Tessa S.
Portland, OR
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Tessa can care for
Availability
Having been a pet owner for several years, I recognize how important a pets schedule is to them as well as their owners. Early morning walks and meal time are no sweat for me. I prefer to take dogs on 2-3 longer walks per day, as well as additional brief potty breaks in between. It helps them exert energy and prevents indoor potty accidents!
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About Tessa S.
Communication
Safety, trust & environment
Whether caring for your animal in my home or yours, I respect the rules and boundaries you have set for your pet in regards to being allowed on furniture, etc. I’m a cuddler, so if they are not allowed on furniture then I will absolutely be spending time on the floor with them :) I have a reliable vehicle and can provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination/booster upon request.
Information Tessa S. would like to know about your pet
Helpful information for the safety of your pet would include any animal, noise, vehicle, human, and touch reactiveness. It’s all about what is best for your pet, so the more information you are able to provide, the better.
A typical day
I have great time-management skills so I am able to provide a lot of attention to your pet during traditional work hours. Your pet will go on walks in the neighborhood and I provide lots of attention indoors with either playtime or cuddles, your pet's choice!
Location
Portland, OR
Pets
Tessa S. 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.
Pet sitter/walker/lover in Piedmont
Pet care experience
*To my clients: I am recovering from knee surgery and am not offering dog walking at this time.* Hi! I was a pet parent for 14 years and lost both of my senior dogs about 3 years ago. I have experience with dogs and cats of all sizes and ages, as well as a wide range of special needs including medication administration and training with positive reinforcement. I have most recently been caring for pets of friends and personal referrals only, but am able to take on new clients since transitioning to working from home full-time.
Reviews
Tessa is great, if I could leave 6 stars I would! She’s communicative and friendly, was open to a last minute schedule change, and made us feel safe leaving our kitty in her care. Thanks again Tessa!
Tessa was an amazing caretaker for our 2 cats while we were gone for 5 days. I’m always nervous to leave my girls that long, but she gave such thorough updates and provided details from her visit that made me feel so good about leaving them in her care. She went above and beyond with making sure the house was taken care of as well (brought in mail, vacuumed litter, took out the trash, cleaned cat puke). 10/10 would recommend.
Wow, I do not know where to start! Tessa is an amazing sitter. Meatball has either IBD or GI lymphoma. He gets 7 meds a day and has a varied menu to keep him comfy. It took me a while to get used to his rigorous schedule, but Tessa took too quickly and really made sure she understood it. She asked really good questions that helped me clarify my instructions for the future. Beyond that, she took time to gain Meatball's trust, which I really appreciated. She genuinely cares about your pet like her own. I was nervous about leaving Meatball, but I was so relieved after reading the extremely detailed notes and all pictures and videos she sent. Meatball looked better then when we left him! ☺️ I hope Tessa will be around for our next trip.
I'd give 6 stars if I could
About Tessa S.
Communication
Safety, trust & environment
Whether caring for your animal in my home or yours, I respect the rules and boundaries you have set for your pet in regards to being allowed on furniture, etc. I’m a cuddler, so if they are not allowed on furniture then I will absolutely be spending time on the floor with them :) I have a reliable vehicle and can provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination/booster upon request.
Information Tessa S. would like to know about your pet
Helpful information for the safety of your pet would include any animal, noise, vehicle, human, and touch reactiveness. It’s all about what is best for your pet, so the more information you are able to provide, the better.
A typical day
I have great time-management skills so I am able to provide a lot of attention to your pet during traditional work hours. Your pet will go on walks in the neighborhood and I provide lots of attention indoors with either playtime or cuddles, your pet's choice!
Tessa S.
Portland, OR