Maureen H.
Oregon City, OR
Experienced dog and cat caregiver
Pet care experience
My first job at a young age was caring for pets around my neighborhood. I offered dog and cat sitting, dog bathing and walking. I grew up around veterinarians who always had different animals in their homes, from show dogs to fostering rescues to old cats who needed medical IV care. I lost my own rescue dog in July. I adopted him when he was 6 years old and he came with a lot of behavioral baggage. Through working with him, I'm very experienced at dealing with dogs with different emotional needs. Myles was (fear-based) dog aggressive and aggressive towards anything on wheels (bikes, skateboards, strollers), he came a long way from where we started 6 years ago and he taught me how to read dog body language and how to address situations where he wasn't comfortable. When I walk dogs it's important to me that they are comfortable and that we can deal with any issues they may have in positive way with positive reinforcement and treats if needed. I think it's important to let dogs sniff around on a walk (they take in the world through their nose, I don't think it's fair to deny them that). Let me know what your dog needs to make sure we have a safe, comfortable and engaging walk. When taking care of pets in the home comfort is also very important, especially if their owner is away for a period of time. I try to positively engage pets with play and love when they need it. I've surprised cat owners in befriending their shy cat while they were away. They didn't believe it when I said we'd be best friends, but I sent pictures of the two of us relaxing together a few days later. I've had my own dog and currently have a cat, so I'm very familiar with their care. I'm experienced at giving medication, including insulin shots and difficult pets who don't want to take their medicine. I'm also familiar with rabbit and reptile care if you have more than just cats or dogs in the house.
Reviews
Maureen takes care of furbabies like they are her own. Our sweet little Misiek isn't exactly a people person, but she was almost instantly taken with Maureen and her soothing nature. Maureen sent my husband and I updates while we were visiting family out-of-state, including photos of her and Misiek playing. Not only did I feel such relief knowing Misiek was in good hands through these timely updates, but I knew Misiek had a new human friend she could trust. Thank you, Maureen!
About Maureen H.
Communication
Skills
Information Maureen H. would like to know about your pet
For walks it's very important for me to know if there will be any issues. If they don't like other dogs or don't like other people approaching them, maybe they don't like bikes. That way I can be prepared and look out for those situations.
A typical day
I love to take dogs on a Sniffari! Let them smell the world around them! Some people don't like it when their dogs take the time to sniff around on walks, but I think it's very important.
Services
Maureen can watch in your home
About Maureen H.
Communication
Skills
Information Maureen H. would like to know about your pet
For walks it's very important for me to know if there will be any issues. If they don't like other dogs or don't like other people approaching them, maybe they don't like bikes. That way I can be prepared and look out for those situations.
A typical day
I love to take dogs on a Sniffari! Let them smell the world around them! Some people don't like it when their dogs take the time to sniff around on walks, but I think it's very important.
Location
Oregon City, OR
Pets
Maureen H.
Oregon City, OR