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Amy, RN-On-Sabbatical, M

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Registered Nurse Widening The Circle Of Compassion To Embrace All Living Creatures...
Denver, Colorado
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Pet Sitter in Denver, Colorado

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*Geographical location matters not; I am willing to travel - - see Denver Metro/Colorado Springs/Southwest, CO references - - below* I'm a Registered Nurse on sabbatical, retired Medic/resident Firefighter who has over a decade of pet/house - sitting experience. I hold heart - space for/enjoy the company of all animals, like to nurture outdoor & indoor plants/gardens, play in the wilderness, travel/explore new places & meet new people. I'm detail - oriented, patient, generous with my time & respect/treat one's home as sacred space. It is my mission to continue extending compassionate care to pets - - to be a loving, attentive, interactive, human companion who offers comfort & security while maintaining their daily routine. In the event you are to be away from home &/or your beloved animal/s, it is my pleasure to co - create a win - win situation for all concerned; it is my goal to offer dependable, reassuring service to both you and your pet/s. **I've taken Red Cross Pet CPR/First Aid & PetTech courses. I'm to complete the nationally recognized ProPetHero class & NAPPS certification program next Winter/Spring. These classes teach a systematic approach to recognizing medical illness/traumatic injuries in pets & cover basic techniques re initial stabilization/transport of animals in an emergency situation. The NAPPS program includes specialized courses related to pet safety/care/health/nutrition, animal behavior as well as business development/management. Furthermore, I spent several weeks observing/learning from an Avian Veterinarian & the director/employees of the Gabriel Foundation. The Gabriel Foundation is an agency that rescues/treats/provides for exotic birds, pairs them with compassionate/responsible/compatible foster - humans, facilitates permanent home placement/adoption as well as educates bird - caretakers. Umbrella & Lesser, Sulphur - Crested Cockatoos in need of love, extensive medical/behavioral/social & nutritional support were adored, feathered - foster - children in my home for several years.** ~ Professional Background ~ Includes experience in the capacity of a: - Registered Nurse/Medic/Firefighter, CPR Instructor/Public Educator, Children's Activity Director/Camp Counselor, Day Care and Preschool Attendant (Assistant Manager of "Cub Care" [infant day care] at ski resort), Nanny/Babysitter, Personal Assistant/House & Pet - sitter, Personal Trainer, Dance Instructor, Jewelry Designer/Beading Instructor, Customer Service Clerk/Cashier ~ Other Applicable Education/Studies, Training/Personal Research and Experience ~ Includes that which is related to the following: - animal behavior, therapeutic touch/massage, music/sound/dance/art therapy, psychology, relaxation/meditation techniques, aromatherapy & nutrition/holistic wellness (as each pertains to cultivating the well - being of both animals & humans) ~ Personal Likes And Community Involvement, Other Interests/Hobbies ~ I'm a big fan of random acts of kindness & serendipitous discovery. I value sharing "the human condition,” place importance/focus upon supporting that which serves the greater good & actively advocate for children, animals/wildlife/nature. Outdoor recreation with animal & human companions (hiking, snowshoeing, rafting, canoeing, surfing, bird - watching, horseback riding, going to the driving range, gardening, identifying rocks & feathers, flying kites) = at the top of my "Fun List." Photography, beading/designing jewelry, drumming, expressive dance, writing/blogging, reading, binge - watching internet/network series/movies, bowling, antiquing, spontaneous road trips/travel adventures, trivia games, gemology, ornithology, ancestry, forensics, the healing arts, cooking/baking are several, more of the numerous hobbies/activities/subjects that interest me & enhance my life. ~ References ~ *PetSitter reference - - current client in Colorado Springs, CO: Amanda L., cateyez111@gmail PetSitter reference - - current client (since July 2017) in Denver, CO: Mindy A., armesm89@yahoo House/Plant - sitter client - - long - term in Dolores, CO (since 2013): Chuck M., chuckmarchese@yahoo Pet/House - sitter client - - long - term (since 2008) in Mancos, CO: Deann R., dreneeruth@gmail * NOTE: I'm willing to travel to other cities/states/countries and execute extended, overnight, long - term pet/house - sitting duties. I avoid limiting myself to serving just Denver/Aurora/Boulder areas and the communities of Southwest, CO (Durango, Mancos, Dolores, Cortez). I'll consider offers in most places. I AM FLEXIBLE; MY PERSONAL & TRAVEL PLANS ARE DICTATED BY YOUR PET/HOUSE - SITTING NEEDS & ASSIGNMENT SPECIFICS.
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Experience

Birds
Cats
Dogs
Exotic pets
Farm animals
Fish
Lizards/reptiles
Small mammals

Services

Responsibilities include:
Dog Walking
House calls
Overnight care
Pet Sitting
Pet feeding

Recommendations

Mindy A

Amy has watched my 'boys' a few times now as well as stayed in my home with them while I've been away. She has been exceptional at keeping my boys happy, healthy, and caring for my home while I have been gone. She is very professional, keeps me updated on all things and I have immense trust in her experience and capabilities. Definitely recommend!

Chuck M

Amy has been my house and plant - sitter for the past four years. She also assists me in taking care of my friends' 12 year old Rottweiler, 5 year old Lab - mix, 12 chickens, 2 ducks, numerous indoor and outdoor plants. I've always been more than pleased with her work ethic, conscientiousness and dependability. Upon returning from a trip, my apartment is cleaner than it was before I left and my plants appear healthier. Amy is bright, detail - oriented, compassionate and intuitive particularly when it comes to animals. All the neighborhood dogs and wildlife (especially the birds) are friends with her. Amy also has an extensive, medical background including nursing and fire and rescue work which I believe contributes to her ability to successfully problem - solve and manage challenging situations. I wholeheartedly recommend her as a house/pet - sitter with many, other possibilities.

Amanda L

My family hired Amy so we could travel from Colorado to California for about 4 days for a dream trip. We had an initial meet and greet where she met us, our animals, and we went through all the details of animal care in our household. When we left for our trip, Amy was punctual getting to our home and gave us frequent updates and pictures of our 2 dogs (7-year-old Staffordshire terrier, 7-month-old German Shepard/Border Collie Mix), 2 bearded dragons, and 3 male ferrets. She even did all the extra things like plenty of dog walks, worked with leash training, and had a pool party for the ferrets :). When we came home, she was waiting for us to give an in-depth update on the last 4 days. The house was well taken care of as well as all of our babies. We will certainly hire Amy again for any trips we take for in-home pet sitting because my family and pets just adore her! Thank you, Amy! The Lupers

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