Jenna R.
Jenna R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving, & Reliable Pet Sitter
I have 4 years of professional experience caring for dogs at two dog daycares. I worked as a Doggy Daycare Attendant at Lucky Dog Pet Lodge, where I often independently cared for 60+ dogs at a time, monitored their behavior, kept them safe, and provided feedings, bathing, cleaning, enrichment, and daily care. I also worked as a Doggy Daycare Attendant and Shift Lead at Doggie Doo’s Spa & Retreat, where I helped oversee daily daycare operations, prepared meals, administered medications and insulin injections, monitored pets’ health and behavior, and helped with bathing, and general care. Most importantly, I truly love animals and treat every pet as if they were my own. I believe pets deserve patience, attention, affection, and lots of conversation! I talk to them, get to know their personalities, and make sure they feel safe, comfortable, loved, and cared for while their owners are away. My own Yorkie, Coco, is my world, and I would give every pet in my care that same love and attention.
Cat care experience
Jenna also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I care very deeply about all of the pets in my home, and I truly believe that every animal deserves to feel safe, loved, comfortable, and included. My Yorkie, Coco, is nine years old and takes medication in the morning and at bedtime. I also make sure her food is softened to a mushy, baby-food-like consistency so she can swallow it properly. Her birth mom, Chloe, also sleeps with us, and whenever Coco gets her morning medication, Chloe gets a little piece of a pill pocket too—just so she doesn’t feel left out! ❤️ In the morning, I also check on the two Dachshunds, who are both boys. I let them out of their kennel, pick up any poop, clean up any accidents, change their potty pads, make sure they have plenty of fresh water, and get them ready to come out and play. The two cats have their own set feeding schedule, with their food dispensing automatically at the appropriate times. My friend’s dogs also eat once a day at bedtime, while Coco eats breakfast and dinner. At 8:30 PM, Coco gets her bedtime snack along with her nighttime medication, and all of the dogs get a bedtime snack so everyone feels included. Around 10:00–10:30 PM, it’s bedtime for me, Coco, and Chloe, who both sleep with me. The pups also get a little midnight snack—just a couple of pieces of a pill pocket—and Coco gets another potty break outside. Throughout the day, she gets plenty of opportunities to go outside, while the other three dogs use potty pads indoors. The cats are wonderful about using their litter boxes, and of course, they get treats too—cat treats, not dog treats! 🐱❤️ I also love creating a calm and relaxing environment for the animals. We listen to instrumental lullabies in the morning to help everyone have a peaceful start to the day, and lullabies play throughout the night at bedtime. During the day, there is plenty of playtime, singing, dancing, cuddling, and of course, lots of talking! One of my favorite things is talking to the animals as if they can actually answer me. I’ll ask them if they remember where I put something, and for just a split second, I genuinely expect them to verbally answer me. Then we giggle about it! 😂🐾 That’s just who I am. I talk to the dogs and cats all day long like they’re little humans, and I love when they communicate with me in their own special ways. I’m also currently helping train my friend’s dogs, and they are doing really well! They have been learning commands such as sit and stay, and I even taught them how to dance for a treat. We’re also working on shaking paws and lying down. They’re learning slowly but surely, and I’m so proud of the progress they’re making! When your pets are in my care, I want them to feel like they are part of the family—not simply being watched, but genuinely loved, cared for, talked to, played with, and given plenty of attention throughout the day. 🐶🐱❤️
Ratings and reviews
Jenna is the animal lover of all animal lovers. She treats and loves her dog like her own child and could not be more attentive, kind, and patient. She has years of experience working in doggy daycares and caring for animals. If there is anyone I would trust with my beloved pets, it would definitely be her. She has great attention to detail, boundless empathy, and lots of positive energy to share with your furry companions.
Jenna is one of the most responsible pet owners and pet care workers I have ever met. I worked with her at a pet daycare and she kept fights at bay with kindness, attended as many pets as she could, give love and affection the whole time. It never mattered what was going in her personal life, she is a top notch caregiver and I would feel safe to leave my pets with her.
If you decide to hire this amazing woman you will be one of the few to experience her amazing ability to associate with animals. Even a gecko. lol. She was so passionate in her job at doggy daycare and was very hurt when she had to leave. Those dogs loved her. If I had to choose anyone in the world to watch my pets it would be her. Please consider her for a candidate to love these pets! Thank you
I highly recommend Jenna Ristamaki to anyone looking for someone dependable and caring to look after their animals. I have seen firsthand how loving, responsible, and attentive Jenna is when it comes to caring for pets. Jenna is an incredible dog mom and has a genuine love for animals. She is someone you can trust to be responsible, show up on time, and make sure every detail is taken care of. She is patient, attentive, and takes the time to make sure animals are comfortable, safe, and well cared for. I would feel completely confident trusting Jenna with my pets and in my home. She is reliable, trustworthy, and takes her responsibilities seriously. Her love for animals is easy to see, and I would gladly recommend her to anyone who wants the peace of mind of knowing their pets are in caring and capable hands.
I am happy to recommend Jenna Ristamaki as a trustworthy and dependable pet caregiver. Jenna is an amazing dog mom herself, and the love and care she has for animals truly shows in the way she treats every animal in her care. Jenna has taken care of all of my animals, including both my dogs and cats, and I have always felt completely comfortable trusting her with them. She is reliable, timely, responsible, and extremely attentive to detail. She makes sure each animal receives the individual care and attention they need and follows instructions carefully. It is clear that Jenna genuinely loves animals and takes their well-being seriously. I know I can depend on her to be patient, attentive, and caring while treating my pets as if they were her own. I would absolutely trust Jenna with my animals again and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible, loving, and trustworthy person to care for their pets.
I’ve known Jenna for years, she’s a caring and responsible dog owner. She loooves animals and has professional experience caring for them at boarding and daycare places.
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Schedule
I recently moved to Fort Myers, Florida, with just myself and my nine-year-old Yorkie, Coco. I am currently staying with a friend who actually owns Coco’s mom, Chloe, and she also has two Dachshunds and two cats of her own, so I’m surrounded by animals every day! I knew Rover would be an absolutely amazing fit for me because I have so much experience caring for dogs. I have worked at two separate doggy daycares, including experience as a shift lead, and I truly love spending time with animals and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I also have plenty of time to dedicate to helping pet owners care for their beloved pets, as pet sitting will be my primary job at this time. This gives me the flexibility to be there when families need me and to give each pet the individual attention, care, and companionship they deserve. I would love the opportunity to become someone you can trust and rely on to care for your furry family members just as I would care for my own. ❤️🐾
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsJenna can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
- Before caring for your pet, I like to know the important details about their routine and personality so I can make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and happy while you’re away. Please let me know about their feeding schedule and dietary needs, potty routine, medications or supplements, allergies, medical conditions, and any special care they require. I’d also like to know their normal sleeping habits, energy level, favorite toys and activities, and how they interact with other animals and people. It’s especially helpful to know about anything that makes your pet nervous, scared, or uncomfortable, as well as any behaviors or situations I should be aware of. If there are specific commands, routines, or rules you follow at home, I’m happy to continue them while your pet is in my care. I also appreciate having your veterinarian’s information and an emergency contact available, just in case something unexpected happens. Most importantly, you know your pet better than anyone, so I want you to feel completely comfortable telling me anything you think I should know. The more I understand about your pet, the better I can care for them and keep their routine as normal as possible while you’re away. 🐾❤️