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Leigh K.

Ridgefield, CT

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Services

Leigh can care for

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

Availability

I don’t currently work in an official capacity and don’t play any sports, so I’m free pretty much all the time aside from my volunteer work. I’m going to college in September, so I’m not available for long term arrangements that go past summer.

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About Leigh K.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours

Dog skills

3 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I’m used to animals with a wide range of play styles. I have a dog that loves to play fetch and go for swims, and I live near a large trail system, so I’m most familiar with those forms of enrichment. I have a minivan and can drive dogs to dog parks, trails, and fields.

Information Leigh K. would like to know about your pet

It’s helpful for me to know about any health conditions ahead of time, as well as the animal’s general temperament. I’ve handled dogs with various levels of reactivity to different stimuli, but it’s helpful to know in advance.

A typical day

I’ve gotten very good at fetch thanks to my lab, and good at tug of war thanks to the shelter puppies. I can play with pets, as well as walk them to their satisfaction.

Location

Ridgefield, CT

Leigh K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

New Animal Sitter/Walker

Pet care experience

For the past three years, I’ve volunteered at a local animal shelter with my mother. I completed my senior internship there and now volunteer on my own. In my time at the shelter, I’ve gained lots of dog walking experience, especially with young puppies. I’m familiar with shelter training techniques and with cleaning and sanitation. I have two dogs of my own, one of which is a difficult walker. I know how most types of dog harnesses work. My internship involved spending time in the cat room, during which time I worked with cats of all temperaments.

Cat care experience

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Cat Companion Candidate

Leigh also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

About Leigh K.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours

Dog skills

3 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

I’m used to animals with a wide range of play styles. I have a dog that loves to play fetch and go for swims, and I live near a large trail system, so I’m most familiar with those forms of enrichment. I have a minivan and can drive dogs to dog parks, trails, and fields.

Information Leigh K. would like to know about your pet

It’s helpful for me to know about any health conditions ahead of time, as well as the animal’s general temperament. I’ve handled dogs with various levels of reactivity to different stimuli, but it’s helpful to know in advance.

A typical day

I’ve gotten very good at fetch thanks to my lab, and good at tug of war thanks to the shelter puppies. I can play with pets, as well as walk them to their satisfaction.

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Leigh K.

Ridgefield, CT