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Julia D.

Business District, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Experienced Animal Trainer 🐾❤️

Pet care experience

Hello! I’m an animal trainer and I absolutely love what I do. I have ten years of professional experience, specializing in positive reinforcement training and behavior modification, as well as my Bachelors in psychology. I have trained a wide variety of animals, from dolphins and panthers to dogs and birds. I’ve been passionate about caring for animals since I was as a child and have turned that passion into my career. I have been house sitting for clients since 2012. Your animals are my number one priority and receive my full attention during these visits. I’m happy to walk multiple dogs at once, as well as take care of any other animals you might have. I have a lot of experience working with a high volume of animals, as well as ones with special needs. I was part of the medical team for three years at my previous animal training job, and I am very comfortable giving medications, including eye, ear, and oral meds. If it’s your first time booking on Rover, let me know and I can give you my promo code for $20 off!

Reviews

Nare S.
House Sitting • Dec 16, 2019
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Julia did an amazing job watching my 3 dogs during a wedding event my house. My dogs can be obnoxious at times with their barking & I was surprised at how quiet they remained the entire time. She really knows how to interact with dogs & make sure they stay occupied. Would definitely use her in the future! Big Thanks.

Christine K.
House Sitting • Sep 22, 2019
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Julia did an amazing job with my pets, as usual. This was the first time I was away for an extended period, and she sent me many updates throughout the stay. I came home to find my pets happy and healthy.

Corey C.
House Sitting • Sep 02, 2019
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Julia is simply amazing! Her care for our furbabies was exceptional and we cannot wait to have her back during our next trip away from home.

Malena P.
House Sitting • Aug 12, 2019
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I could not be more happy with Julia's home sitting and dog sitting service. She was amazing!!!! Not only did she take great care of the house, but she left it impeccably clean. She also sent me updates and photos of my dog and took such good care of him. She walked him daily and played with him. She loved on him as if he were her own. She made this experience so wonderful. I highly recommend her, she is five stars!!!!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

About Julia D.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your animals as I would treat my own, with love, kindness and respect. 😊 I have never lost any animals for any period of time and am very confident in my ability to keep your pets safe. I’m also able to notice changes in behavior or temperament very quickly, which allows me catch any possible issues or changes in health or behavior readily. While emergencies are never something to hope or plan for, if they do happen, I’m able to quickly take control of the situation and remain calm. My extensive animal care experience has given me the background and confidence needed to provide the best care for any animal.

Information Julia D. would like to know about your pet

I honestly don’t subscribe to breed-ist stigmas. Every dog has the ability to be naughty or nice. I’d love to know your dog’s preferences, like if they tend to be fearful of anything or if they like to bark at dogs from across the street. These are things I can work on, or be better equipped to set your dog up for success and avoid any potentially negative situations.

A typical day

My goal is to make your animal as close to as comfortable and happy as they would be by your side. The first thing I do with any new animal is build a relationship with them and show them I am a safe space for them. Depending on the type of animal and the stay, I would be happy to stick as closely as I can to their usual schedule or usual places they like to go. I do enjoy being out and about in nature, especially with a furry friend by my side. I love finding local parks to explore, if your dog does too. I also love to work on training fun behaviors, even just cute little tricks like a high five or sit up. Animals love to learn and succeed, just like we do; it’s fun!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Julia can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I have a job currently where I work 10am-6pm Tuesday-Saturday. I can have full availability on Sundays and Mondays but will be working 10a-6p during my work week.

About Julia D.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I will treat your animals as I would treat my own, with love, kindness and respect. 😊 I have never lost any animals for any period of time and am very confident in my ability to keep your pets safe. I’m also able to notice changes in behavior or temperament very quickly, which allows me catch any possible issues or changes in health or behavior readily. While emergencies are never something to hope or plan for, if they do happen, I’m able to quickly take control of the situation and remain calm. My extensive animal care experience has given me the background and confidence needed to provide the best care for any animal.

Information Julia D. would like to know about your pet

I honestly don’t subscribe to breed-ist stigmas. Every dog has the ability to be naughty or nice. I’d love to know your dog’s preferences, like if they tend to be fearful of anything or if they like to bark at dogs from across the street. These are things I can work on, or be better equipped to set your dog up for success and avoid any potentially negative situations.

A typical day

My goal is to make your animal as close to as comfortable and happy as they would be by your side. The first thing I do with any new animal is build a relationship with them and show them I am a safe space for them. Depending on the type of animal and the stay, I would be happy to stick as closely as I can to their usual schedule or usual places they like to go. I do enjoy being out and about in nature, especially with a furry friend by my side. I love finding local parks to explore, if your dog does too. I also love to work on training fun behaviors, even just cute little tricks like a high five or sit up. Animals love to learn and succeed, just like we do; it’s fun!

Location

Irvine, CA

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Julia D.

Business District, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews