Susan M.
Catonsville, MD
Services
Susan can care for
Availability
I offer 30-minute drop-in visits for dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles, and birds. I provide dog walk and backyard play sessions for dogs. I am available during the week and on the weekends to provide morning, mid-day, evening, and overnight visits for your pets. I am also available to stay overnight with your pets two nights in a row. Due to my own pets needs I am not able to accommodate more than two overnights in a row. However, if your dog is able to spend one night on their own, I am able to stay a total of three nights. I would stay overnight with your pup the first two days, on the third day provide day services only (3-5 visits), and then on the fourth day spend the last night with your pup.
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About Susan M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I am at a client's home, I make sure to take detailed notes about my new pet client's daily routine and needs. I send detailed updates to my pet clients parents to let them know how their furry family members are doing. I always ensure that the home is safe for the pet before I leave from my visit. I make sure that pets have safe access to water, food, and a comfortable place to rest. I also ask their pet parents if they or their pets have any food allergies. I make sure to check the floor for any items a pet may have gotten into while their pet parents were away. When I leave always make sure all doors are secure
Information Susan M. would like to know about your pet
I like to make sure all pets are up to date with their required vaccinations and if they are microchipped. I will ask them for their veterinarian's contact information and an emergency contact if I am not able to get of hold of them while I am caring for their pet. if their dog or cat has any known allergies, health conditions, including fear and anxiety. I ask them if their dog has any leash reactivity to other dogs, people, loud vehicles, skateboards. I will ask them if their dog is afraid of fireworks or thunderstorms.
A typical day
I like to find out from their pet parents what their pet's favorite activities, favorite toys, and favorite treats. If I am doing a drop-in visit such as a mid-day walk. On our walk I like to bring along their dog's favorite treats so we can play a little "find it" where I toss some of their treats along our walk for their pup to find. Then after our walk we come back for some cuddle time. I enjoy tossing the ball around for them or playing a little game of tug. Then I refresh their water for them and I usually leave them with a fun food puzzle such as Kong. Which they can enjoy after I leave.
Location
Catonsville, MD
Pets
Susan M. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Dog & Cat Pet Sitter, Dog trainer,
Pet care experience
I have experience caring for senior dogs and cats, administering medications, and providing additional care & support. I have animal husbandry experience caring for parrots, turtles, snakes, lizards, frogs, toads, Chinchillas, Guinea pigs, and fancy rats. I also work part-time as a professional dog trainer. I enjoy teaching puppy and dog manners classes. I absolutely love working with animals every day!
Cat care experience
Susan also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Susan is our go to. She’s basically our pets’ god mother 🤣. Not only is she a phenomenal pet sitter with cute pics and updates.. But her knowledge of animal behavior is impeccable. 100/10 recommend her to pet sit as well as training sessions. She’s been with us since we first brought our puppy home and has made such a positive impact on her behavior. I always tell my friends/family about her!❤️
Susan was so great and trustworthy with our pups! She was always on time and sent multiple photos and check ins to put us at ease and let us know how they were doing! Would recommend her to anyone!
Susan took excellent care of our pets and our house while we were gone. I really appreciate how attentive she is to our dog and love the communication and pictures!
Susan has been wonderful with our dog. She plays with him and provides great updates! She has offered great suggestions and advice to us. We are grateful to have found her!
About Susan M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When I am at a client's home, I make sure to take detailed notes about my new pet client's daily routine and needs. I send detailed updates to my pet clients parents to let them know how their furry family members are doing. I always ensure that the home is safe for the pet before I leave from my visit. I make sure that pets have safe access to water, food, and a comfortable place to rest. I also ask their pet parents if they or their pets have any food allergies. I make sure to check the floor for any items a pet may have gotten into while their pet parents were away. When I leave always make sure all doors are secure
Information Susan M. would like to know about your pet
I like to make sure all pets are up to date with their required vaccinations and if they are microchipped. I will ask them for their veterinarian's contact information and an emergency contact if I am not able to get of hold of them while I am caring for their pet. if their dog or cat has any known allergies, health conditions, including fear and anxiety. I ask them if their dog has any leash reactivity to other dogs, people, loud vehicles, skateboards. I will ask them if their dog is afraid of fireworks or thunderstorms.
A typical day
I like to find out from their pet parents what their pet's favorite activities, favorite toys, and favorite treats. If I am doing a drop-in visit such as a mid-day walk. On our walk I like to bring along their dog's favorite treats so we can play a little "find it" where I toss some of their treats along our walk for their pup to find. Then after our walk we come back for some cuddle time. I enjoy tossing the ball around for them or playing a little game of tug. Then I refresh their water for them and I usually leave them with a fun food puzzle such as Kong. Which they can enjoy after I leave.
Susan M.
Catonsville, MD