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Allyson D.

Mount Airy, Philadelphia, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
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Services

Allyson can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work from home with a flexible schedule, which means I'm available for walks throughout the day, drop-in visits, and overnight pet sitting. I can accommodate both regular weekly appointments and last-minute requests.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Allyson D.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I provide care in your home to keep your pet comfortable in their familiar environment. I offer both overnight stays and multiple drop-in visits throughout the day - whatever works best for you and your pet. I follow your routine, send photo updates, and treat your home with care.

Information Allyson D. would like to know about your pet

Please share your pet's daily routine, any medications or health concerns, behavioral traits (good with other dogs? anxious around strangers?), and their favorite activities. Let me know about any fears, quirks, or special needs. The more I understand your pet's personality and preferences, the better care I can provide. What matters to you matters to me - I want everyone happy and comfortable!

A typical day

I let each dog's personality guide our activities. My son often joins me. We love playing chase, tug, 'chase the red light' and other games with our furry friends. We're happy with neighborhood walks, hiking trails, dog park visits (if your pup enjoys other dogs), or quiet evening strolls. I follow your dog's energy and preferences, along with your instructions, to ensure they have a great day.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Allyson D.'s Neighborhood

Attentive, energetic animal lover

Pet care experience

I'm a lifelong animal lover with over 7 years of professional dog walking and pet sitting experience. I worked for a veterinarian in the Catskills and at an animal rescue in Boston, experiences that taught me about animal health, behavior, and compassionate care. I was always the kid trying to heal the injured bird—caring for animals is simply who I am. Since 2017, I've built lasting relationships with wonderful clients through Rover. I care for dogs of all sizes and temperaments, and I'm also experienced with cats (I've had 9 throughout my life!). My current clients trust me with consistent weekly walks, vacation care, and last-minute requests. I'm known for being reliable, flexible, and communicative. I treat every pet as an individual and provide regular updates so you always know your furry friend is happy and safe. I also bring over a decade of childcare experience—families trust me with their homes and their most vulnerable loved ones. What I Offer: Reliability, flexibility, individual attention tailored to each pet's needs, clear communication with photos/updates, and genuine care—your pet isn't just a job, they're a friend. Services: Dog walking, pet sitting (dogs & cats), vacation care, medication administration, puppy/kitten care Let's chat about how I can help your furry family member! Service Areas Currently serving South Philadelphia, Northwest Philadelphia, Hull, MA, and surrounding areas. I have reliable transportation and can discuss service to other nearby neighborhoods.

Cat care experience

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Lifelong Cat Lover

Allyson also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Frangy P.
Dog Walking • May 11, 2026
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Great communicator and very patient with Pluto. Very reliable!

Katie & Francis B.
Dog Walking • Mar 19, 2026
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Allyson has been great in supporting our shy and anxious pup. She is very patient with him. She is great with communicating with us about any updates so we don't have to worry while we're away from home.

Jeanelle B.
Dog Walking • Oct 12, 2017
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I hired Allison to walk my dog and she did a great job. She arrived on time which I appreciated.

Mike M.
May 13, 2017

Allyson has been taking care of my dog Mowgli since 2010. I always return from travel to find him happy, well cared for, and generally no worse for the wear. Because he does not travel well, she comes to him, which makes the whole thing less traumatic for him, and very much easier for me as he is there waiting when I get home. I would recommend Allyson to anyone looking for responsible, living, and reasonably priced care for the pets.

About Allyson D.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I provide care in your home to keep your pet comfortable in their familiar environment. I offer both overnight stays and multiple drop-in visits throughout the day - whatever works best for you and your pet. I follow your routine, send photo updates, and treat your home with care.

Information Allyson D. would like to know about your pet

Please share your pet's daily routine, any medications or health concerns, behavioral traits (good with other dogs? anxious around strangers?), and their favorite activities. Let me know about any fears, quirks, or special needs. The more I understand your pet's personality and preferences, the better care I can provide. What matters to you matters to me - I want everyone happy and comfortable!

A typical day

I let each dog's personality guide our activities. My son often joins me. We love playing chase, tug, 'chase the red light' and other games with our furry friends. We're happy with neighborhood walks, hiking trails, dog park visits (if your pup enjoys other dogs), or quiet evening strolls. I follow your dog's energy and preferences, along with your instructions, to ensure they have a great day.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Allyson D.

Mount Airy, Philadelphia, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews