Sarah S.
Portsmouth, VA
Friendly Neighborhood Animal Lover!
Pet care experience
I am an experienced animal lover, dog handler and pet parent with years of hard work and dedication under my belt. I am experienced in all areas of pet care and can offer an array of skills including, but not limited to: medication administration (oral, injectable, and topical), bathing and basic grooming (nails, sanitary trims, teeth brushing), sanitization procedures indoors and out, proper feeding routines, basic training, exercise and enrichment activities, pet photography, and so much more. I love to get to know your pets and will cater to their personal comfort levels and needs. Whether they are older and slowing down or young and spritely I can guarantee that I will leave them feeling satisfied and loved during your absence. I am trained to follow visual and vocal cues to assess and prevent negative situations from happening or overstepping boundaries and would never do anything to compromise your pets safety or comfort. I have always loved the phrase that a tired dog is a happy dog and will be sure to provide enrichment and exercise that your beloved family member deserves. As a former Petsmart employee, and parent of many types of reptiles, farm animals, fish and birds I also have a lot of knowledge on how to care for your more un-common critters as well. I will be sure to provide the same loving environment for these pets, and promise to follow all feeding routines and other tasks necessary to keep your pets safe and happy.
Reviews
Sarah was excellent. She was very kind and interactive with my cats. Her updates were excellent, and she even helped me understand the workings of the app using it this first time. I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants to feel like their pets are being cared for as you would yourself.
Sarah was great! She was super attentive to my pup and sent me great pictures and updates on how he did. I would definitely book her again!
Sarah is a kind, caring, and thoughtful caretaker. She has a big heart and loves all animals. I have known her several years now and I am always happy to have her care for my 4 year old Silver Lab Hiro. She loves Hiro and has treated him well in the time she has known him. She talks to him, gives him treats, and she genuinely cares and has concern for him. She is great at playing with him, taking him for walks when he needs one, and she is responsible enough to be trusted to give him medication on a schedule. She likes to take a lot of pictures and because of her I have a long history of my dog in pictures spanning the past four years. I trust Sarah and she will always have a key to my house. Hiro loves you Sarah!
Sarah has been an incredible asset to my pets extended family. She has provided the best care and the most supportive environment! Even though they can be a little hectic at times, and their training isn't perfect, she is never without an answer and always supportive. Her years of experience have provided the opportunity to take a moment and sit back to see how he's grown instead of concentrating on training and supervision every day. (Not to mention, her recognising sickness and injury among animals has saved a lot of heartache and our pets a lot of pain)
About Sarah S.
Communication
Skills
Information Sarah S. would like to know about your pet
•Are your pets friendly with other dogs? •Are they cat friendly? •Is there any food/treat aggression I should be aware of? •Have they had issues with terrotorialism in the past? •Are there any known allergies? •Am I allowed to give them treats? (I use pet training treats from Petsmart that are low calorie and will make sure they are okay with the pet parent before offering them to your babies).
A typical day
I currently reside in Shea Terrace in Portsmouth, so I love to take my pups for a walk through the entire neighborhood. There are plenty of exciting sights and smells with the wildlife that we pass by, as well as a beautiful river inlet that is wonderful for stopping to catch a breather or just enjoy. All of my fur children are allowed on the couches and beds with us, and yours will be too! We have a non-smoking home with a fenced in back yard in a quiet part of the neighborhood. I love to bond with every animal that I get to meet and am looking forward to making new connections in the area. Animals always have and always will be my biggest passion and I'm grateful for any opportunity to work with them.
Services
Sarah can watch in your home
About Sarah S.
Communication
Skills
Information Sarah S. would like to know about your pet
•Are your pets friendly with other dogs? •Are they cat friendly? •Is there any food/treat aggression I should be aware of? •Have they had issues with terrotorialism in the past? •Are there any known allergies? •Am I allowed to give them treats? (I use pet training treats from Petsmart that are low calorie and will make sure they are okay with the pet parent before offering them to your babies).
A typical day
I currently reside in Shea Terrace in Portsmouth, so I love to take my pups for a walk through the entire neighborhood. There are plenty of exciting sights and smells with the wildlife that we pass by, as well as a beautiful river inlet that is wonderful for stopping to catch a breather or just enjoy. All of my fur children are allowed on the couches and beds with us, and yours will be too! We have a non-smoking home with a fenced in back yard in a quiet part of the neighborhood. I love to bond with every animal that I get to meet and am looking forward to making new connections in the area. Animals always have and always will be my biggest passion and I'm grateful for any opportunity to work with them.
Location
Portsmouth, VA
Pets
Sarah S.
Portsmouth, VA