Dog Walker & Small Animal Pet Sitter

Hi I’m Clare!

I have cared for animals my whole life; growing up my family had a wide array of animals, from cats, dogs, chickens, guinea pigs, toads, and a snake! In several instances I have provided overnight care for friends and families dogs and cats, but working at Come Sit Stay will be my first professional opportunity to provide care to pets.

I have the most experience with maltipoos and enjoy any combination of poodle, doodle, etc. but I love all dogs! I've always been interested in owning an English Bull Terrier or Dalmatian. They are just so cool looking! I also have an extremely soft spot for cats, and continue to care for my 16 year old cat my family rescued when I was a 6 year old in El Paso, Texas. I am now very experienced in the care of senior cats and spending time with my Sunny as he's grown older has led me to believe they deserve the most love and attention as they enjoy their last few years.

Animals are very much like humans in the way that they have their own personalities and characteristics, so having the opportunity to meet different animals and get to know them is my favorite aspect of spending time with them. They can be sweet, kind, even hilarious, and all pets possess their own unique quirks, making every visit enjoyable and fun! 

My favorite hobbies include spending time outside, doing yoga, reading almost any novel I can get my hands on, and journaling. However, I can never turn down a good movie and a cozy day in my apartment. I am new to Minneapolis and am hoping to become more involved in this beautiful, friendly community. In the future, I also hope to become involved in non-profit work that benefits community members and facilitates growth.

I love spring and summer; the joy I feel when new buds and blooms arrive is unmatched! Blue skies, greenery, and serene lakes are the anchors of some of my favorite memories. But just as the buds arrive, I feel a similar sense of satisfaction when the leaves change and the ground eventually becomes blanketed in snow. I enjoy the warmth and beauty of the summer world, but I crave and appreciate the changing of the seasons. Since I've moved to Minneapolis, my new favorite restaurant is Maxwell's, a classic American diner that serves pub food. I'm still on a mission to find the perfect Mexican eatery, however. When I'm at my apartment I enjoy doing Yoga with Adriene, watching RuPaul's Drag Race or Modern Family, and most recently, exploring the world of Joan Didion's work. 

I am so so excited and honored to be a part of the Come Sit Stay team and I cannot wait to meet all of your pets! I hope to provide the most fulfilling care I possibly can to make sure your pets are happy and healthy. Thank you for this incredible opportunity!