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Stephanie R.

Valley Village, CA

7 reviews
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Experienced, reliable, & affordable

Pet care experience

If you're looking for a loyal, compassionate and reliable sitter, you've come to the right place. I'm an experienced dog-caretaker looking for some more furry friends, and some humans to help out! I love how I feel when I'm spending time with dogs--it's impossible to be unhappy when you've got a wagging tail in your face--and as a pet owner myself, I understand how to provide top-notch care. My love of dogs began early because my family believed that "a family isn't complete without a dog." Therefore, my absolute LOVE for dogs began as a little girl, and our family always had at least one dog--usually two or more. This passion continued as I grew older. My mom and I began to foster dogs when I was 11, and it was a big part of my life until I graduated from high school. When I moved to go to college, I began volunteering at the local humane society because I missed my family dogs so much. By the end of my freshman year, I had a puppy of my own (my current Yorkie) and I started my own business walking/taking care of my friends' and other classmates' dogs. Basically, you can't keep me away from my furry friends! I am well-acquainted with dogs of all sizes and temperaments and have experience dealing with almost any breed. I know that each dog is unique, and I look forward to providing personally-tailored services that will leave you feeling 100% secure and comfortable when you are away from home. I started this type of work because I love dogs and because I understand the anxiety that comes with trusting a new person with your dog. My dog is my baby and it's a big deal for me to trust anyone with him. I assure you that I will treat your dog/s as my own. Therefore, I like to meet the pet owner & pet before proceeding any further. Please contact me anytime to set up a FREE consultation!

Reviews

Debbie B.
Jan 10, 2017

Let me start by saying Stephanie grew up loving animals. One of her first wishes was to have a dog and she got her first one at three years old. She loved him and learned quickly how to take care of him. We had that dog for thirteen wonderful years. We also added to the home many other dogs as I was a westie foster mom. So Stephanie watched me take care of these animals and play a part in finding them a home. Stephanie will be an excellent dog caregiver. She will provide them a great deal of love and attention. She will put the dog owner's mind at ease.

Ryan T.
Dec 30, 2016

Stephanie has been a dog lover ever since I have known her! Her family had several rescued animals growing up, most of which due to Stephanie's loving behest. She's the type of person that always wants to help an animal in need. The times I left my own dog with her I never worried about him and he always came back happy and tail wagging!

Joseph W.
Dec 27, 2016

Stephanie was like a mother to my pit bull mix, and walked him weekly for over a year. My dog is stubborn and not the best on a leash, but after just one week after Stephanie started walking him, I could already see an improvement in his behavior! So not only did Stephanie provide me the peace of mind of knowing my dog was taken care of while I was at work, she helped to improve his behavior and temperament! After one conversation with Stephanie, her overall love of animals, and dogs in particular, became apparent to me, and I was amazed at the amount of information she had for me! (Suggestions for nutrition, training, etc.) I was so sad to learn Steph would be moving away -- she had become like part of the family! -- but I hope that, at the very least, this testimonial helps to give an idea of the way Stephanie does her job, and that she keeps making people (and their dogs!) happy and at-peace while they are away from home.

Caroline C.
Dec 27, 2016

My dog absolutely loves Stephanie. I never had to worry when Stephanie was taking care of my dog. I knew he was in great hands always getting plenty of exercise and affection. Now Stephanie lives on the other side of the country and I am still trying to find a dog sitter as great as her!

About Stephanie R.

Communication

90% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

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

Information Stephanie R. would like to know about your pet

I want to know as much as I can about your dog! I want to know their routine, their feeding habits, can they have treats and are they on any medication? I also want to know where everything is in the house and who I can contact in case of an emergency. If possible, I also ask for the most recent health records so that I can see that the dog is healthy and up to date on their shots too.

A typical day

When your dog stays with me, the outdoor activities we could participate in are limitless. We could explore many of our beautiful local parks--Griffith Park, Runyon Canyon and Silverlake Dog Park are some of my favorite places to bring a furry friend. When we're inside, we'll spend time enjoying each other's company (plus, I am great at giving belly-rubs).

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Stephanie can watch in your home

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

About Stephanie R.

Communication

90% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

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

Information Stephanie R. would like to know about your pet

I want to know as much as I can about your dog! I want to know their routine, their feeding habits, can they have treats and are they on any medication? I also want to know where everything is in the house and who I can contact in case of an emergency. If possible, I also ask for the most recent health records so that I can see that the dog is healthy and up to date on their shots too.

A typical day

When your dog stays with me, the outdoor activities we could participate in are limitless. We could explore many of our beautiful local parks--Griffith Park, Runyon Canyon and Silverlake Dog Park are some of my favorite places to bring a furry friend. When we're inside, we'll spend time enjoying each other's company (plus, I am great at giving belly-rubs).

Location

North Hollywood , CA

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Stephanie R.

Valley Village, CA

7 reviews