Dog Boarding in Leesburg

Our family lives in a single house at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. It has a nice fenced in backyard with lots of grass to run and 2 self closing gates. The rear one opens to the neighborhood walking trails. It also has a large upper deck (best squirrel/rabbits "watch tower" ever). Its gate when closed allows for that space to become a free roaming extension of the kitchen. There is no carpeting on the main (beside a few rugs) and 2nd level so it is easy to keep our floors sanitary in case of accidents.

Nutella is our 8 year old female Airedale (approx. 50lb). We adopted her 7 years ago from a rescue group. She is playful and looking forward to meeting her new playmate! Bring your dog's favorite toys and bed/crate or use ours. She doesn't mind! No extra charge for playtime in our household for sure.

She gets 2 daily walks of around 1/2h either with me or our 2 college kids when they are home. My husband takes over on the weekend for much longer ones. They like to exercise together!

I have a part time job with the summer off and my husband works most days from home. We understand that dogs don't like to be alone and always keep those times to a minimum. When it happens, Nutella has free range of the first floor and our master bedroom even though she is also crate trained.

Over the years we have hosted many of our friends' dogs and I always believed this is the best environment for our pets while traveling and being away. A home away from home. I was so pleased to find a website and service which promotes that philosophy for pet owners in our area. Our experience with DogVacay and now Rover is growing and we have been enjoying every minute of it! Lots of dogs have come through our doors these past 4+ years and repeat customers are the best as we get to see our favorite dogs again.

Cant wait to get to know your pet and make him/her part of our family!

**During the Covid 19 pandemic, there will be no penalties for last-minute cancellations. We will remain flexible as the situation evolves.**

We are a family that has lifetimes of dog experience. From fosters to having our own spoiled-rotten pooches, we adore being around pups. As a stay-at-home mom to two boys and my other furry babies, your pup will have around-the-clock care; as many walks as he/she would like; access to two fenced yards; plenty of attention; supervised play (if your dog is interested) with the even-tempered, very dog-friendly Masondog; and meticulous care based on your instruction. My husband and I are no stranger to dogs that have behavior problems. Anything besides aggression towards children, we can do our best to accommodate. Our children are used to being around all animals and have excellent manners and smarts, treating animals with the upmost respect.

Our furniture is as dog-friendly as we are!

We have a small farm with two fenced yards where more playful pups can run and wrestle to their hearts’ content in the back while calmer dogs who want to avoid the fray can sniff around, nap in the sun in the front yard. Dogs are welcome to come and go from the house as they please, aren’t left outside if they don’t care to be.

I'm sure your pup would love the country vacay and we'd love to have him/her visit!

About this sitter:

Because I am a stay/work-at-home mom, I have the luxury of offering around-the-clock care and assure you that your pup will be treated like a member of the family.

I'm originally from The midwest but grew up in NC and VA. I'm a George Mason grad, have been in the DC area for 15+ years, and in the Ag Reserve for 6+. I am a lifelong animal lover, owner, and advocate and love nothing more than to spend my days caring for and playing with them.

Why I love dog sitting

I was born into a family that loved all animals (though, as my family would attest, I was "next level." By the time I was 9, I was volunteering at the local SPCA, spending most of my summer vacation walking dogs through the lunch yards of local plants and factories trying to get even the toughest cases adopted, taking home orphan kittens and puppies to bottle-feed to give them their only chance at survival. I volunteered from that summer into college as we moved from Indiana to North Carolina to Virginia. Once I was out of school and settled, I began fostering. We adopted 3 of those fosters and still volunteer and advocate for local rescues.

Meet my pets

2 dog-friendly cats but they have access to a dog-proof laundry room and know to keep themselves scarce when there are less cat-friendly dog guests.

We also have a backyard hobby farm (on the other side of a reinforced fence :-) that include goats, sheep, donkeys, chickens, and ducks.

I am well-versed in topical, oral, nasal, and injected medication and have had pet first aid training.

Your dog's enjoyment is our top priority! I'm a retired library assistant who has over 15 years of experience as a Collie breeder and show exhibitor. We are conveniently located just 10 minutes west of Leesburg. Our home is on five acres with two fenced yards for supervised play, a large field for leashed walks, plenty of comfy beds for snooze time and jars of homemade treats. Dogs have run of the walk out basement (no steps for puppies or seniors to navigate!) with their own room for slumber parties at night.

I'm available for free "meet and greets" so you can tour your dog's vacation home and I can start a rapport with your pet plus learn your dog's routine. We require a copy of your dog's rabies certificate and ask that your dog wear his rabies tag and dog license while visiting with us. Since we are in the country, we recommend a flea and tick treatment before boarding.

Why I love dog sitting

I've loved dogs all my life! I've had a dog since I was a girl and became a multi-dog household shortly after I got married. My husband and I were Collie breeders and dog show exhibitors, a hobby we enjoyed for over 15 years. We currently have 4 retired show dogs.

Meet my pets

In addition to our own dogs, we have a cat, that generally avoids interacting with visitors. Our dogs enjoy being outside most of the day but always like to interact and play with visitors.

About my yard

We have a large, unfenced field for leashed walks and 2 fenced play yards for supervised, off-leash play. The dogs have their own, private dog park!

Hi, we're Liane, Rondie, Karli, and Ethan! We're a couple of animal lovers who chose to take a break from pet ownership to raise kids. We look forward to being a temporary home for your dog. The children regularly watch neighborhood and friends' pets and love to build relationships with the pets. We live in a townhouse with a gated back yard, surrounded by sidewalks and nearby parks.

We are eager to share in the care of your pet whether it is daily walks or overnight care in our home.

Note: We love cats and offer cat sitting as well as dog sitting! We are also happy to visit your kitty while you’re away.

We welcome your questions and/or visits prior to leaving your pet in our care.

I have a long history with animals and would love to give your special pet a pampered and relaxing experience while you are away.

I have two dogs (Marley and Sophie). They get along great with other animals and will be great playmates for your pets. I have two children Madison (5) and Ryan (2); they both have developed the same level of love and caring for animals that my husband and I have at an early age.

We live on a large piece of property off of Evergreen Mills Road. We are bordered by a large 60 acre farm and are conveniently located within walking distance to Banshee Reeks county park. Needless to say a true dog vacation of running, playing, and exploring.

You can rest easy knowing that your dog is enjoying him or herself while in my care. During your pet's stay we will follow this basic schedule; this can be modified to better fit your dog, but serves as a basis.

- Walk 1-2 times a day

- Playtime throughout the day (inside and out)

-Plenty of treats and pampering

- Any other special needs your dog may have; including medications and special feedings will be taken care of at your request

- Please feel free to bring any special toys, bedding, and treats that will make your dog feel more comfortable while on their vacation

-I will provide pictures and updates on your dogs vacation throughout their stay with me

Drop off and pick up times are as follows:

Monday-Friday: 7 am to 7 pm

Saturday-Sunday: 8 am to 7 pm

**Note:** Overnights that extends past a 24 hour period on the day of the pickup will incur a $35.00 daycare charge.

Hello! My Name is Laurence and would love to help you and your best pal! I offer a variety of service and my kids would also like to meet some new friends! For boarding would prefer smaller dogs, but will not rule out larger pooches. If your pal stays with us they will be in great hands and have fun. Long walks in the Parks are my kids favorite! We look forward to having your pet!

***NOTE*** Pick ups after 3 PM on the last day will have an additional Daycare cost added.

Holidays: Holiday rate is $45.00 per day per dog. No discount is given during holidays.

The following Holidays are observed: New Year’s Eve & Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day (Fourth of July), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Day

During their stay, your dog will receive at least 2 short and 1 long walks a day.

If your dog needs a long walk (1/2 mile or more) each day, then there is an additional charge of $10/day.

A little about what you should bring:

-Your pets food

-Any medications

-Leash

-Favorite toy

-Their crate if you use one

I have cared and loved animals all my life. I have earned the nickname of Ranger Rick (the children's nature magazine) since I am known of a huge animal enthusiast. I'm the type to stop traffic to move a turtle off the road, or to try to save anything I find, from bugs to birds to lost pets. As a child growing up I was the neighborhood pet sitter. I grew up owning birds, ferrets and of course dogs. From a large loveable Rottweiler to a sassy chihuahua, I've had experience with many different types of dogs. I also have worked with a professional dog walking and sitting business for a few years. I try to volunteer at Friends of Homeless Animals on the weekends. I understand how a family pet is not just a pet, they are more like a member of your family and I will always treat your fur baby as one of my own.

We've always been wanting to have another dog; since we already have a dog and a cat, we don't want any other expenses. We'll be thrilled to have the opportunity to have your dog bring excitement into our home. We are a family of four, and we would love to welcome your pet and provide a temporary home while you are away. We have a 22 year old daughter and a 17 year old son who adore to be with dogs. I work from home most of the time. Between me and my husband and our children someone is home most of the time during the day. Our home is a 10 minute drive away from IAD. For your convenience, you can park your car in our driveway. Depending on my husband's schedule and your schedule, he can drive you to the airport. Looking forward to meeting you and your fur baby. Thank you!

If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to message us. Please give us advanced notice if you would like to drop by.

VERY IMPORTANT:

— Drop off times and pick up times need to be discussed and agreed upon before booking.

— Pick up must be before 9pm, unless we have discussed and agreed upon a different time. Otherwise, I charge for another day of boarding.

— I appreciate a 30 minute courtesy text before actual pick up, to ensure your dog is walked and has gone potty.

I am a true animal lover! I love dogs of all breeds and sizes. I have been caring for dogs for 15 years and I truly enjoy it. My husband used to be a vet-tech and we used to breed dogs together. I have had up to four dogs, of my own, at a time. I look forward to the presence of other people pets. I try to show as much affection as possible to keep dogs comfortable, so they don't notice their owners are away.

-I will not accept dogs that show signs of separation anxiety or aggression.

-I also require proof of up to date vaccinations.

I live in a townhome that has a fenced in backyard. I love taking dogs for walks or letting dogs lay around my house. Whatever makes their stay most comfortable.

I have been taking care of and loving pets for 30 years. I had a German Shepard with degenerative myelopathy that I cared for two years. She could not use her back legs so we bought her a cart. I had another dog that lost her front right leg to bone cancer. We had her in a clinical study at the university of Pennsylvania. We took her every three week to receive a vaccine. There is not much that we will not do for our pets. They are our babies. Our house is set up for our pets. We have three acres out in the country that is fenced so the pets can roam and play. I have had dogs coming to my house for years and for most it is like their second home. When dogs are at my house they are loved and treated like my own. I have worked and trained dogs for 25 years. Two of my dogs were therapy dogs. My profession is pet care and dog walking. Animals are my passion and my life.