Jillian A.
Madison, WI
Walking and Working from Home!
Pet care experience
I've had Golden Retrievers my entire life and currently have a young Golden Retriever/Irish Setter mix. I previously worked at a doggy day care during my summers and worked with dogs of all sizes! I frequently dog-sat for neighbors and family friends. I have experience managing diets for healthy weights and some grooming for furry friends who require daily brushing. I'm also comfortable working with various tools including ecollars, gentle leaders, and prongs- whatever works for your dog works for me! If you're working with your dog on a specific skill (recall, heel, engagement, tricks, etc.) please let me know and I'm happy to incorporate this into my visit with your dog. I am punctual and great at finding new routes for my frequent walks. I've never met a dog I didn't like, and would love to meet yours!
Reviews
Jillian was great! She asked good questions, thought ahead, gave me daily updates. The dogs loved her! They were very happy and content when we came home. I'll definitely use her again!
Jillian loves dogs and they love her! She has two Golden Retrievers of her own and when not working, you'd likely find her walking them, taking them to the dog park, or lounging on the couch with her two 80-pound "lap dogs"! Jillian has experience working with dogs in a doggy day care center and understands how important individualized feeding, grooming, and excercise is for your pet.
About Jillian A.
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
As a pet parent myself, I'm committed to safety. This means constant supervision and ensuring your dog is leashed before we walk out the door. I'm a big believer in long lines and back-ups. I always carry a slip lead with me in case of a collar failure. I always walk with a fanny pack of treats and goodies (with your permission) to keep everyone feeling positive and motivated!
Information Jillian A. would like to know about your pet
I am comfortable why shy dogs but would like to know ahead of time. I'd also like to be alerted to any dog, people, or food aggression/reactivity. If your dog has any other behavioral quirk I'd like to be alerted in advance so I can make your dog as comfortable as possible.
A typical day
Neighborhood walks are always a blast! I love to explore and find the best sniff spots. I also love playing fetch either with a ball or stick. Hoyt Park is one of my favorites for a shady nature walk.
Services
Jillian can watch in your home
Availability
I'm currently working from home and have the flexibility to adjust my hours as needed. I'm also available to hang out with your pup and my laptop if they just need a tv-watching buddy during the week!
About Jillian A.
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
As a pet parent myself, I'm committed to safety. This means constant supervision and ensuring your dog is leashed before we walk out the door. I'm a big believer in long lines and back-ups. I always carry a slip lead with me in case of a collar failure. I always walk with a fanny pack of treats and goodies (with your permission) to keep everyone feeling positive and motivated!
Information Jillian A. would like to know about your pet
I am comfortable why shy dogs but would like to know ahead of time. I'd also like to be alerted to any dog, people, or food aggression/reactivity. If your dog has any other behavioral quirk I'd like to be alerted in advance so I can make your dog as comfortable as possible.
A typical day
Neighborhood walks are always a blast! I love to explore and find the best sniff spots. I also love playing fetch either with a ball or stick. Hoyt Park is one of my favorites for a shady nature walk.
Location
Madison, WI
Pets
Jillian A.
Madison, WI