Risa O.
Sebastopol, CA
I let my dog be the little spoon.
Pet care experience
I grew up with dogs and am usually the one who stops and awws at other dogs in public. It makes me happy knowing the dog I take care of is happy, healthy and comfortable. In fact, I think I enjoy going to the dog park/beach as much as the dogs themselves. In my home, my pup is allowed on the couch and bed. We sometimes even share a pillow. However, that doesn't mean that I am too relaxed on training and consistent discipline. I make sure dogs with specific instructions have their needs met and supervised. I have a dog of my own named Mika. She is a friendly mixed breed social butterfly. However, she is not always with me and I will let you know beforehand if she will be around!
Reviews
Risa's interactions with dogs of all sizes and demeanors are very intuitive and comfortable. She is talented at realizing a dog's needs and meeting them in a concise and fun way. It is clear that she loves canine company and canines love hers!
Risa has taken care of our dog Diego and our cats, Carlos and Ceci, multiple times and in some cases over multiple days during the past 2 years. Risa is the perfect dog sitter. She is not only extremely responsible and loving with our pets, she is also super sensible of the needs they have (Diego is a large 12 year old mutt who requires medication, short-mellow but frequent walks, and a lot of patience and love). When we have to leave for more than one day, Risa is also super aware of the needs of the house in relation to the pets, plus she always texts us in case she has any questions. Risa also happens to be a really smart and friendly person to chat with. We´ve been friends with Risa for the past 3 or 4 years and she was my wife´s student last year at UCSC, so we can really speak about her qualities in general and her sense of personal and professional responsibility. Please contact me if I can be of any further help to Risa.
About Risa O.
Communication
Skills
A typical day
In Santa Cruz, I love taking pups to the dog beach (with plenty of fresh water), West Cliff, Henry Cowell, Nisene Marks, and Pogonip. In Sonoma county, I like taking pups out to Bodega Bay, Ragle ranch park, hood mountain, taylor mountain and Spring Lake.
Services
Risa can watch in your home
About Risa O.
Communication
Skills
A typical day
In Santa Cruz, I love taking pups to the dog beach (with plenty of fresh water), West Cliff, Henry Cowell, Nisene Marks, and Pogonip. In Sonoma county, I like taking pups out to Bodega Bay, Ragle ranch park, hood mountain, taylor mountain and Spring Lake.
Location
Sebastopol, CA
Pets
Risa O.
Sebastopol, CA