Izabel B.
Izabel B.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Safety and comfort comes first.
When I was a kid I wanted to be a dog trainer or work in wildlife rehabilitation. I went as far as to shadow a service dog trainer and a local veterinarian in their field of work to explore the possibility of working with animals as a career. Before I was old enough to work, I interned at YoDog Groomers for a summer. Then my first job was at Aspen Kennels, where I was sole caretaker of 12 dogs at a time for 6 hours per day. I became super comfortable working with dogs and cats of all ages, sizes, temperaments, and care requirements. My job description was administering medications, avoiding and breaking up dog fights, and following written pet care instruction from dozens of different owners. I loved that job and kept at it for 3 years until I had to free up some time to finish high school. I've been caring for my own dogs, cats, chickens, and fish for 8 years and other people's pets ever since I was old enough to drive and work. Currently, I work regular jobs pet sitting for 7 poodles and dog walking a clients terrier. I do house sitting and pet sitting when the opportunities arise, and I have several references to provide if requested :) I just graduated high school and will be in and out of the valley, looking to earn money, house myself, and continue being a great caretaker to cats and dogs and other pets. Contact me through rover messages with inquiries!
Cat care experience
Izabel also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
In a client's home, I follow pet care instructions to a T and use both common sense and my experience working with animals to fill in the gaps in instruction. I respect the home/space around me and the home owners privacy. I prioritize the comfort and safety of the pet I'm caring for.
Ratings and reviews
The cats seemed happy and relaxed when we got home and Izabel left the house in great shape. We really appreciated getting the reports and photos while we were gone. Highly recommend
Izabel did an amazing job house sitting and taking care of our dog and cat. Our dog Oakley was happy to see us when we returned but I could also tell she was well loved while we were gone. Izabel took Oakley on daily runs/walks which Oakley is now reminding us each evening when its time to go on a walk. Izabel provided updates while we were away. Izabel also took care of some indoor and outdoor plants for us and they were all thriving when we returned. Izabel also left our house cleaner than it was when she arrived. We will definitely look to book Isabel to house sit and watch our animals again in the future.
Izabel seemed to be a good fit for our senior dog We had a meet so she could get to know him a bit and I gave her instructions and told her not to use our hot tub please She arrived on time and we were excited to go to our families Quincnara party in Chelan As soon as we arrived our outside camara alerted us that a woman was coming up to our house with a towel in hand I called Isabel to see why she was their It turns out it was her friend , which she never asked if she could have a friend over This is a job not a place to visit Of course I told her she must leave She did but we were very upset she didn't tell us and if we hadn't had our security camara they probably would have gone in the hot tub and put us at risk for their saftey! Would think twice before hiring her and putting the care of your animal in her hands!!! Randy and Jeanie
Izabel was really good with my kitties. She spent time feeding and even brushing Mac's dense coat. She's very trustworthy and follows all the directions to a tee! Will ask her to care for my kitties again!
Izabel has been coming to my home the past year to check on my dogs and play enrichment games with them on days when I’m away from home for long hours. I’ve known Izabel and her family for many years, and it has been easy for me to trust her with a key to my home, as I know she comes from a place of respect for others. She has had an interest in dogs for several years, has taken her own initiative in learning new skills for training her family’s dogs, and has taken that interest to helping others with their dogs in our town. She has worked at the local dog boarding kennel, and also with a groomer. With her history of showing interest in dogs, and my trust for her family, it was an easy choice to ask her to come into my home and look after my dogs. While she has been caring for my dogs, she notices things like if one of them has a scratch, so I can attest for her attentiveness to my dogs. But mostly my dogs are really happy for the extra attention they get from Izabel, and it is such a relief for me to know they are getting that extra attention when I’m not home. I would recommend Izabel to anyone who is looking for some extra attention or care for their pets.
Izabel has done a wonderful job dog sitting my older, injured, giant breed dog who's scared of people (and shows it by barking as intimidatingly as he can). She has a calm manner that won him over very quickly. She did a great job at following all instructions regarding feeding, medication, and his limitations. She went above and beyond by noticing when he was struggling and checking in with me to adjust his care, and when he threw up, she even took a photo, in case he needed veterinary care. She left my house cleaner than I had asked, and she also did a great job taking care of our many seedlings we left in her care as well. She is my favorite dog sitter and I highly recommend her as a responsible, caring, respectful pet and house sitter.
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Schedule
During my gap year between high school and university I will be traveling, pet sitting and house sitting, and doing art projects. My routine changes day to day and depends on what I have scheduled. If needed I will be able to adapt my daily routine to meet my responsibilities as a pet sitter.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsIzabel can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- Any behavioral issues or quirks of any kind. Any triggers for bad behaviors. Chasing deer or cats? Pulling on leash? Dislikes men? Territorial or possessive over food or toys? Doesn't like paws touched? If shoes need to be hidden before leaving the house, if food needs to be fed in a slow feeder, if they can slip out of a certain harness, if they need to come in at night, etc. Tell me everything about your pet. I can work around almost any behavioral quirks but I need to be aware of them.