Tessa W.
Huntington, WV
Services
Tessa can care for
Availability
Pet care fits naturally into my schedule! I currently work part-time, which gives me flexibility to provide pet care around my work hours. I’m generally available for evening drop-in visits and walks, and I can also offer overnight house sitting on weekends when I’m not scheduled to work. I’m happy to work with your pet’s normal routine and make sure they receive the attention, exercise, companionship, and care they need while you’re away. I’ll always communicate my availability clearly and do my best to accommodate your pet’s schedule!
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About Tessa W.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety, Trust & Environment I understand that trusting someone with your pet is a big responsibility. My priority is creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment where your pet can feel secure while you’re away. My professional experience has taught me how to recognize animal body language, identify signs of stress or discomfort, safely manage different personalities, and prevent potentially unsafe situations before they happen. I take introductions slowly and respect each pet’s individual boundaries, whether they are outgoing and playful or shy and nervous. I also understand the importance of maintaining your pet’s normal routine. I’ll follow your instructions regarding feeding, walks, medications, potty breaks, crate routines, and other care needs as closely as possible. You can expect honest communication, dependable care, and updates so you know how your pet is doing. My goal is for both you and your pet to feel comfortable, safe, and confident while they’re in my care.
Location
Huntington, WV
Pets
Experienced Care for Every Pet
Pet care experience
Hi! I'm an animal care professional who really enjoys working with pets and making sure they feel safe, comfortable and taken care of when their people are not around. 🐾 I have a lot of hands on experience caring for dogs and other animals. I have worked in animal shelters and currently working as an Assistant Manager at a highly-rated dog boarding and daycare facility. From these experiences I have learned a lot about animal body language, behavior, handling, how to use a leash and how to create a calm space for pets that have different personalities and needs. I also know how to give medications, including special kinds of medications and injections when it is needed. I have experience seeing signs that animals are stressed or that there is a conflict between them. I know how to step in when it is necessary and I focus a lot on preventing problems and keeping every pet safe. No matter if your pet needs a fun walk a visit at home some company while you're away or careful attention to their daily routine I can offer care that is tailored to what makes them most comfortable. I understand how important it is to trust someone with your pets and your home. I take that duty very seriously. My goal is for you to feel sure that your pets are, with someone who's knowledgeable, capable and kind. ❤️🐶🐱 I would really like the chance to meet you and your pets!
Cat care experience
Tessa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Nala loved her walk!
Tessa is truly exceptional when it comes to animal care. She has taken care of my four large dogs—including three bully breeds and a Saint Bernard—and her ability to manage them with such confidence, patience, and skill is amazing. With her strong background in shelter work and doggie daycares, she brings both deep professional expertise and genuine enthusiasm to everything she does. Beyond her incredible way with animals, she delivers outstanding customer service—communicating clearly, remaining completely reliable, and bringing wonderful peace of mind to pet parents. Whether she’s leading engaging activities, reinforcing obedience training, or handling high-stress situations with absolute composure, Tessa consistently puts the safety and happiness of the animals first. She is dependable, highly professional, and my dogs absolutely adore her. I couldn't ask for a more trustworthy, loving, and dedicated caregiver.
About Tessa W.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety, Trust & Environment I understand that trusting someone with your pet is a big responsibility. My priority is creating a safe, calm, and comfortable environment where your pet can feel secure while you’re away. My professional experience has taught me how to recognize animal body language, identify signs of stress or discomfort, safely manage different personalities, and prevent potentially unsafe situations before they happen. I take introductions slowly and respect each pet’s individual boundaries, whether they are outgoing and playful or shy and nervous. I also understand the importance of maintaining your pet’s normal routine. I’ll follow your instructions regarding feeding, walks, medications, potty breaks, crate routines, and other care needs as closely as possible. You can expect honest communication, dependable care, and updates so you know how your pet is doing. My goal is for both you and your pet to feel comfortable, safe, and confident while they’re in my care.
Tessa W.
Huntington, WV