Veronika T.
Ramsey, MN
Staying paw-sitive!
Pet care experience
Honestly, I probably have more than 10 years of caring for a personal pet. I just figured that I was about 11 years old when I actually knew how to do it on my own without the help of a guardian. My very first pet was a puppy! I have cared for and looked after MANY types of dog breeds from Yorkshire Terriers to Great Danes to Pitbulls. My ex-partner and I got a Sheppit and that was the first time that I actively trained a puppy. He was extremely responsive to commands and behaviors before he turned one year old! In regards to patience to train dogs, I believe that I handle and manage it well. I always want to make sure that positive behaviors get properly implemented in order to have a well-behaved pet. Not only have I trained a puppy, but I understand the importance of losing a pet due to health issues. Months prior to getting my Sheppit, I had a Pitbull mix that had many health concerns from a yeast infection in his ears to a prolonged, undiagnosed, digestive issue (undiagnosed due to vets not finding the source). During my time caring for him, I was administering the medications that the vet provided- effectively and avoiding fear and trauma to arise. Aside from dogs, I have looked after many other kinds of animals! I have had a handful of cats in my life whether they were mine, a family member's, a friend's cat, or one that my roommates had. When I volunteered at an animal shelter, I often cared for the cats rather than the dogs. I tended to their litter boxes and made sure they had food and water. Aside from basic pets like dogs and cats, I have also cared for birds, hamsters, and snakes (and all at once)!
Reviews
Veronika is without a doubt the most passionate animal person I know. Every time I go somewhere with her she wants to pet, and play with every animal she sees. She is also amazing in the fact that she will always do any grooming-related chores with my dog such as clipping his nails and brushing him bi-weekly. I think she is a perfect caregiver for any type of animal and I would confidently leave my dog with her for 1 month or more without worrying for one second.
Veronika is such a wonderful pet sitter. She’s on time, kind, and very passionate at what she does. She gives soo much love to animals. I would absolutely recommend her.
Veronika has always had a way with animals! She’s so sweet and caring towards them. When she took care of my cats, they didn’t want to leave her side because they loved her so much!
About Veronika T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Unfortunately, I cannot board pets in an apartment complex which is where I reside. Going to care for pets in a client's home is no different than caring for my own pets. I'd say I treat them just like my own; putting my heart and soul into making sure they are properly cared for. I need everyone involved to feel trust.
Information Veronika T. would like to know about your pet
I feel that I don't have much of a preference in pets besides no extreme violence and zero potty training experience. Even then, if I am able to meet the animals first to see if I could assist in training, I would be willing under the right circumstances! Please let me know of health concerns that I might need to keep an eye on, specific routines and how things are done to maintain consistency for the animals, and if they have behaviors that are vastly different than other animals of their kind.
A typical day
Something that I missed about owning a large dog was the extreme requirement of going on walks with them instead of just running around the yard or house. Of course, I would take smaller dogs on walks, too. I think it's so silly when they stop to smell something, sneeze a little, and then walk on like nothing happened! I also enjoy playing tug of war with dogs and their favorite toys. (I'd say I'm near a professional at it, haha!) As long as the space allows, I love interacting in fun activities with animals that gets their brains working and their energy put to good use. Who knows- maybe a pet will just stare (+ a little head tilt) at an animated Disney movie like my cat did!
Services
Veronika can watch in your home
Availability
I am currently pursuing a position in healthcare at the moment but I am unemployed currently. With that being said, I am super open and flexible when it comes to scheduling! This will be the sole thing I do as an interim job; no other obligations.
About Veronika T.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Unfortunately, I cannot board pets in an apartment complex which is where I reside. Going to care for pets in a client's home is no different than caring for my own pets. I'd say I treat them just like my own; putting my heart and soul into making sure they are properly cared for. I need everyone involved to feel trust.
Information Veronika T. would like to know about your pet
I feel that I don't have much of a preference in pets besides no extreme violence and zero potty training experience. Even then, if I am able to meet the animals first to see if I could assist in training, I would be willing under the right circumstances! Please let me know of health concerns that I might need to keep an eye on, specific routines and how things are done to maintain consistency for the animals, and if they have behaviors that are vastly different than other animals of their kind.
A typical day
Something that I missed about owning a large dog was the extreme requirement of going on walks with them instead of just running around the yard or house. Of course, I would take smaller dogs on walks, too. I think it's so silly when they stop to smell something, sneeze a little, and then walk on like nothing happened! I also enjoy playing tug of war with dogs and their favorite toys. (I'd say I'm near a professional at it, haha!) As long as the space allows, I love interacting in fun activities with animals that gets their brains working and their energy put to good use. Who knows- maybe a pet will just stare (+ a little head tilt) at an animated Disney movie like my cat did!
Location
Ramsey, MN
Pets
Veronika T.
Ramsey, MN