McHale F.
McHale F.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $13 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Calm with anxious/reactive dogs
I've had pets since I was born, there has almost always been at least one cat and dog in the house, and taking care of them became my job as soon as I was old enough to do chores. I've been pet sitting professionally since I was 12. I have a family I work with consistently, staying at their house for weeks at a time to care for their two dogs (one young, one senior), bearded dragons, and fish of all sizes. I've also volunteered at farms working with all kinds of animals. I have real experience with high-anxiety and reactive dogs. I lived with two rescued Rhodesian Ridgeback mixes who were majorly reactive and anxious from their previous situation. Since they loved running in the heat, I'd bike alongside one of them on-leash for miles so he could burn off all his energy.
Cat care experience
McHale also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
Since I only care for pets in their own home, I focus on keeping their routine as consistent as possible, sticking to their usual feeding schedule, walk times, and any specific instructions from their owner. I always make sure doors and gates are securely closed before and after walks, keep an eye out for hazards around the house, and never leave a pet unsupervised in a way that could put them at risk. For anxious or reactive dogs, I move slowly, read their body language, and give them space to adjust to me being there. I treat every home with the same care and respect I'd want for my own.
Ratings and reviews
McHale's multiple pets are always taken care of amazingly. Not to mention how well trained her dog is and how sweet all the animals are. She truly is an exceptional pet owner.
I've trusted McHale with my pets more than once, and she always goes above and beyond. The attention to detail is the best. Feeding schedules, medication, favorite walking routes are all taken into account. And my pets are always relaxed and happy when I get back. Communication is great too; I got photos and updates throughout the stay, so I never had to worry. If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about animals and treats them like their own, McHale is the person to book
McHale would be an absolutely amazing candidate for this position. After meeting her in a different work environment it was easy to see she is very responsible, hard working, and reliable at all times. She was an amazing employee and I had her watch my dogs a few times and she did amazing at that as well. I have four dogs so I knew it would be a lot to handle but there wasn’t a single snag. All dogs were happy and loved her and none had any accidents whatsoever. I would highly recommend McHale for any job, but I know she could excel at being a pet giver!
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Schedule
I'm a college student with in-person classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, which leaves the rest of the week open for pet care. I can offer morning, afternoon, and evening visits on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and I'm also available for longer stays when needed.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsMcHale can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- Please let me know about any special needs, behaviors, or triggers I should be aware of, like anxiety, reactivity, or medical needs. I don't have breed or size preferences. I'm happy to care for any dog.