Hello, I wanted to introduce myself, my name is Michelle Watson. I am a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the Peterborough area with a passion for animals and many years of experience. I work full time until August and then I have full availability, but I'm here to offer care for your beloved cats and dogs when needed. I offer pet sitting in your own home only during the day. I am available to walk them, do basic grooming care, do medicine administrations, and spend time with them and play with them. Whether you need someone to keep your pets company during the day, take your dog for a refreshing walk, or provide them with some TLC and grooming, I've got you covered. I offer cat and dog cuddles! I could also feed fish if needed. I could check on pets while you’re away but cannot offer boarding or overnight pet sitting at this time. I can offer dog walking services to help keep your pups active and content while you're away, as well as basic pet grooming to keep them looking and feeling their best. I have a lot of my own grooming and care supplies. I offer Nail trims, anal gland expressions, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, ear hair plucking, paw pad shaves, shave jobs large or small, sanitary trims, basic brushing and trimming, full bathing with shampoo and conditioner and full drying with my high velocity dryer! I’ve groomed my own cat before so could potentially do cats as well depending on their behaviour and comfort level. I also offer free microchip scanning, and free treats and bandanas for pets. I also offer tick removal services and special shampoo treatments (allergies/sensitivies, oatmeal, flea treatment, skunk treatment, deshedding etc) ****** DISCLAIMER***** I Am NOT an official licensed pet groomer but can offer a lot of grooming tasks except for breed specific hair cuts/styles etc********** Because of my medical background I could also help with other aspects like giving SQ fluids (materials supplied by you and your vet), administering injections (supplied by you and your vet), client education about proper care, and basic wound cleaning/management (material supplied by you and your vet) *******DISCLAIMER******* I can give simple advice but I CANNOT diagnose your pet or tell you what’s wrong with them and I am not to be used as an alternative to seeking veterinary help with your pet, I am here to use as a guide and as a helper to use alongside your vet! I am NOT a VET!****** I am able to offer a bunch of these services mobile as well if needed as I have materials and a reliable truck to get around. I can also provide pet sitting services in your own home during the day (no overnights). I personally have 2 dogs and 1 cat in my own home (all rescues). I am a current active volunteer and area rep for SMART rescue (husky/malamute only dog rescue) along with fostering dogs for them (I’m on my 11th foster dog with them so far!) I helped volunteer at the Spay Neuter Clinic briefly, and I periodically help volunteer with the Peterborough Humane Society, the OSPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre, and the Riverview Park and Zoo in the summertime. I also periodically shadow a Canine Rehab lady with K9 in Motion Wellness. I am also Fear Free Certified. I just recently got my pet CPR/First Aid Certification as well. I promise that if you choose to work with me that your animals are safe with me and they will be well taken care of! I am open to accepting other requests and offering services not already mentioned if needed, just message me and we can discuss further. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. My love for animals is huge and I want nothing more than to create an environment for them that’s as low stress as possible. If for any reason your pet is too stressed when performing a service I will not force them to do anything they aren’t comfortable with just to “get it done” and can try another time if needed to earn their trust. I am patient and kind and will always respect their boundaries❤️🐶🐾