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Shirley M.

Outer Richmond, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
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A personal snuggler!

Pet care experience

My friends would probably describe me as the crazy dog lady. Dogs are my passion and getting to work with and rescue dogs from impending death has been a dream. I work in healthcare, make home visits, and occasional runs to the hospital. With the flexible schedule, I am free to dedicate my time to the dogs. I can pop in for a walk, a feeding, and some puppy play time. We can take a walk around golden gate park, a stroll at the beach, walk the trails of lands end, or puppy playtime in the house/yard for my unvaccinated pups! My goal is to provide your best friend with the care, attention, and exercise they need to live their best lives while having the most fun and receiving lots of love. With years under my belt I'm so lucky to be training, walking, and caring for the pups in my neighborhood! I work with rescue and shelter dogs. As fun as group playtime is, I know the importance of slow intros and that not every dog does well in groups. I like to take the time to get to know and bond with your pup. That way I can give them the attention they deserve and let them do more of what they love. Whether it is dig at the beach, smell all the smells, chase a ball, pee on all the trees, or plain ol' but scratches! This allows me to focus on some training and working on things like pulling, leash reactivity, practice redirection, work on building confidence, trust, and help reinforce the training you are working on with them. I'd hope to be able to give them consistent and personal care that is equal to the love and attention they get from you! If you think your fur baby and I would be a good fit, send me a request! I'd love to be able to pair up! 👩🐶 **Dog Walking rate is per 30-minute walk. 1 hour walks can be requested and rate can be adjusted. (Currently I am dedicating time to training and working with rescue dogs and it is harder for me to offer daycare.) **Doggy Day Care is given a 9 hour period allowing time for travel. Schedules may be worked out and rates will be adjusted.

Reviews

Jenn C.
Dog Walking • Jul 19, 2021
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Shirley was great with my dog Zoey! She was friendly and communicative during the process. Since this was my first time booking a walker, I was a little nervous, but Shirley sent updates during and after the walk. Zoey is a rescue pit mix and I booked Shirley because of her experience with rescue dogs. The meet & greet went well and she understood what some of the common triggers are for rescues. I would book her again!

Whitney G.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2020
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Shirley was the best person to watch our kitty! She took the best photos so we felt like we were there and she went above and beyond (bringing in our packages, giving extra treats). I left some very specific notes (our cat loves chin scratches) and in the photos she took you could see her scratching our kitty’s chin. It’s the little things! Will book with her again hands down.

Leonard T.
Dog Walking • Sep 10, 2020
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Shirley is great and great with the dogs.

Christopher L.
Dog Walking • Mar 02, 2020
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Shirley is incredible in every way! Highly recommend her for folks particularly in the Richmond districts

About Shirley M.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
87% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I learn your fur baby's routine, what they are afraid of, and what their favorite things to do are. I take lots of photos and videos to document our time together so that I can send lots of updates!

Information Shirley M. would like to know about your pet

Helpful habits you'd consider sharing: Routine, Habits, Behavior, If they get along with other people/dogs, their phobias, what are their favorite things to do, and what commands they know/how to get their attention when distracted.

A typical day

We play, go on long walks, train and get lots of pets/belly rubs! It is important we develop a bond so that your fur baby is comfortable with and around me

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$28per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$28per walk

Shirley can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am part of a rescue group and dogs are part of my everyday life. I have dogs of my own and dogs that I foster. All of which gets their dedicated time with me.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 2 years ago
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About Shirley M.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
87% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I learn your fur baby's routine, what they are afraid of, and what their favorite things to do are. I take lots of photos and videos to document our time together so that I can send lots of updates!

Information Shirley M. would like to know about your pet

Helpful habits you'd consider sharing: Routine, Habits, Behavior, If they get along with other people/dogs, their phobias, what are their favorite things to do, and what commands they know/how to get their attention when distracted.

A typical day

We play, go on long walks, train and get lots of pets/belly rubs! It is important we develop a bond so that your fur baby is comfortable with and around me

Location

San Francisco, CA

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Shirley M.

Outer Richmond, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews