About me
I've had animals
my whole life. Still do.
I live and work here in Encinitas, and animals have been part of every version of my life so far. These days my house is run by three cats and one dog.
Three cats means I've cleaned every kind of mess, given medication to a cat who hated me for it, and learned that "she's shy" is usually just an introduction problem. One dog means I know what a good walk does for a dog's whole day — not the mile count, the mood after.
I do this because I absolutely love it, which is the only honest reason to hand somebody your house key. I'm happy to work any day, at any time, holidays included. Christmas morning, Thanksgiving evening, the six a.m. before your flight — if your animal needs someone, I'll be there.
You'll get photos, because I'd want them. You'll get a plain description of how the visit actually went, because a dog who refused the last ten minutes of a walk is worth knowing about. And you'll get care from someone who knows your animal's routine, so nobody has to start over with a stranger every visit.
Currently at home
Three cats. One dog. Zero quiet mornings.
What you can count on
Four little promises, every visit.
Personal care, not a call center
You talk to me, not a dispatch desk — and every visit comes with a photo and an honest note.
On time, or a message first
Traffic on the 5 is real. If I'm going to be late, you hear it from me, not from a tracker.
Any day, any hour
Holidays, early mornings, the Tuesday you got stuck at work. Being flexible costs you nothing extra.
A straight answer about money
Rates before you book, in writing. No surprise fee for a weekend or a second cat.
"Any day, any time, holidays included" isn't a slogan. It's just my calendar.
Tell me what your animal needs and when. I'll tell you honestly whether I can do it well — and if I can't, I'll say so.