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Ariel D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients
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Ariel D.

5.0 out of 5 stars
8 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced animal lover!

Hi, my name is Ariel! I have past professional experience as a kennel and cattery technician of almost two years as well as plenty of volunteer experience in shelters. I have a soft spot for animals and have worked with dozens of dog and cat breeds, tempers and personalities. I also have house sat, administered oral medication, and walked the heaviest of dogs!

Qualifications

8 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I have 3 cats and a bordernese dog of my own, Winston, who I've trained to use buttons to communicate. I've cared for cats all my life and dogs for almost a decade and I will care for yours like they are family! Whatever their needs are, whether it's special attention for a nervous pup, a gentle approach for a shy cat or a ton of cuddles, I can adapt to whatever sort of animal you need care for. I also have experience with exotic animals such as sugar gliders, snakes and smaller animals such as rats and hamsters. Additionally, I have an educational background in psychology, and so the comfort and mental state of your animal is of the utmost importance to me. I never want an animal to feel uncomfortable or cause stress, so if additional meet and greets are needed for more anxious pups or kitties, I am more than happy to accommodate. I will also stay in consistent touch with you, sending pictures of your pet's visit (which I love to take) and ensure that important information is properly communicated.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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25 ratings
Marybeth G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 16, 2025

Ariel was amazing she left a nice note and lots of pictures everyday. Would absolutely recommend her taking care of your pets!

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Kayla C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 22, 2025

I’m so thankful to have found Ariel to take care of our dog! She is reliable, flexible, and always communicates with us so we have nothing to worry about. I highly recommended her :)

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Bill E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 31, 2025

Very dependable and responsive. Highly recommended!

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Ann G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 31, 2025

Ariel is the best! She is patient & kind & offers super newsy updates about her walks!

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Ann G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 28, 2025

Skye loved her walks with Ariel! Ariel is always on time and very loving with Skye!

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Ann G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jan 15, 2025

Ariel is kind, loving, and caring! I will use her again & again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I study remotely from home, so I am free to make a number of visits a day. This also allows me to be flexible, as I set my own schedule!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Ariel can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
I like to start every new client out with a free meet and greet before I confirm the booking. This allows me to ask you for important information regarding your animal, for example: care instructions, location of important tools/food, leash reactivity, etc. It also helps the animals to get to know me with you, the owner, there to bridge the gap and makes it easier on your animal for future visits!
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.