Paula F.
Yucaipa, CA
Bkground Verified, Kind, Competent
Pet care experience
I HAVE A 2-NIGHT MINIMUM STAY POLICY, AND ALSO DO LONG-TERM STAYS I grew up with animals, and have owned dogs and cats pretty much my whole life. Unfortunately, I am unable to have any pets in my home because of where I live, but still I miss having them to cuddle and play with. I am retired, and able to stay with your pets pretty much 24/7. If I do leave your home, it is never for more than 2-3 hours at a time to grocery shop, have lunch, etc. There is nothing that I would like to do more than assist pet owners with their needs. All owners that I have pet sat for have given me a 5-star review, and many have requested me numerous times. I am proud of the fact that I have never failed to satisfy a pet owner in their expectations of me, and have been known to go above and beyond. I try not to leave my footprint on your home so that it will be as though you never left. Please note: I DON'T CHARGE FOR MEETUPS IN PET OWNER'S HOMES, BUT IF YOU ARE MORE THAN 10 MILES FROM MY HOME, I DO CHARGE A FLAT RATE OF $10 FOR GAS WHEN COMING BACK BY TO PICK UP KEYS OR GARAGE REMOTES AND GO OVER LAST-MINUTE INSTRUCTIONS A DAY OR TWO BEFORE THE JOB BEGINS. Due to knee problems, I prefer staying in one-story homes or two-story homes that have a guest bedroom downstairs. My rate for puppies is $65/night on non-holidays and $75/night on holidays 30-minute drop-ins are $25 and $15 for each successive visit in a 24-hour period 60-minute drop-ins are $40 and $20 for each successive visit in a 24-hour period Holiday drop-ins consist of two 30-minute drop-ins only. $45 for first visit and $25 for the second visit Tips are at your discretion, but always appreciated
Reviews
Paula was fantastic! We needed someone last minute and she came highly recommended. She responded very quickly to our request. She is very professional and thorough. She took great care of our home while we were away and kept us updated with pictures. Marley was sad to see her go. I highly recommend her!
Paula was amazing. We were out of state for a week and came home to perfection. The animals (2 dogs and a cat) were obviously well taken care of of as well as our house. She sent pictures everyday and gave us an update on the kids. We have a senior fog that is on medication and a pup.
Paula stayed with my cat Miles during the Christmas holiday, my cat was very Happy and my home was very clean when I got home. She also sent me daily pictures which I really appreciated. I would recommend her for your pet anytime!!
Wonderful! Great person and so very good with puppy.
About Paula F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am always there for them, and they all come to trust me. Many of the pet owners tell me that the animals I have pet sat look for me after I leave.
Information Paula F. would like to know about your pet
Please be upfront with me PRIOR to our meet up in your home in regard to how many animals you actually have that will need to be taken care of in your absence. The first pet will be at the rate of $60/night and $65/night for holidays. For puppies, the rate will be $10 higher. The rate for up to two additional pets PER NIGHT will be at $20 for cats per night and $25 for dogs per night for holiday nights. If you have more than three animals total, I can negotiate the pricing with you. 4 nights will be billed at the holiday rates ~ ex. Wednesday Night thru Sunday Morning, Thursday Night thru Monday Morning, Friday Night thru Tuesday morning (All other nights will be billed at the non-holiday rates) 30-minute drop ins $25 per drop-in / $15 for each successive visit no extra charges for additional animals 60-minute drop ins $40 per drop-in / $20 for each successive visit no extra charges for additional animals AGGRESSIVE DOGS If your dog has ever bitten someone or attacked another animal or person, that would be considered an aggressive dog. Three animals are my typical maximum, but it really depends on the meet up in your home as to the number of animals I would be willing to sit with. All dogs MUST be housetrained. I take dogs outside very often throughout the day. I don't mind 'occasionally' having to clean up an inside mess however. Small to medium in size (no more than 40 pounds or thereabouts please) Due to the expense of commercial car insurance, I am unable to run errands, take your pets to vet appointments, do airport drop offs or pick ups, etc.
A typical day
PUPPIES OF AT LEAST 1 TO 1-1/2 YEARS OLD ARE ACCEPTED AFTER A MEET UP IN YOUR HOME, DEPENDING UPON HOW WELL TRAINED THEY ARE I don't take your dogs to the dog park not knowing if they will be injured by another dog(s), or if they would even come back to me after playtime. Your dogs, cats and other animals will feel loved and cared for in your absence. I am not adverse to working with special needs animals. For overnight stays I am willing to travel up to 20 or so miles each way. For drop ins I am willing to travel up to 10 miles each way. I am near 5th Street and Yucaipa Blvd in Yucaipa, CA
Services
Paula can watch in your home
Availability
I am retired and able to stay in your home 24/7, other than trips to the grocery store or a restaurant, but I'm never away from your home longer than 2-3 hours at a time.
About Paula F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I am always there for them, and they all come to trust me. Many of the pet owners tell me that the animals I have pet sat look for me after I leave.
Information Paula F. would like to know about your pet
Please be upfront with me PRIOR to our meet up in your home in regard to how many animals you actually have that will need to be taken care of in your absence. The first pet will be at the rate of $60/night and $65/night for holidays. For puppies, the rate will be $10 higher. The rate for up to two additional pets PER NIGHT will be at $20 for cats per night and $25 for dogs per night for holiday nights. If you have more than three animals total, I can negotiate the pricing with you. 4 nights will be billed at the holiday rates ~ ex. Wednesday Night thru Sunday Morning, Thursday Night thru Monday Morning, Friday Night thru Tuesday morning (All other nights will be billed at the non-holiday rates) 30-minute drop ins $25 per drop-in / $15 for each successive visit no extra charges for additional animals 60-minute drop ins $40 per drop-in / $20 for each successive visit no extra charges for additional animals AGGRESSIVE DOGS If your dog has ever bitten someone or attacked another animal or person, that would be considered an aggressive dog. Three animals are my typical maximum, but it really depends on the meet up in your home as to the number of animals I would be willing to sit with. All dogs MUST be housetrained. I take dogs outside very often throughout the day. I don't mind 'occasionally' having to clean up an inside mess however. Small to medium in size (no more than 40 pounds or thereabouts please) Due to the expense of commercial car insurance, I am unable to run errands, take your pets to vet appointments, do airport drop offs or pick ups, etc.
A typical day
PUPPIES OF AT LEAST 1 TO 1-1/2 YEARS OLD ARE ACCEPTED AFTER A MEET UP IN YOUR HOME, DEPENDING UPON HOW WELL TRAINED THEY ARE I don't take your dogs to the dog park not knowing if they will be injured by another dog(s), or if they would even come back to me after playtime. Your dogs, cats and other animals will feel loved and cared for in your absence. I am not adverse to working with special needs animals. For overnight stays I am willing to travel up to 20 or so miles each way. For drop ins I am willing to travel up to 10 miles each way. I am near 5th Street and Yucaipa Blvd in Yucaipa, CA
Location
Yucaipa, CA
Paula F.
Yucaipa, CA