Stephanie R.
Cottage Grove, WI
Good with chickens, too!
Pet care experience
Hello, I have experience with dogs of all sizes and breeds, cats of all personalities, and even farm animals! I have worked briefly with shy dogs with an unfortunate past, from young to elderly and have been responsible for administering medicine. I have experience leash-training dogs as well as a few other commands (Sit, Stay, Shake). I am very skilled with cats having had five over my lifetime as well as cat-sitting for friends and family. I also volunteer at an animal sanctuary where I am responsible for ducks, turkeys, and chickens, and sometimes pigs and goats! This includes feeding, cleaning up, replacing water, and at times carrying them. Four of the ducks I look after are blind. I have also cared for special needs cats and dogs who are blind, deaf, or have mobility issues. I love them all and look forward to helping care for your loved ones when traveling requires you to be separated. I do work 9 hour shifts at my day job, either 6am to 3pm or 7am to 4pm, so I am unable to do drop ins or walks during those time frames. My two days off every week are Thursday and Saturday. My availability is as follows for drop ins or walks: Mondays 4pm to 8pm Tuesdays 4pm to 8pm Wednesdays 4pm to 8pm Thursdays 1pm to 8pm Fridays 3:30pm to 8pm Saturdays 7am to 8pm Sundays 4pm to 8pm. For home stays, as long as your puppy is okay with that long day shift, I will walk them before I leave and immediately upon my return from work.
Reviews
Stephanie is the best. So kind and sweet and loves our dogs to pieces. Would highly recommend!
Love Stephanie (and so do my fur babies!
I cannot accurately put into words how wonderful Stephanie’s care was for our dogs. You can tell she loves what she does. She kept me up to date and I never needed to worry. She sent great photos throughout. I would not hesitate to book her again!
Very friendly, prompt and professional. Will use Stephanie again!!
About Stephanie R.
Communication
Skills
Information Stephanie R. would like to know about your pet
I love ALL breeds and ages! These are questions we can discuss at our Meet and Greet. >Is there a feeding schedule for your animal/s? >Are they on any medications or have any medical conditions I should be aware of? >What is the normal distance or time they prefer on walks? Are they on a schedule? >Is their Veterinarian nearby in case of emergencies? >Do they get along well with other dogs or animals we may see on walks? >What special activities does your dog or cat enjoy or prefer?
A typical day
I enjoy walking with puppies (*note* I call dogs of all ages puppies) I love games of Fetch, Tug of war, or Keep Away (when they have a hold of something and enjoy the thrill of me attempting to get it back), and any other game your puppy would enjoy playing. I am also happy to spend a good amount of time giving belly rubs and butt scratches, as each dog prefers. Whatever makes your fur baby happy is what I will enjoy. I love a happy puppy.
Services
Stephanie can watch in your home
About Stephanie R.
Communication
Skills
Information Stephanie R. would like to know about your pet
I love ALL breeds and ages! These are questions we can discuss at our Meet and Greet. >Is there a feeding schedule for your animal/s? >Are they on any medications or have any medical conditions I should be aware of? >What is the normal distance or time they prefer on walks? Are they on a schedule? >Is their Veterinarian nearby in case of emergencies? >Do they get along well with other dogs or animals we may see on walks? >What special activities does your dog or cat enjoy or prefer?
A typical day
I enjoy walking with puppies (*note* I call dogs of all ages puppies) I love games of Fetch, Tug of war, or Keep Away (when they have a hold of something and enjoy the thrill of me attempting to get it back), and any other game your puppy would enjoy playing. I am also happy to spend a good amount of time giving belly rubs and butt scratches, as each dog prefers. Whatever makes your fur baby happy is what I will enjoy. I love a happy puppy.
Location
Cottage Grove, WI
Stephanie R.
Cottage Grove, WI