Raffaella S.
Irving Park, Chicago, IL
Services
Raffaella can care for
Availability
I recently finished PA school and am currently waiting to start my first job, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of time to provide attentive pet care throughout the week. Caring for animals is already a natural part of my daily routine with my own cat, Cookie, and I genuinely enjoy spending time with pets, keeping them comfortable, cared for, and on their normal routines while their owners are away.
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About Raffaella S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I understand how important trust is when someone is caring for your pets and entering your home. I’m respectful of clients’ homes, belongings, and routines, and I aim to keep pets’ schedules as normal and consistent as possible to help them feel comfortable and secure while their owners are away. I pay close attention to instructions, routines, feeding schedules, medications, and each pet’s individual personality and needs.
Information Raffaella S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know about any special needs, medications, routines, anxieties, or preferences your pet has ahead of time so I can provide the best possible care. I’m happy to accommodate different needs and want to make sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away.
A typical day
A typical day with me includes plenty of attention, playtime, and keeping pets on their normal routines so they feel comfortable and relaxed. I love being outdoors and enjoy both long and short walks depending on a dog’s energy level and needs. With cats, I enjoy interactive play that helps satisfy their natural hunting instincts, along with plenty of affection, enrichment, and quiet companionship based on each cat’s personality.
Location
Chicago, IL
Pets
Reliable & Calm Pet Care
Pet care experience
I’ve had cats and dogs my whole life, including my childhood cat Palette who I cared for through college, and my current cat Cookie for the past 9 years. I’ve also pet sat for friends over the years, including walking dogs, feeding, and giving medications when needed. I grew up caring for a variety of animals including turtles, goats, and chickens, which gave me broad hands-on animal experience and comfort with different temperaments and care needs.
Cat care experience
Raffaella also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Raffaella was very thorough, communicative, and clearly has lots of experience with cats! She has a very kind disposition, and my cat immediately felt comfortable around her. I will rebook, and I would highly recommend her. :)
Raffaella was wonderful. She spent lots of time playing with my pups. She sent tons of pictures and gave me fun updates. The dogs looked very happy. I would highly recommend her.
Rafae frequently watches my dog Teddy. He is very sensitive & she is exceptionally attentive and empathetic to him. She is very careful when administering medicine. Rafae is very punctual and kept a careful log of Teddy bathroom, food, and medicine schedule. She also communicates clearly and updates me when she watches him. She is knowledgeable about the nearest emergency vet clinics and has a protocol in the unlikely event she is unable to get ahold of me and something happens. Overall I would highly recommend Rafae for rover.
Raffaella has been a godsend for my senior dachshund, Yoshi. She’s able to follow my instructions to a T and always goes the extra mile to keep me updated on his activities. Caring for a senior dog who has particular needs can be a challenge, but I have complete trust in Raffaella to handle my baby. As a bonus, she’s a delightful and warm individual!
About Raffaella S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I understand how important trust is when someone is caring for your pets and entering your home. I’m respectful of clients’ homes, belongings, and routines, and I aim to keep pets’ schedules as normal and consistent as possible to help them feel comfortable and secure while their owners are away. I pay close attention to instructions, routines, feeding schedules, medications, and each pet’s individual personality and needs.
Information Raffaella S. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know about any special needs, medications, routines, anxieties, or preferences your pet has ahead of time so I can provide the best possible care. I’m happy to accommodate different needs and want to make sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away.
A typical day
A typical day with me includes plenty of attention, playtime, and keeping pets on their normal routines so they feel comfortable and relaxed. I love being outdoors and enjoy both long and short walks depending on a dog’s energy level and needs. With cats, I enjoy interactive play that helps satisfy their natural hunting instincts, along with plenty of affection, enrichment, and quiet companionship based on each cat’s personality.
Raffaella S.
Irving Park, Chicago, IL