Jack A.
Harrisonburg, VA
Retired CEO & Animal Whisperer
Pet care experience
I love animals, all creatures great and small. I’ve been housesitting and caretaking for animals and properties for over 25 years, here in the United States and abroad. I really get to know your pets and pay attention to their signals. I bond with the animals I care for and focus on nurturing as well as exercise. My experience has included caring for elderly animals, special needs animals including diabetic injections, unusual food needs, and trips to the vet and groomer. My current list of clients includes small homes, large estates, and even hobby farms that have goats and chickens. When caring for your animals on site, I have a particularly strong background and good eye for security. I have desirable liaison skills with neighbors and vendors who may service your property. Now that I’m retired, I can dedicate much of my time each day to caring for your property and pets. For multiple day commitments, I prefer to stay on site with your pets, which gives them a much more consistent and peaceful experience while you are away. Animals respond not so much to specific words, but tone. I’m quite verbal, so we spend a lot of time talking and listening. Through walks, playtime, and meal time I pay close attention to the signals your pets convey. I definitely establish gentle reminders as to who’s alpha in the pack, but it is indeed gentle and not overbearing.
Reviews
Jack took wonderful care of our dog Harley for 10 days. He was communicative and very professional and left our home spotless. We had great peace of mind on our vacation because we knew Harley was in good hands. We would definitely recommend and use Jack’s services again.
We felt 100% confident that our babies and home were in good hands with Jack! He petsat our cat and dog on New Years Eve and took extra care to make sure everything was perfect. He even sent update photos and stripped the guest bed to make our lives easy the next day. We will call him again for sure!
Jack did an amazing job of taking care of our two Labrador Retrievers! I received great communication from Jack from start to finish, and came home to happy, well cared for doggies and a very tidy house. He accommodated the different energy levels of our dogs with ease. I absolutely would recommend Jack without hesitation!!
Jack and Willow hit it off from the start - if you knew what an anxious dog Willow is you’d know that’s saying a lot! Jack sent us daily updates and photos which we loved. We highly recommend him!
About Jack A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not currently care for pets in my home. Setting up shop in your home, to care for your pets, allows for quality time.
Information Jack A. would like to know about your pet
No matter how long your list is of special needs for your beloved pet, I will pay close attention and honor your wishes. Getting to know your pet is paramount for a successful sit. I find it particularly helpful if you can give me a list of words they recognize and respond to.
A typical day
I find that the animals I care for really appreciate quiet time as well as playtime. They enjoy being groomed and pet. I spend time getting to know the animals personality, favorite toys and what makes them happy.
Services
Jack can watch in your home
Availability
I am retired so my preference is to care for animals in your home. I find that a daily presence is calming for your pets.
About Jack A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I do not currently care for pets in my home. Setting up shop in your home, to care for your pets, allows for quality time.
Information Jack A. would like to know about your pet
No matter how long your list is of special needs for your beloved pet, I will pay close attention and honor your wishes. Getting to know your pet is paramount for a successful sit. I find it particularly helpful if you can give me a list of words they recognize and respond to.
A typical day
I find that the animals I care for really appreciate quiet time as well as playtime. They enjoy being groomed and pet. I spend time getting to know the animals personality, favorite toys and what makes them happy.
Location
Harrisonburg, VA
Jack A.
Harrisonburg, VA