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Carrie R.

Morris Park, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•20 reviews
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I treat your pet as my own w/kindness

Pet care experience

I have a studio apartment and 2 cats, who I rescued (one from the street and the other was abandoned as a small kitten in a laundry room). I take good care of my pets, as well as others' pets. I can medicate, and groom your pet (brushing, trim nails, clean ears, bathe, dematting) and I will keep you posted as to how your dog/pet is doing, send photos, etc. (I can take care of other types of pets as well - cats, birds, rabbit, fish, gerbils..). I can feed your dog the food you have, or make home-made, healthy dog food, as I do for my cats. I don't have a backyard currently. I can walk your dog 2-4 times a day. I live near Bronx Park East and Pelham Parkway, where there is a park with alot of trees. Update: Currently, I can't have dogs in my home, but I can sit for your dog at your home. Many times dogs feel more relaxed in their own environment. I am trustworthy and reliable - feel free to see the Rover reels from my previous sitting jobs and my good reviews. I enjoy pet-sitting and walking dogs, and the pets are glad I stayed with them. I keep your home cleaner than when you left it. I only use environmentally friendly cleaning products, so your dog will be safe too. About this sitter: I have been an animal lover my whole life (I love all animals). I was raised with dogs, miniature schnauzers, who are wonderful dogs, loyal and smart, and I was the dog's main caretaker. I've had cats for many years, when I could not have a dog, and became very attached to my pets, providing the best care for them. I currently have 2 beautiful cats, who I rescued. When they were sick or aging, I give them homeopathic care and supplements, and whatever care they needed, to help them feel as comfortable as possible. I provide a quiet, safe, loving place for them to freely live their lives. I never held back on their care; even though I didn't have money sometimes, I found a way. I've rescued dogs and puppies (and cats, kittens, birds, a ferret, a hen) over the years that were homeless or in danger. I currently walk 3 sets of dogs (and another one intermittently), and I immensely enjoy their company and they do mine. I can groom, bathe, administer medicine or subcutaneous fluids. I will feed them your food or can make my own home-made healthy food, which dogs love. I've walked young puppies to large dogs of varied breeds. I will walk puppies more often than older dogs. I also can provide dog walking, cat care, and sitting for other animals, such as birds, hamsters, fish, rabbits. I've had pets my whole life. I have been professionally walking and pet-sitting for three years now, in different situations, some after surgery, in my home and in their home. I've taken dogs to the vet, to rehab, sat with them while recuperating, play with them in the home or out in the park/dog run. I take dogs on varied walk routes to make it interesting for them. When sitting cats, I clean the litter box (thoroughly), play with them, talk to them - I don't just come to feed cats and leave; cats are sensitive and need companionship as well as dogs. I've completed several sitting jobs through this Rover site, as well as on my own. I bathe, brush, clean ears, clip nails, etc. I take dogs on long walks to get out their pent-up energy, and throw the ball or frisbee to the dogs. I have a knack with shy pets - when being informed that cats won't come out of hiding when I sit for him (or her), they in fact do and even let me pet them and play with them. I do basic training with dogs, such as not pulling on the leash. I've had valuable experience in the past 3 years with different personalities and breeds of dogs. Why I love dog sitting I've been a dog lover my whole life. Ever since I can remember, our family had a dog, and I became the dog's caretaker when old enough. I enjoyed walking him, and he enjoyed it too. I always had a compassion toward all animals; it's engrained in me, in my DNA, I suppose. In later years, I had cats, as my lifestyle in a church-owned apartment didn't allow for dogs. But, again, I became the cats' caretaker and best buddy. I have rescued dogs, puppies, cats and kittens, even birds, a ferret, and other animals, over the years; I became vegan, out of my love for animals. I advocate for animals, have supported animal rescue groups, don't wear fur or leather, or use products tested on animals. I've been walking dogs for over two years, from small puppies to large dogs, a pit bull mix, even a pair of cloned dogs. I enjoy it immensely - the dogs are happy to see me when I come to pick them up, and I make the walks interesting and varied, going different routes or playing with them in the dog run, or just allowing them to be free to play with other dogs. (Of course, I watch carefully to make sure they're safe.) I've learned how to tell if a fight is about to break out; and about training dogs not to pull on the leash. I have experience with bathing, medicating, nail trim, minor wound care, and administering subcutaneous fluids. Meet my pets I have 1 older cat and an older kitten. They are both rescued, and both sweet. They like dogs. About my yard Currently, I don't have a backyard. There is a park near my home. The neighborhood is safe, as far as I know. I recently moved here. I like to change the route I walk my dogs, so they don't get bored. At one dogsitting job last year, I even took Aiden, a small dog, to Van Cortlandt Park on public trans, where they have a great dog run, and horses, and trails in the woods. He liked it. My experience administering medication Yes, I am. I have experience in topical and oral medication-giving. I also have experience in subcutaneous fluid administration, though it's been awhile.

Reviews

Marnie D.
Dog Boarding • Jun 21, 2015
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Carrie did a great job! She is great with my dogs.

Erica M.
House Sitting • Jun 15, 2015
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This was the second time Carrie took care of our cats. She did a great job caring for them and, as before, communicated with us frequently. We highly recommend Carrie!

Anna M.
House Sitting • Jun 11, 2015
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Carrie is incredibly caring and conscientious with our little puppy. She's particularly sensitive to how he's feeling and looks for cues and hints that many others would ignore. We completely trust her with our puppy George and our cat Penelope - she's also great at not playing favorites and loves them both equally. ;-) I would highly recommend her: very reliable, communicative and a true animal lover/expert.

Abbie P.
House Sitting • May 28, 2015
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Carrie is incredibly responsive and will answer messages and texts right away. She took great care of our goldendoodle, Izzo, while we were away for a week on our honeymoon, and gave us constant updates about how he was doing. She took him for long walks and took him to the park every single day. For the amount of care she gave, her rates are very reasonable.

About Carrie R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Carrie R. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if the dog is aggressive in any way - food aggression, or toy aggression, or with other dogs or cats. And anything else I should know to make his/her stay a good one. Of course, any medical or health-related issues, as well as house-training or incontinence, and whether the dog is spayed/neutered. I don't have a preference as to breed - I love all dogs.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks There is Pelham Parkway nearby, which is "green", lots of trees, and Bronx Park East, is not too far away. I can walk the dog in the residential neighborhood, as well, which is a safe area.. Whatever you desire, I will do. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog can sleep in the kitchen or the big room. I can provide a bed or blankets, unless you have. Or I can sit for your dog at your home. Time I'll spend with your dog I can spend as much time as you want me to spend with your dog, as I would want you to do for my dog (or cat). I walk dogs, so there are a few hours where I would not be home Mon. through Friday. Time I'll spend with your dog as much as you need

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$35per night
House Sitting
in your home
$48per night

Carrie can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Carrie can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Carrie R.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Carrie R. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know if the dog is aggressive in any way - food aggression, or toy aggression, or with other dogs or cats. And anything else I should know to make his/her stay a good one. Of course, any medical or health-related issues, as well as house-training or incontinence, and whether the dog is spayed/neutered. I don't have a preference as to breed - I love all dogs.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks There is Pelham Parkway nearby, which is "green", lots of trees, and Bronx Park East, is not too far away. I can walk the dog in the residential neighborhood, as well, which is a safe area.. Whatever you desire, I will do. Your dog's sleeping arrangement Your dog can sleep in the kitchen or the big room. I can provide a bed or blankets, unless you have. Or I can sit for your dog at your home. Time I'll spend with your dog I can spend as much time as you want me to spend with your dog, as I would want you to do for my dog (or cat). I walk dogs, so there are a few hours where I would not be home Mon. through Friday. Time I'll spend with your dog as much as you need

Location

bronx, NY

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Carrie R.

Morris Park, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•20 reviews