Jennie M.
Jennie M.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $22 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Happy pets, happy humans. 🐾
I’ve always loved animals. Growing up, my family had a mini menagerie—dogs, cats, chickens, goats, and even a cow. I spent my childhood swapping horse care for riding lessons, fostering a deep connection with animals of all kinds. Every day, I dedicate my time to making pets feel loved, safe, and cared for. From volunteering at the Oregon Humane Society as a pet photographer to fostering kittens, my life has been a continuous adventure in caring for animals. Over the years, I’ve shared my home with several cats—Petey, Beamer, Gus Gus, and Olliver—each with their own unique personality and quirks. I also raised two wonderful dogs, Ikaika and Astrid, sharing countless hikes, park adventures, and cozy nights at home. Ikaika was a playful and spirited dog who brought immense joy to my life before his battle with cancer ended too soon at the age of seven. Losing him taught me to cherish every moment with our pets. Most recently, I said goodbye to Astrid, my senior dog, after 16 wonderful years of companionship. While losing her was incredibly difficult, honoring her memory has inspired me to enrich the lives of other people’s furry companions. Raising both Ikaika and Astrid—from playful pups to wise seniors—taught me the unique joys and challenges of every life stage. I decided to turn my lifelong love for animals into a mission: helping pet parents feel at ease when they can’t be there. I’ve built strong skills in training young pets, caring for senior animals, and administering medications when needed. Whether it’s socializing a shy kitten, wrangling an energetic puppy, or ensuring an older dog feels comfortable, I bring patience, understanding, and experience to every interaction. My goal is simple: to make sure every pet I care for feels at home and loved, while giving their humans peace of mind. Reach out, and let’s talk about how I can support you and your furry family!
Cat care experience
Jennie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Drop-ins and pet sitting in your home: I treat every client's home with the utmost respect and care, ensuring a safe and stress-free experience for their pet. I do this by: • Following your instructions regarding feeding, medication, and exercise routines. • Ensuring all gates and doors are securely closed to prevent escapes. • Being attentive to the pet's body language and behavior to identify any signs of stress or discomfort. • Providing regular updates and photos so you can see how your pet is doing. Walking your dog: Safety is my number one concern during dog walks. Having had a very sensitive and reactive dog, I’m aware of the environment and take necessary precautions such as: • Understanding your pet’s behavior with other animals and people. • Avoiding close interactions with unknown dogs. • Following the leash law.
Ratings and reviews
She's great!
Jennis is very patient with my high energy puppy, all 70 plus pounds of her! Jennis did great!
Jennie Mason is a compassionate, educated and fun pet care provider. She pays close attention to physical and emotional needs of the animals she interacts with. We have spent many hours hiking with dogs together and the animals always have a satiated tail-wagging time. Jennie is also known to have a hosted and cared for litters of kittens while they awaited their new homes.
I first met Jennie when we worked together at Banfield Pet Hospital over 17 years ago. She is extremely thoughtful, empathetic, knowledgable, and I trust her 100% with any of my pets. She truly understands that our pets should be treated with the same level of kindness and care that we extend to our human family members. Jennie is also a very trustworthy and respectful person who takes pride in everything she does, and truly enjoys helping others. The extensive care and support she gave her own dog Astrid (who lived a healthy life until almost age 17!) is a testament to her true dedication as a pet caregiver. I never hesitate to recommend Jennie to my friends and family as a caregiver for their pets as well. You won't find a more dedicated and conscientious person when it comes to taking care of your fur babies.
Jennifer lived in Oregon with her dog why fostering cats that were waiting for a home. She moved to Virginia recently and lost her dog of 17 years. She is excellent with exercise and companionship.
I've had the pleasure of knowing Jennie for over 20 years, and in all that time, she has been nothing short of a lifesaver for me and my beloved cats. Her kindness, reliability, and genuine love for animals have made every pet-sitting experience a positive one. Not only does she make sure my cats are well-fed, comfortable, and entertained, but they also go the extra mile to provide companionship, making sure they feel safe and loved while I'm away. I can always count on Jennie to send updates and photos, which really puts my mind at ease. Over the years, it’s become clear that Jennie has a true gift for caring for animals, and I am incredibly grateful to have her in my life. I would trust her with my pets any time, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and dependable pet sitter.
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Schedule
AVAILABLE (open schedule): Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday are open schedule 10am-6pm NOT AVAILABLE (days and times, usually twice a week): Monday, Wednesday afternoons between 3PM-6PM Friday mornings between 9AM-12noon