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Kelsey C.

University City, MO

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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Dog lover with extensive training!

Pet care experience

I've had dogs of all sizes growing up, from smaller terrier mixes with high anxiety to large happy-go-lucky labs! I recently moved to the area and previously volunteered with the shelter in my old city for two years. While at the shelter I dog sat for many other volunteers, including the director of our shelter who had multiple dogs with behavioral considerations. Through my work with that shelter I've gone through a lot of behavioral training and am comfortable with dogs who have a range of considerations. I had my own chocolate lab who had high anxiety, resource guarding, and a bite record before he crossed the rainbow bridge. When watching dogs I like to learn what kinds of triggers they may have and am very comfortable with making those kinds of accomodations to make sure they're as comfortable as possible. I can also work with puppies on basic training if requested.

Reviews

Lindsey G.
House Sitting • Oct 01, 2022
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Kelsey watched our 2 dogs for a week at our house and she sent us tons of updates and pictures and took such great care of our dogs. Our house was so clean and Kelsey was very sweet and professional. Highly recommend!!!

Laura G.
House Sitting • Jul 22, 2022
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Sent us pictures daily. Stayed at our house so it seemed much less stressful for our dog, sunny. She was willing to even come back and take Sunny out again if something happened with our flights. Overall, great experience.

Sam S.
Jul 12, 2022

Kelsey is an absolutely outstanding pet sitter with a ton of experience with animals. She has watched my dog Earl several times while I've been away on trips and has such an amazing attention to detail, is incredibly loving with my pup, and sends very cute and informative updates while I'm away. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and fun pet sitter.

PEGGY C.
Jul 07, 2022

Kelsey truly might love dogs more than humans! She has cared for our dogs several times and they could not have had better care. When she watched our dogs I felt like they were her top priority. She followed our instructions completely and I felt like she wasn't rushing in and out but spending quality time with them. She has dog behavioral training and I often message her for tips on any dog issue I might have. She has volunteered at a rescue center in the past and helped many dogs adjust to separation issues. If we had not relocated she would be the only person I would trust with our dogs.

About Kelsey C.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

In a client's home I abide by whatever boundaries they've put into place. With my own dogs in the past, I've had them sleep in crates, sleep in the bed, and normally allow them onto furniture. I want to ensure that I keep the dog's normal routine intact while you're away.

Information Kelsey C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know your dog's normal daily routine, as well as any behavioral considerations they may have (triggers, resource guarding, reactivity, etc.). I also like to know if there are any things I should look out for on walks as well as any medication/other special considerations they may have.

A typical day

I want to create an environment as close to the dog's normal routine as possible, while also making sure the dog is relaxed and having a good time even though their person/people are away. I love to take dogs on walks (or runs if that's something they're into), play games, and just make sure they're feeling loved and getting lots of attention!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$75per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk

Kelsey can watch in your home

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

Availability

I'm a professor at a local university so my schedule, especially during the summer, is fairly flexible. During the semester I have my courses I teach and various meetings, but depending on the location can be quite flexible to fit the needs of your animals.

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Not available
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Calendar last updated a year ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Kelsey C.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

In a client's home I abide by whatever boundaries they've put into place. With my own dogs in the past, I've had them sleep in crates, sleep in the bed, and normally allow them onto furniture. I want to ensure that I keep the dog's normal routine intact while you're away.

Information Kelsey C. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know your dog's normal daily routine, as well as any behavioral considerations they may have (triggers, resource guarding, reactivity, etc.). I also like to know if there are any things I should look out for on walks as well as any medication/other special considerations they may have.

A typical day

I want to create an environment as close to the dog's normal routine as possible, while also making sure the dog is relaxed and having a good time even though their person/people are away. I love to take dogs on walks (or runs if that's something they're into), play games, and just make sure they're feeling loved and getting lots of attention!

Location

University City, MO

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Kelsey C.

University City, MO

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews