Shelley D.
Cornville, AZ
Caring Animal Lover Looking to Help
Pet care experience
I have lived with a dog and/or cat most of my life, except in college. I love fur-babies and what to help people when they need to be away from their beloved pets. Most recently I have helped sit a household with 4 dogs, a house with an older dog, and live with a blind older dog. While I have not given in injection to a pet yet, I have experience giving medications and inhalers to dogs. Ideally with pet sitting, my wife and I would meet the dogs and/or cats before we pet sit to learn their specific needs, and learn where the food and treats hide. We like long hikes/walks and short trips around the neighborhood. I also have experience with Chinchillas, hamsters, birds, and fish. In my teenage years I got a chinchilla and she was my best friend for 21 years, even moving with me when she could.
Reviews
Shelley is the most passionate person about dogs I've ever met. Her natural ability to connect with dogs and her drive to learn more about them is a powerful combination. Shelley was able to tame one of our oldest clients' dogs, a chihuahua, a breed known for being stubborn and temperament issues. Shelley also has experience working with dogs with special needs, including those requiring regular medication, as well as senior, blind, and deaf dogs. I may help Shelley take care of dogs, but she'll always be the expert.
Shelley is the sweetest, most caring person you could ever wish to care for your fur babies. She has known my dogs since they were pups and there is no one I’d rather trust to care for them than Shelley. She is so attentive and loving, and the doggos absolutely adore her. She’s experienced in dogs with medical needs, as well. You will be hard pressed to find a better cater for your dogs.
Shelley would make a wonderful pet caregiver. She has been around pets all her life. Animals know she loves them. She gives the best care to the animals. She is a very caring and loving person especially with animals. I would trust her with any animal.
About Shelley D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to learn the current routine of your beloved pet and try to keep their routine for their comfort. I make sure I learn your house rules and will not let those puppy dog eyes persuade me to let them on the couch unless you say it is ok. I have my Pet First Aid Course and am taking other courses to increase my Pet Safety knowledge.
Information Shelley D. would like to know about your pet
It is important for me to know who your dog is and what they like and dislike. I am ok with a scared barking dog, I am patient and can wait for them to accept me. I have a Chihuahua friend that it took several stays before he was truly comfortable around me from the minute I walked in the the door. It just took patience, now he comes to me even when his best owner friend is home, not normal. Also, I need to know their schedule, what time they eat, where they sleep, your rules (couch or no couch), is there a bed time?
A typical day
Walks around the block, I like to go for hikes when it is not too hot. I enjoy playing ball and giving belly rubs and giving cuddles. I also have experience with basic pet training and grooming also.
Services
Shelley can watch in your home
Availability
This is my current focus. I do not have any upcoming vacations planned, but am planning one before the end of 2023. My wife is unemployed and we work together when petsitting, so she is there when I am not.
About Shelley D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to learn the current routine of your beloved pet and try to keep their routine for their comfort. I make sure I learn your house rules and will not let those puppy dog eyes persuade me to let them on the couch unless you say it is ok. I have my Pet First Aid Course and am taking other courses to increase my Pet Safety knowledge.
Information Shelley D. would like to know about your pet
It is important for me to know who your dog is and what they like and dislike. I am ok with a scared barking dog, I am patient and can wait for them to accept me. I have a Chihuahua friend that it took several stays before he was truly comfortable around me from the minute I walked in the the door. It just took patience, now he comes to me even when his best owner friend is home, not normal. Also, I need to know their schedule, what time they eat, where they sleep, your rules (couch or no couch), is there a bed time?
A typical day
Walks around the block, I like to go for hikes when it is not too hot. I enjoy playing ball and giving belly rubs and giving cuddles. I also have experience with basic pet training and grooming also.
Location
Cornville, AZ
Shelley D.
Cornville, AZ