Kerry M.
Purchase, NY
Services
Kerry can care for
Availability
Pet care fits naturally into the rhythm of my week. My mornings are consistently free, which works well for walks and drop-in visits, and I have flexibility on Wednesdays, Fridays, and weekends for longer stays or housesitting. On days when I'm teaching in the afternoons and evenings, I'm still available in the mornings — and I keep my schedule intentionally manageable so I'm never stretched too thin across clients. This isn't something I'm squeezing in around a packed schedule — it's something I've made genuine room for.
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About Kerry M.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I'm in your home for drop-in visits or housesitting, I treat it with the same care and attention I'd give my own. That means following your routines exactly as you've set them, keeping things tidy, and making sure your pets are comfortable and unstressed in their own environment. I take detailed notes at meet-and-greets so nothing gets missed while you're away. On walks, I keep dogs leashed and attentive to their individual energy and needs — a reactive dog gets a very different walk than a social butterfly, and I know the difference. I bring over thirty years of animal experience to reading body language and behavior, so I'm not caught off guard by much. My own home includes a ball python and two cats, so I'm well practiced in managing a multi-species household safely and calmly. I don't offer boarding, which means your dog's visit to my home would only ever be for a meet-and-greet in a low-key, relaxed setting. In any situation that feels off — health, behavior, anything — I err on the side of contacting you immediately and getting to a vet if needed. You'll never be left guessing.
Information Kerry M. would like to know about your pet
Let me know ahead of time if your pet has any special needs. I have experience working with dogs, cats, and other animals with special needs, and I'm happy to accommodate.
A typical day
When it comes to activities, I keep it matched to the dog. A leisurely neighborhood walk is perfect for some, while others need something more — I'm happy to jog with high-energy dogs who need to actually burn it off. I also enjoy working in training games and mental enrichment, which can be just as tiring as physical exercise for a smart, active dog.
Location
Purchase, NY
Pets
Pets & Plants: Full Ecosystem Care
Pet care experience
I bring attentive, knowledgeable care tailored to your specific creature and their specific personality. I've been pet parent to dogs of all sizes, from Chihuahuas to Great Danes to my current Sheepadoodle — there's no dog size or personality that's too much or too little, IMHO. And my experience extends well beyond dogs — cats, snakes, farm animals 🐐, and more. I also happen to share my home with a ball python named Fettuccine Alfredo 🐍, who is a distinguished, low-drama fellow. As a plant parent, I will watch after yours indoor jungles, outdoor gardens, that one fiddle leaf fig you're nervous about. If you need someone who will actually look at your monstera and not just splash water in its general direction, that's me. (My avocado tree, grown from a pit, is thriving. I'm not taking questions.) Housesitting, dog walking, drop-in visits, basic training — I've got you. And if you're going away and need the whole ecosystem looked after, pets, plants, and all, I'd love to meet you.
Cat care experience
Kerry also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Kerry took wonderful care of our senior dog, Reggie! He has special needs and requires medication, so leaving him is never easy. Kerry was so patient, kind, and attentive, and the updates gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. We are incredibly grateful for the excellent care Reggie received and would happily book with Kerry again. Highly recommend!
Kerry is a wonderful and responsible pet caregiver. He has his own adorable fur babies (doggie and cat), and my doggie loves him, and his entire family. Kerry is generous, intelligent, strong, and trustworthy. I highly recommend Kerry for care.
Kerry is a gem!! My senior dog needs lots of TLC and patience (he's lost most of his vision and hearing, has trouble with stairs and occasionally gets confused), so I was nervous about bringing in someone to walk him. Kerry immediately put my fears to rest -- asked all the right questions, was wonderful with my dog, and communicated well and often during the visit. I won't hesitate to have him visit again and am relieved I found him.
About Kerry M.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I'm in your home for drop-in visits or housesitting, I treat it with the same care and attention I'd give my own. That means following your routines exactly as you've set them, keeping things tidy, and making sure your pets are comfortable and unstressed in their own environment. I take detailed notes at meet-and-greets so nothing gets missed while you're away. On walks, I keep dogs leashed and attentive to their individual energy and needs — a reactive dog gets a very different walk than a social butterfly, and I know the difference. I bring over thirty years of animal experience to reading body language and behavior, so I'm not caught off guard by much. My own home includes a ball python and two cats, so I'm well practiced in managing a multi-species household safely and calmly. I don't offer boarding, which means your dog's visit to my home would only ever be for a meet-and-greet in a low-key, relaxed setting. In any situation that feels off — health, behavior, anything — I err on the side of contacting you immediately and getting to a vet if needed. You'll never be left guessing.
Information Kerry M. would like to know about your pet
Let me know ahead of time if your pet has any special needs. I have experience working with dogs, cats, and other animals with special needs, and I'm happy to accommodate.
A typical day
When it comes to activities, I keep it matched to the dog. A leisurely neighborhood walk is perfect for some, while others need something more — I'm happy to jog with high-energy dogs who need to actually burn it off. I also enjoy working in training games and mental enrichment, which can be just as tiring as physical exercise for a smart, active dog.
Kerry M.
Purchase, NY