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Rachel P.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews
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Lover of all animals!

Pet care experience

I have been working at dog kennels since the time I was 14 years old. I am an experienced dog sitter and graduated from Ohio State with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, with an animal biosciences specialization. Your pets would be in great hands, as I am educated, well experienced and love all animals! During my undergraduate experience I learned various training techniques for puppies and how to care for senior dogs (I have a soft spot for senior dogs having lost mine to old age a few years back). At OSU, I was in an organization that helped train puppies to become service animals. I am also well equipped to administer medications. Beyond professional care, I have a nephew pup of my own who I absolutely adore and share responsibility with my sister in our apartment.

Reviews

Linda M.
House Sitting • Oct 08, 2023
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I cannot say enough wonderful things about Rachel. It is amazing to find someone willing to take my cat on daily walks. She is loving and attentive. A true gem.

Linda M.
House Sitting • Feb 15, 2023
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Rachel watched my cat Truman. She did a wonderful job. She gave him attention. She kept in contact with me, by sending me photos. My home was in perfect order when I returned.

Kate P.
House Sitting • Nov 08, 2022
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Rachel went above and beyond to gain our reactive dog’s trust. She made sure he was comfortable and met with him before hand. She sends updates and within minutes our dog loved her.

Jamey V.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 26, 2022
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We are so happy we found Rachel to watch our little guy while we were out of town for a wedding. Buddy ran happily to Rachel at their first meeting. Our dog has diabetes and requires insulin injections; which Rachel was able to administer. Rachel is sweet, competent and reliable!

About Rachel P.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog friendly dog living in my apartment (he is more of a peoples dog than a dogs dog😂). We have a walking trail right across the street and a large area to let pets out on leash.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Rachel P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know of any behaviors I should be cautious or aware of as well as any special or dietary/allergy needs. (Food aggression, toy aggression, whether dog friendly, etc.).

A typical day

In addition to daily walks and potty walks, there are many dog parks close by. If your dog is pet friendly, I will happily let them run off leash at one of the fenced in dog parks!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$35per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Rachel can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Rachel can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am a full-time graduate student, so my schedule is always changing. At the moment, I am in class four days a week (Monday-Thursday). Please just reach out and I will let you know the times in which I can provide care those days!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 2 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Rachel P.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a dog friendly dog living in my apartment (he is more of a peoples dog than a dogs dog😂). We have a walking trail right across the street and a large area to let pets out on leash.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Rachel P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know of any behaviors I should be cautious or aware of as well as any special or dietary/allergy needs. (Food aggression, toy aggression, whether dog friendly, etc.).

A typical day

In addition to daily walks and potty walks, there are many dog parks close by. If your dog is pet friendly, I will happily let them run off leash at one of the fenced in dog parks!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

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Pets

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Rachel P.

Pittsburgh, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•11 reviews