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Jennifer S.

Round Rock, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•26 reviews
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Vet assistant / stay-at-home mom

Pet care experience

I was a veterinary assistant with Banfield Pet Hospital for 4 years until I became a stay-at-home mom to my 2 kiddos. I was a room nurse and a surgical technician assisting with anesthesia and dental cleanings. I learned to care for special needs dogs and cats, administer medications orally as well as by injection. I am able to pick up on subtle cues from a pet if they are feeling unwell. After leaving Banfield I worked in a private mobile veterinary business and I still work on Modays there. I really enjoyed my job and making sure that the animals I worked with felt safe and loved during their time with me since it was such a high stress environment. I am an athletic gal that enjoys getting out to go on walks or jogs with my kids and my own miniature poodle. My human kiddos are 7 and 4 now so they really enjoy playing with pups and cats, but they are very gentle. My poodle's name is Esperanza (Essie.) She's a spirited thing that loves to play but also loves to lounge on the sofa. I have previously been lucky to have shared my life with a pit bull, a border collie mix, and flat coated retriever mix, a boston terrier mix and a chihuahua - all of which were couch and bed dwellers. I'm very much pro-furniture with all my fur kiddos and fur visitors as I feel like they should be treated as family. I previously mentioned that I am a stay-at-home Mom, so I do offer an extended amount of nurturing and attention as well as offering flexible walking schedules. I have experience in small mammal care as well. I am most comfortable with guinea pigs, ferrets, and rabbits.

Reviews

Peter W.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 29, 2021
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Jennifer is an awesome pet sitter, in every way. Very responsible, courteous, and detail-oriented about the pet care. Sorry this is a bit belated, but many thanks.

Megan M.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 10, 2021
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Jennifer is fantastic, could not have asked for a better p

Chris M.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 18, 2021
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Jennifer was amazing with our cat! He is kinda shy so it was such a relief he warmed up to Jennifer as she went out of her way to pet and play with him. We are so impressed with her drop in visits. Highly recommend her!

Katia K.
Dog Boarding • Jun 15, 2021
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Jennifer is a caring and thoughtful sitter! My recently diagnosed CKD kitty was in good hands for more than a week, and Jennifer would problem solve all my cat’s little quirks and needs and keep me in the loop. Perfect for any special needs cats! Thank you so much, and I would definitely book with her again:)

About Jennifer S.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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

I do respect the pet's space if we are just meeting or if they prefer to not be around many people. I will try to stay in view as often as they allow and give them the chance to engage if they like. I take things slow, and will make sure they feel comfortable with my presence.

Information Jennifer S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if there is a previous bite history, if they are friendly with children (as I may have my children with me,) and if they have any medical problems that I should be aware of before engaging in any physical activities. I do not have a breed preference as I love all breeds of dogs and cats. I do limit weight to 45 pounds while on a walk since I have my kids with me and want to be able to handle them without being distracted.

A typical day

If you have me scheduled for a walk I usually stick to what they are used to, so that there aren't surprises in their routine. If it's for an in-home visit, then I do play fetch and/or give lots of love and skritches if that's what they prefer to spend their time doing. I do a yard inspection each time I visit to make sure that the environment is safe for them to be out there.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$35per walk

Jennifer can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am available during most days of the week, except Monday, but my husband can help if I'm unavailable. I am unavailable during school drop off and pick up times but if your schedule is flexible on visit times, then I can make it work.

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Calendar last updated 6 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Jennifer S.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

12 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

I do respect the pet's space if we are just meeting or if they prefer to not be around many people. I will try to stay in view as often as they allow and give them the chance to engage if they like. I take things slow, and will make sure they feel comfortable with my presence.

Information Jennifer S. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if there is a previous bite history, if they are friendly with children (as I may have my children with me,) and if they have any medical problems that I should be aware of before engaging in any physical activities. I do not have a breed preference as I love all breeds of dogs and cats. I do limit weight to 45 pounds while on a walk since I have my kids with me and want to be able to handle them without being distracted.

A typical day

If you have me scheduled for a walk I usually stick to what they are used to, so that there aren't surprises in their routine. If it's for an in-home visit, then I do play fetch and/or give lots of love and skritches if that's what they prefer to spend their time doing. I do a yard inspection each time I visit to make sure that the environment is safe for them to be out there.

Location

Round Rock, TX

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Jennifer S.

Round Rock, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•26 reviews