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Cal M.

Kew Gardens, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•7 reviews
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Empathetic, energetic, and reliable

Pet care experience

Ever since I was little, I have always loved engaging with and learning about non-human animals, and have taken care of a fish and guinea pig in my own home. I ran a dog-walking circle from the ages of 10-15--which consisted of dogs from 5 different families around the neighborhood that I lived in--and then proceeded to dog walk again during the summer and fall of 2018. I have also taken care of varying friends' and neighbors' hamsters and cats from the ages of 10-now. This consists of feeding, playing with, walking, cleaning the litter boxes, cages, and picking up poop during walks. I especially love to adventure and hike in the woods and mountains, and would love to bring your canine family members! Since being in college, I have pet sat and cared overnight for people's animal companions in my home, and done check-ins and visits for cats, hamsters, rabbits, and dogs when their humans are away. I also live with an animal companion myself, his name is Kevin and he is a 1 year-old Flemish Giant rabbit. While I have not had any professional training, I have a good amount of experience working with dogs, cats, hamsters, and rabbits--but I also would always love to learn more and seek further training if need be! I will be there for your animal companion regardless of rain, snow, storms, sleet, or heat!

Reviews

Dog Walking • Nov 29, 2023

Cal M. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Holly M.
Dog Walking • Sep 24, 2023
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Cal is an awesome walker! They have been walking my pup Remy over the past few weeks, and I have rarely encountered such a compassionate and empathetic walker who sincerely loves spending time with my dog. Cal is in tune with Remy's behaviors and quirks, and does they're best to engage with my dog in a way that keeps him on track. Happy to provide the highest rating to Cal!

Paige B.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 12, 2022
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Cal is the best! They kept us informed and up to date our whole trip and sent great pictures and videos of our cat.

Ariel S.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 03, 2022
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Cal has cared for my dog several times! They are so great!

About Cal M.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While I cannot house companions in the home I am living at right now, I will follow all safety precautions at clients’ homes to ensure that your furry companions are safe at all times through providing them with my undivided attention.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Cal M. would like to know about your pet

Your dog’s temperament, if they do well with other dogs, cats, children. Also whether they have any health conditions which need to be tended to. I firmly believe it is important for the dog to meet me when their parents are around before we formally work together so that they can establish a secure sense of familiarity moving forward.

A typical day

It feels important to note that I have recently begun transitioning, my birth name is in some of the reviews, but I now go by Cal. I love to play games, is is a blast getting to know my dog friends and what toys engage them. We also go on plenty of walks, seeking out trails when accessible, and going to new spaces of the dogs are not too overwhelmed by doing so.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Cal can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Cal can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I currently have a flexible schedule anytime beyond 10:15 am, and would be happy to work around your four-pawed companions needs! I am happy to walk in any weather.

About Cal M.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While I cannot house companions in the home I am living at right now, I will follow all safety precautions at clients’ homes to ensure that your furry companions are safe at all times through providing them with my undivided attention.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Cal M. would like to know about your pet

Your dog’s temperament, if they do well with other dogs, cats, children. Also whether they have any health conditions which need to be tended to. I firmly believe it is important for the dog to meet me when their parents are around before we formally work together so that they can establish a secure sense of familiarity moving forward.

A typical day

It feels important to note that I have recently begun transitioning, my birth name is in some of the reviews, but I now go by Cal. I love to play games, is is a blast getting to know my dog friends and what toys engage them. We also go on plenty of walks, seeking out trails when accessible, and going to new spaces of the dogs are not too overwhelmed by doing so.

Location

Kew Gardens, NY

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Cal M.

Kew Gardens, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•7 reviews