Natalie M.
Milwaukee, WI
Social and Active, Loves Outdoors!
Pet care experience
Over the years, I've cat and dogsat anywhere from a week old litter of kittens to a 120 pound, giant, Labrador Retriever, and I've loved every second of it! I have enjoyed getting to know the unique personalities of each dog I meet (and other animals if you have them, I'm not partial, in fact I LOVE cats and even reptiles and rodents!). I volunteered at my local Humane Society for just over a year and that really helped me appreciate animals and it gave me a lot of experience caring for them and I gained so much knowledge about animal behavior and needs. This opportunity gave me the chance to work closely with even the most nervous of dogs, and I enjoyed having the chance to earn their trust and really establish a relationship with them before they found their forever homes. Unless I am traveling myself, I work and volunteer in the area, so my availability is pretty open. My other jobs would be shorter shifts so no more than 8 hours max would a dog be left home if I am staying at the residence. I really enjoy playing with dogs and getting their energy out in fun ways! I love going to dog parks with the dogs, if that's something they're used to. I am comfortable and experienced with dogs that have anxiety, nervousness, are elderly, or have other health issues. Any dog (or creature) is a dog (creature) I will love and cherish!
Reviews
Natalie was great! She was on time, communicative and intuitive with our boys. Loved getting photos while we were away. Would highly recommend!!
Natalie came and stayed with my dog Wrigley for a week and was absolutely fantastic! I am a dog trainer so have high expectations for who looks after my pup and Natalie went above and beyond. Walked in to a happy and healthy pupper tonight as well as a clean house. 15/10 would recommend booking with her!
Natalie was lovely. I would definitely use her again for our cats. Prompt and thoughtful communication. She was very easy to work with.
First time having a dog walker and Natalie was great. I would recommend her to anyone.
About Natalie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will always follow any rules or routines you have set in place in your home. If there is no schedule provided, I will definitely be sure to ask. As I would be unfamiliar with any new animal’s temperament, I always make sure to introduce myself slowly and always have the animal secured in a situation where an escape is possible (yes we know who you are, you little escape artists).
Information Natalie M. would like to know about your pet
I have no breed preferences, but I would like to know how a dog behaves socially before sitting him or her. I think it's important to know if they tend to be more nervous or apprehensive about males or females, and what sort of actions might intimidate them, so that I can make our meeting and sitting experience the most comfortable and least stressful it can be!
A typical day
I love taking dogs (and even my own cat sometimes) for walks around the neighborhood. If they’re well trained or have a fenced yard we’ll play tug, fetch, you name it!
Services
Natalie can watch in your home
Availability
I work part-time two days a week, so I generally schedule around those days or if it’s to be a longer stay, the longest they would be home alone could be 10 hours on those two days. Some animals I know tolerate that completely fine, whereas others are very scheduled and I’m completely transparent about my availability in that situation.
About Natalie M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I will always follow any rules or routines you have set in place in your home. If there is no schedule provided, I will definitely be sure to ask. As I would be unfamiliar with any new animal’s temperament, I always make sure to introduce myself slowly and always have the animal secured in a situation where an escape is possible (yes we know who you are, you little escape artists).
Information Natalie M. would like to know about your pet
I have no breed preferences, but I would like to know how a dog behaves socially before sitting him or her. I think it's important to know if they tend to be more nervous or apprehensive about males or females, and what sort of actions might intimidate them, so that I can make our meeting and sitting experience the most comfortable and least stressful it can be!
A typical day
I love taking dogs (and even my own cat sometimes) for walks around the neighborhood. If they’re well trained or have a fenced yard we’ll play tug, fetch, you name it!
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Pets
Natalie M.
Milwaukee, WI