Hey y'all! My name is Madelyne, but feel free to call me Maddie for short! I've grown up with dogs and cats all of my life and I've always been known as the animal whisperer among friends and family. I know this is due to the patience I have when meeting a new cat or dog. I do this by letting them approach me, so I can make them feel welcome and at ease around me. There is not a single cat or dog breed out there I don't love so all furbabies are welcome and will be well-taken care of! Some notable skills about me include my attention to detail, thorough following of instructions, clear and open communication with clients, and charisma with people and their pets! In response to Covid-19 please note I am an avid mask wearer inside and outside of environments that aren't my own home, maintain social distancing guidelines when needed, and wash my hands often. I'm currently mom to a 15 lb cat named Boomer! When it comes to dog walks, I'm happy to do something as simple as a potty walk to a multi-mile walk that provides your dog with some daily exercise. My overnight stay and dog sitting experiences date back to my early teen years growing up in Alton, Illinois and living in Columbia, Missouri during my college years. Ive administered injections and pills for dogs and cats who need to take medications. As a sitter, I'm happy to play with your dog or car using their toys, feed them, make sure they are let out every few hours (as spaced out as one to two hours, and up to four hours in between potty breaks) or just simply sit and pet them to ease their stress or anxiety! Outside of dog-walking and pet-sitting, I am a remote worker & writer who is passionate about science, healthcare and sustainability. Should you have any further questions about me or my skills, please do not hesitate to ask!