Services

Drop In Care
I provide drop in care for cats and other small companion animals including fish, reptiles and rodents. I relate to your pets on their terms.
If they are unsure of new folks, I go slow and don't try to interact beyond their comfort zone; I keep to your pet's routine as much as possible. This includes feeding them where they like to be fed, giving treats as needed, medicating on time, walks and playtime.

If your furkids are a little leery of me providing care for them, I give them time (and sweet talk!) to let them get to know me. I respect each pet's comfort level and interact on their terms. Pet sitting should alleviate the stress for your pets!  I give belly rubs, ear scratchin's and a cookie at bedtime; just like you do!

All NEW petsits are conducted with one (1) "Meet N Greet" session prior to your pet's visits, a written contract and key pickup. *I am pleased to keep a copy of your key if you travel frequently or on a moment's notice at no charge*   All Key pick up /returns: $10 - $15 each trip (depending on location)

MEET N GREET SESSION
All Meet N Greet sessions are 15-30 minutes long. First visit's fees due at Meet N Greet.  If your first visit is scheduled 60 days or more in advance, 50% fees due at Meet N Greet. 25% refundable if visits cancelled within 7 days of start date.
First Meet N Greet session is free when services are officially booked. Longer (over 30 mins) Meet N Greet sessions will be charged an hourly rate and applied as a deposit towards your pet's first visit if booked.

**Additional MnGs at hourly rate.
Scheduling a Meet N Greet is the final step to contracting services from WYNTPC.
Paperwork and key pickup fee is included at initial Meet N Greet. Initial key return fee is $10-$15; if you would like me to keep your key, this fee is applied as a credit to your account.
Key pick up and return fees are $10-$15 depending on your location.

All visit fees (for new and existing clients) are due at / before the first visit of each trip
2017: MAJOR HOLIDAYS: $5 EXTRA PER VISIT; 2 days prior to holiday, holiday and 2 days post holiday
(Easter, July 4, Labor, Memorial, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Days)
Deposits will be taken for major holidays; due 30 days in advance
CATS & Other Small Pets:

The Typical Take Care of Me - a 30 minute visit, featuring feed/water, litter boxes, and play/snuggle time as your feline dictates. Generally one daily visit is typical for most felines. Twice daily visits are reserved for medication and specific diet requirements $21*(+ zone) per visit**
The Finicky Furriend - a 20 minute visit, with all of the above; but our being present may stress your pet, so we do the basics in care and then head out $19*(+ zone) per visit*.

**Additional time charges apply for more than one pet depending on level of care needed
**Additional time charges for medication administration may apply (injections & some oral)
**Additional pet fees for more than 2 pets

All cats are visited a minimum of once daily (ie every 24 hours)
Twice daily visits LIMITED to Zone 1 (Tigard)
For the safety of all pets, I am unable to let cats outdoors.

DOGS:
For 2017: We are currently referring all new dog walks, potty breaks and overnights
to other known, trusted licensed and insured Independent Contractors

Each Visit To Your Home Includes:

Bring papers, mail and small packages indoors
Water indoor plants, yard watering**
Care for "aquarium pets" (including fish, reptiles, small exotics, etc)**
Clean the litter box / scoop pet waste at EACH visit
Wash the (pet-related) dishes
Alternate your lights so that your home doesn't look "vacant" while you are away
I also provide you with photos and daily update via email or text message
Daily and post-trip electronic Visit Report Cards
Look for your pet's photo album(s) on our Facebook page! (www.facebook.com/Wyntpetcare)
* ALL visit rates + zone rate= TOTAL VISIT RATE

**Additional rates may apply depending on level of care needed
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MEDICATION-ONLY VISITS: (injectables and subcutaneous fluid admin) $20* (+zone)
Available only in current service areas (see listing)
TOE NAIL TRIMS: available for cats, guinea pigs, hedgehogs & rabbits.
Eliminate the stress of the carrier, the vet and the car ride!
Trims starting at $20.00* (+ zone)

Etcetera

Additional experience:

2002-2008 Maryland
2009-Current Oregon
1999 - 2014, Vet Hospital Training & Skills
Pet First Aid & CPR Certification, 2011 & 2016
Sole Prop, Taxi-Cat Pet Transport Service, OR 1997
Co-Owner, "Club Pet" Doggie Daycare, WA 1997
Oregon State Business License, 2010 - Current
PSA Member & Insured 2014-Current

The Latest Software

I use "Time To Pet" pet sitting software for the ease of scheduling, messaging, invoicing & staffing.

All current clients have access to their own Client Portal and Pet Portals and can update, modify and change information and visit requests at any time!

This ensures I have all pertinent health info, phone numbers, emails and emergency
care info right in
my hands, right in your home!

Tracy & "Oregon"

2016

The Nitty Gritty Details

Service Contract

All clients are required to fill out a Contract for Services prior to your pet's first visit. This can be emailed to you or it can be brought to the Meet N Greet session.
The contract has emergency contact information, feeding and medication directions, a Medical Treatment form for emergency care, and a Key/Entry policy.   Your contract is valid for two years.

FREQUENTLY DISCUSSED TOPICS:
Short Notice / Same Day Visits
Last minute bookings (less than 14 days) may not fit into scheduling and I may have to refer you to another agency. If I am able to accommodate a less than 14 day notice booking, your visit rate may be at a slightly higher rate. Visits before 8:00 am & after 6:30 pm are charged an additional fee.

Holidays – The holidays are obviously the busiest times of the year. Booking in advance is required. Clients who give 30+ days notice will get priority. Deposits are taken within 30 days of holidays to guarantee booking. The rate for all major holidays (Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) will be $5 more on the two days prior to, the holiday itself, and two days post; per family. Holiday deposits & trip fees are due at 30 days prior to holidays via credit card or personal check.

Cancellations – Last minute cancellations can play havoc with my schedule. If you decide to cancel or change your trip, please let me know as soon as possible. Cancellations with less than 14 days notice during the holidays can result in ½ your trip fees forfeited. Any other time of the year (non-holiday) 72 hours notice is needed. (1/2 fees forfeited) There are no refunds for pet care services. In the event of an early return from a trip, no refunds are given as I have reserved that time for your pet care. Credits may be issued depending on circumstances.

Adding Days – If you need to extend your vacation and I am needed for last minute extra visits, if I am able to fit them into the schedule; there may be an additional charge per visit in addition to the regular visit rate.

Time of Day - Visits are completed in order of geographic location and visit frequency. Twice daily medicated pets are given priority and all other pet visits are completed in between. Twice dailies are done between 8-10 am and 5-7 pm. Once dailies are done between 10 am and 4 pm. Visits done before 8 am and after 7 pm are at a higher rate and are not always available.

Veterinary Care & Medications
All clients should provide the most up to date information regarding pet(s) vaccination status and health status (Rabies vaccine required for DOGS) and the name and telephone number of their current Veterinary Clinic.  If your pet is not up to date on vaccines; I may request a copy of their Vaccination Waiver from the last vet to examine your pet within the past year.

For the safety of both myself and your pets, I request that all medications be left in the original prescription bottle with pet's name and dosing information on it.   All vet transports are charged the hourly rate & mileage. I ask that you leave a signed, blank check (for emergency veterinary care only) in addition to the Medical Treatment Authorization form that is in the Contract for Services OR give your veterinary clinic your credit card to keep on file.

Zone 1: Tigard & Durham
Zone 2: Tualatin & Lake Oswego
Zone 3: (some areas in) SW Beaverton & SW Portland

I DO NOT JOB-SHARE:
WYNTPC does not "job share" with members of your family, friends, or other pet sitting businesses or their representatives during the time period I visit. Due to insurance and liability, I cannot be held responsible for your home and personal belongings, including pets, if anyone else enters your home while you are away. (this means someone having access and coming & going while I am providing care) It increases the likelihood that mistakes can happen, illness, injury, pet escape and/or death can occur. It also increases the likelihood of threat, theft, fire, flood and other accidental nightmares could happen to your home / property.

PARKING: Clients that live in condominiums and apartment complexes with designated parking spots for visitors must indicate where legal parking is located in your residence parking lot. Provision of a Visitor Parking Permit or parking passes to the closest garage will also be accepted.

SERVICE HOURS: All visits are between 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 pm. Any pre-arranged visits outside of these hours are at additional rates.

COPIES OF KEYS: All keys provided to me should be tested prior to your departure. Please provide 2 methods of entry to your sitter. IE: 2 keys or 1 key and one garage code. Key pick up and return fees apply if you do not provide a spare that I can keep on file or a "lock box" on your home. Pick up / drop off of keys will cost $10-$15 per trip. At initial Meet N Greet, there is a "Key Return Fee": this covers the 1st return of the key; unless your family decides that your key be kept on file (in a lockbox in my home), then this "Key Return Fee" becomes a credit to your account. You are welcome to keep a lockbox at your residence with our access as needed.
Prices / policies subject to change. Affected clients will be notified at minimum of 30 days in advance.