Simone H.
Valley Oak, CA
Plenty of space to roam.
Pet care experience
I am an avid animal lover and very passionate about the overall general welfare of all animals. I currently have one cat. I haven't been really active on here in a while but I'm ready to get back into sitting. I have experience working at an animal shelter, as personal dog walker and I've even worked at a doggie daycare. So I am familiar with many different dog breeds, and sizes. I have worked with many different dog behaviors, so I have a lot of patience when anything comes my way. I can prepare meals, give baths even administer medicine. If you think I seem like a perfect fit don't hesitate to get in contact with me!
Reviews
Simone provided excellent care for my dog! I'd definitely recommend her!
Simone did a great job with Budddy. She was responsive, flexible and routinely sent pictures. I'll definitely look to call her again next time I'm out of town.
Simone took good care of Benji. Next time I visit the Bay Area, I will contact Simone.
Simone was such a true blessing! From a person who doesn't really trust anyone, especially someone I had just met to come into my home to stay for 3 days and watch my boys, I took such a leap of faith with Simone since her rates were really reasonable for my budget at the time, having to go on this trip. I have contacted and met other sitters, who I would all consider using to sit at their house, but their rates were too expensive, whereas Simone's rates wasn't and her services required her to sit at my home. Although I was leery of the whole situation anyway, when I met her, she was really comfortable with my boys being very laid back. Nothing really fazed her about my high-strung boys, who never had any professional training and won't sit on command all the time. She brought her dog along with her at the meeting I guess so she could see how they'd react. Finally, I took her to my home to see if she'd be comfortable staying there since I live in a small apartment, and she was. What amazed me was when Diesel kept jumping on her; she wasn't bothered by him at all. She said that she had a big dog that did the same thing, which made me get more comfortable with her. I'm so used to people being so uncomfortable with a medium strong dog jumping on them, so it was a comfort that she wasn't bothered in any way by my big love boy, Diesel, saying "hi" to her. When I had decided to use her services, I had offered anything I had to eat in my home to her because that's just how I am, but she had refused and said that she brings her own food. She said that she didn't feel comfortable being in people's cabinets, which told me that she wasn't nosey...another plus. When Simone was here, she provided more pics than any sitter that I have used on Rover. My boys slept with her on the couch bed every night which tells me that they were very comfortable with her. My neighbor who came over periodically to feed my cat told me that she had walked my dogs more than I did...4 times a day! She had listened very well and did everything I have told her about how to feed my dogs, everything I have warned her about concerning other neighbors with their dogs being disrespectful, ect. Every concern that I had brought up to her, she handled it very well. Simone even offered to feed my cat before she left and she wasn’t required to do so. She was very responsive to my every text and sent it almost instantly. There is really nothing bad that I can say about her. Simone made me at ease and very comfortable in assuring my boys would be ok being as nervous as I was leaving them for so long. Although Simone is extremely chilled and relaxed and wasn’t interested in watching TV and just read her book or was on her laptop while she was here, she is very responsive which my boys need in a sitter since that's how their mother is. I so appreciate her and would definitely use her again.
About Simone H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a gated community and my apartment is safe no hazards or things laying around which an animal could get into or chew.
Home
Information Simone H. would like to know about your pet
I prefer smaller breeds because of my living arrangement, I need to know if they’re allergic to anything. And most importantly are they potty trained or any other behaviors I should know about.
A typical day
I would say my style is isn't too strict or too lenient. I can be fun and energetic, but I also know that certain behaviors aren't tolerated. Of course my style will follow any rules that you as the owner has set in place for your pet. So whatever is required of me is what I will follow. I have no problem handling up to three dogs, or even four. I am fine with walking, and making sure they get the right amount of activity to be able to get a good nights rest. If there are any restrictions just let me know, and I can do whatever is necessary.
Services
Simone can host
Simone can watch in your home
Availability
I’m currently working on-call because I’m off for the summer, I teach. My schedule is flexible so I’m more than accommodating to take on extra days not listed if needed.
About Simone H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a gated community and my apartment is safe no hazards or things laying around which an animal could get into or chew.
Home
Information Simone H. would like to know about your pet
I prefer smaller breeds because of my living arrangement, I need to know if they’re allergic to anything. And most importantly are they potty trained or any other behaviors I should know about.
A typical day
I would say my style is isn't too strict or too lenient. I can be fun and energetic, but I also know that certain behaviors aren't tolerated. Of course my style will follow any rules that you as the owner has set in place for your pet. So whatever is required of me is what I will follow. I have no problem handling up to three dogs, or even four. I am fine with walking, and making sure they get the right amount of activity to be able to get a good nights rest. If there are any restrictions just let me know, and I can do whatever is necessary.
Location
Stockton, CA
Simone H.
Valley Oak, CA