Marissa K.
Arvada, CO
Professional Animal Caretaker
Pet care experience
I am no longer offering services for dogs, I will only be offering services to cats and other small animals. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Animal Behavior and owned and operated my dog-walking/pet-sitting business for four years. While running my business, I shadowed a professional dog trainer and researched dog training and behavior. In the past, I worked at an animal shelter caring for unsocialized cats and fostering kittens. I utilize LIMA (least intrusive, minimally aversive) strategies when engaging with customers' pets. I will do my best to not cause extra stress to animals with my presence, I will give them their space until they choose to approach me.
Reviews
Amazing and above and beyond! Thank you for the excellent service!
Wonderful excellent service! You really care about my pets and I’m so grateful!
Marissa was wonderful with our cats. She was prepared, knowledgeable and kind. I would definitely hire her again.
Marissa went above and beyond ensuring our fur babies were well cared for! Our two kitties greeted us home with full bellies and big smiles! Thank you for your attention to detail and excellent service!
About Marissa K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My standard practice while pet sitting is first to gather information from the owners about any problematic behaviors. I use LIMA strategies to avoid these behaviors for the safety of myself and the pets, as well as the protection of property. I will do my best to match any routines the pets may have. I have experience with separation anxiety as well as ill animals and will be able to continue care in case of either situation. I will provide you with updates as requested or as I see necessary.
Information Marissa K. would like to know about your pet
Any illnesses? Eating habits? Pottying habits? Any separation anxiety behavior? Any favorite places to hide? Favorite toys/ways to play? Favorite ways to be pet? Nicknames?
A typical day
I will scoop litter, clean and refill water, refill food, provide wet food, provide medications, provide grooming, provide pets and snuggles, and provide play opportunities.
Services
Marissa can watch in your home
Availability
I work a full-time job Wed-Sun. I should always have time for a morning and/or evening visits. I needed to write 8 more words done.
About Marissa K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
My standard practice while pet sitting is first to gather information from the owners about any problematic behaviors. I use LIMA strategies to avoid these behaviors for the safety of myself and the pets, as well as the protection of property. I will do my best to match any routines the pets may have. I have experience with separation anxiety as well as ill animals and will be able to continue care in case of either situation. I will provide you with updates as requested or as I see necessary.
Information Marissa K. would like to know about your pet
Any illnesses? Eating habits? Pottying habits? Any separation anxiety behavior? Any favorite places to hide? Favorite toys/ways to play? Favorite ways to be pet? Nicknames?
A typical day
I will scoop litter, clean and refill water, refill food, provide wet food, provide medications, provide grooming, provide pets and snuggles, and provide play opportunities.
Location
Arvada, CO
Pets
Marissa K.
Arvada, CO