Natalie G.
Natalie G.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Compassionate Care for All Pets
Hi there! I'm Natalie - a Bellingham based Western student who loves all things animals!! I've been working on Rover for over a year, and have taken care of animals for many years even before that. I've worked with all kinds of dogs: from Malinois to Chihuahuas, puppies to super seniors, and and everything in between. But don't forget cats, too! I have two sweet girl cats of my own, and I know just how important it is to make them feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you're away. Each animal has such a unique personality and needs to be cared for in a way that suits them best, and I love getting to know what makes each pet happiest! -Personalized routine: My approach is always tailored to each animal’s unique needs to ensure their safety and comfort. I always let them lead the interaction and let them communicate to me what they need out of our interaction. -Behavior understanding: From my years of experience with pets, I've gained a better understanding of how to respond effectively in a variety of situation situations, from anxious to energetic types. For example, I often use gentle distraction techniques, like redirecting with a favorite toy or offering assurance and pulling their attention, to help ease anxious dogs and keep their focus positive. -Communication and trust: I always prioritize maintaing trust with my clients and want them to understand how much it means to me that they have chosen to trust me with their pet. I always keep owners informed with regular updates and pictures to ensure they understand their pet is being well taken care of. Outside of pet care, you can probably find me in a ballet class, studying, at the rink working on my figure skating skills, or at work (at an animal hospital, of all places!!) :)
Cat care experience
Natalie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I’m vigilant on walks, keep a close eye on their environment, and ensure they’re always secure by double-checking gates/doors, maintaining proper leash technique, or monitoring the environment for possible interactions. I treat every pet as if they were my own and take every precaution to keep them safe and happy.
Ratings and reviews
This was the third time we have booked Natalie for a dog walk. She always does a great job. Communication is crystal clear and I appreciate the pictures, even if just for a quick stop in.
Always a great experience!
As always, Natalie is great with communication, always has the dogs out for our agreed upon time, and my dogs love her!
Natalie did a drop in visit for our two pups. She did a great job, as always. 😊
Natalie is great! My dog loves her, she’s an awesome communicator and always follows through.
Natalie was so conscious and skillful with both our cats. She was flexible, communicative and a sheer pleasure to work with.
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
I am open to both short and long term bookings, and have even been working with some owners for years. During the summertime I have lots of availability, and can often work in walks or visits on short-notice. Please let me know what you need and we can try and find a way to make it work!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsNatalie can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
- Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, medical conditions, or specific behaviors that would be important for my visit, such as if they pull on a leash, are reactive to certain triggers, or if they always have treats after a walk, for example. I would also love to know more about their daily routine and any favorite activities or toys, so that I can best take care of your pet and make sure they get the best care possible while you're away!!