Jessica M.
Bend, OR
Your dog's new hiking partner!
Pet care experience
Hey there, I'm Jess, animal-lover extraordinaire. I have a lifetime of experience caring for animals ranging from ferrets to donkeys to Australian dingoes. I’ve been house/pet-sitting since I was a kid, and spent my high school years rehabilitating rescued horses and walking my neighbor's dogs. These days I’m studying public health, guiding climbing at Smith (although our season is ending) and have a sturdy old Subaru perfect for muddy dogs after some river play. I have experience with big, sometimes aggressive dogs as well and know some great spots just outside of town where I rarely see another dog-walker. Besides a couple hours a week in class, I have open availability and way too much energy for my lazy dog alone. I am already house-sitting over Thanksgiving, but I’m available for walks and visits with your pets during the day. I love all animals; pet rats, snakes, tarantulas, birds, pigs, whatever. All the best, Jess
Reviews
Jess is so awesome, she's basically a member of our family. On top of taking incredible care of our sweet Kahlua (who is a GIANT 2 year old hound mix), she has given us bunches of invaluable training tips and watched our house when we've traveled.
Jess took great care of both my dog and kitten. I wasn’t complete comfortable with leaving my kitten for 10 days but Jess made it easy. She’s responsible and caring and my dog loved her. When we got home after our trip, the pets were happy and our place was well taken care of. I’ll definitely be calling her again.
About Jessica M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can’t care for pets in my home but I’m an expert sitter and walker, and love hanging out with new animals. I pride myself on being able to tire any dog out at the end of our excursions.
Information Jessica M. would like to know about your pet
No breed preferences, but I would like to know their history with small children, bicycles (some dogs are terrified of them) cats, and other dogs.
A typical day
Hiking, swimming, snagging samples at farmers' markets, frisbee, and long walks around the woods. My dog loves the river and exploring trails around town, as well as chasing me around on my mountain bike. We’re also big on snuggling.
Services
Jessica can watch in your home
Availability
I can walk dogs between my coursework at COCC and have pretty open availability for the next few months at least. I’m often at Good Dog or Holinshead with my own pup, and like long walks around town or the woods regardless of getting paid for it.
About Jessica M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can’t care for pets in my home but I’m an expert sitter and walker, and love hanging out with new animals. I pride myself on being able to tire any dog out at the end of our excursions.
Information Jessica M. would like to know about your pet
No breed preferences, but I would like to know their history with small children, bicycles (some dogs are terrified of them) cats, and other dogs.
A typical day
Hiking, swimming, snagging samples at farmers' markets, frisbee, and long walks around the woods. My dog loves the river and exploring trails around town, as well as chasing me around on my mountain bike. We’re also big on snuggling.
Location
Bend, OR
Pets
Jessica M.
Bend, OR