Jackie M.
West Town, IL
Dog lover first, lawyer second
Pet care experience
My two shelter dogs have been the absolute lights of my life for many years. When I moved away for school I volunteered at multiple humane societies and pounds because I could not stand being without pet interaction and the work I did there has stayed in my heart with me ever since. I have a special ability to manage seemingly skittish/difficult dogs as I was a level 4 (highest level) dog socializer in my volunteer work at the shelter and have the patience necessary to acclimate and make dogs feel the most comfortable. I speak to animals like humans so an added perk will be your dog’s expanding vocabulary you never knew existed. I am currently working from home as an attorney on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. I work from the office in the suburbs Tuesdays and Thursdays, so I can only plan for PM drop-offs on those days. Please note also that my dog stays at my family home in the suburbs so I can facilitate multiples or dogs who prefer to be the center of attention:)
Reviews
Jackie is amazing! My dogs both loved her and she was great about sending pictures and text updates. When my flight almost got delayed she was willing to change her plans and stay another night. It’s so nice to have someone I can trust to love and care for my dogs while I’m gone!
She treated Oakley as a queen and send great updates. Would rebook! Also for what it’s worth Oakley is a 120 pound dog and she handled her with ease and confidence. 10/10!
Jackie was such a fabulous dog sitter! Bean loved spending his time there! I am so happy we chose Jackie, she was communicative and super supportive of Bean’s needs. Thank you!!!
Jackie was amazing with our dog Kona while we were out of town for the weekend, she was very accommodating to a early drop off and late pick up time! I loved the updates she send me, and was so so happy to come home to a well cared for happy dog :)
About Jackie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am currently able to facilitate long weekend visits as I work from home Fridays and Mondays & love having the company on the weekends.
Home
Information Jackie M. would like to know about your pet
I am most concerned with noise level when left alone for short periods of time (1-3 hours) and level of anxiety in being left alone at all. I am used to having a very attached dog so I know how much it weighs on them to see people leave them for lengths of time. I want to make sure I am the best fit for your dogs needs and will be extremely honest about my schedule during the proposed stay to make sure that everyone is on the same page and that your dog can thrive in the environment I am able to provide.
A typical day
Many days are spent lounging with bursts of activity with long walks around Palmer/ Logan square. I generally don’t utilize the dog park as I can never guarantee what the dogs socialization level is, and would rather keep it simple and find things to do with small groups of people/ dogs if the dog I am watching wants to be around anyone at all! If not, I have a 2 bedroom apartment with enough room for all the naps and indoor play possible.
Services
Jackie can host
Jackie can watch in your home
Availability
I currently work from home Monday/ Wednesday/ Friday and love to fill my time with pup walks/runs and playing in between work meetings. My schedule works best for the long weekends.
About Jackie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am currently able to facilitate long weekend visits as I work from home Fridays and Mondays & love having the company on the weekends.
Home
Information Jackie M. would like to know about your pet
I am most concerned with noise level when left alone for short periods of time (1-3 hours) and level of anxiety in being left alone at all. I am used to having a very attached dog so I know how much it weighs on them to see people leave them for lengths of time. I want to make sure I am the best fit for your dogs needs and will be extremely honest about my schedule during the proposed stay to make sure that everyone is on the same page and that your dog can thrive in the environment I am able to provide.
A typical day
Many days are spent lounging with bursts of activity with long walks around Palmer/ Logan square. I generally don’t utilize the dog park as I can never guarantee what the dogs socialization level is, and would rather keep it simple and find things to do with small groups of people/ dogs if the dog I am watching wants to be around anyone at all! If not, I have a 2 bedroom apartment with enough room for all the naps and indoor play possible.
Location
Chicago, IL
Pets
Jackie M.
West Town, IL