Susan S.
Sacramento, CA
Empty nester ISO cuddle buddies.
Pet care experience
I grew up on a farm with many different types of animals. We had chickens (so many chickens!), cows to milk, an elderly blind horse, goats and pigs occasionally, 17 outside cats, dogs of varying sizes, and a turkey, named Minerva. I am not new to responsible pet-ownership although I chose not to have pets while raising my daughter- she was responsibility enough! She is all grown up now and at this time in my life, I have time and would welcome occasional companionship, snuggles, and the opportunity to be of service.
Reviews
Susan took great care of Loki for the night and i truly appreciate her patience, organization, the photos she sent me, and her loving demeanor. I felt completely comfortable with her after our meet and greet, even with it being my first time ever using rover or a pet sitter in general. I would rebook her anytime and you should too!
As always, “Aunt” Susan takes wonderful care of girls. Cannot recommend her services enough!
Nestor is a one-person (ME! lol) cat and he has come to love Susan and looks forward to her visits. She is so patient and kind with him and respects his boundaries. Susan is the first person I ask when I need to go somewhere as I trust her 100% with my fur baby.
I thank my lucky stars for Susan. She is so kind and conscientious and sends great pics and reports. With patience and persistence, she has formed a wonderful relationship with my cat - who is not an easy A. It’s always a pleasure to work with her and she eases the difficulty of traveling and having to leave our best friend behind.
About Susan S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'm observant and very hands-on, preferring to be fully present with your beloved pets in their familiar home. I care deeply about the type of experience you would want to come home to and believe in leaving things better than I found them. I take care to clean up after myself and the babies you're entrusting me to care for.
Information Susan S. would like to know about your pet
Do they have accidents in the house? Are they aggressive with dogs or people? How do they respond to being on a leash and taking walks? Sometimes, animals with a history don't like to be touched in certain areas, is there any place I should avoid petting your pet? Are there any allergies I should be aware of? What words/commands do you use to communicate with your pet? Any tricky habits I should know about (i.e. don't leave food on counter, keep toilets closed, etc)?
A typical day
I walk daily and your pets are welcome to join me if you feel comfortable! I am not a fast walker but we can enjoy a leisurely stroll. For dogs that have more energy to burn, I can throw balls and play tug of war, or whatever your pet's preferences are. If your dog is a high-energy walker or puller, I may not be the best fit for their needs.
Services
Susan can watch in your home
Availability
I have a fairly flexible work schedule; much of which I can do wherever I am. On the occasions when I do need to leave, it is usually no more than 6 hours away at a time. I update my calendar frequently and coordinate my availability to reflect that. That means I get to spend more time with your pets!
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About Susan S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I'm observant and very hands-on, preferring to be fully present with your beloved pets in their familiar home. I care deeply about the type of experience you would want to come home to and believe in leaving things better than I found them. I take care to clean up after myself and the babies you're entrusting me to care for.
Information Susan S. would like to know about your pet
Do they have accidents in the house? Are they aggressive with dogs or people? How do they respond to being on a leash and taking walks? Sometimes, animals with a history don't like to be touched in certain areas, is there any place I should avoid petting your pet? Are there any allergies I should be aware of? What words/commands do you use to communicate with your pet? Any tricky habits I should know about (i.e. don't leave food on counter, keep toilets closed, etc)?
A typical day
I walk daily and your pets are welcome to join me if you feel comfortable! I am not a fast walker but we can enjoy a leisurely stroll. For dogs that have more energy to burn, I can throw balls and play tug of war, or whatever your pet's preferences are. If your dog is a high-energy walker or puller, I may not be the best fit for their needs.
Location
Sacramento, CA
Susan S.
Sacramento, CA