Jen W.
Long Lake, MN
Jen W. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
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Pet care experience
Paws and Breathe...Holistic pet care in your home means that not only are the furry babies loved in their own space with their own routines, beds, friends, and toys; I take care of your home, inside and out. You can travel worry-free, knowing your plants, deliveries, and everything about your space will be taken care of. SERVICE FEES: Please add non-dog/cat pets as an additional dog so that I am paid appropriately to care for the correct number of pets. I charge per day, with a discount for stays over a week. ABOUT ME: I'm a mature (that's a nice way to say middle aged) professional house-sitter who has cared for cats, dogs, bunnies, chickens, ducks, goats, donkeys, sheep, and a partridge in a pear tree. I keep your home safe and clean while you're gone, and your pets loved and cared for like my own, so you can travel without worry. I am new to this site, but have many years of experience. I have fostered, homed and adopted rescue dogs, cats, and ducks, and have a special affinity for those who need a little something extra; attention, space, warmth, gentle talking for the shy ones, playtime and puzzle solving for the working breeds, and for the more dominant dogs, I establish a confident hierarchy so that they know I'm Alpha/the protector. Anxious pets tend to gravitate towards me as a safe person. Ok, maybe there have been no partridges...yet.
Reviews
Jen is an EXCELLENT dog sitter! Our elderly rescue dog has a few ailments that Jen handled with ease. She kept him safe and content. Her communication is outstanding, as well. She sent me pictures and videos, posted more pictures on Instagram, and we exchanged many texts. I was completely reassured that our dog was well cared for. Also, it was great to have someone so experienced staying at our home. We could barely see that someone had been staying here. It was very clean! Thanks, Jen!
Jen was amazing! Usually it's family who watches our dogs so it's somewhat of an adjustment asking someone new to watch them. We have two Australian Shepherd's so we know they can be a bit much at times.. she was able to manage their goofy quirks and keep us updated with some pretty awesome photos along the way! By the looks of it they were having a pretty great time too :) I'd recommend Jen to anyone who's looking for a dog sitter! She made us feel very comfortable and at ease during our trip.
Jen is amazing! Sent lots of updates and took such good care of our sweet dog. Will definitely be hiring her again!
We had Jen as a house sitter and pet sitter for our two senior dogs, Teddy and Ajay. Jen sent daily updates and it was apparent that our boys were well cared for and loved. Jen was always very responsive to all of our communications before and during the stay. We were able to travel worry-free knowing our dogs were in the best hands. As a bonus, the house was immaculate when we returned. 😊
About Jen W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Pets feel so much more comfortable with a new person when I'm there consistently, and they can build trust with me more quickly, without disruption in their routines or familiar locations. Yes, your dog(s) can sleep in bed with me. Check out my instagram page (@jensitswithpets) for more photos, information, humor, and inspiration!
Information Jen W. would like to know about your pet
Dogs must be house trained and at least 1 year old. I love puppies, but don't like getting up in the middle of the night. I ask pertinent questions at the first meeting. Any background is helpful, especially for rescues, so that there is context to any problematic behavior (usually explained by a fear or trauma response and not a naughty dog.) Before each sit, I read up on the breed(s) so I know more about their specific needs and personality traits. Dog breeds are SO different, and I customize their care accordingly.
A typical day
I'm a leisurely walker (not a runner or strenuous walker,) so we will mosey around the neighborhood and sniff around. Then we will probably snuggle and binge Netflix.
Services
Jen can watch in your home
Availability
ON A TYPICAL DAY... I work remote, so I am generally at your home and with your pets all day & night. Because I will be working from your home, I just require a good internet connection and a clear space to work on my laptop.
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About Jen W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Pets feel so much more comfortable with a new person when I'm there consistently, and they can build trust with me more quickly, without disruption in their routines or familiar locations. Yes, your dog(s) can sleep in bed with me. Check out my instagram page (@jensitswithpets) for more photos, information, humor, and inspiration!
Information Jen W. would like to know about your pet
Dogs must be house trained and at least 1 year old. I love puppies, but don't like getting up in the middle of the night. I ask pertinent questions at the first meeting. Any background is helpful, especially for rescues, so that there is context to any problematic behavior (usually explained by a fear or trauma response and not a naughty dog.) Before each sit, I read up on the breed(s) so I know more about their specific needs and personality traits. Dog breeds are SO different, and I customize their care accordingly.
A typical day
I'm a leisurely walker (not a runner or strenuous walker,) so we will mosey around the neighborhood and sniff around. Then we will probably snuggle and binge Netflix.
Location
Long Lake, MN
Jen W.
Long Lake, MN