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Loretta G.

Visitacion Valley, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•175 reviews
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I love all types of pets!

Pet care experience

My current living arrangements don't allow me to board pets, but I am available to spend quality time with any pet in your home, day or night. I have over twenty-eight years of experience pet- and house-sitting for friends and relatives, and have yet to encounter a situation I couldn't handle. I've never met a pet I couldn't love (though it's likely to be from a discreet distance if it’s something venomous, unless it's very tame). Over the years, I've cared for a variety of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and even spiders. My prices are negotiable, dependent on the amount of time required and the duties expected. I'm available for overnight stays anywhere in San Francisco, and the Northern portions of San Mateo and Alameda Counties. Drop-in visits are generally limited to San Francisco & the adjoining communities. I'm sorry, I am not available for any services in Marin County, as I don't currently own a car and public transportation to that locale can be problematic. I am happy to text or email photos to you during my stay. I'm certified in Pet First Aid and CPR by the San Francisco SPCA. Why I love pet sitting I've always loved animals. I've nearly always had at least one cat in my home and when I was a child, I had a dog of my own. At various times, I’ve also had reptiles and rodents, and participated in the care & spoiling of my friends' and relatives' pets. My experience administering medication: I’ve had considerable experience administering a variety of medical treatments, including subcutaneous hydration. I have also had a good deal of experience caring for older pets and those with special needs. Assisting them with mobility limitations and dealing with continence issues are not a problem, though in severe cases I may charge a bit more.

Reviews

Kathryn R.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 05, 2023
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Loretta was very communicative with keeping me update on how my two kitties were doing while I was out of town. Based on the pics I think one of them may have started loving her too. I would highly recommend her.

Evan C.
House Sitting • Aug 27, 2023
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Loretta is awesome! We were anxious using Rover for the first time and having someone stay in our apartment, but she was just amazing. Lots of update photos, the house was looked after, and most importantly - two happy pups.

Allison B.
House Sitting • May 08, 2023
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Loretta was amazing! She was a great communicator and took very good care of our fur-babies and house! Definitely recommend

Diane S.
House Sitting • Apr 18, 2023
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Loretta took wonderful care of Asher and Grace! She was very attentive to their care routine and gave me updates every day on how they were doing. They seemed very happy to be in Loretta’s company!

About Loretta G.

Communication

94 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Please note that I will not allow a dog in my care to be off-leash outside of the home except in an enclosed yard or dog park. Likewise, I prefer to sit indoor-only cats, though I would be happy to feed any feral cats you may be hosting in your yard, etc. I also do not generally allow animals to eat "people food," though I will make exceptions upon request. I do understand that some clients have special treats that their pets become accustomed to, and I wouldn't want them to feel deprived.

Information Loretta G. would like to know about your pet

I have no prejudice toward any animal on the basis of its breed, or even its species. I've met many lovable pit bulls and reptiles along the way. I do ask that you be completely honest with me about any issues your pet has, and unless it's a last-minute emergency booking, I would like to meet you and your pets to get acquainted prior to caring for them. The more I know about your pet, the better care I can provide.

A typical day

The time I'll spend with your pet will depend on your pet's needs and your wishes. Extra house-sitting services I’ll be happy to collect your mail & newspapers, water your plants, and put out the refuse bins. I'm not averse to a bit of light housekeeping or waiting on deliveries, either.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$59per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$28per visit

Loretta can watch in your home

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

Availability

If I'm providing house-sitting services, I can generally give them as much attention as required. My other job is primarily online, and the hours are very flexible. Care visits are 30 minutes long. After attending to the pet's food, water, etc., I spend the remainder of the time petting, playing, or just spending time with them. The same idea applies to care visits for dogs, cats, or any other social animal. If you feel your pet would benefit from a full hour or more of attention, the fee for each additional half-hour is only $5 (up to 3 hours; beyond that, I charge my overnight fee of $50).

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Calendar last updated 2 months ago
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About Loretta G.

Communication

94 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Please note that I will not allow a dog in my care to be off-leash outside of the home except in an enclosed yard or dog park. Likewise, I prefer to sit indoor-only cats, though I would be happy to feed any feral cats you may be hosting in your yard, etc. I also do not generally allow animals to eat "people food," though I will make exceptions upon request. I do understand that some clients have special treats that their pets become accustomed to, and I wouldn't want them to feel deprived.

Information Loretta G. would like to know about your pet

I have no prejudice toward any animal on the basis of its breed, or even its species. I've met many lovable pit bulls and reptiles along the way. I do ask that you be completely honest with me about any issues your pet has, and unless it's a last-minute emergency booking, I would like to meet you and your pets to get acquainted prior to caring for them. The more I know about your pet, the better care I can provide.

A typical day

The time I'll spend with your pet will depend on your pet's needs and your wishes. Extra house-sitting services I’ll be happy to collect your mail & newspapers, water your plants, and put out the refuse bins. I'm not averse to a bit of light housekeeping or waiting on deliveries, either.

Location

San francisco, CA

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Loretta G.

Visitacion Valley, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•175 reviews