A Sefirot Practice

Animal & House Sitting, Dog Walking, Errands,

About us

Cost is determined by the job. Additional e-mail - lisa@asefirotpractice.com.

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

House Sitting and Security checks for short and long term vacations/travel. Pet sitting, exercising & play, massage, giving medication, Sub-Q, Expressing - experience with special needs pets. Estate organizing and clearing & helping hands and companionship for seniors and people with disabilities. Advocate at medical appointments and financial matters. Cooking, shopping and meal preparation. Community inclusion specialist and skills training. Spiritual direction and life coach.

Amenities

Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

5.015 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-15 of 15 reviews

JUDY F.
02/2016
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Lisa made an initial visit to my home prior to my departure. She arrived right on the agreed time, and she recorded all my instructions on her telephone. She asked questions regarding issues I had not thought of, and she spent time introducing herself to Tia, my cat. She agreed to call me daily during my absence. My kitty was relaxed and happy when I arrived home, all my mail neatly stacked on the table, and no messes anywhere. Lisa is a calm, professional woman who is very knowledgable about household pets. Her fee, $20 for a once daily visit is very reasonable. I felt very relaxed during my absence knowing that my sweet Tia was in very good hands.
Description of Work: Lisa visited my home to feed and care for my cat for five days in my absence. She collected my mail, fed and watered my cat, and played with the cat.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Kate D.
06/2015
5.0
errand service, pet sitters
  + 0 more
Lisa has been a great help to us for about the last five years. She was our pet-sitter for our Bernese Mountain Dog and came three times a day when we were on vacation. She always texted us daily and even sent photos of Wiley while we were gone. She was always available in emergencies if we were delayed. When we lost our dear companion, Lisa was sympathetic and incredibly helpful about picking up our dog food and other supplies and taking them to others who could use them. She remains our trusted assistant with keys to our house as we know we can rely on her to help out with any errand.
Description of Work: Came to the house 3 times a day, let the dog out, brushed her, cuddled her. Also brought in mail, newspaper, checked on house, put garbage cans out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thanks so much for providing your input. I do miss your dear furry one and her gentle nature, I do believe you should get another fur baby! Doing house checks is rewarding as well, don't get me wrong, it's just that unconditional love from Wiley after she learned to trust me!

MICHELLE B.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
One of our cats, Thomas, had just been diagnosed with lymphoma. Knowing that Lisa specializes in special needs pets, we felt confident that she would take excellent care of him while we were gone. She was very knowledgeable about his condition, and offered helpful advice on his treatment. She even spent each night at our house, so Thomas was not alone while we were gone. We returned home to very two very well-cared for cats! We have used Lisa's services since she first started her pet-sitting business 10 years ago. We travel at least 3 to 4 times a year, so she has done a lot of pet sitting for us over the years. We have had other special needs cats who required special medication, such as an inhaler for an asthmatic cat, and I always felt comfortable leaving them in Lisa's care. She goes above and beyond, such as bringing special treats for the cats, stopping by between visits to make sure the cats are well, and setting up toys all over the house for them to play with. She also takes good care of our home, ensuring it looks lived in while we are gone. I can't imagine finding any one else who loves animals as much as Lisa, and I am very grateful for her services!
Description of Work: Lisa took care of our two cats for 12 days while we were out of town.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thank you so much for taking time to provide a review! It really means a lot. Hoping that you are staying cool as I know I'm not looking forward to the coming heat wave!

Johannes E.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
As always Lisa was excellent. She is always available, very reliable and always gives updates by text message. Lisa has been our go-to pet sitter for two years now. She clearly cares about our pets well-being. I can recommend her without any hesitations
Description of Work: Lisa took care of our bunnies over the weekend.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thanks for the review! Hope all of you are doing well. I want you to know I planted some Fava beans as yours seem to be doing so good!

Corinna S.
06/2015
5.0
dog walkers, pet sitters
  + 0 more
Lisa did a great job. She kept in good contact with us and gave us regular updates by text. Even though Lisa advertises the time that she will spend with your pet on her website,Lisa spent up to an hour hanging out with our dog, giving her good walks and making sure that she ate. From the moment I met her, I knew that my dog was in reliable and caring hands. Lisa was also thoughtful about safety and the security of my house while I was gone. Her services are a great value!
Description of Work: Lisa came by the house twice a day to take care of my dog while I was on vacation. She walked her, fed her and gave her love.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$180

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thank you [Member Name Removed]! I hope your garden project is advancing. I am so motivated when I see other peoples gardens. Give the little one a love from me.

Monireh M.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
I would highly recommend Lisa's service for your pet-sitting needs. Her rates are very competitive, she's reliable, and your pets will absolutely adore her! She'd even leave notes for me after each visit, providing me some sweet tidbit from her visits with my pups.
Description of Work: Lisa is great! I primarily had her come do pet care visits to my home. I started using her services primarily for my elderly shepherd/lab mix, Cody, in 2011. He was almost 14 at the time, and was starting to have more health and mobility problems. I also had a very energetic 6 yr old mini Aussie, Sarah, who conversely needed lots of play time since Cody didn't engage much with her. It was such a relief to have Lisa checking in on them while I was at work. I also used her overnight services a handful of times for them both. I never worried an ounce when she was there with them, knowing they would be loved by someone who truly adores pets and honestly, is quite intuitive about their needs. After Cody passed and Sarah had moved away with her dad (my ex), I eventually adopted a new dog, Shelby. This one is highly spirited and really needed to have some good play time during my long days at work, so of course, Lisa to the rescue! Shelby loved her and the only reason I stopped using Lisa is that we moved and I now work from home a great deal now.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thanks [Member name]! Give Ms. Shelby a love.

ELLEN S.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Lisa is excellent. I've been using her services for 7-8 years, probably on average 4-6 trips annually. Two things were important when I was selecting a pet sitter. The first was that I wanted someone who truly cares about animals, not just someone trying to make a few bucks. The second was that I wanted a sole proprietor so that I would get to know the person coming to our house, rather than a larger service where random employees would be assigned to us and I might never be sure who was coming and going. These are the reasons I initially chose and continue to use Lisa as our pet and house sitter. She is amazing with our cat. She brings over toys, spends extra time with her, and keeps us posted while we're away via text messages, emails, and online photos. On our most recent trip she alerted us to "black goopy stuff" in our cat's ears which the vet, upon our return, identified as a yeast infection in both ears (thanks Lisa... she's still getting the ear meds!). In addition to cat care, she provides overall care of our home while we are away, including raising/lowering shades, taking in the mail, watering plants, shooing away solicitors, and the like. I don't think there has ever been a time when Lisa wasn't available, including the many times when we contacted her literally at the last minute ("hey Lisa, it's Thursday, we're going out of town on Friday..."), which is a special bonus for those like us who don't always plan trips in advance. For each of the last two winters we were out of town for 3-4 months at a time and Lisa stopped by our home once or twice a week for a security check, which gave us peace of mind during these extended trips. Lisa has our house key on a permanent basis. That's how much we trust her. She's great. Really. You should hire her.
Description of Work: Lisa came to the house twice daily to feed and care for our cat, raise and lower blinds, turn lights on/off, water plants, bring in mail, and in general watch over the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$260

Response from A Sefirot Practice
You three are awesome as well. Loves to the furry one and stay cool. I haven't been able to attract any crows here yet but do almost have my urban farm done!

Tamara L.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Lisa provided me with photos or a video each day sent directly to my cell phone. She also sent me a daily check-in with whether she was able to interact with them or whether they hid but she was still able to locate them. When I returned home, I found more notes about how her visits went. Generally speaking, if you're nervous about having to leave your pets you should hire Lisa. The piece of mind she provides is invaluable.
Description of Work: I requested two daily visits over 3 days for my four cats.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thank you [Member Name Removed]. It is so appreciated. Hope the kids are staying cool with this latest heat wave. You too for that matter!

Jackie Y.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Lisa has been looking after my furry family (one dog and two cats) for several years. I often think of her as Dr. Doolittle (Rex Harrison, not Eddie Murphy) or an animal whisperer who understands animals without dominating them. She manages to coax my shy cat into hanging out with her. Years ago when I had a very sick cat, Lisa gave her subcutaneous fluids and took extra special care with her. She stays current on news about pet food and pet medicine. It was through Lisa's gentle education that I looked for long-term alternatives to Rimadyl for my older dog who had been through two knee surgeries. I have absolute trust in her that she will provide the best care for my animals while I'm away.
Description of Work: Pet sitting and house sitting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thank you [member name removed]! Loves to the furry Y's and hoping that all is going good for you!

Derek S.
06/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Everything went great as usual! We have used Lisa's services several times over the years and we couldn't be happier! We have two large dogs, one of which is an elderly fella who does not do well at all in a kennel environment. He is not a big fan of most people, but he and Lisa get along incredibly well. The house always looks better when we get home than when we left and it is a real comfort when you are out of town and you know your furry babies (and your home) are being cared for with the utmost respect and love. We feel like Lisa is part of the family!
Description of Work: Provided care for our two dogs while we were out of town.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$390

Response from A Sefirot Practice
YOU are awesome! Thank you so much for submitting this review as I am aiming for the top in the region! So, without naming names may I put some photos on the site of the kids?

Gale B.
04/2015
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: In-home pet sitter for two elderly cats. An excellent and very caring service provider.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thank you so much for submitting this! I am focusing on Angie's List customers and I really appreciate it.

Gale B.
12/2012
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Excellent!
Description of Work: Daily care for my two kitties while I'm on extended out of town travel. Spends quality time and plays with them in my absence. Wonderful care-giver!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from A Sefirot Practice
Thank you so much for writing this. It has inspired me to reach out more via Angie's list. Hope you are doing well.

Caroline G.
11/2011
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Finding Lisa was an amazing stroke of luck and we are grateful to have her taking care of our cats. We moved to town about a year and a half ago and were quite anxious about finding someone who would be able to really care for our cats in our absence. Our cats are like children to us and they have "special needs" that many people would find intimidating. Lisa put our minds to rest from the moment we met her. She is incredibly competent, kind, and compassionate. She was able to establish a rapport with our cats very quickly. She stays in daily email contact with us when we're away to let us know that all is well, and even describes how each of the cats are acting so that we can feel connected even though we are away. She makes suggestions regarding foods, products and treatments that she thinks would help our cats. Simply put, she really cares. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a pet sitter.
Description of Work: Lisa comes twice per day when we are out of town to care for our three cats. Two of the cats are elderly. All of the cats need multiple medications administered and have different dietary needs that need wrangling. She also takes in the mail and rotates lights to keep the house looking lived in and safe. She writes us a daily email updating us on what's happening with the cats and leaves a detailed note on the last visit in addition to the emails.. She checks-in to make sure we've arrived home safely so she knows that the cats have their caretakers back.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

Response from A Sefirot Practice
I feel like I am the lucky one! All of the kids have such personalities. They all are truly like kids. Smiles.

ELLEN S.
09/2011
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
See above.
Description of Work: Lisa has been our house/pet sitter for three or four years. I feel extremely confident when leaving our house and our cat in her hands. She spends a lot of time with our cat and handles anything else we need while we are gone (mail; lights; watering, etc). She communicates with us via email during our trip to keep us updated. I like the fact that Lisa is a self-employed, single employee (herself) business and does not hand off the job to anyone else. Many pet sitting services have a revolving door of staff and you never know who is going to come to your home. Lisa truly cares about the animals and the peace of mind I get while traveling is worth the price. Highly recommend.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

LESLIE M.
02/2010
5.0
pet sitters
  + -1 more
Great! I have had Lisa take care of Toffee many times. She is reliable. And, most of all, Toffee took to her right away. A wonderful experience.
Description of Work: Lisa comes in for an hour/day that I am away. She plays with my cat, feeds her and cleans the litter box. She takes in the mail, and will put my garbage cans back on collection day (bless her heart). She also has offered to turn lights on, off in different rooms. $20/visit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

    Contact information

    1212 NE Brazee St, Portland, OR 97212

    www.asefirotpractice.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Monday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Thursday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Friday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Saturday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

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    Service Categories

    Animal & House Sitting,
    Dog Walking,
    Errands,
    Life Coaches,
    Home and Garage Organization

    FAQ

    A Sefirot Practice is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Monday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Tuesday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Wednesday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Thursday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Friday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    Saturday: 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM

    A Sefirot Practice accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, A Sefirot Practice does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, A Sefirot Practice offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, A Sefirot Practice does not offer a senior discount.
    No, A Sefirot Practice does not offer emergency services.
    No, A Sefirot Practice does not offer warranties.
    A Sefirot Practice offers the following services: House Sitting and Security checks for short and long term vacations/travel. Pet sitting, exercising & play, massage, giving medication, Sub-Q, Expressing - experience with special needs pets. Estate organizing and clearing & helping hands and companionship for seniors and people with disabilities. Advocate at medical appointments and financial matters. Cooking, shopping and meal preparation. Community inclusion specialist and skills training. Spiritual direction and life coach.

    Contact information

    1212 NE Brazee St, Portland, OR 97212

    www.asefirotpractice.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Monday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Thursday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Friday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Saturday:
    4:00 AM - 10:00 PM