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Alia & Ian S.

Star Sitter

Farmington Hills, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
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Services

Alia & Ian can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Alia & Ian can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

We have two adults who work full-time from home, so our availability and presence within the house is very flexible. Our children are school aged (Kindergarten & 1st Grade) so they are home during non-school hours.

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About Alia & Ian S.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

The largest animals we have owned are Rottweilers down to most recently a Pomeranian, so experience in safety is vast! We have a fully fenced in yard (or fenced in deck if your animal prefers to be off the grass) - both offer plenty of shade for potty breaks outside. We have a dedicated dog room for safe sleep and rest - which is on the same floor as our normal living area and primary bedroom. We definitely consider pets & animals to be an extension of family and are treated as so - with attention and free roam of the home and furniture.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Alia & Ian S. would like to know about your pet

We do require dogs to be socialized and comfortable around new people. We require dogs to accept to sleep overnight and rest within a kennel. We are comfortable administering medications and accommodating dietary needs.

A typical day

We like to adjust our playtime based on the dog's personality and needs. With active dogs, we have plenty of space to run and play outside and take walks, or inside our very dog friendly home. Chew toys & fetch are our language! For older or less active dogs, our hands are always free for rubs and cuddling. Our camera roll is filled with photos of our own dogs, so we'd love to share daily updates on your fur-babies fun time!

Location

Farmington Hills, MI

Alia & Ian S.'s Neighborhood

Alia & Ian S. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Reliable pet care you can count on!

Pet care experience

We have been life long animal lovers - raising a combined 30+ animals (both domestic and farm). We recently lost our 2 dogs, after raising them from puppies and cherishing every moment! Now with our kids, we've decided the best way to fill our hearts is by helping care for other families' beloved pets. With years of hands-on experience (and the added insight of having a father who's a large & small animal veterinarian), we bring both loving care & extra peace of mind to every walk, play session, and cuddle.

Reviews

Kristina G.
Boarding • juin 07, 2026
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Super kind and communicated with an update once a day. Definitely recommend to anyone that needs help with their four-legged family member. We wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again for future dog-sitter needs.

Jennifer T.
Boarding • juin 03, 2026
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Alia and Ian and their kids were great with CoCo! They have a big yard for CoCo to go outside and play in too! I appreciateed the video's and pics that they sent while we were away.

Angie Y.
Boarding • avr. 11, 2026
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We had another great experience with Alia, Ian and family. They took amazing care of my dog Cleo and made me feel completely at ease while I was away. I really appreciated the updates and knowing she was in such a loving, safe environment. It’s never easy leaving your dog, but they made it so much easier. I’m so grateful and will continue using them in the future!

Barbara W.
Boarding • mars 11, 2026
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Tilli experienced a wonderful time with this incredible family. She loved every minute of playing with the kids, going on walks with Alia, cuddling with everyone. Ian helped me maneuver the steps and assisted getting Tilli in the car. Tilli did not want to leave which makes me happy. I feel very lucky to have met this family!

About Alia & Ian S.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

The largest animals we have owned are Rottweilers down to most recently a Pomeranian, so experience in safety is vast! We have a fully fenced in yard (or fenced in deck if your animal prefers to be off the grass) - both offer plenty of shade for potty breaks outside. We have a dedicated dog room for safe sleep and rest - which is on the same floor as our normal living area and primary bedroom. We definitely consider pets & animals to be an extension of family and are treated as so - with attention and free roam of the home and furniture.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Alia & Ian S. would like to know about your pet

We do require dogs to be socialized and comfortable around new people. We require dogs to accept to sleep overnight and rest within a kennel. We are comfortable administering medications and accommodating dietary needs.

A typical day

We like to adjust our playtime based on the dog's personality and needs. With active dogs, we have plenty of space to run and play outside and take walks, or inside our very dog friendly home. Chew toys & fetch are our language! For older or less active dogs, our hands are always free for rubs and cuddling. Our camera roll is filled with photos of our own dogs, so we'd love to share daily updates on your fur-babies fun time!

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Alia & Ian S.

Star Sitter

Farmington Hills, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews