Suz H.
Dodgeville, MI
Services
Suz can host
Suz can care for
Availability
I currently work 4-5 days a week with around 8-10 hour shifts, but am able to leave mid-shift for a potty break and sometimes can do some work from home as well. I also live with my partner and sister who both have lots of similar experience with caring for animals and are happy to step in and help out as well. Many clients meet them and love that their pets get extra attention, often choosing to hire them for jobs when I'm unavailable.
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About Suz H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for client's pets, my first priority is safety. I make sure my client and I have contact information for each other and any additional contacts for emergencies. I make note of their preferred veterinarian and any concerns they might have. I also prefer a meet and greet to get to know each other and the animal(s). Then I have the owner walk me through their care routine and ask questions. Once I know the tasks for the job, I see if there is anything else I can do to make my client feel more comfortable. This includes providing frequent updates with pictures, and anything else needed for them to know their pet(s) are in good hands. I take constructive criticism well and look forward to providing the best services I can!
Home
Information Suz H. would like to know about your pet
Before meeting a pet I like to know of any special needs; do they require medication and if so when? Should I be aware of a condition they have or an injury they are recovering from? I also ask about their usual behavior, so I can tell if anything is out of the ordinary. Lastly I like knowing their reaction to people and other animals, along with the preferred way to respond, so I know what to expect to create a smooth introduction and for walks.
A typical day
Typical fun activities I do with dogs I watch are play/run around our dog yard, go for walks, enrichment activities (treat puzzles/lick mats), and practice things they have learned or assist in their learning of new skills. I personally like walking around parks and on hiking trails. If they enjoy other dogs, I have dogs of my own that will run/play with them and one is happy to come along for in house stays when welcomed. Obviously they are also showered with affection and cuddles as well, many times choosing to join me in bed at night and on the couch during the day. Some animals prefer their space, so we enjoy each other's company.
Location
Dodgeville, MI
Pets
Passionate & experienced pet lover
Pet care experience
My dedication and proficiency in learning new skills has led to caring for various unique animals and gaining hands-on knowledge. I am willing to care for any animals you need, just reach out! I have experience with dogs, cats, rats, bunnies, guinea pigs, snakes, geckos, fish, house birds, chickens, turkeys, ducks, pigs, cows, and sheep of various ages. I also have cared for dogs/cats that are blind, deaf, seizure prone and require medication (oral/injectable). I'm proficient in first aid basics for dogs and cats as well. I'm self-motivated and reliable, taking care of my family's pets from a young age and gaining endless experience since including taking care of countless neighbor's animals while growing up and continuing to do so. In addition to pet sitting, I have volunteered at various rescues and have fostered multiple cats, including a litter of five 4 week old kittens. Since fall 2019, I have been working with mushing kennels ranging from 10-70 dogs; through hard work and consistency, I became entrusted to care for and train dogs at these kennels, participating in multiple mushing races. I have assisted numerous mushers with their dogs at events and have learned a lot from them, along with veterinarians that attend. I'm practiced in raising multiple litters and took in a runt puppy temporarily when he required extra attention and bottle feeding. These experiences also resulted in me befriending a service dog trainer, who has helped me learn how to apply different training techniques to both dogs and cats. Now I have a sled dog of my own who has been a joy and given me insight into training my own dog for various sports plus service dog public access and tasks. Thanks for reading this glimpse into my experiences taking exceptional care of animals. I look forward to continuing to learn more and help others. I always take the opportunity to get to know each animal individually, tending to bond with them quickly. I would love to get to know you and your pets if you give me the chance!
Reviews
This was the first time using Rover and leaving my puppy with anyone. Suz’s sister Sky ended up coming to my home and-watching my puppy. Sky did a great job. Sky gave me a good run down of her sitting. I would use Sky again and Rover.
Boarding Deirdre and Maximus with Suz was great! She provided safe excellent care in her home and kept me updated during the stay.
Suz is an extremely kind, dependable, gentle, conscientious, and professional pet sitter. I'm pretty sure my three cats are quite glad when our family goes on vacation, because they get to hang out with Suz--and they are always very relaxed and content when we return. I can't thank Suz enough!
Suz is always so good with my three cats. They love her and she treats them like her own. She always goes the extra mile. I am so grateful for her help!
About Suz H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for client's pets, my first priority is safety. I make sure my client and I have contact information for each other and any additional contacts for emergencies. I make note of their preferred veterinarian and any concerns they might have. I also prefer a meet and greet to get to know each other and the animal(s). Then I have the owner walk me through their care routine and ask questions. Once I know the tasks for the job, I see if there is anything else I can do to make my client feel more comfortable. This includes providing frequent updates with pictures, and anything else needed for them to know their pet(s) are in good hands. I take constructive criticism well and look forward to providing the best services I can!
Home
Information Suz H. would like to know about your pet
Before meeting a pet I like to know of any special needs; do they require medication and if so when? Should I be aware of a condition they have or an injury they are recovering from? I also ask about their usual behavior, so I can tell if anything is out of the ordinary. Lastly I like knowing their reaction to people and other animals, along with the preferred way to respond, so I know what to expect to create a smooth introduction and for walks.
A typical day
Typical fun activities I do with dogs I watch are play/run around our dog yard, go for walks, enrichment activities (treat puzzles/lick mats), and practice things they have learned or assist in their learning of new skills. I personally like walking around parks and on hiking trails. If they enjoy other dogs, I have dogs of my own that will run/play with them and one is happy to come along for in house stays when welcomed. Obviously they are also showered with affection and cuddles as well, many times choosing to join me in bed at night and on the couch during the day. Some animals prefer their space, so we enjoy each other's company.
Suz H.
Dodgeville, MI