Stephanie Y.
Playa Vista, Topanga, CA
Services
Prices include all fees.
Stephanie can care for
Availability
I work remotely as a creative consultant and writer, which means that I'll be to share lots of peaceful energy with your pet. I send at least one daily photo and update (usually funny/goofy) but make immediate contact with any emergencies. I'm able to provide complimentary 20-minute meet & greets virtually, please book a 30-minute drop-in if you'd like a physical meet & greet.
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About Stephanie Y.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I travel to sit! Strand me on an island to hand-feed your special needs tropical fish (true story) or throw me into your Zona Romantica loft to snuggle your cerebrally challenged dog from stress-eating the side of your couch when the pirate ship sets off fireworks every night (also true story.) I'm bubbly-but-introverted and do best with animals who appreciate that. For example, I wouldn't fare well with a dog who had been trained to only respond to dominance and yelling. I charm animals with calm conversations and siiiinging I sometimes sit/work with my partner, Andrew, especially with 3+ dogs, so in that case you are getting buy one get one free :)
Information Stephanie Y. would like to know about your pet
Does the dog have triggers? Allergies? Any areas of the neighborhood I need to avoid? Have they been sent to training and are there certain words that I should know? Are they on a schedule? Are they not allowed on certain furniture?
A typical day
I love walking, jogging and hiking with dogs but I also enjoy staying in and writing novels while petting cats. I try to avoid hot days so I wake up early or go out at sunset to protect paws. Plant watering and taking in mail, within reason, is included in housesitting. My fees do not include pet grooming, airport pickup dropoff, cleaning your home, or errands, but I'm happy to help out for a small additional fee.I also have experience running errands, doing airport dropoffs/pickups and housecleaning (for an additional, typically $60/hr plus gas and tolls.)
Location
Topanga, CA
The Funny Sitter
Pet care experience
Non-smoking, uber-responsible, pet/child free, licensed, background-checked housesitter. I've been sitting everything from cats and dogs to lizards, rabbits, donkeys and even sheep for over 20 years, with a specialty in freshwater aquariums and plants As a former homeowner, I know what to do when the water boiler goes out, how to reset the WiFi, and all of the specialty stuff when it comes to California (earthquake & fire preparedness.) I can sneak meds into food like ninjas! I have lots of experience with senior cats, as well as administering cannabis for special needs. Time-specific special needs also available for an additional fee and must be discussed in advance (hospice, constant care, anxiety, kittens, puppies, etc.) For a meet & greet, please book a drop-in visit.
Cat care experience
Stephanie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Stephanie is the best. This is the second time we used her and will plan on scheduling her anytime we go away. She stayed in our apartment and navigated everything with the little communication we left because we didn't manage our time before leaving.
Stephanie was communicative, fun, and took great care of our cat. She kept the house in great condition. Thanks again Stephanie!
Great great great job taking care of my cat mars! Such fantastic communication and helped out all around the apartment. Stephanie is for sure my go to hire!
Communicative and punctual! A cat whisperer, Güs loved her 😻 12/10 would recommend
About Stephanie Y.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I travel to sit! Strand me on an island to hand-feed your special needs tropical fish (true story) or throw me into your Zona Romantica loft to snuggle your cerebrally challenged dog from stress-eating the side of your couch when the pirate ship sets off fireworks every night (also true story.) I'm bubbly-but-introverted and do best with animals who appreciate that. For example, I wouldn't fare well with a dog who had been trained to only respond to dominance and yelling. I charm animals with calm conversations and siiiinging I sometimes sit/work with my partner, Andrew, especially with 3+ dogs, so in that case you are getting buy one get one free :)
Information Stephanie Y. would like to know about your pet
Does the dog have triggers? Allergies? Any areas of the neighborhood I need to avoid? Have they been sent to training and are there certain words that I should know? Are they on a schedule? Are they not allowed on certain furniture?
A typical day
I love walking, jogging and hiking with dogs but I also enjoy staying in and writing novels while petting cats. I try to avoid hot days so I wake up early or go out at sunset to protect paws. Plant watering and taking in mail, within reason, is included in housesitting. My fees do not include pet grooming, airport pickup dropoff, cleaning your home, or errands, but I'm happy to help out for a small additional fee.I also have experience running errands, doing airport dropoffs/pickups and housecleaning (for an additional, typically $60/hr plus gas and tolls.)
Stephanie Y.
Playa Vista, Topanga, CA