Leslie M.
Leslie M.
Contact for Boarding
from $75 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Warm, intuitive, and fun pet sitter
I am a self-described "childless cat lady" who is an equal opportunity lover of animals. I specialize in caring for senior dogs and cats of all ages. I currently have 3 senior pets (one dog and two cats) and I am an approved foster for Old Dogs New Digs, an organization that focuses on finding homes for senior pets in need. I have extensive experience caring for pets with special needs. My previous cat, Clark, was with me from kittenhood until he passed at 16 from cancer. During this final few years, I administered twice daily thyroid medication, kidney supplements, prescription diets and managed his arthritis. I also manage all of these same issues with my current pets. Because of this experience, I have attuned my intuition and understanding of the subtle ways pets communicate with us to express their needs. I know how stressful it can be to leave a pet with specific medical needs in somebody else's care and I am committed to providing that ease of mind for others with special-needs pets.
Cat care experience
Leslie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Great with all varieties of cat personalities and I'm so grateful for the great communication along with that care! ❤️ Thank you!!
Leslie is my cat’s favorite human. What more do I need to say?
Always grateful to have Leslie take care of my furbabies! They remember and greet her too, enthusiastically (as much as cats can, to their own degrees). She easily handles various pet personalities and their feed/med details. She is on my short "go-to" list for caregivers when I happen to get myself out. :) Fanastic communication and I completely trust her with my cats and my home. Thank you so very very much!
Leslie was enthusiastic, kind, and so thorough with our dog! We needed a last-minute booking and she was amazing! Highly recommend
Leslie is so great with our old man kitty!
Leslie was everything that I could’ve hoped for in a pet sitter. My people shy kitty was very comfortable around her and so was I. I now feel like I don’t have to worry and wonder if friends can help me out when I travel. I can’t believe how easy this was and now I wonder what took me so long.
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Schedule
I work full-time from home, so I am available for pets who need extra potty breaks, specific medication needs, or may have trouble being alone for long periods of time. I do go into an office once a week, but I am rarely away for more than 6 hours. We can discuss any specific care needs your pet has and make arrangements for that time. At lunch and in the evenings, we spend time on walks or hanging out in the yard. Nighttime is for couch snuggles on my big sectional! Please note: for all housesits, I bring my dog Luke with me for the entirety of the stay as I am his only caretaker. He is very laid back, likes other dogs, and has no potty issues. I will also keep him off your furniture and vacuum at the end of my stay. However, keep in mind that he is not hypoallergenic. Luke does not come with me for drop-ins or dog walks.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a two-story condo with my friendly, laid-back dog, Luke, and two friendly, dog-savvy cats. We have access to a large, shared yard on a quiet cove. While the yard is not fenced, it is set back and abuts trails. There's a great spot for swimming nearby if your dog likes the water! I do have stairs, so please let me know if your dog has mobility needs and we can work together on a solution. I utilize many rugs for my own dog to be senior-friendly. Your dog is welcome to sleep in bed with me, or on their own bed or in a crate. My experience fostering has taught me a lot about what dogs need when they are in a new environment. Special care will be given to make sure they are as happy as possible while you are away.
Pets
A typical day
My day with your dog will be driven by their own unique personality and preferences. I love to take my own dog to some of the many nearby trails and beaches to interact with a new environment and cool off in the summer. Will your dog spend a full afternoon retrieving a ball? I'll warm up my arm. I also have a variety of puzzle games and toys to stay busy on rainy days. When they are tuckered out, I'm always available for a snuggle on the couch.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeLeslie can host up to 1 pet per night
- Let me know of any special needs, preferences or medications in advance. It's important for me to know what makes your dog comfortable and what might trigger them. Having enough information helps set us up for success! For boarding, all dogs must be friendly around other dogs and cats and be housebroken. I bring my dog, Luke, with me on housesits (not drop-ins). He loves other dogs but is good at respecting space. His main hobby is napping.