Maren Y.
Maren Y.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Hold my coffee while I pet this dog
What sets me apart from other pet sitters is my experience with training and being around horses. While I’ve always been around and lived with many cats and dogs growing up, but my experience with horses gives me a deeper understanding of animal behavior and patience. When I started riding and caring for horses at a young age, I was immediately humbled by the power, connection, confidence and skill it takes to train with such a large and intelligent animal. Caring for horses can be extremely hard work. Whether it is negative 12 degrees out or a blazing 103, horses require great care and attention that cannot be ignored or rushed through in order for them to stay happy and healthy. My dedication to the hard work (even in miserable conditions) it takes to care for large animals also resembles my dedication to take care of household pets. Whether they be 1200 lbs or 11, I will always take great pride in ensuring they are well taken care of, loved, happy, and healthy.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced in back yard which is perfect the occasional bathroom break, but I am passionate about the importance of taking dogs on walks to allow them to smell and experience new things a few times a day. We have access to trails in our back yard and a dog park nearby. I am very flexible day to day, so I can accommodate for as much or little exercise as your dog (or cat) needs. We currently have a cat with us, and while she is very shy, she will likely come out from hiding and be very curious about your pet after some time. She is sweet and has never gotten in a fight with another animal. She will likely just keep her distance. We allow pets on our couch (we bought a couch that has removable cushion covers for this reason) and I won’t say no if they ask to sleep on the bed ;). I’d be very excited to give your pet a fun, happy, safe space where you can enjoy your time away resting assured that your pet is well loved and cared for.
Ratings and reviews
Took care of all of Violet’s needs!
Maren went above and beyond! One of our dogs was ill and there was quite a bit of clean up required. Maren pulled up her sleeves and took care of it all. We so appreciate it. She even took Ridley on a jog with her--he seemed to really like it! We will be calling Maren to house sit for our next trip--absolutely!
Maren went above and beyond to take care of our 4 year old golden retriever. During a recent power outage, she willingly agreed for Ranger to come to her house a day early which was a huge relief. She took him for daily runs and brought him to her family’s home for Christmas Eve and Day ensuring he was surrounded by family. She shares daily updates with pictures and was very responsive. Ranger was very happy when we returned!
Maren was excellent! She took wonderful care of our dog and kept us updated with photos and messages throughout the stay. We came home to a happy, relaxed pup and could tell he was well loved and cared for. Highly recommend Maren — we’ll definitely be booking with her again!
Maren was wonderful! After 12 days of being gone our 2 pups were happy and relaxed. She is very communicative, always providing updates with photos! and asking good questions. She also took out trash and picked up mail and cleaned linens. Above & beyond! We will certainly use her again!
Maren was a terrific pet sitter in our home! She jumped in for a last minute trip for us. Professional, great with our dog and two kitties. She truly went above and beyond! We look forward to having her back in the future :)
Calendar and availability
Schedule
I work from home currently, so I am always available for frequent bathroom breaks, belly scratches, play time, and attention. I need that break from my screen too! I am very active (I am a triathlete) with access to trails in the back of my house! So likely I may bring your (active and healthy dog) on a 20 or 30 minute jog if you say that is okay, before dropping them back off at home and heading out for the remainder of my run. Don’t worry, I’ll also walk very slowly and be very patient with your old or small/ not so active pup as well. Whatever they may need, I can accommodate my very flexible schedule to that.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsMaren can host up to 3 walks per day
- Ahead of care, I would prefer to know about any behavior things they may struggle with or quirks they may have. Will they get into trash or chew up shoes ect.? Are they scared of men or people with hats on? If they do a certain behavior, does that mean something? Are they escape artists? Scared of lightening/fireworks? They will be in a new environment and likely a little nervous or scared so I would love to know about all their behavioral quirks so that I can ensure they feel safe and relaxed.