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Ariel L.

Star Sitter

Durham, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Services

Ariel 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

Ariel can care for

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

Availability

My schedule consist of a 32 hour week day work week, so I’ll have some time during the week. I’m also completely available on weekends. My husband is a fire fighter and on off days is home all day. He’s a big help and also loves working with animals (bonus points if they like fetch haha).

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Ariel L.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We love being physically active, so long walks are always completely okay with me! I like to have my eyes on the pet most of the time to ensure they’re safe and making good decisions.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Ariel L. would like to know about your pet

Important information to know before sitting a pet are the breed or type of pet he/she is, any tendencies I should look out for, and the pet's normal behavior on walks and at home. How does your pet interact with submissive dogs?

A typical day

A pet can be guaranteed multiple walks and lots of play time when staying with me, unless directed otherwise by their owner. I value the importance of exercise. I know many pets do not receive adequate enough exercise for their breed, so I wanna keep the pet exercising as well as time for relaxation.

Location

Durham, NC

Ariel L.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Ariel L. has 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.

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Pet care experience

Here's a little info about me: I have had pets my whole life, so I am very comfortable around all type and sizes. I have also worked at a grooming shop for a year washing and drying dogs, and assisted with cats. Additionally, I’ve worked at Petsmart as pet care associate, so I’ve been around varies types of pets. I have dealt with pets dealing with trauma, as well as young fun loving pets. I like to make sure that the pet feels safe and comfortable, and I hope they enjoy their time with me. Because of my love for pets, constant playing and fun walks are never a hassle for me. It is important to know that I am reliable, and I will never commit to something if I was unable to follow through with it. I have a dog of my own. He is very energetic, but very submissive around other dogs. For boarding, commitment will be based on the dogs getting along with each other to ensure safety. For my husband, he has also grown up with pets his whole life (mostly cats). Since our 7years together, he has helped out with my own individual pets as well as booking through rover. To be a better help for your needs, he is available for bookings if I am not able to myself.

Reviews

Sloan P.
Boarding • Jul 06, 2026
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My french bulldog has made herself at home with Ariel on 4 separate occasions this year - she runs away with Ariel at drop off and never looks back, so clearly it's true love! Thank you so much, Ariel, we're already looking forward to our next sleepover :)

Sloan P.
Boarding • Jun 22, 2026
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This was Maisy's third stay with Ariel, it's wonderful to have someone that Maisy loves so much - Ariel is an amazing sitter in every way!

Sloan P.
Boarding • Jun 13, 2026
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Maisy had a fantastic overnight stay with Ariel and despite the short stay, I i still got several updates and photos along the way of the fun they were having!

Mahadevuni A.
Drop-In Visits • May 06, 2026
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Ariel is a great cat sitter. We have three cats and all of them loved her. She was on time each day, gave us heads up when visit times changed, managed the litter, food and water requirements very well. I would strongly recommend Ariel to anyone looking for a great cat sitter that your cats/pets would definitely love.

About Ariel L.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We love being physically active, so long walks are always completely okay with me! I like to have my eyes on the pet most of the time to ensure they’re safe and making good decisions.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Ariel L. would like to know about your pet

Important information to know before sitting a pet are the breed or type of pet he/she is, any tendencies I should look out for, and the pet's normal behavior on walks and at home. How does your pet interact with submissive dogs?

A typical day

A pet can be guaranteed multiple walks and lots of play time when staying with me, unless directed otherwise by their owner. I value the importance of exercise. I know many pets do not receive adequate enough exercise for their breed, so I wanna keep the pet exercising as well as time for relaxation.

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Ariel L.

Star Sitter

Durham, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews