Marilyn W.
Gainesville, FL
Lover of ALL animals!
Pet care experience
My name is Marilyn, and I'm a postdoctoral researcher at Baylor looking to spend some more time around animals. I've grown up with cats my entire life and have always really loved cats, dogs, rodents, reptiles, etc etc etc. I own two cats of my own (Rafa and Rumi) but I have spent a lot of my time watching my friends' dogs over the years. I also have experience taking care of baby animals. I'm personally interested in animal psychology and have studied books/techniques from Jackson Galaxy (for cats) and Cesar Millan (for dogs). As I often work from my home in Georgetown Texas, I am available to walk and do drop-ins for any pups staying home while their owners are at work. I'm also very flexible for doing overnight or day-long dog watching. I truly do love taking care of animals and believe that involves giving them the attention they need and allowing them to be active throughout the day. Please contact me to see if we'd be a good fit!
Reviews
We loved having Marilyn watch our dogs for us! Our home is a little crazy with 4 dogs running around, but Marilyn showed so much grace and love to them while we were away. We so deeply appreciate everything she did, and it allowed us the ability to go on our trip without worries about how our babies were doing. Thank you, Marilyn!
Marilyn is amazing! Most importantly, my dog loved her.
Marilyn followed all directions and took really good care of Otto. He was very happy in her care. Marilyn comes highly recommended and much appreciated. Awesome!
Marilyn did a great job taking care of everything and sent us some great photos while we were away. Couldn’t ask for any better!
About Marilyn W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have two cats that I walk outside on leashes every day (although I am aware that most cats don't like doing that). I have a very large dog park at my apartment complex that is available and live right next to a great trail. I am also a very active person and am very good at helping animals get their energy out however/wherever that is possible. I think it is really important for keeping our pets happy :)
Information Marilyn W. would like to know about your pet
No breed preferences :) but I would like to know if there are any dietary restrictions, allergies, physical limitations, medications, or any other health-related things that would help me improve my care. Also, I like to know about things the animal either is terrified of or loves - that way we can have fun and happy visits!
A typical day
I love the trails around Georgetown-- so any pups up for a run I would love to take to one of those. I also know of a few good dog parks.
Services
Marilyn can watch in your home
Availability
I work from home and have flexible work hours, so I am very available for drop-in visits or any other pet needs. I also enjoy getting outside during the day so dog walking is a nice break!
About Marilyn W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have two cats that I walk outside on leashes every day (although I am aware that most cats don't like doing that). I have a very large dog park at my apartment complex that is available and live right next to a great trail. I am also a very active person and am very good at helping animals get their energy out however/wherever that is possible. I think it is really important for keeping our pets happy :)
Information Marilyn W. would like to know about your pet
No breed preferences :) but I would like to know if there are any dietary restrictions, allergies, physical limitations, medications, or any other health-related things that would help me improve my care. Also, I like to know about things the animal either is terrified of or loves - that way we can have fun and happy visits!
A typical day
I love the trails around Georgetown-- so any pups up for a run I would love to take to one of those. I also know of a few good dog parks.
Location
Gainesville, FL
Pets
Marilyn W.
Gainesville, FL