RACHELLE W.
Brooklyn, NY
RACHELLE W. has Star Sitter status
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I am a dog and cat purr-son!
Pet care experience
I've been a cat owner since I was a teenager (almost 20 years ago!), I raise 3 of my own, the oldest of which is 12 years old. When caring for cats, my own or others, I let them figure out their comfort levels and safely let them do their own thing. I've had several years experience taking care of family dogs (my family liked and owned various types of terriers) and have house sit friends' dogs who are on more of a routine and schedule. Recently, as of January 2023, my husband and I welcomed our first dog into our home, 13 year old Peanut! Once dogs are comfortable with me, I enjoy playing with them until they tucker out and want to take a nap. I do have experience bathing dogs when necessary, and the after bath zoomies are always a treat to witness. I very much love animals and would like to provide company and/or a safe space for others' pets when their owners need to travel and can't take their furry friends along with them. I am very patient and quick to figure out new situations, in general and with animals. I currently work as a freelance graphic designer, per project, so I have plenty of time to spend time and take care of my own and others' pets. I'm also a night owl so I get most of my own work done in the evenings, while my cats are sleeping. Both the front and back yard of my home are fence (smaller dogs can play in the backyard where it is a full panel fence). I have 3 cats who are very laid back. My eldest grew up around dogs and loves playing with them (his favorite game is "chase me").
Reviews
Rachelle is the best and my dog absolutely loves spending time with her!
Rachelle is an OUTSTANDING cat sitter. I had to make a couple consecutive trips, which had Lola feeling a little wary about receiving her medication from strangers. This was Rachelle‘s first time taking care of her, and she was so thoughtful and intuitive about finding a way to make Lola feel safe. She also went above and beyond to make sure she was clear about the timing of Lola‘s medication (especially with a curveball of daylight savings time!) and excellent about communication. I came home to a clean house, and a relaxed, happy cat. I can’t recommend her highly enough!
Rachelle was communicative and sent lots of pictures. She was very good with our new pup and I would definitely book again!
Rachelle took super good care of our cat Pixie. She was very communicative and sent great pictures every day! We would highly recommend her!
About RACHELLE W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have 2 fenced yards, a fenced backyard, with panel fencing, and a fenced front yard with typical metal fencing. Smaller dogs who could fit through the front fence would hang out in the backyard, where there are no gaps in the fence that they could escape through. I am not one to keep animals off furniture, so your dog is welcome to lounge on the couch, the bed, and even the multiple cat beds my cats have (if the cats are feeling generous!)
Information RACHELLE W. would like to know about your pet
It'd be best to know about the dog's personality and any quirks the owner thinks I should be aware of. Just let me know what your dog is like, how often they like/need to go out, what sort of play they like to do. Unfortunately, I cannot book dogs who actively do not like cats, as I have 3 of my own. If they ignore, don't mind, or do like cats, that is fine as mine mind their own business.
A typical day
Walks for sure, I enjoy walking a lot and walking with a dog is even better. Playing fetch and running around is also pretty fun from my experience.
Services
RACHELLE can watch in your home
Availability
I can devote my day to pet care as I currently work on a project by project basis as a freelance graphic designer, and most of my work is done in the evening, while my pets are asleep.
About RACHELLE W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have 2 fenced yards, a fenced backyard, with panel fencing, and a fenced front yard with typical metal fencing. Smaller dogs who could fit through the front fence would hang out in the backyard, where there are no gaps in the fence that they could escape through. I am not one to keep animals off furniture, so your dog is welcome to lounge on the couch, the bed, and even the multiple cat beds my cats have (if the cats are feeling generous!)
Information RACHELLE W. would like to know about your pet
It'd be best to know about the dog's personality and any quirks the owner thinks I should be aware of. Just let me know what your dog is like, how often they like/need to go out, what sort of play they like to do. Unfortunately, I cannot book dogs who actively do not like cats, as I have 3 of my own. If they ignore, don't mind, or do like cats, that is fine as mine mind their own business.
A typical day
Walks for sure, I enjoy walking a lot and walking with a dog is even better. Playing fetch and running around is also pretty fun from my experience.
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Pets
RACHELLE W.
Brooklyn, NY