally, I will not work in homes that have cameras placed in bedrooms or bathrooms, or homes that have broken locks on entryway doors. I will also not stay in homes that show evidence of any infestations or parasites- including fleas, ticks, spiders, or roaches. I am very respectful of the pets I take care of, especially considering I am entering their homes and spaces as a stranger. I also require that while I am house sitting, no visitors come unannounced or enter the residence without being invited in. I take my safety seriously and will not tolerate being surprised by anyone the owner has not notified me about. Aside from that, I tend to listen to music and audiobooks from a small (4 inch) speaker throughout the day at a respectful moderate to low volume, so if your pet has any genre or song requests, I'm happy to oblige!
Ratings and reviews
Isabel is a great sitter. She followed the schedule and instructions we left her and played with our pup throughout the day. She provided updates at the beginning and end of the day. We really appreciate all her help!
Izzy was wonderful! She took such good care of my dog and cat and was communicative with us through our whole trip. With my cat's health issues it was so reassuring to have her hear with them.
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Schedule
My availability has recently opened up. Aside from some weekends where I will be out of state to work, I am able to travel and work from anywhere on my own schedule with a lot of flexibility. I am only available to house-sit as I have a cat who does not get along well with other animals. Please reach out to me if you have any questions, thank you!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsIsabel can host up to 1 pet per night
- I have experience as a veterinary technician and I am comfortable providing medical care in-home for special needs animals and seniors that tolerate being handled by one individual. I do ask that if your pet is reactive to anything, I am told ahead of time.