Walter O.
Washington, DC
Services
Walter can care for
Availability
I work remote here in DC and spending time with animals through Rover is really a labor of love - therefore I'm happy and able to provide 24/7 care if your home has a space/wifi available for working, and otherwise am around outside of business hours in the mornings, evenings, and weekends. Feel free to reach out if you're not sure if your needs align, my schedule can be flexible and we may be able to find a suitable middle ground.
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About Walter O.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
The most important aspect of taking care of your pet and your home is following your directions - I'm happy to take care of whatever is needed. That being said, I prioritize devoted attention to your pet and their needs, cleanliness in all environments (no animal should live in a dirty environment!), and direct and consistent communication.
Information Walter O. would like to know about your pet
The following questions, if applicable to your situation, are so that I can provide your pet the best possible care, and will probably be answered in either our pre-booking call or your pet's profile: • What sort of playing/petting does your pet most enjoy? • Feeding schedule? Walking schedule? • If we'll interact with them, how does your pet get along with other species? • Any meds, allergies, disabilities, or other similar special considerations? • Do you have a preferred vet or emergency contact? • Any triggers or behavioral quirks I should know? Separation anxiety? • Are there any useful commands that your pet knows? • Do you have any rules for them around the house? • Do you have any rules for me around the house? Any requests (mail, plants, etc.)? • Are you okay with/have space for me working from your home?
A typical day
Below I list out an easily adjustable sample day itinerary, and a list of potential activities: In planning a day with your pet, the most important priority is your instructions and the dog's temperament/abilities. Below I've laid out some guidelines based on typical expectations and needs - they are completely adjustable, however, and are purely intended as a sample itinerary. •Dog ºMorning walk: Begins 7am-8am, anywhere from 15mins-1hr. •Dogs and cats: ºMorning feeding: 8am, including fresh water. ºDaytime: 9am-5pm. Working from your apartment, pets are welcome to sit with me and will receive a few pet/play sessions throughout the day. •Dogs: Afternoon walk: Begins 5-6pm, anywhere from 15mins-1hr. •Dogs and cats: ºEvening feeding: 8pm, including fresh water. •Dogs: ºEvening walk: Begins 9-10pm, anywhere from 5-20mins. In addition, here's some ideas for activities I can do with your pets (if you see any you like, request them!): •All: º Brushing/grooming º Petting •Dogs: º Outdoor –Park visits –Fetch -Running! Less common request but doable, I'm a runner myself. º Indoor –Obedience practice –Tug of war •Cats: º Laser pointers, wand toys, toy chasing º Setting up puzzle feeders º Digital fun (iPad games, TV)
Location
Washington, DC
Walter O. 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.
Remote worker->24-7 cat/dog care!🐾
Pet care experience
⭐️Overview⭐️: Hey pet parents! I’m Walter, a DC-based pet sitter with 7 years of experience and a big heart for all four-legged beasties🐈. Whether your pet is a bouncy ball of energy or a mellow cuddle bug, I’m here to make sure they feel safe, happy, and loved while you’re away. I prioritize showing animals all the love and attention they deserve ❤️, maintaining a clean environment for the pet's sake (and your own) 🧹, and curating consistent and detailed communication to make sure you can enjoy your vacation worry-free 💬. ⭐️Availability & Care Strategy⭐️: As a remote worker, I can care for your pet as much as you or they could possibly want, provided I can work in your space. Otherwise I'm always around in the mornings, evenings, and weekends, outside of business hours. During this time I'll do all that I can to make sure you and your pets have a pleasant experience. In fact, here's a list of what I guarantee: • Daily communication of your pet's mood, feeding, walking, and medications, as applicable. • Pictures as frequently as desired, defaulting to daily unless you request otherwise. • An environment as clean or cleaner than when you left, and maintained throughout your absence. • Petting and playing to your fur baby's content. I also pride myself on flexibility: •No dog/cat's care needs are too specific, and no dog is too large or energetic. •Long term stays and last minute bookings are also no problem, provided I'm available. •Need plants watered? Mail brought in? Lights alternated? No sweat. ⭐️My background⭐️: I grew up with both dogs and cats growing up, so even before working with animals I was excited by them and accustomed to caring for them. I first started watching my neighbor's cat when I was a teenager in Washington, D.C. and was immediately hooked on how fun it can be to watch animals and support owners while they're out enjoying themselves. I then created my own mobile app for local pet care in high school, and took care of multiple repeating dog, cat, and even guinea pig clients over a 2-3 year span. I dropped the work in college to focus on my studies, but since graduating my passion for providing quality pet care has been reignited, and I'm happy to offer my services again. ⭐️Conclusion⭐️: Still have any unanswered questions? Excited and ready to meet? Feel free to reach out, and let's give your pet the care they deserve!
Reviews
Walter did a fantastic job with both of our animals and with our apartment. I appreciated the time he took into the daily reviews and communication was excellent! I would highly recommend and plan on booking again in the future!
Walter’s end of day report cards are the best. He is very detail oriented as demonstrated in the report cards and the questions he asked before and during the time he was watching my babies. I plan to rebook him for future services. Highly recommend!
Walter was one of the best dog carers I have had. He was awesome with my energetic dog who adored Walter. He provided a super sweet and thorough overview at the end of each day. Walter was flexible when I asked for additional hours. He was so great that I immediately followed up w another booking with him. I would definitely recommend him.
Walter is awesome! he followed my (long list of) instructions to the tea and was super communicative. He also provides detailed notes which i love!
About Walter O.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
The most important aspect of taking care of your pet and your home is following your directions - I'm happy to take care of whatever is needed. That being said, I prioritize devoted attention to your pet and their needs, cleanliness in all environments (no animal should live in a dirty environment!), and direct and consistent communication.
Information Walter O. would like to know about your pet
The following questions, if applicable to your situation, are so that I can provide your pet the best possible care, and will probably be answered in either our pre-booking call or your pet's profile: • What sort of playing/petting does your pet most enjoy? • Feeding schedule? Walking schedule? • If we'll interact with them, how does your pet get along with other species? • Any meds, allergies, disabilities, or other similar special considerations? • Do you have a preferred vet or emergency contact? • Any triggers or behavioral quirks I should know? Separation anxiety? • Are there any useful commands that your pet knows? • Do you have any rules for them around the house? • Do you have any rules for me around the house? Any requests (mail, plants, etc.)? • Are you okay with/have space for me working from your home?
A typical day
Below I list out an easily adjustable sample day itinerary, and a list of potential activities: In planning a day with your pet, the most important priority is your instructions and the dog's temperament/abilities. Below I've laid out some guidelines based on typical expectations and needs - they are completely adjustable, however, and are purely intended as a sample itinerary. •Dog ºMorning walk: Begins 7am-8am, anywhere from 15mins-1hr. •Dogs and cats: ºMorning feeding: 8am, including fresh water. ºDaytime: 9am-5pm. Working from your apartment, pets are welcome to sit with me and will receive a few pet/play sessions throughout the day. •Dogs: Afternoon walk: Begins 5-6pm, anywhere from 15mins-1hr. •Dogs and cats: ºEvening feeding: 8pm, including fresh water. •Dogs: ºEvening walk: Begins 9-10pm, anywhere from 5-20mins. In addition, here's some ideas for activities I can do with your pets (if you see any you like, request them!): •All: º Brushing/grooming º Petting •Dogs: º Outdoor –Park visits –Fetch -Running! Less common request but doable, I'm a runner myself. º Indoor –Obedience practice –Tug of war •Cats: º Laser pointers, wand toys, toy chasing º Setting up puzzle feeders º Digital fun (iPad games, TV)
Walter O.
Washington, DC