Ariana B.
Ariana B.
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from $80 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Hikes & One-on-One Dog Care
Looking for more than just a quick walk or a busy kennel? I provide personalized, one-on-one care tailored to your dog's personality, age, and energy level. Whether your dog enjoys a neighborhood walk, a wooded trail hike, a sniff walk, puzzle games, fetch, or simply relaxing with companionship, my goal is to make every visit enjoyable, enriching, and stress-free. I have over 14 years of hands-on experience with dogs, including supervising groups of up to 30 dogs in a professional dog daycare and caring for puppy groups under 4 months old. For more than five years, I also organized dog hikes throughout Westchester County, NY, and Fairfield County, CT, giving dogs a safe, structured, and fun way to exercise and explore. My experience is strongest with Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Doodles, Cavaliers, and other friendly companion breeds that thrive with individualized attention, exercise, enrichment, and companionship. While I welcome many different breeds, I always schedule a meet-and-greet first to make sure we're the right fit for each other. My own Golden Retriever, Kobi, was my best friend and adventure partner for over 12 years. Together we explored hiking trails, beaches, kayaking trips, road trips from Maine to Florida, and countless daily walks. He taught me that every dog is an individual with unique needs, and that is exactly how I care for every dog I meet. I believe many dogs are happier with personalized care than large-group environments. Over the years, I have learned to read canine body language, recognize stress signals, manage different personalities, and create a calm environment where dogs feel safe and comfortable. I have experience with puppies, senior dogs, oral medications, and dogs that simply need extra patience and attention. My home has a fenced yard for supervised outdoor time and is just a five-minute walk from beautiful wooded trails. I intentionally keep boarding and daycare small by accepting only one guest dog at a time, or two dogs from the same family, so every dog receives plenty of supervision, affection, exercise, and individual attention. I also have a playpen available for puppies and young dogs who benefit from structured rest time. My apartment is on the second floor, so dogs should be be comfortable using stairs. While living in England, I helped care for a Golden Retriever, and later in Spain, I cared for a Yorkshire Terrier. These experiences, together with years of owning dogs, leading dog hikes, and working professionally in dog daycare, have given me experience with many different breeds, personalities, and energy levels. My approach combines practical experience with a calm, patient mindset. I am certified in Reiki and Emotion Code energy work and believe dogs thrive when they feel safe, understood, and respected. While every visit focuses first on your dog's physical needs, I also pay close attention to their emotional well-being. Services I offer: • Dog walking • Adventure walks and hikes (up to 2 hours) • 30-60 minute drop-in visits • Puppy visits and enrichment activities • Limited home daycare • Limited boarding for approved dogs For everyone's safety and comfort, I require a meet-and-greet before accepting new clients. I look forward to meeting you and giving your dog the same love, attention, and care that I gave my own.
Cat care experience
Ariana also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Ariana came and stayed with my pup while I was away over the 4th of July weekend. She was great with my pup who is afraid of loud sounds and fireworks. Ariana treated her like she would her own pup. I can't recommend her highly enough.
I've known Ariana for many years through a dog hiking group. Her Golden Retriever, Kobi, was truly the center of her world, and she always made sure he was included in her adventures and travels. The love, dedication, and care she gave him were evident to everyone who knew them. As an experienced dog professional myself, I can say that Ariana is incredibly intuitive with dogs and has a deep understanding of their behavior and needs. She is patient, responsible, attentive, and genuinely enjoys being around animals. Dogs naturally seem to trust and gravitate toward her. Anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and knowledgeable pet sitter would be lucky to have Ariana looking after their dog.
I cannot recommend Ariana highly enough as a pet sitter and animal caregiver. She has an exceptional gift with animals and brings a rare combination of knowledge, responsibility, and genuine compassion to their care, while building relationships through the details of their unique personalities and needs. What stands out most is her deep understanding of animal health, behavior, nutrition, and exercise. She pays close attention to each animal's individual needs and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure they are happy, healthy, and well cared for. Her own pets are a testament to her dedication—they are thriving, well-exercised, beautifully cared for, and clearly loved. In addition to her expertise with animals, she is incredibly organized, dependable, and trustworthy. Whether managing feeding schedules, medications, exercise routines, or special care instructions, she handles every detail with care and professionalism. Pet parents can have complete confidence knowing their beloved companions are in capable and attentive hands. Any pet would be fortunate to spend time with her, and any owner can feel at ease knowing their animals will receive the same level of care and affection she gives her own.
I have known Ariana for many years and can honestly say she is one of the most trustworthy and caring people I know. She has always had a special connection with animals, especially dogs and horses. I had the opportunity to go hiking with Ariana and her Golden Retriever, Kobi, and it was obvious how strong their bond was. Kobi absolutely adored her, and she was always attentive to his needs and well-being. Ariana also took my Boxer, Hakim, for walks. He loved spending time with her and was always excited to see her. I knew he was in great hands whenever she was caring for him. I would highly recommend Ariana to anyone looking for someone reliable, responsible, and genuinely passionate about animals. Any dog would be lucky to spend time with her.
I've known Ariana for several years and have seen firsthand how much she loves dogs. She watched my Yorkie several times, took him for walks, and always treated him like one of her own. I've also gone on dog hikes with Ariana and Kobi, and she was always great with all the dogs in the group. She pays attention to each dog's personality and makes sure they are safe, comfortable, and having fun. My Yorkie was always happy to see her, and I never had to worry when he was in her care. I would definitely trust Ariana with my dog again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone caring, responsible, and experienced with dogs.
I met Ariana when she led dog hikes in Westchester County. She had one group for large dogs and another for medium/large dogs. She was welcoming to people and dogs, and always tried to take us to places/trails that everyone would enjoy. My dog Lua, a golden retriever, loved going on those hikes and came home happy and well exercised. I also went on a few road trips with Ariana and her dog Kobi. She structured the itinerary so that we had stops along the way where Kobi could stretch his legs and sniff around for a while. She was very devoted to him and would wake up very early to take Kobi for a walk. She loves dogs and does all she can to make sure they are comfortable and happy.
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine. I am self-employed as a bookkeeper and real estate agent, which allows me to work primarily from home and maintain a flexible schedule. While I occasionally leave the house for appointments, errands, or property showings, I am able to plan my schedule around the needs of the pets in my care. This flexibility allows me to provide frequent potty breaks, exercise, playtime, companionship, and close supervision for dogs staying in my home.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I provide a safe, calm, and personalized environment with plenty of individual attention. My home has a fenced yard for supervised outdoor time, and I live just a 5-minute walk from wooded trails for walks and adventures. Dogs have access to a comfortable sofa, toys, and puzzle games for enrichment and mental stimulation. I live in a second-floor apartment, so dogs should be comfortable using stairs. I only accept 1 dogs at a time or 2 from the same family to ensure each dog receives plenty of supervision, exercise, and companionship.
A typical day
Every dog is different, so I tailor activities to their personality, age, and energy level. For active dogs, that may include walks, wooded trail hikes, fetch in the yard, or other outdoor adventures. For curious dogs, I enjoy incorporating enrichment activities such as puzzle toys, nose work, and sniff walks that allow them to explore the world at their own pace. Some dogs simply prefer companionship, belly rubs, and relaxing nearby, and I'm happy to provide that too. My goal is to make sure each dog feels comfortable, engaged, and cared for in a way that suits their individual needs.