Specialties
Becoming a pet sitter changed my life. For the first time, I truly love what I do. I have worked with dozens of customers (many of them repeat customers) in the East Bay (primarily Berkeley, Oakland, Emeryville, and south Albany) and look forward to working with you.
I have over eight years of animal shelter experience and have been a professional pet sitter since 2021. Along with all I have learned from shelter staff, volunteers, and the numerous books and articles I’ve read about cat behavior, I am certified in Pet CPR and First Aid. I also completed a rigorous training on Cat Behavior through Animal Behavior College and am currently a volunteer at Cat Town in Oakland.
I don't just take care of cats! I also walk dogs and do dog drop-in visits and have experience taking care of turtles, hamsters, mice, and fish.
History
Established in 2021.
I started pet sitting in 2021 after doing a lot of soul searching and research about what would be the best job for me. When I realized Jackson Galaxy had my dream job, I thought, "Why can't I work with cats too as my career?" I've been building up the business since then and am happy to report that I have worked with dozens of clients taking care of their cats (and walking dogs and taking care of other animals like turtles, mice, and fish) and have many repeat customers.
Meet the Business Owner: Melanie B.
I’ve lived with and been obsessed with cats most of my life, including my first cat when I was five (RIP Smokey). Being a lifelong pet owner, I know the concerns you have, which is why it’s stressful for me every time I hire a new pet sitter. My passion is relieving you and your cat or other pets of stresses that can occur when you're away. Plus I love meeting new cats!
I have over eight years of cat shelter experience and have been a professional pet sitter since 2021. Along with all I have learned from shelter staff and volunteers and the numerous books and articles I’ve read about cat behavior, I am also certified in Pet CPR and First Aid and completed a rigorous training on Cat Behavior through Animal Behavior College.
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