Jennifer Z.
Jennifer Z.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced and Reliable Pet Sitter
I have been around dogs and cats my entire life, so caring for animals is second nature to me. Growing up, my responsibilities included daily walks, feeding, and litter box maintenance, giving me early experience in animal care. I've handled dogs of all sizes, including large breeds like Great Danes. While in college, I volunteered for four years at the local humane society, where I walked dogs and spent time socializing with cats, assisting with playtime, and helping with cleaning duties. Following that, I worked for a year with a local pet-sitting business, handling dog walking and daily visits for both dogs and cats. I also regularly pet sit for friends and family, so I’m very familiar with a wide range of pet personalities and needs. Since 2023, I’ve gained extensive hands-on experience through Rover, caring for pets with a wide variety of personalities, routines, and medical needs. I’ve worked with both dogs and cats of different ages, sizes, and temperaments. I always prioritize making pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. I’ve also gained experience administering pet medications and am comfortable giving insulin shots to dogs, using inhalers for cats, and managing both oral and liquid medications. My husband and mom also help me with pet sitting and animal care, so your pets may receive love and attention from our family. We work together to make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. Currently, we have an 18 year old senior cat, Princess, with kidney disease and GI issues, so I’m very experienced with caring for older pets, monitoring health concerns, handling special diets and medications, and managing unexpected messes or extra care needs. We recently lost our beloved cat Tony, who was a lively and affectionate companion, and caring for him through his senior years deepened my understanding of the patience, compassion, and attentiveness pets deserve as they age. My husband and I also had a Shar Pei/Pitbull mix named Athena, who passed away four years ago and is still deeply missed. Athena had a gentle and unique personality, and our bond taught me so much about the joy and responsibility of pet care. I approach every animal I care for as if they were my own, and I truly enjoy spending time with all the fur babies I meet.
Cat care experience
Jennifer also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
As a pet parent myself, I understand how stressful it can be to leave your furry family members behind when you travel. I aim to make this experience as easy and worry-free as possible. I treat every pet as if they were my own, making them my top priority. Each visit includes detailed updates and plenty of photos so you feel connected while you’re away. I ensure pets are well-fed, walked, and in a clean, safe environment. I promptly clean any messes and freshen up litter boxes during every visit, always making sure their food and water are replenished. I also dedicate time to giving them affection and engaging in playtime, ensuring they feel comfortable and loved. You can trust that your pets are in caring, attentive hands with me.
Ratings and reviews
Thanks again!
We never loose a night’s sleep knowing our little girl is in good hands, so grateful to know that each day she gets plenty love & playtime. Thank you
Jennifer is a very reliable pet sitter. She feeds, waters, and plays with our two cats. She also gives one of our cats both an inhaler medicine and oral medicine. She provides a report and photos of our cats while we are away through the Rover app which is a comfort.
Jennifer was fantastic with my little ones. She had great feedback and photos. Will ask her again for sure!
Consistent and reliable! Our absolute go to for the care of our dog when we are away.
Jennifer is always our first choice sitter for our senior dog! We come home to a happy pup every time.
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Schedule
Pet care fits well into my routine, even with my full-time job as a scientist. My flexible schedule allows me to do morning and evening visits, and my weekends are open for pet sitting. If a request doesn’t fit my personal schedule, my husband or mom can be available to help with the client’s permission, which allows us to offer more flexibility and availability.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbsJennifer can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
- It’s important for me to understand any medical issues your pet may have, along with specific instructions for managing these conditions. Additionally, I would like to know about any behavioral quirks or triggers your pet has, so I can ensure they are never placed in situations that could lead to stress or discomfort. I recognize that each pet is unique, and I will tailor my care to meet their individual needs.