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Dot A.

McKinley Park, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•13 reviews
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Discounted rate for drop-ins!

Pet care experience

It takes a special kind of individual to care for a pet one doesn’t own. I grew up raising many animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and fish, and have been around a lot of interesting and sweet pet personalities throughout my life. I am familiar with many animal behaviors, and find it easy to accommodate their personalities. Professionally, I have been caring for animals for 7 years as a dog walker, and cat sitter. I have also spent my time volunteering at a few shelters. I am a trustworthy, and reliable caretaker with extensive experience caring for pets, and I believe that caring for pets is the most rewarding career I can ask for. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have! Thank you for your time and I hope to meet your pet very soon!

Reviews

Calley R.
Aug 15, 2019

One of the best cat sitters for our two cats we've ever used. Kelsey asked a ton of great questions during two house visits and was very proactive. She is easy to get in touch with and has always been available when we need her or to pick up keys. She promptly sends pictures and always communicates with us if she has any questions or call outs. We made a comment on one thing and her response was "How can I do better?" so she's very open and receptive to feedback. One time we saw a lost cat post on FB and Kelsey went back to double-check our boys were in the house on a day we didn't even book her. She clearly cares a lot for animals and is great at her job. Kelsey is our go to cat sitter!

Francesca B.
Aug 15, 2019

Kelsey is an amazing, reliable and trustworthy dog walker/pet sitter. She has been walking my corgi since he was a very young puppy and has used her expertise to help train him for me. She sends updates if our pup is acting off or if he accomplishes something new. She is also so flexible to work with being available at very short notice or sitting our dog and cat overnight! I feel so lucky to have her because she love my animals as much as I do. I highly recommend her services.

Tina R.
House Sitting • Apr 04, 2017
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Kelsey was very responsive, stayed at our place with Hannah, and checked in often. She is pretty knowledgeable about dogs and our neighborhood, which was perfect.

Arin S.
House Sitting • Nov 17, 2016
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Kelsey was very accommodating with my pups. She was available on very short notice and great with communication!

About Dot A.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

During our meet and greet, we can discuss all the ins and outs of your pets needs! Depending on the service, how I care for your pet in your home is variable. Dog walking includes 25 minutes outside, and 5 minutes inside for a little time to refresh their water, and playtime, or cuddle time, depending on what your dog is feeling! Cat visits inside, I tend to go by what one communicates during our meet and greet. Usually it will include cuddles, water refresh, and/or playtime. I will always take my shoes off, and double check to see if I locked your door correctly! : )

Information Dot A. would like to know about your pet

Before spending time with your pet, I would like to know of their general behavior around new people, new animals, any allergies or health concerns they may have, if they are friendly around other pets, any negative triggers, and what they spend most of their time doing on a typical day! I do not have any breed preferences, age, or size restrictions!

A typical day

I will give all the good pets, belly rubs, and be more than happy to receive some important face licks or purrs back : )

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$12per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$17per walk

Dot can watch in your home

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

Availability

My schedule is open right now, as a few of my clients have moved away. I am avaliable Monday-Saturday for walks after 12:30pm, and drop-in visits to hang with your pet anytime!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Dot A.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

During our meet and greet, we can discuss all the ins and outs of your pets needs! Depending on the service, how I care for your pet in your home is variable. Dog walking includes 25 minutes outside, and 5 minutes inside for a little time to refresh their water, and playtime, or cuddle time, depending on what your dog is feeling! Cat visits inside, I tend to go by what one communicates during our meet and greet. Usually it will include cuddles, water refresh, and/or playtime. I will always take my shoes off, and double check to see if I locked your door correctly! : )

Information Dot A. would like to know about your pet

Before spending time with your pet, I would like to know of their general behavior around new people, new animals, any allergies or health concerns they may have, if they are friendly around other pets, any negative triggers, and what they spend most of their time doing on a typical day! I do not have any breed preferences, age, or size restrictions!

A typical day

I will give all the good pets, belly rubs, and be more than happy to receive some important face licks or purrs back : )

Location

Chicago, IL

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Dot A.

McKinley Park, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
•13 reviews