Saya Z.
Saya Z.
Highlights
Pet care experience
⭐ Vet Assistant • Pro Pet Care ⭐
⭐ Veterinary Assistant Certified ⭐️ 9 years pet-sitting & husbandry experience ⭐ Specialized in senior and anxious dogs, and shy, fearful, or feral cats ⭐️ Extensive experience with exotics and farm animals! I've worked professionally as a cat and dog sitter, puppy/cat foster parent, TNR trapper, farm and stable hand, in animal laboratories and aquariums, and even at exotic bird sanctuaries; all that to say, I love animals! I’m now a proud cat-mom of two formerly feral working cats, the regular cat-sitter for a family with five formerly feral cats, and am an active TNR trapper for feral cats, having rehomed multiple stray/ferals in my neighborhood! From this experience, I now specialize in working with specialty animals or pets who are fearful or slow to warm up. I followed the pre-veterinary track in college and am Veterinary Assistant certified, with training in animal health, basic wound care, and medication administration. While my career path has shifted to biology and math, my love for animals has remained constant and I’ve continued caring for all kinds of pets in and throughout my life. Whether you're looking for a sitter to care for an energetic puppy, a senior cat with health issues, or an exotic pet that needs specialty experience, I'm here to provide loving care for your animal. I take the time to understand each pet’s individual personality and will always follow your instructions to keep their routine calm, consistent, and comfortable
Cat care experience
Saya also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for pets, my top priority is their safety and comfort. I know how important it is for pets to stay in a familiar environment and keep to routines, especially if they’re shy, anxious, or fearful. I always follow instructions carefully and am respectful of your home, keeping things clean, calm, and low-stress to create the best outcome for your pet! I’ll keep you updated with messages, photos, notes, and whatever else makes you feel most comfortable with me caring for your pet! If your pet needs medication, extra attention, or just a little patience to feel safe, I aim to be a calm and reliable presence so your pets feel secure, safe, and happy while you’re away!
Ratings and reviews
Saya was nice and seemed to keep a good schedule. We were out of cell service and she seemed capable of handling whatever would have come up.
Saya was amazing. She was so patient with our doggo who takes a while to warm up to people. She was very communicative and provided thorough and sweet updates for our dog and two cats. Highly recommend!
Saya is amazing! She made me feel very reassured that my girls were in good hands and sent so many pictures and updates! I highly recommend booking her for your babies.
Saya is great! She is attentive and my cats love her!
Great updates, very quick to respond! Grateful for her care :)
Saya was great with our 2 cats, even the skittish one warmed up to her! Very communicative, sent updates and did everything I asked <3
Calendar and availability
Schedule
I work from home during the day doing research and taking a few evening classes. My schedule is relaxed and flexible, so I’m able to check in frequently, keep a consistent routine, and give pets the attention they deserve throughout the day! I'm currently applying to graduate programs and am focused on school, which means I will am available regularly during weekends and school breaks. Pet care is a perfect for me right now; I get out of the house, take a break from school, and spend quality time with animals! Whether it's a quick drop-in visit, a daily walk, or specialty care, I'm happy to build my schedule around your pet’s needs and be there whenever needed!
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsSaya can host up to 10 drop-ins per day
- Please let me know if your pet has any special needs, fears, or preferences. I'm happy to keep a predictable schedule with an anxious or feral cat, spend extra time learning about exotic or intensive-care pets, or incorporate high-energy activities for excited animals. Additionally, if there are any behaviors that your pet does not like such as loud sounds, specific smells, or territorial preferences, I aim to be aware and eagerly accommodate!