Rachel H.
Philadelphia, PA
CPR Certified Animal Professional
Pet care experience
Hi, I'm Rachel! I'm a CPR and First Aid certified pet professional who splits her time between Pennsylvania and Connecticut. I have experience as a dog daycare attendant at two dog schools in Philadelphia and currently work part-time at one in Downtown Stamford, CT. When I'm not walking or sitting your pups and cats, I work from home as a freelance social media strategist. At my current daycare job, I monitor 40+ dogs at a time, enforcing basic training and maintaining healthy playgroup environments (snuggling included, of course!). And being that I’ve built a 12+ year career in social media and photography, you'll never have to worry about a lack of communication, text and adorable photo updates while you're away. I was a dog mom to the sweetest pointer/beagle mix for fourteen years, so I'm very well-versed in maintaining consistent feeding and exercise schedules, medication administration and vet visits. I'm caring and respectful, and will give your animal/s copious amounts of love and affection. Let's set up a meet & greet so we can get to know each other!
Reviews
Rachel was awesome! She stayed with our two kitties for an extended stay and kept us updated daily on what they were up to. She took great care of our space and even handled a last minute curve ball with our building maintenance. It was so nice to be able to enjoy vacation feeling confident that our fur babies were being loved and cared for by someone with such a watchful eye. We will definitely book with her again!
Rachel took such good care of Magnus! Professional, attentive, and caring. Will definitely be using her again for future needs
We booked Rachel for housesitting over the holidays and would not hesitate to rebook with her again. This was the longest we’ve left our senior dog Maya with a sitter that wasn’t family. Rachel was prompt, professional, communicative, and seemed to really enjoy Maya, so we were able to enjoy our trip knowing our precious girl was in great hands. Our home was in perfect condition on our return, and Maya was happy as a clam, obviously well-attended to while we were gone. Thanks a ton Rachel!
Rachel followed all medication instructions, sent pictures, was respectful, and kept my pet on her schedule! Looking forward to having her house sit again.
About Rachel H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m an extremely cautious sitter, making sure to keep your animal/s and home safe at all times. I’m always alert on walks, avoiding any potential troubling situations, and am consistent with setting home alarms and locking doors. I’m also super clean and organized—my goal is for you to come home to the same space you left!
Information Rachel H. would like to know about your pet
I'm a fan of dogs and cats of all shapes and sizes! Please let me know if your pup or kitty has any allergies, anxieties (around humans/and or other animals, for instance), favorite toys or activities so I can make our time together extra special and positive. It's also helpful for me to know if you have any house rules (furniture restrictions, preferences on sleeping arrangements, etc.), firm feeding and walking times and/or training techniques you’re working on so that I can be sure to maintain consistency in your absence.
A typical day
I'm a huge nature lover, so outdoor time with your pup is a highlight. I'm more than happy to use your backyard for playtime and/or go for long walks around your neighborhood.
Services
Rachel can watch in your home
Availability
I have plenty of available time on my days off and WFH days to spend with your animal/s and won’t need to be gone for more than 8 hours even on any in-person work or appointment days.
About Rachel H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I’m an extremely cautious sitter, making sure to keep your animal/s and home safe at all times. I’m always alert on walks, avoiding any potential troubling situations, and am consistent with setting home alarms and locking doors. I’m also super clean and organized—my goal is for you to come home to the same space you left!
Information Rachel H. would like to know about your pet
I'm a fan of dogs and cats of all shapes and sizes! Please let me know if your pup or kitty has any allergies, anxieties (around humans/and or other animals, for instance), favorite toys or activities so I can make our time together extra special and positive. It's also helpful for me to know if you have any house rules (furniture restrictions, preferences on sleeping arrangements, etc.), firm feeding and walking times and/or training techniques you’re working on so that I can be sure to maintain consistency in your absence.
A typical day
I'm a huge nature lover, so outdoor time with your pup is a highlight. I'm more than happy to use your backyard for playtime and/or go for long walks around your neighborhood.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Rachel H.
Philadelphia, PA