Super Short About Me:

• UvA student living in Haarlem
• Loves animals of all shapes, sizes, colors, and temperaments
• Trained volunteer in Ciapkowo animal shelter in Gdynia, Poland
• Took care of friends' and family's pets many, many times
• Had a pet basically all my life (guinea pig, hamster, dog, cat)
• Comfortable with cleaning litter boxes, picking up poop, giving medicine, walking, training, difficult animals 
• Available around Haarlem and Amsterdam 

Slightly Longer About Me:

I'm a student at the UvA, from Poland, living in the centre of Haarlem. There's always been a pet (or pets) in my home and in my life until my last dog passed away and I moved to the Netherlands for my studies. I miss animals dearly, so taking care of yours will be a pleasure. 

I have experience with cats, dogs, rodents (and can probably figure out fish); both long- and short-term. I used to volunteer at an animal shelter back in Poland (Ciapkowo) where I went through training. I can deal with very difficult dogs (stubborn, running away, aggressive towards other dogs or people). My own, late husky that I adopted from that shelter was most likely traumatized and it took years for her to learn to not be scared of everybody. With the support of an animal behaviorist, she went from biting every hand that went a little too close and refusing to look at anybody talking to her, to doing tricks, walking with no leash and loving belly rubs.

I can administer medication orally, change bandages and do dog training from complete beginner (sit, stay, lay down, give paw) to intermediate-advanced (touch this with your nose, bring this, left vs. right paw).

I live with a lovely cat, who doesn't mind other pets.

I could already have a pet staying at my house when you contact me (max. 3). I'll notify you about this in case your pet doesn't get along well with other animals.

I do at least three walks per day, each at least 15-20 mins, but of course this can be more, or less, according to your dog's needs. 

Since I'm a student that just started their summer vacation, I have a lot of free time I want to use for pet-stitting. I work (part-time) mostly from my house, which isn't too big, so even while I'm not spending dedicated time with your pet, I will be able to supervise them 24/7. If I have to leave the house, I'll take them with me on a bonus walk.

I live with my girlfriend (who also loves animals) in a one-bedroom apartment on the first floor. We unfortunately don't have a backyard, but furry guests are allowed to go wherever they want and no couch or bed is off-limits.

If you're looking for somebody dedicated, with experience, able to take care of pets of any size and even the most challenging characters, don't hesitate to reach out to me. 

Eryk