“ If your pet is a cherished family member as is my Burmese, Ena, Gail Worthman's "A Buddy For Hire" is the only acceptable option when you can't be home yourself. Gail brings to her work with animals as diverse as blood hounds and African grey parrots a passionate love of the creatures she tends, combined with a knowledge of their care and feeding honed through years of experience. She is bright, perceptive, generous of spirit, attentive to detail, fastidious. She communicates well with both pets and their owners. If I sound as though I am describing the perfect nanny, it's because I am!”
- Dr. Lois Meredith, owner of Ena
"My three cats, Oscar, Bertie and Joshie mean the world to me. I will do anything and everything to care for them properly. So, when I can't be there for them, or they need some special care and attention, or if I just need some advice ... Gail from A BUDDY FOR HIRE is always there for us. I have known Gail now for 5 years and totally trust and admire her. Gail's love and compassion for animals and pets is truly remarkable. When I recently introduced 5 week old Joshie to his brothers, Gail was there with them and me every step of the way. Joshie is now 12 weeks old and a very happy, acclimated (albeit slightly disruptive) member of the family. Thanks Gail, we love you very much."
- Sally, owner of Oscar, Bertie and Joshie
"I had never used a dog-walker before, and I was very apprehensive.
Also, my beagle Fred had a bad accident when he was young, and he requires
a lot of "TLC". Gail treats my dog as if he were her own. A BUDDY FOR HIRE
is a thoroughly professional, responsible service, and has completely earned
my full trust."
- S. Feder, owner of Fred
"A BUDDY FOR HIRE has been unequivocally tbe most dependable caretaker
for my two cats. Ms. Worthman goes out of her way to help, is always available
even at a very short notice, and goes that extra mile to make sure my pets
get the proper attention. For example, when one of my cats had a serious
illness, she was there able to administer medication four times a day. As
a frequent traveler, it is nice knowing that I can count on A BUDDY FOR
HIRE to look after Rupiah and Pula."
- W. Schroeder,
owner of Rupiah and Pula
"Leaving our Snoopy in Gail's care is like leaving him at home with
a favorite aunt. She is loving, responsible and kind, and also a lot of
fun. There is no one we feel more comfortable leaving him with. A BUDDY
FOR HIRE has made it possible for us to relax on those occasions when we
cannot take Snoopy with us, because we know that he is happy and having
fun."
- Andi and Bill, owners of Snoopy
"Mr. Luigi loves A BUDDY FOR HIRE; he no longer shreds in anger when
I'm away for the weekend."
- A. Dinnebeil, owner
of Mr. Luigi
"I would like to say that it was me, or rather Misha, that was the
catalyst that started A BUDDY FOR HIRE. I met Gail while doing laundry in
my building in 1997. Misha was with me, and I began to tell Gail about my
difficulty in finding good care for Misha while I was at work. I had been
told by the doorman that a service I had hired were not showing up at times.
Gail offered to walk Misha, and the rest is history. Misha loves Gail and
she is a very happy dog. I would encourage anyone who truly loves their
animal(s) to call A BUDDY FOR HIRE - you will never worry."
- L. Hirsch, owner of Misha
"'Even the house looks cleaner after Gail has visited,' is what my
husband says, which is not far from the truth. Our Burmese, "Baby," is invariably
better groomed and always contented upon our return. Gail talks to, pets,
feeds, and closely observes our cat. She leaves a detailed letter on just
how our Baby managed while we were away. For pet care and companionship,
I have not met Gail's equal; she makes leaving the Baby behind possible.
We know our cat will be loved."
- C. Schutt, owner of Baby and Teddy
"My pets receive loving and responsible care from A BUDDY FOR HIRE,
which enables me to travel often."
- Jody P.
"If you're like me leaving your pet when you're traveling can be a
stressful thing. I purposely bought a Yorkie because they're very portable,
but there are simply times when I can't bring Maxamillion with me. Luckily
I have found a wonderful dog sitter in Manhattan, and it makes leaving Max
so much easier. Gail Worthman (A BUDDY FOR HIRE) treats Max like he was
hers. She is caring, loving, professional and, maybe most importantly, trustworthy.
She knows that Max is like my baby, and indulges my overprotectiveness towards
him. Whenever I am going away, whether it be overnight or for an extended
period, I know I can rest assured that Maxamillion is in good hands!"
- L. Scodras, owner of Maxamillion
"Thanks for taking care of Hank at the last minute...thanks for the
great care you give Hank. It makes leaving him a little less difficult."
- B. Stears, owner of Hank
"We endorse Gail Worthman! As obsessive-compulsive cat owners and ardent
worriers, we can assure you that if she has our trust and approval, she
certainly can do the job for you."
- Dr. Lois Meredith, owner of Ena
"My three cats, Oscar, Bertie and Joshie mean the world to me. I will do anything and everything to care for them properly. So, when I can't be there for them, or they need some special care and attention, or if I just need some advice ... Gail from A BUDDY FOR HIRE is always there for us. I have known Gail now for 5 years and totally trust and admire her. Gail's love and compassion for animals and pets is truly remarkable. When I recently introduced 5 week old Joshie to his brothers, Gail was there with them and me every step of the way. Joshie is now 12 weeks old and a very happy, acclimated (albeit slightly disruptive) member of the family. Thanks Gail, we love you very much."
- Sally, owner of Oscar, Bertie and Joshie
"I had never used a dog-walker before, and I was very apprehensive. Also, my beagle Fred had a bad accident when he was young, and he requires a lot of "TLC". Gail treats my dog as if he were her own. A BUDDY FOR HIRE is a thoroughly professional, responsible service, and has completely earned my full trust."
- S. Feder, owner of Fred
"A BUDDY FOR HIRE has been unequivocally tbe most dependable caretaker for my two cats. Ms. Worthman goes out of her way to help, is always available even at a very short notice, and goes that extra mile to make sure my pets get the proper attention. For example, when one of my cats had a serious illness, she was there able to administer medication four times a day. As a frequent traveler, it is nice knowing that I can count on A BUDDY FOR HIRE to look after Rupiah and Pula."
- W. Schroeder, owner of Rupiah and Pula
"Leaving our Snoopy in Gail's care is like leaving him at home with a favorite aunt. She is loving, responsible and kind, and also a lot of fun. There is no one we feel more comfortable leaving him with. A BUDDY FOR HIRE has made it possible for us to relax on those occasions when we cannot take Snoopy with us, because we know that he is happy and having fun."
- Andi and Bill, owners of Snoopy
"Mr. Luigi loves A BUDDY FOR HIRE; he no longer shreds in anger when I'm away for the weekend."
- A. Dinnebeil, owner of Mr. Luigi
"I would like to say that it was me, or rather Misha, that was the catalyst that started A BUDDY FOR HIRE. I met Gail while doing laundry in my building in 1997. Misha was with me, and I began to tell Gail about my difficulty in finding good care for Misha while I was at work. I had been told by the doorman that a service I had hired were not showing up at times. Gail offered to walk Misha, and the rest is history. Misha loves Gail and she is a very happy dog. I would encourage anyone who truly loves their animal(s) to call A BUDDY FOR HIRE - you will never worry."
- L. Hirsch, owner of Misha
"'Even the house looks cleaner after Gail has visited,' is what my husband says, which is not far from the truth. Our Burmese, "Baby," is invariably better groomed and always contented upon our return. Gail talks to, pets, feeds, and closely observes our cat. She leaves a detailed letter on just how our Baby managed while we were away. For pet care and companionship, I have not met Gail's equal; she makes leaving the Baby behind possible. We know our cat will be loved."
- C. Schutt, owner of Baby and Teddy
"My pets receive loving and responsible care from A BUDDY FOR HIRE, which enables me to travel often."
- Jody P.
"If you're like me leaving your pet when you're traveling can be a stressful thing. I purposely bought a Yorkie because they're very portable, but there are simply times when I can't bring Maxamillion with me. Luckily I have found a wonderful dog sitter in Manhattan, and it makes leaving Max so much easier. Gail Worthman (A BUDDY FOR HIRE) treats Max like he was hers. She is caring, loving, professional and, maybe most importantly, trustworthy. She knows that Max is like my baby, and indulges my overprotectiveness towards him. Whenever I am going away, whether it be overnight or for an extended period, I know I can rest assured that Maxamillion is in good hands!"
- L. Scodras, owner of Maxamillion
"Thanks for taking care of Hank at the last minute...thanks for the great care you give Hank. It makes leaving him a little less difficult."
- B. Stears, owner of Hank
"We endorse Gail Worthman! As obsessive-compulsive cat owners and ardent worriers, we can assure you that if she has our trust and approval, she certainly can do the job for you."
- R. and C. Johnston, owners of Torquil and Janey