Marcella T.
Kailua, HI
Experienced,loving&professional
Pet care experience
I have over 8 years of training and care giving experience in over 20 different species of animals ranging from livestock to dolphins. My life has always involved animals. Growing up we had at one point 20 pets (chickens to an iguana). I continued and expanded my animal experience when I decided to pursue a Bachelors degree in Animal Science from Texas A&M-Kingsville. Equipped with my formal education, I started a career at the Texas State Aquarium where I learned how to train an array of species using operant conditioning focusing on obtaining desired behaviors through positive reinforcement. When I left the aquarium I branched out to the veterinarian side of the industry. Finally, I made it back to training and decided to focus on dogs because they are such an integrated aspect of our day to day lives. Now, after a years of calling South Texas home, I was delivered to the island of Oahu. I currently work as a marine observer, taking my love for animals to the ocean. I collect data for conservation and mitigation. When I’m not out at sea, I want bring love and fun into your pets life. Being around God’s gentle creatures is truly where my heart sings!!! I understand that our pets are not just an animal that lives with us but they are family! Their well-being is a priority. Consistent exercise and compassionate caregiving will create a happy, healthy pet! LET ME ADD TO YOUR HOME-LIFE OF HAPPINESS! ❤️ I will assist you in caring for your pets from exercise to training (using positive reinforcement), grooming, and/or pet sitting!
Reviews
We booked her for 7 days!! She did an amazing job. Always updated us with pictures and let us know what was going on. Lucy came back to us happy! She drove Lucy to the beach, so we could have a beach day with our pup! I couldn’t have asked for a better place to board my puppy while we were on a family vacation.
Marcella is the best. She's very helpful when I couldn't pick Sun up on time. Sun seemed having a lot of funs with her. I will let my baby being with her next time if I go out of town.
This was my first time using Rover and Marcella made my experience wonderful. You can truly see the love she has for animals. Marcella would send my photos and videos of my dog Major daily and he was so happy which brought me great comfort. I highly recommend her. Thank you again for treating Major as one of your own fur babies. ??
Marcella is great and responsive! My dog is very selective and he's warmed up to her very well. This is a rebook and planning to rebook her in the future. Great energy and individual. Highly recommend.
About Marcella T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I consider caring for your pet a premium service and you both deserve premium actions. With this in mind, you and your pets comfort are number one priority. If you decide that a hike is something that is good, hiking we will go. But if your pet requires different, lower activity needs, a relaxing walk in the neighborhood is in call. I can also offer obedience training for you pet.
Home
Information Marcella T. would like to know about your pet
Dogs are all different, just like us!!! Age and socialization help shape behavior. Knowing if a dog is nervous or bold can be of great assistance. You know your dog best! I am happy to listen to anything you think is important to help creat a positive fun experience for them. And I have no breed preferences. I know there’s lovable qualities to every breed!
A typical day
There’s so many smells and stimulus all over the place... a walk around the neighborhood would a normal event but to change things up for you dog fun runs on the beach are always an option! Going to new places like on a dog friendly hiking trail or anywhere you suggest is never out of the question.
Services
Marcella can host
Marcella can watch in your home
Availability
I have a very unique and adventurous job that takes me off land for 14-28 days at a time. I’m a marine observer. But when I am in between voyages, I am completely free to live life anyway. I am able to accommodate nearly any schedule. My services are ideal for pet owners that need someone for a day or a few weeks at a time.
About Marcella T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I consider caring for your pet a premium service and you both deserve premium actions. With this in mind, you and your pets comfort are number one priority. If you decide that a hike is something that is good, hiking we will go. But if your pet requires different, lower activity needs, a relaxing walk in the neighborhood is in call. I can also offer obedience training for you pet.
Home
Information Marcella T. would like to know about your pet
Dogs are all different, just like us!!! Age and socialization help shape behavior. Knowing if a dog is nervous or bold can be of great assistance. You know your dog best! I am happy to listen to anything you think is important to help creat a positive fun experience for them. And I have no breed preferences. I know there’s lovable qualities to every breed!
A typical day
There’s so many smells and stimulus all over the place... a walk around the neighborhood would a normal event but to change things up for you dog fun runs on the beach are always an option! Going to new places like on a dog friendly hiking trail or anywhere you suggest is never out of the question.
Location
Kailua, HI
Pets
Marcella T.
Kailua, HI