Jen E.
Venable, VA
Doting caregiver for all furbabies!
Pet care experience
**Available for the holidays!!** I am an animal lover in general, but dogs will always hold a special place in my heart, as they do for many people. I think that may have began when, a week after I was born, my dad brought home a German Shepherd puppy, who quickly became my protector and best friend for a decade. There have been dogs in my home and in my care ever since then. Besides a lifetime of experience caring for my own (and friends'/family's) dogs, I have completed a yearlong internship working as a trainer/training instructor with a service dog organization. I helped to socialize and train future service and therapy dogs for wounded veterans. In my spare time, I continue to help other trainers care for and train service dogs, pets, as well as search & rescue dogs. I enjoy training and love improving my skills and continuing my education in the field. Dogs truly are amazing animals that can make such a profound difference in peoples' lives. They deserve the best! I would describe my "sitter style" as calm and consistent. I love to get down on the floor to play with them or chase them around the yard, and love the settle-down petting sessions just as much! I love showering pets with affection and treats, but rest assured I have an iron will in the [super cute] face of whining, begging, or jumping. I like to bake simple homemade dog (and cat!) treats, and they are always a big hit! If your dog really loves them, I could even arrange to sell you a batch or two. ;) I have spent time with dogs of just about every size and temperament, and am a devoted, patient, and experienced caregiver.
Reviews
Jen is a fantastic sitter and our dogs never want to come home! Highly recommended!
Jen took great care of our Lucy and sent lot of pics and updates. Lucy is a handful and Jen was very patient.
Jen was a kind and conscientious pet sitter. She clearly loves animals and easily handles a large group - she has 1 dog and 2 cats and often cares for 5-6 guest dogs. Though her house is not large, she keeps everything under control and makes sure each animal's needs are met. She is adept at giving medication, cutting nails and simple grooming needs. While under her care, my elderly dog had an accident on his cushion and Jen was kind enough to wash the cushion. With her ready supply of treats and calm demeanor, she puts nervous and stressed dogs at ease and helps them feel like her place is their home away from home. And she was great at sending daily pictures and witty texts with updates on what my dogs were doing. I would not hesitate to hire Jen again the next time I need a pet sitter.
Jen is amazing. She is super responsible and lovable and Charlie loves her so much.
About Jen E.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Not currently taking clients, using this platform as a customer looking for walkers and drop in visits for my flabrador, and will need lots of help around the winter holidays.
Information Jen E. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog is up to date on vaccinations and current on flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. *Do they get along with other dogs??* (If i sit for you in your home I will need to bring my dog along - a very friendly spayed female labrador) I'd like to know what kind of treats and food they are allowed to have, and of course any other diet schedules/restrictions you'd like me to know about. It would also be helpful to know any rules or training that you may be working on so that we can try to maintain consistency while they're away from you.
A typical day
I make sure to facilitate appropriate amounts of activities to accommodate your dog's energy level and make them comfortable - from snuggling and napping on the couch, to engaging play and training, to stimulating "doggy IQ tests" (very fun haha!). Other services like brushing, nail clipping, ear cleaning, or baths can be arranged - I'm not a groomer, but can take care of the basics with no trouble - as well as care for your other critters (in your home) as I have experience caring for a wide array of pets including farm animals and wildlife rescues.
Services
Jen can watch in your home
Availability
Not currently taking clients, using this platform as a customer looking for walkers and drop in visits for my flabrador, and will need lots of help around the winter holidays.
About Jen E.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Not currently taking clients, using this platform as a customer looking for walkers and drop in visits for my flabrador, and will need lots of help around the winter holidays.
Information Jen E. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog is up to date on vaccinations and current on flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. *Do they get along with other dogs??* (If i sit for you in your home I will need to bring my dog along - a very friendly spayed female labrador) I'd like to know what kind of treats and food they are allowed to have, and of course any other diet schedules/restrictions you'd like me to know about. It would also be helpful to know any rules or training that you may be working on so that we can try to maintain consistency while they're away from you.
A typical day
I make sure to facilitate appropriate amounts of activities to accommodate your dog's energy level and make them comfortable - from snuggling and napping on the couch, to engaging play and training, to stimulating "doggy IQ tests" (very fun haha!). Other services like brushing, nail clipping, ear cleaning, or baths can be arranged - I'm not a groomer, but can take care of the basics with no trouble - as well as care for your other critters (in your home) as I have experience caring for a wide array of pets including farm animals and wildlife rescues.
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Pets
Jen E.
Venable, VA