Marissa L.
Blacksburg, VA
Experienced care, flexible schedule
Pet care experience
With over 20 years caring for pets and 1 year employed by a Doggy Daycare/Boarding, I have the experience to provide the best care for your treasured pup! I have devoted my entire life to working with animals of all kinds, both in professional and personal settings. In addition to taking care of my family's dogs, I have been house- and pet-sitting other people's cats and dogs for 10 years. Working with such a wide variety of pets has allowed me to learn strategies for caring for a wide range of pet personalities-outgoing or shy, I can care for them all! From my time as a Dog Daycare Assistant I have experience administering many different types of medications, including subcutaneous shots, pills, and ointments. I am also Pet First Aid and CPR certified through the Pet Professional Guild. I am currently a graduate student at Virginia Tech and have a fairly flexible schedule, making multiple check-ins during the day no problem. With my flexible schedule and reliable access to a vehicle at all times, I will be able to give them the absolute best care possible. With my experience and love of animals, I hope to make both you and your pet feel as comfortable as possible while you are away.
Reviews
Marissa is a terrific pet sitter!
Marissa is the greatest pet sitter! We're so grateful for her loving care of our cat!!!
The Best Petsitter!!!!
Marissa is wonderful. Our kitty loves her and so do we. She is conscientious and reliable. We highly recommend her.
About Marissa L.
Communication
Skills
Information Marissa L. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know as much as you are comfortable telling me - anything that you are willing to share and think will make your dog's experience with me better. I especially want to know how they interact with other animals (especially other dogs) and how they feel about unknown humans approaching them. This will just make it easier for me to adjust my behavior on walks to allow them to have a good time no matter their preferences. I would also like a fairly detailed description of their food schedule and a list of medications taken, as well as any tricks to giving the medication. This description can be in the form of a face-to-face meeting or written instructions, I'm fairly flexible on that front. I have no breed preferences, I love all types of dogs. In my opinion there are no bad dogs, but I am aware every individual dog has their quirks and would like to know those before I take care of them.
A typical day
I am a very outdoorsy person so for dogs that are able, I would love to take them on short hikes around the area! I love playing with toys and will toss a ball around for hours (no matter how slobbery it gets!) I am open to doing whatever activities your dog loves most (even if that's just a good nap).
Services
Marissa can watch in your home
About Marissa L.
Communication
Skills
Information Marissa L. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know as much as you are comfortable telling me - anything that you are willing to share and think will make your dog's experience with me better. I especially want to know how they interact with other animals (especially other dogs) and how they feel about unknown humans approaching them. This will just make it easier for me to adjust my behavior on walks to allow them to have a good time no matter their preferences. I would also like a fairly detailed description of their food schedule and a list of medications taken, as well as any tricks to giving the medication. This description can be in the form of a face-to-face meeting or written instructions, I'm fairly flexible on that front. I have no breed preferences, I love all types of dogs. In my opinion there are no bad dogs, but I am aware every individual dog has their quirks and would like to know those before I take care of them.
A typical day
I am a very outdoorsy person so for dogs that are able, I would love to take them on short hikes around the area! I love playing with toys and will toss a ball around for hours (no matter how slobbery it gets!) I am open to doing whatever activities your dog loves most (even if that's just a good nap).
Location
Blacksburg, VA
Marissa L.
Blacksburg, VA