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Jason P.

Sacramento, CA

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Your Pet’s Second Best Friend

Pet care experience

Hi there, I’m Jason! After 20 years in the pet care game, I’ve learned a few things: every bark has a backstory, and each purr is a poem. My services? They’re like a Swiss Army knife for pet owners. Quick drop-ins to refill the food bowl or long overnight stays, I adapt to your pet’s script—be it a drama queen cat or a heroic dog with a penchant for epic fetch quests. I tailor my approach to the individual pet, ensuring they’re not just looked after, but genuinely entertained. Standing out in a sea of pet carers, I offer more than just time; I bring a narrative flair to the everyday, making sure each pet has their moment in the spotlight. It’s about more than just being able to decipher the latest pet gossip at the water bowl. While humor and cleverness are part of the package, at the core, it’s about reliable, heartfelt care. In all seriousness though, ensuring your pet’s well-being and your peace of mind is what I’m here for. Let’s make their day extraordinary. Let me become your pet’s second best friend.

About Jason P.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When I step into a client’s home, I adopt a simple mantra: “Be the person their pet thinks you are.” This means transforming into a gourmet chef when faced with those judgmental cat stares at mealtime, or becoming an intrepid explorer as I navigate the living room jungles with adventurous pups. I treat their space with the respect of a guest (no wild parties, I promise) and their pets with the devotion of a family member. From ensuring the sacred nap spots are undisturbed to keeping water bowls as full as a moon, I maintain their routine with the precision of a Swiss watchmaker who’s also a cat whisperer. It’s less about just ‘caring’ and more about becoming their most reliable buddy in your absence. Rest assured, I leave homes just as I found them—only slightly improved by a pet who’s had a day brimming with joy and adventure.

Information Jason P. would like to know about your pet

If your pet comes with special instructions, like a secret agent on a mission, I’m here to follow them to the letter. What’s their unique blueprint for happiness and health?

A typical day

Our day kicks off with a strategic planning session over breakfast, debating the day’s agenda: Park? Nap? The great squeaky toy hunt? Then, it’s off to decipher the intricacies of the backyard or the mysteries lurking behind the shower curtain, guided by the expert (your pet, naturally). Afternoons are reserved for culinary critiques—my attempt at a gourmet pet meal meets a Simon Cowell-esque review. The evening winds down with a contemplative stroll, reflecting on the day’s achievements. As night falls, we settle in, your pet dreaming of their next adventure, while I, the trusted guardian, stand watch.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$31per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$31per walk

Jason can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

In this interesting chapter of my life, where I find myself temporarily liberated from the 9-to-5 grind, I’ve turned full-time pet enthusiast. This isn’t your ordinary career gap; it’s an all-access pass to being the Mary Poppins of the pet world—without the flying umbrella, but with all the fun. My schedule? As open as a dog park at dawn. This means I can be there for the early risers, the noon-time prowlers, and the night owls. Whether your pet needs a buddy by day or a guardian by night, I’m on call, turning every moment into an adventure. This full-time dedication isn’t just a way to pass time; it’s a mission to make sure your pet never has to look at the clock, wondering when the fun will start.

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About Jason P.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When I step into a client’s home, I adopt a simple mantra: “Be the person their pet thinks you are.” This means transforming into a gourmet chef when faced with those judgmental cat stares at mealtime, or becoming an intrepid explorer as I navigate the living room jungles with adventurous pups. I treat their space with the respect of a guest (no wild parties, I promise) and their pets with the devotion of a family member. From ensuring the sacred nap spots are undisturbed to keeping water bowls as full as a moon, I maintain their routine with the precision of a Swiss watchmaker who’s also a cat whisperer. It’s less about just ‘caring’ and more about becoming their most reliable buddy in your absence. Rest assured, I leave homes just as I found them—only slightly improved by a pet who’s had a day brimming with joy and adventure.

Information Jason P. would like to know about your pet

If your pet comes with special instructions, like a secret agent on a mission, I’m here to follow them to the letter. What’s their unique blueprint for happiness and health?

A typical day

Our day kicks off with a strategic planning session over breakfast, debating the day’s agenda: Park? Nap? The great squeaky toy hunt? Then, it’s off to decipher the intricacies of the backyard or the mysteries lurking behind the shower curtain, guided by the expert (your pet, naturally). Afternoons are reserved for culinary critiques—my attempt at a gourmet pet meal meets a Simon Cowell-esque review. The evening winds down with a contemplative stroll, reflecting on the day’s achievements. As night falls, we settle in, your pet dreaming of their next adventure, while I, the trusted guardian, stand watch.

Location

Sacramento, CA

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Sacramento, CA