Olivia R.
Chelmsford, MA
Services
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Olivia can care for
Availability
I am currently a full-time student at UNH, but home for the summers! I am available most days of the week, but do work part time at an ice cream stand, and in the past I adjust my hours around my clients needs (to the best of my ability).
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About Olivia R.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
When visiting a client's home, I always make sure to check with the client on where keys are kept, which doors are to be used/locked and the typical routine. I try to maintain a calm environment as to reduce the stress of the animal, by using a calm tone and keeping an eye on body language to maintain boundaries. I have my own car which expands the area in which I can take the dog for walks, while also allowing me to transport the animal in case of emergency. This past summer I enjoyed taking one of my clients to different walking trails and dog friendly locations throughout my area. At my own house, I utilize crates and baby gates to provide safe, calm, separate spaces for rest while also allowing the opportunity for play.
Information Olivia R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your pet has any quirks like dog reactivity, anxious tendencies, sensitive spots. It is also helpful to know about their training level, like whether or not they have a good recall, can be left alone, or need more frequent potty breaks than the average dog! Last thing, let me know their favorite treats and high value rewards! A prepared person makes for a happy dog :)
A typical day
I love taking dogs for long walks on trails, whether it's in the woods or a paved trail (Like the Rail Trail), as well as car rides. I also would frequent dog parks to play ball or frisbee (if there is a good recall) otherwise I focus on playing at the home or in the house. Additionally, I have access to a few kinds of feeding puzzles/games, experience training dogs, and tons of toys, so mental enrichment is a definite thing I can provide!
Location
Chelmsford, MA
Pets
Passionate Experienced Sitter
Pet care experience
Hi! I am a Biomedical Sciences Pre-Vet Major at UNH, and have had animals my entire life. I have experience handling dogs of all ages (newborn to senior) which includes obedience training, grooming and raising. I've been the main caretaker of my dogs since I was 10 years old. I have experience pet sitting client dogs, cats, horses, goats and pigs, although I am new to Rover! Previously, I get clients through word of mouth and Facebook. I have 3 dogs, and have raised 3 litters of puppies! I have worked closely with a dog trainer/walker and have helped out before when her clients were in need of a sitter. Fostering dogs was also a big part of my life growing up, I helped home 14 dogs throughout my adolescence! There was a time where I even helped rehabilitate a baby bird! I have spent over 70 hours shadowing and interning at Bulger Veterinary Hospital in Lawrence (MA), getting practice handling and inspecting dogs and cats.
Cat care experience
Olivia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Olivia’s love for animals both big and small is evident throughout every interaction. Animals have been part of her life since being born! She takes care of all of our pets: dogs, puppies, reptiles, and fish! She has fostered puppies and adult dogs for five years. She managed the mom and puppies for two different litters and even had the puppies litter box trained by the time they left for their forever homes. She gives baths, trims nails, faces, and sanitary areas. She has taught basic commands by pairing verbal and hand cues (doggy sign language)! She has even worked with horses and barn animals. Olivia is reliable, honest, and extremely hard working. She always goes above and beyond to ensure her clients (human & nonhuman) are happy.
About Olivia R.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
When visiting a client's home, I always make sure to check with the client on where keys are kept, which doors are to be used/locked and the typical routine. I try to maintain a calm environment as to reduce the stress of the animal, by using a calm tone and keeping an eye on body language to maintain boundaries. I have my own car which expands the area in which I can take the dog for walks, while also allowing me to transport the animal in case of emergency. This past summer I enjoyed taking one of my clients to different walking trails and dog friendly locations throughout my area. At my own house, I utilize crates and baby gates to provide safe, calm, separate spaces for rest while also allowing the opportunity for play.
Information Olivia R. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your pet has any quirks like dog reactivity, anxious tendencies, sensitive spots. It is also helpful to know about their training level, like whether or not they have a good recall, can be left alone, or need more frequent potty breaks than the average dog! Last thing, let me know their favorite treats and high value rewards! A prepared person makes for a happy dog :)
A typical day
I love taking dogs for long walks on trails, whether it's in the woods or a paved trail (Like the Rail Trail), as well as car rides. I also would frequent dog parks to play ball or frisbee (if there is a good recall) otherwise I focus on playing at the home or in the house. Additionally, I have access to a few kinds of feeding puzzles/games, experience training dogs, and tons of toys, so mental enrichment is a definite thing I can provide!
Olivia R.
Chelmsford, MA