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Ivy C.

Kitchener, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
•38 reviews
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Lifelong lover of fur babies

Pet care experience

Over the years I have loved and cared for fur babies large and small. I have had many rescued cats and a lovely rescued dog from young to old, in sickness and health. I have cared for feline kidney disease and an aging dear dog who lived to 16 1/2. I have managed fear aggression , separation anxiety, and assisted my grown children with foster dogs they have cared for. Our family was known for it's pet zoo which included Russian dwarf hamsters, guinea pigs, and a rabbit, in addition to the cats, dog, and a horse for the past 12 years. My youngest daughter is now a vet, which is handy for quick consults and also fascinating to learn more about understanding dog behaviour, as she specializes in dog behaviour and training without force. I have also volunteered at the Humane Society with my children, caring for cats and walking dogs. I am always the "mom", ensuring my pets have proper food, water, clean litter, proper blanketing (horse) , meds, exercise, etc. I love being able to help others to take good care of their fur babies.

Reviews

Elizabeth W.
Dog Walking • Apr 09, 2024
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Ivy was great! She walked Archie while I was at work on short notice and was super accommodating, even squeezing in a meet and greet the day before. She maintained great communication and was very friendly and knowledgeable. I felt completely at ease letting her into my home and taking care of my fur baby. Thank you Ivy for everything! :)

Olena G.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 30, 2024
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Ivy is great. We are very pleased with her service. I definitely recommend her!

reema h.
Dog Walking • Jan 17, 2024
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Ivy is amazing with Remy. Friendly, strong communication and I don’t have to worry about whether or the full walk was done

Mengchen Y.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 16, 2023
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Ivy took great care of my cats and our apartment and sent me photo updates every time. I’m super grateful for her help. We’ll definitely use her again in the future and would recommend her to everyone!

About Ivy C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I would be happy to come spend time in your home caring for your pets, when you are not able due to work or illness. Playing, feeding, walking, cleaning a litter box, or just being a quiet presence - whatever is needed. I am also able to administer meds of various sorts as directed. You will find my previous house cleaning clients were totally comfortable leaving me in charge of their homes whether they were in town or not. I am a reliable, responsible, and caring person.

Information Ivy C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any health concerns or special needs, including any particular fears when outside or on walks. Are there any particular things that tend to get them upset, barking, etc? Do they like to chase squirrels, cats, cars, bikes? How do they respond to other dogs out walking? Do they tend to pull on the leash? How do you best like to manage that? Are there any unique words they know for basic obedience? Do they "speak" a different language? (are they trained in French instead of English)

A typical day

I enjoy playing with toys - balls , tuggy toys (with owners approval) in a fenced yard. Love walking on trails. I enjoy teaching tricks to dogs that enjoy that sort of thing and reviewing basic obedience.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
CA$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
CA$16per walk

Ivy can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I presently work a very flexible, very part time job, along with caring for my Siamese and domestic medium hair (who has stomatitis - an immune system issue) cats. Hoping to fill more of my time loving on others pets. I am an active , energetic person, but recently had to resign from my house cleaning business due to hand/wrist surgery, which I have recovered from.

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About Ivy C.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I would be happy to come spend time in your home caring for your pets, when you are not able due to work or illness. Playing, feeding, walking, cleaning a litter box, or just being a quiet presence - whatever is needed. I am also able to administer meds of various sorts as directed. You will find my previous house cleaning clients were totally comfortable leaving me in charge of their homes whether they were in town or not. I am a reliable, responsible, and caring person.

Information Ivy C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any health concerns or special needs, including any particular fears when outside or on walks. Are there any particular things that tend to get them upset, barking, etc? Do they like to chase squirrels, cats, cars, bikes? How do they respond to other dogs out walking? Do they tend to pull on the leash? How do you best like to manage that? Are there any unique words they know for basic obedience? Do they "speak" a different language? (are they trained in French instead of English)

A typical day

I enjoy playing with toys - balls , tuggy toys (with owners approval) in a fenced yard. Love walking on trails. I enjoy teaching tricks to dogs that enjoy that sort of thing and reviewing basic obedience.

Location

Kitchener, ON

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Ivy C.

Kitchener, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
•38 reviews