Pet Sitting by Val-accepting pups now too

$19/visit

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Introduction: I've been taking care of cats and dogs for ten years, mostly working with local pet franchises and helping my friend with her business. Your animals are my passion. You will receive daily updates and pictures when I take care of your pet. Rest assured, your pet will feel safe and secure with me.

Overview

Hired 23 times

Serves Garfield, NJ

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1 employee

3 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2023

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Kevin C.

Mar 9, 2024

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Val is an awesome pet sitter with a genuine love of animals. Super kind and responsive, she'll be your pet's best friend while you're away. In fact, I think our dog may have a better time with her than with us! Great price, and very professional. Highly recommend!

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Providing companionship • Providing exercise • Giving food and water • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.

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Monica B.

May 31, 2023

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As a first time cat parent having doggies most of my life I thought it would be easier to go on vacation for a few days and my fur baby would be fine on her own. Well I have always taken care of my pets like my children and Bella my tuxedo cat is no different. She has become very needy with the loss of her sister last year and I made the decision to hire a pet sitter this time. I had a really good feeling when I first contacted Val and upon meeting her in person I did not hesitate to hire her. Even though Bella was antisocial, Val kept me updated and my kitty ate very well during our absence. A sign perhaps she forgives for leaving her and was very happy when we came home. I highly recommend Val for taking care of your fur babies! We will be traveling again next month and will continue to work with Val! She rocks!

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.

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Jennifer G.

Feb 6, 2024

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Having never hired a cat sitter before I was pretty nervous. But I was going out of town and I needed somebody to look in on my cat a few times. I went on Thumbtack and found Valerie’s profile and was very impressed with her professionalism as well as her reviews. I also appreciated that she got back to me right away, even though she was out of town. We set up a meet and greet, and I was very impressed with her friendliness and professionalism. She took care of my cat, took pictures and even text me back if I had any questions or wanted to check in during my vacation. I am very grateful that I found somebody that I can trust and will definitely use her in the future.

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Providing companionship • Giving food and water • Standard visit (60 minutes) • A few times a week • My home, venue, etc.

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Ann D.

Aug 15, 2023

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Val was great! She was there in the time frames I asked to feed my cats. My boy Leo has IBS and needs to be on a strict diet and time schedule. She also gave me the secure feeling that my babies were well taken care of so I could relax and enjoy a much needed staycation with my family. Thank you, Val!!! 🌻

Details: Cat • 2 pets • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

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Nancy A.

Aug 9, 2023

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Val did an absolutely wonderful job taking care of our two kitties. Our two babies, Ebonee and Ivory, liked her right away. Val kept us updated and our kitties ate very well during our absence. She also sent pictures & updates every day. She went above and beyond with her work, and showed extreme dedication. She is kind and super detail oriented. I felt that our two kitties were in good hands and will definitely hire her again .

Details: Cat • 2 pets • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

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Valerie Palumbo

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What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I get some basic information about your pets and then we set up a free meet and greet.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Volunteer work with animals and working with Fetch Pet Care in Sussex County. I also help my friend with her business and have had cats of my own.

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