Natalie B.
Natalie B.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Animal Welfare Professional
Cross-trained caregiver with direct experience in many capacities. Aside from Rover, I have an extensive background in the field of animal welfare, including training in Veterinary services & behavior modification+rehabilitation. Due to previous employment as an Animal Technician & Veterinary Assistant in the shelter & rescue setting, I also gained skills in specialty handling methods for animals from all types of backgrounds. Thus far the animals that I have worked with include dogs, cats, critters (specialize in rabbit care), reptiles, chickens, ducks, horses, wildlife, and so on. Whether you require detail-oriented attention for dietary & medical needs or have a high energy pup, I am open to the job! **Currently I am pursuing the GoodPup Behavior Training Certification to supplement my Rover profile. Check back soon for this service option!
Cat care experience
Natalie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Caregiving will be provided in the owner's home. I am COVID vaccinated if that is of concern. My own animals stay with family so my attention is undivided for your companion. I send daily updates, plenty of photos, and my focus is that the pet feels stress-free by applying the 5 Freedoms Rule for animal wellness. I make sure to offer fresh water throughout the day, as well as plenty of socializing & outdoor time, weather permitting. Dog walking note: In the event of high heat+humidity or low temps+windchill - this may require walks to be reduced or cancelled for the day and replaced with additional yard time+enrichment or play activities inside. When I leave them alone, I like to put on music or TV and offer enrichment solutions if available. I take the nature of this work seriously (this is not just a "hobby") and recognize how much you are entrusting the sitter when you leave them at home with your loved ones. Thanks for giving my profile a glance and I hope to hear from you! ~Graduated ASPCA & Animal Humane Society certified workshops and welfare conferences ~Trained in AAHA fear-free handling protocols ~Trained in formal fitting & application of the Gentle Leader, Martingale Collar, and Easy Walk Harness ~Trained in proper animal transport protocols ~ASPCA certified behavior training, including canine+feline habitat management
Ratings and reviews
Pictures enough to know she took the time to connect with the cats and make sure they were happy and healthy!
Natalie took great care once again of Brownie and Adora!
As always, Natalie is a rockstar dog sitter! Our little Gracie adores her. We feel so relaxed knowing she is in good care.
I can always count on Natalie for being reliable, and so wonderful with my pup!
Natalie was fantastic with our dog, Macie! Our dog had a little GI upset on the first day, and Natalie kept us updated at each visit and how she was ensuring Macie had no other issues. It was reassuring to know Macie was getting such great attention. When we came home, Macie was her usual sweet self and acting as if we were never gone (which is exactly what I hoped for). Thank you, Natalie!!
Fantastic. Smooth to deal with even when things aren’t perfect. Sophie loves her and she soothes my fiancés nervousness about the cat
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Schedule
Outside of Rover, I am a part-time college student. Classes are online or hybrid. Should you have a need for an extended daycare visit, please ask about rate details. If you have a large number of pets, pricing can be revisited. Regarding overnights - I keep a time log of when they were last out, fed, medicated, etc.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.