Jan M.
Jan M.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $40 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your peace of mind is priceless
When you're away from home: 1. Do you want peace of mind when you have to leave your precious pup(s) behind? 2. Are you looking for a sitter who has a deep understanding of of dog psychology and canine behavior, and who uses only positive reinforcement to better care for and empathize with your fur baby? 3. Do you need someone with a medical background to give your dog medication(s)? I can help you. Your furry family member will benefit from my lifelong desire to care for others (I'm a retired ER doctor), as well as my love of animals and education. Over the past 11 1/2 years, dog sitting has gone from a hobby to an enjoyable, well-informed business for me. I pride myself on being knowledgeable about canine behavior. To prove it, I've just graduated from the Animal Behavior College (with honors!) as a certified dog trainer. When I care for your sweet pup, I'll only use positive reinforcement to optimize our bonding experience. Because of my medical background and helpful training from my dog's vet and her staff, I'm able to administer many types of medications including insulin shots, pills, eye and ear drops, ointments, nebulizer treatments, etc. However, if your dog does require medical treatment, I will bring them to their vet or nearest veterinary emergency hospital. My business is bonded and insured. PLEASE NOTE: If I come to dog sit in your home, my dog, Theo, comes with me. He's 14 1/2 years old and 18 pounds. He'll provide mellow, friendly, and non-threatening companionship for your fur baby.
Cat care experience
Jan also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
My business is bonded and insured. I've just graduated from Animal Behavior College (with. honors!) as a Certified Dog Trainer. This involved 1,000+ pages of bookwork followed by a 6-month, one-on-one mentorship with a certified trainer. You and your sweet pet benefit because I understand the best ways to approach and care for your dog, and I'm able to interpret canine behavior which makes it safer when we go for walks, to the dog park, or have other animal interactions. When Theo and I watch your dog, we'll abide by your rules
Ratings and reviews
Jan was incredibly attentive and kept me updated constantly, which showed just how much she cared. If you’re someone who likes to feel very in the loop, she’s great.
We were out of town visiting family and needed pet sitting for our 2 year old lab. We reached out to Jan and she responded quickly. She was very easy to communicate with and did a great job sitting with our dog for two nights. Jan is very conscientious, caring, and knowledgeable. We recommend her as an excellent pet caregiver!
Simply the best. Like having a member of the family watch the house and dogs.
We decided to go to a concert in 24 hours and reached out to Jan. She was able to come feed the dogs for us while we were away with short notice. She is a lifesaver! She normally watches our dogs so she knew their routine.
This is the second time I have used Jan. She is great! Very reliable and a great multitasker. My dog has diabetes and needs a shot 12 hours apart. He also needed pills and eyedrops. Jan can successfully manage it all!
Leaving a 3-month-old German Shorthaired Pointer puppy for a week while traveling overseas was not something I took lightly, but she exceeded every expectation I had. From the moment I left, she treated Dwight like he was her own dog. She wasn’t just there to feed him and let him out—she actively played with him, exercised him, worked with him, and genuinely bonded with him. Anyone familiar with GSP puppies knows they are bundles of energy, require constant attention, and can be a handful. She embraced the challenge with enthusiasm and patience. What impressed me most was her communication. While I was in Europe, she kept me updated throughout the week with messages, photos, and videos, which gave me tremendous peace of mind. I never once wondered how Dwight was doing because she was always keeping me informed. When I returned home, Dwight was happy, healthy, well cared for, and clearly adored her. My home was also exactly as I left it. It’s obvious that she truly loves animals and takes her responsibilities seriously. I would trust her with Dwight again without hesitation and would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, energetic, and professional pet sitter. She turned what could have been a stressful week away into a completely worry-free experience.
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Schedule
Because I'm retired, I will be there to care for your fur baby 24/7. I may make a quick run to the grocery store or have an appointment, but I won't be gone longer than a few hours. Once a dog sit is booked, I schedule any following appointments at other times.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsJan can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- I ask about medical issues and if the pet needs medication(s) administered while I'm taking care of them. Through the teachings of my veterinarian and with my 30+ years of ER experience, I am proficient at administering pills, capsules, eye and ear drops, insulin shots, ointments, etc. Also, on a medical note, I ask if your dog is allergic to anything. I also request the. name and phone number of your vet, and if you've used any of the nearby emergency. animal hospitals. I also ask about behavioral issues such as resource guarding of food, toys, bed, etc. Knowing how the dog responds on walks to other people and/or other dogs, is also of concern to me. I'm interested in replicating the dog's daily routine as much as possible to give them comfort while their pet parents are away.