Sarah A.
Ballston Spa, NY
here to make you+your animals happy
Pet care experience
I grew up with dogs my whole life until I moved away for college; I used to walk my dogs every day, especially our tempered sheep dog (she was the runt of the litter and she had nervous energy). I also spent a couple years adoring my partners dog, and assisted in training with her. She grew up living in a fenced in yard and barked a lot, so when we brought her to our home where we had to start walking her in the park nearby, we had to do a lot of training with her to try and calm her down when we walked her, as she would bark and jump at anyone (especially other dogs) that walked by. We did treat training with her and also used a clicker, and over time her behavior become more gentle. I also did house sitting for friends last year in the summer, and both people I house sat for had cats (and one also had a dog) that I was happy to take care of. This year I am starting a regular flow of pet sitting for my brother while he is away on trips, and I love watching his bernese mountain dog and taking her for walks. I adore animals, it's a treat to be able to spend time with them, so I'm happy to help care for your pets in any way I can.
Reviews
Sarah was great! We have a Bernese Mountain Dog (Bailey) and 8 chickens. To know Bailey was able to stay home plus get some walks and playtime in was reassuring while we were away! Bailey was happy, our house was clean, and the chickens were taken care of. Absolutely will be having her stay in the future when we’re out of town. Highly recommend her!
About Sarah A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can not take pets where I live for boarding, but I am always willing to stay at my client's homes while they are away. I usually just ask for detailed instructions, and I am very good at following the instructions. When boarding, whether or not it is stated, I do aim to walk dogs at least two times a day (once in the morning and once at night), and I am happy to walk them as often as needed. I also really love to play with the animals consistently.
Information Sarah A. would like to know about your pet
Let me know any significant behaviors I should know about your dog ahead of time so I can best adjust to their energy; are they super playful and want a lot of attention? do multiple dogs need to be in separate rooms when feeding? what should I be prepared for when taking them on walks (barking/tugging etc.).
A typical day
I really enjoy walking dogs around their neighborhood when I stay with them, whether or not there is a fenced in yard. If there is a fenced in yard, I am sure to let them out and run around with them (I have a lot of hyper energy that pairs well with high energy dogs, it's a good time for sur!). I also love playing fetch with the dogs and tug of war; tug of war was my favorite play time with my old pit bull dog (she won most of the time, but I'm not a sore loser).
Services
Sarah can watch in your home
Availability
Besides pet sitting, I am just scheduling part time gigs like grocery shopping for people and food delivery, so my calendar is very open at this time to make room for your pets needs.
About Sarah A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I can not take pets where I live for boarding, but I am always willing to stay at my client's homes while they are away. I usually just ask for detailed instructions, and I am very good at following the instructions. When boarding, whether or not it is stated, I do aim to walk dogs at least two times a day (once in the morning and once at night), and I am happy to walk them as often as needed. I also really love to play with the animals consistently.
Information Sarah A. would like to know about your pet
Let me know any significant behaviors I should know about your dog ahead of time so I can best adjust to their energy; are they super playful and want a lot of attention? do multiple dogs need to be in separate rooms when feeding? what should I be prepared for when taking them on walks (barking/tugging etc.).
A typical day
I really enjoy walking dogs around their neighborhood when I stay with them, whether or not there is a fenced in yard. If there is a fenced in yard, I am sure to let them out and run around with them (I have a lot of hyper energy that pairs well with high energy dogs, it's a good time for sur!). I also love playing fetch with the dogs and tug of war; tug of war was my favorite play time with my old pit bull dog (she won most of the time, but I'm not a sore loser).
Location
Ballston Spa, NY
Sarah A.
Ballston Spa, NY