Happy Tails

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Hi!! I’m Leah and I live in Cheektowaga and I travel to provide 24 hour overnight pet sitting in your home while you are away for a vacation or work. I am very experienced (10 plus years) with caring for many types of pets. I love learning each pet's personality. And yes! They may sleep with me if you allow that. Night snuggles are the best! If you’d like, I will contact you daily with a picture, message or video update (just in case you’re missing your fur baby!!). I am trained in first aid, medicine administration and CPR for pets by the SPCA. Federal, criminal and motor vehicle background checks available. (I passed!). While you are away, I'm walking, watching and playing with your fur baby or other pets. I also water plants, retrieve mail and packages, provide pool care, alternate blinds and lights, keep your home locked and your pets safe and secure !! Non-smoker. Own reliable transportation. College degree. Many recommendations on other pet sitting sites which I can direct you to. Five stars. PLEASE be sure to add the DATES you will need 24 hour petsitting at your home in your initial contact with me. THANKS!! Leah.

Overview

Hired 14 times

Background checked

1 employee

14 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash and Check.

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Good 4.0

11 reviews

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Ellen S.

Jul 17, 2024

Hired on Thumbtack

Leah took good care of our dog. Was responsive and kept us updated while she was on the job.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Providing companionship • Giving food and water • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

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Cathy R.

Jul 30, 2024

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We hired Leah to care for and safeguard our home and our dog and two cats while we were gone for two nights. Leah, by her own admission, would open our back door to let the dog out, and then leave the door wide open and walk away from it to go into another room. I never thought to say, keep the door closed at all times, assuming that was a given in anyone's home. By doing this, Leah allowed our indoor-only, 12-year-old cat who has no teeth, to get outside without Leah noticing. She was left outside for at least 11 hours the first, and only, night Leah was there. Our cat has never spent more than 30 seconds outside in her entire life. Leah went to bed without making sure that all our animals were accounted for. I checked our Ring camera at 9:30 in the morning and saw my cat was outside throughout the night and into the morning. Only when I frantically called Leah at 9:30 a.m., in tears, did she go out to find her and bring her in. She tried to tell me that it must have just happened, but the evidence on my Ring camera says otherwise. I can see our cat clearly at midnight frantic on our back patio, at 2 a.m. outside in the yard. I can see her clearly at 7 a.m. panicking, trying to get back into the house. We immediately came home less than 24 hours after we had left for our trip because trust had been broken and and I firmly believed that our animals were not safe in Leah's care. Had I not had Ring cameras, I would have never known and this could have ended much worse. Our cat is fine and, luckily, no harm came to her, other than being stressed, but the result of this lack of attention could have been devastating, especially since we live in an area where wildlife frequently goes through our backyard. Leah did apologize and I believe she is sorry, and she did not take any payment from us for her brief stay here. But this is a major mistake. My only reason for leaving this review is to make our experience known so that people can make informed choices about who watches over their pets while they are not home.

Details: Dog • 3 pets • Taking pet outside • Providing companionship • Giving food and water • Dispensing medication • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting

Elena S.

Apr 15, 2021

Hired on Thumbtack

Leah was able to come and keep my cat company while I was gone for a couple days recently. I’m so happy that she was available on short notice! She was able to offer my cat some pets and playtime, while also sending me picture updates. Very happy with my experience, will definitely call on Leah in the future!

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Providing exercise • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting

Sonia Z.

Nov 23, 2020

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We traveled to Kansas for ten days, we received updates on our two babies. Leah was fantastic we recommend using her for staying in your home and pet sitting!

Details: Dog • 2 pets • Dispensing medication • Taking pet outside • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

Happy Tails's reply

Thanks Sonia!! I miss them already and hope to see them again soon. It’s so strange not to have Buddy next to me for petting now that I’m home. Have a great holiday!

Pet Sitting

Vincent P.

Oct 23, 2020

Leah was very respectful of my home and treated my four dogs as if they were their own. I have complete confidence in her abilities and know that my furry family will always be in safe hands when she’s on the job. I highly recommend her for your precious loved ones.

Happy Tails's reply

Vincent it is always with a smile that I think of your four fur babies. Always looking forward to seeing them again. Such great cuddles!!

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Leah Poplawski

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Somewhat negotiable depending on needs.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Typically phone or texting to set up a free “meet and greet” interview when we can decide if we are a good match.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
CPR, first aid training by SPCA. Also a masters degree in mental health counseling which taught me behavior modification techniques I can use with you and your dogs if needed.