Natalie T.
Natalie T.
Contact for Boarding
from $30 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Certified, caring pet sitter
About Me: - Lifelong animal lover, grew up surrounded by dogs, cats, birds, and sheep at my grandmother's house - Currently pursuing a Master's in Shelter Medicine, starting in 2027 - Animal care isn't a side interest, it's the direction my whole career is heading Hands-On Experience: - Foster newborn kittens through Austin Pets Alive! - Own and care for my Golden Retriever, Bruno and my two cats Sabrina & Sofia - Comfortable with daily routines, feeding, medication, and special handling needs Certifications: - Pet Tech CPR & First Aid Certified - Fear Free Shelters Certified (trained in low-stress animal handling) Volunteer Work: - Active volunteer with Austin Pets Alive! - Support their clinic, cat, and dog programs Why Pet Owners Can Trust Me: - Background in project management, dependable, organized, clear communicator - Treat every animal with the same patience and attention I'd want for my own - Calm, informed care backed by real certifications, not just enthusiasm
Cat care experience
Natalie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Natalie was great! She took my dog for an hour walk and she came back perfectly happy and tired. She was on time for the walk and gave me updates of when she was arriving to pick up my dog and when she was coming back to drop her off. Thank you Natalie!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
My schedule is flexible, with most of my availability on weekends and evenings, plus extra flexibility on Thursdays and Fridays when I work from home. That means I can offer longer visits, midday check-ins, or extra playtime on those days, not just a quick walk and out the door. I'm happy to work around your pet's routine rather than squeezing them into mine.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I live in an apartment with my own dog, who is super friendly and great with other dogs, plus two equally friendly cats. Your pet won't be alone, they'll have calm, social animal companions the whole time. I don't have a yard, so walks and nearby green space are how we get outside time in, and I'm always attentive to introductions so everyone feels comfortable.
Pets
A typical day
It really depends on what your pet enjoys and what you're comfortable with. For some dogs, that means walks around the neighborhood and relaxed playtime at home with my own pets. For others, it's a walk plus a trip to a nearby park or trail for more space to explore. I always tailor the day to your pet's energy level and your preferences, not a one-size-fits-all routine.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsNo females in heatTakes only 1 client at a timeNatalie can host up to 1 pet per night
- Please let me know about any anxiety, reactivity, or special handling your pet needs, I'm Fear Free Shelters certified, so I'm trained to keep nervous or stressed animals calm and comfortable. Also let me know how your pet does around other friendly dogs and cats, if staying at my house. Any dietary restrictions, medications, or routines you'd like followed are always welcome too.