Sara D.
Logan Square, IL
College student who loves animals!
Pet care experience
I recently moved to Chicago after finishing my bachelors in the area, and am originally from the Washington, DC area! I've taken care of neighbors and family friends pets since I was very young. I've done dog walking, play times and check-ins, and overnight stays. While I have met animals that don't like me, I've grown accustomed to animal body language so that I can provide the best care possible. I also currently have a dog who does not live with me in my dorm and lives at home. I will communicate with you about your daily routines with your pet(s), what parts of the house/yard are or aren't off limits, and how your pet(s) interact with other animals. I will also ask how to communicate emergency or urgent situations, should they arise in the future.
Reviews
Sara was excellent! She got along well with our cat even though he's very scared of strangers. Would gladly book Sara again.
Sara was amazing! She checked in on my kittens while I was away for holidays! She was super communicative about how they were doing, what they were up to and how their energy levels were! She gives detailed reports in each check in with adorable photos to go along with it! I felt a sigh of relief when I would get their report cards because they were in good hands! Thank you so much Sara!
Sara was kind, extremely communicative and so easy to work with. I appreciate how she went above and beyond - when my cat broke a glass while I was away she vacuumed up the area and put the piece in a bag for me to inspect later. I would recommend her whole heartedly!
Sara has done an awesome job with my two beagles. She took great care of my elderly beagle as well as my puppy - walking and feeding them. She's administered medicine to both of my dogs, and has overnighted with my anxious pup. She's dealt with the elderly one going through the trash and the young one chewing everything and knows how to deflect both behaviors. I've come home to both of them being tired - a sign that they were well cared for, and in the latter case well played with.
About Sara D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I always ask what is and isn't off-limits, both for me and your pet! Every pet parent is different so I want to respect what rules you have, regardless of service.
Information Sara D. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog is reactive around other dogs or people. Please also let me know if there are any types of resource guarding behaviors. Also inform me of my medical needs or issues your dogs have, even if they are not pertinent to my care.
A typical day
Prior to each walk I will ask you for certain areas where your dog might like to play or sniff. I will also try to find areas in your surrounding area that might be nice places to walk. I'm also more than happy to take love breaks during the walk to ensure your dog feels safe and cared for.
Services
Sara can watch in your home
Availability
I'm working as a freelancer/consultant who works from home so I'm super flexible with time and happy to work with your schedule! I may change the time for your service if I need to, as I'm pretty strict with times you give for the service!
About Sara D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I always ask what is and isn't off-limits, both for me and your pet! Every pet parent is different so I want to respect what rules you have, regardless of service.
Information Sara D. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog is reactive around other dogs or people. Please also let me know if there are any types of resource guarding behaviors. Also inform me of my medical needs or issues your dogs have, even if they are not pertinent to my care.
A typical day
Prior to each walk I will ask you for certain areas where your dog might like to play or sniff. I will also try to find areas in your surrounding area that might be nice places to walk. I'm also more than happy to take love breaks during the walk to ensure your dog feels safe and cared for.
Location
Chicago, IL
Sara D.
Logan Square, IL