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Mary N.

San Leandro, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews
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Lover of Small Dogs and Cats

Pet care experience

I had a cat for 15 1/2 years but have been working with walking and sitting dogs in the last 5 years. I have worked with special need dogs (blind and also handicapped) and older dogs also. I am very good however with small dogs. I treat them with tenderness, and loving care, making sure they get proper amount of food, play and rest. Having been a child who was quite small through out my elementary years, I understand being the smaller one in the litter (as the saying goes) and have a special bond with little dogs because of this.) I love the smaller dogs and the joy they bring to the world and to me. I love all breeds but love beagles, terriers and corgis the most. Hope to meet your dog soon. My walking method is to let the dog sniff out and walk the path but to guide and steer them from anything harmful or unsafe areas. I am experienced in walking on sidewalks, grass, and even dirt streets. I have also dealt with bigger dogs barking at smaller dogs and averting any troubles. It brings me great joy to be around Cats and Dogs and I bond with them rather quickly. I am here if you need someone to walk your dog for a day or stay and dog sit for a week or so. I will be receiving a certificate in First Aid/CPR training in the next week.

Reviews

Julia V.
House Sitting • Feb 01, 2020
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Mary was so sweet and took great care of my puppy Nancy! She was polite and friendly - playful and patient with Nancy - clearly has a deep love for dogs. Will request her services again! Thanks Mary!

Kaity O.
Jan 16, 2020

Mary watched my cats for over a week and did a wonderful job. One of our cats has very special needs, lots of medication and even needing liquid syringe feedings regularly. She was able to handle all of it and I could see how much she loved the animals. Thanks Mary!

Christina L.
Jan 16, 2020

Mary is super loving , caring and compassionate pet sitter. I have two cats and one large dog which she has cared for on many occasions. She is very active and engaged with my pets and i appreciate that since they are my babies. I highly recommend Mary as a pet sitter. She will show your fur babies lots of love amd care for sure!!

Hans L.
Jan 16, 2020

Mary took care of my dogs for 4 days, watched them day and night,fed & walked them. Highly recommend her with your pups. She stayed at my home and followed all of my recommendations. Could not have asked for more and would do it again if I had to.

About Mary N.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I currently do not have a pet in my home but when I am at a clients home I treat their cat or dog with love, respect, guidance, and warmth. I approach pets for the first time slowly to give them a chance to sniff me or rub noses with me/check me out. Once I get to know the pet then I engage in play, cuddling and assuring talk.

Information Mary N. would like to know about your pet

I would want to know if the dog has any special needs, what time they like to sleep. I love all small dogs but especially Beagles, Jack Russel Terriers.

A typical day

I like going to dog parks and playing but I also taking walks on streets with grass and allowing them to sniff and explore it ( with me being in control of the leash but we will let them think they are in charge :) I like to play catch, and throw a Frisbee around if there is space for it.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$94per night
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Mary can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I am currently not a pet owner (hope to be one when I move into a bigger space). I work in the daytime part time as a nanny so if I do house sitting I need to be with a pet that is ok to be without me in the daytime . Still would be able to walk, play, feed your pet in mornings, and evenings. I would spend that time making sure your pet is cared for and loved

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 6 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Mary N.

Communication

66% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

7 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I currently do not have a pet in my home but when I am at a clients home I treat their cat or dog with love, respect, guidance, and warmth. I approach pets for the first time slowly to give them a chance to sniff me or rub noses with me/check me out. Once I get to know the pet then I engage in play, cuddling and assuring talk.

Information Mary N. would like to know about your pet

I would want to know if the dog has any special needs, what time they like to sleep. I love all small dogs but especially Beagles, Jack Russel Terriers.

A typical day

I like going to dog parks and playing but I also taking walks on streets with grass and allowing them to sniff and explore it ( with me being in control of the leash but we will let them think they are in charge :) I like to play catch, and throw a Frisbee around if there is space for it.

Location

San Leandro, CA

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Mary N.

San Leandro, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•5 reviews