Hello! As a former pet owner without pets of my own right now, I’d love to spend my time keeping your pets company!

I have cared for cats, dogs, and horses, and want to provide reliable care in a way that makes you and your pets feel comfortable and safe. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need some help! 

My Pet-Sitting Approach

• A meet & greet to understand both you and your pet's needs, including routines, schedules, likes, and dislikes.
• Providing regular photos and updates!
• Showing up on-time, in accordance with our agreed upon schedule.
• Gentle, relaxed interactions with your pet(s), ensuring the their space remains comfortable and low-stress.
• Providing care to as to your specific instructions, including feeding, treats, cleaning etc.
• Scooping litter 1-2x/day.
• Ensuring your home remains clean and tidy for the duration of my visit. 

What I Need From You 

• Likes and dislikes of both you and your pet.
• Detailed pet routine - schedule and food information.
• Contact information for you while away.
• Veterinary preferences and contact information, including 2 emergency contacts.

Availability:

My schedule is currently quite flexible! I moved to Finland with my spouse for his job last year and am taking some time away from engineering through pet-sitting! 

I am happy to come to your home overnight or do drop in visits nearly anytime! Please reach out with your needs, as I'd be happy to discuss short or long-term arrangements and special rates!

About me:

I’ve loved animals my whole life and grew up caring for a variety - cats, dogs, and horses! I strive to treat each animal with patience and respect, ensuring both their basic and social needs are met. 

I spent my younger years growing up with a cat, a german shepard dog, and a few horses. Later in life, my little family consisted of my husband and I alongside our two cats, a blind greyhound dog, and an Arabian horse.

While all of our animals were adopted through various circumstances, our greyhound dog was a bit of a special case - he came from a racing kennel, but had never raced due vision loss, that eventually developed into full blindness. Despite this, he lived a happy, relatively normal life and we worked with him using voice cues like "step", "wait", and "watch out" to help him navigate life like a pro. Our cats both came to us from off the street, and my horse was adopted as a result of her retirement from a therapeutic riding stable. They lived their best lives, being spoiled and well loved until they passed on. 

Outside of my own animals, I've regularly lived and volunteered at horse farms, helping take care of horses, mini-donkeys, a sheep, cows, barn cats, and dogs. In those roles, I helped out with a bit of everything - supporting feeding, grooming, mucking, blanketing, turnout, minor first-aid, and general care. I've also helped manage senior horses, administering eye drops, treating cuts, and making sure they get a bit extra feed, blanketing, and attention during cold winter months to ensure their comfort and health.

Becuase I've owned and assisted in caring for animals with special needs I understand some animals require a bit of extra care, so I like to focus on the details and take a patient approach - adjusting to each animal individually to ensure they feel safe and at ease!

As a result of leaving my engineering role and moving with my spouse for his work, I have lots of time to spend with your pet(s) and very flexible schedule! Plus, with 15 years of experience in project management, you get a responsible sitter who knows how to communicate clearly and reliably throughout the duration of the partnership. 

No matter the task, I'm always up for learning and excited to provide everything from feeding and walks to ear scratches! Please don't hesitate to reach out - I'd love to meet you and your pet(s)!

Note: As I recently relocated to Finland, I am currently working on my Finnish language skills (A1.1, beginner level)! I am fluent in English, I am happy to accept roles working with familes in ANY language, but want to be transparent. I also do not own a car, but happy to come to your residence via public transportation/bike! My current visa provides the right to work in Finland. 

Additionally, if you, or someone you know is looking for horse care or farm sitting, I would be happy to discuss!