Kathleen M.
Haddon Heights, NJ
Loves animals of all size & species
Pet care experience
I'm a Nurse looking to spend my spare time with more animals. I'm not squeamish and will tend to your pets special needs. I believe in building trust with animals. I do my best to respect animals, use positive reinforcement, a firm voice when needed, and to dish out a lot of love and patience. I've had experience pet sitting for friends and family. I've taken care of dogs, cats, ferrets, birds, guinea pigs, chickens, and bearded dragons. I've helped deliver litters of puppies and care for new pups too. I am willing to work with dogs on raw diets or who have particular dietary health needs. If you have an intact male or female no problem. I have experience with both belly bands and doggie diapers. I have experience with dogs of all ages, from newborn pups to geriatric dogs.
Reviews
Kathleen is an amazingly kind soul. I have known her for 3 years now & in that time, she has cared for my dog on several occasions. My dog has a seizure disorder & requires daily medicine, that I have trusted Kathleen to administer (which she has done on time & followed my every guideline) If you are looking for someone to care for your dog as if it was her own, search no further! Kathleen should be your #1 choice
Kate is amazing with all types of animals! She’s both trustworthy and reliable. She is flexible and great with communication. Kate is the kind of person you’d hire more than once!
Kathleen is the most caring person that I have have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She is very serious about helping people and animals. I have known her to take in wounded animals and nurse them back to health many times, some of those animals being bugs! She is very good with dogs especially, as she is lighthearted, gentle, and in control. I’m very excited to hear that she’s going to be taking care of dogs because she’ll be doing something that she’ll absolutely love and I know they’ll be in good hands ❤️
Kathleen did a wonderful job looking after my dog Luna recently. She was very attentive with her and gave me plenty of updates. Being away from my dog can be tough at times but Kathleen helped put me at ease knowing that my dog was in good hands.
About Kathleen M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I've lived over 30 years with dogs, cats, and fish. My family raised a German Short Haired Pointer and a Brittany. I take care of my parents laberdoodle Fozzie regularly. My dogs have passed, but I sit and have coffee with my cat Olive every morning. I'll treat your pets like they're my own.
Information Kathleen M. would like to know about your pet
I love all dogs, and enjoy learning to work with their different temperaments and personalities. Things I would like to know from the owner about the dogs: - Normal routine - Health needs/ concerns - Diet/ meal routine ( I will follow owners dietary specifications; i.e. raw diet, heating, adding water, defrost, can, dietary supplements, dry, mix ect.) - Standard/unique commands the dog knows (I like to positively reinforce good behaviors and build trust with dogs, and knowing what they know helps) - Any behaviors or commands you'd like me to reinforce (i.e. is the dog allowed on furniture? Do you have them sit before they come in the house?, ect.) - If you have an intact male/female (belly bands/diapers?; I have experience working with both) - If there are any behaviors or environmental factors that upset the dog - Favorite toy!
A typical day
Walks around the neighborhood and nearby parks. Safety first, so the dog stays on the leash when were out and about. Back at the dogs home yard I love to play fetch and give belly rubs. I also love giving dogs a relaxing brush.
Services
Kathleen can watch in your home
Availability
I am a nurse working 3 days per week 12 hour shifts. I enjoy spending my days off active and with animals of all types.
About Kathleen M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I've lived over 30 years with dogs, cats, and fish. My family raised a German Short Haired Pointer and a Brittany. I take care of my parents laberdoodle Fozzie regularly. My dogs have passed, but I sit and have coffee with my cat Olive every morning. I'll treat your pets like they're my own.
Information Kathleen M. would like to know about your pet
I love all dogs, and enjoy learning to work with their different temperaments and personalities. Things I would like to know from the owner about the dogs: - Normal routine - Health needs/ concerns - Diet/ meal routine ( I will follow owners dietary specifications; i.e. raw diet, heating, adding water, defrost, can, dietary supplements, dry, mix ect.) - Standard/unique commands the dog knows (I like to positively reinforce good behaviors and build trust with dogs, and knowing what they know helps) - Any behaviors or commands you'd like me to reinforce (i.e. is the dog allowed on furniture? Do you have them sit before they come in the house?, ect.) - If you have an intact male/female (belly bands/diapers?; I have experience working with both) - If there are any behaviors or environmental factors that upset the dog - Favorite toy!
A typical day
Walks around the neighborhood and nearby parks. Safety first, so the dog stays on the leash when were out and about. Back at the dogs home yard I love to play fetch and give belly rubs. I also love giving dogs a relaxing brush.
Location
Haddon Heights, NJ
Pets
Kathleen M.
Haddon Heights, NJ