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Ariona P.

Portsmouth, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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Hi there! I'm Ariona, a crazy animal lady with a passion for providing the best possible care for all furry friends. I've been volunteering and working with animals my whole life, and I currently have 3 furry little ones under my roof. When you book with me, you can rest assured you're choosing a high quality of care for you animals and ensuring the same for any fosters I take in. With the additional income from pet sitting I'm able to spoil my fosters with brand new collars and leashes, higher quality food, new kennels, medical necessities, and lots of treats and toys. Part of each booking will be contributed to one of the 3 animal rescue networks I work with. Additionally, I'm also a seasoned animal caregiver, and I offer a range of special services such as raw food preparation, bathing/basic grooming, and training reinforcement. I'm active duty in the military (currently in the process of separating) and also a part-time college student, but I've never had trouble making time for animals. I'm a highly organized and responsible individual, and I'm always available to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have. If you're looking for a pet sitter who will love and care for your furry friend like they were their own, then I'm your girl! I'm confident that I can provide your pet with the best possible care while you're away.

Reviews

Jennifer B.
Dog Boarding • nov. 29, 2022
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A great sitter, Ariona sent updates and photos throughout the visit! She was very respectful and kept in contact with me. She was prompt and thorough in answering all of my questions. The dogs looked great. Would definitely book again with her in the future!

Sverra S.
House Sitting • févr. 03, 2019
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Ariona was absolutely fantastic! My pup was one week post neutered and she was so accommodating to his needs- I knew he was in good hands! Ariona was able to stay at my place- she left my home clean and cared for! I give her the highest recommendation and will definitely use her services again!

Zachary M.
Dog Boarding • juin 12, 2017
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Great stay, very professional. No problems came home happy and clean. Thank you

Erica M.
Dog Boarding • mai 21, 2017
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Ariona did an amazing job of caring for our boys! They were very much at home while staying with her. She was very nice and our dogs seemed to absolutely be in love with her.

About Ariona P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

11 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Any time I am not in the home, any crate trained dogs will be crated and I have a security camera that will alert me to even the smallest bark. Dogs that are left to "free roam" are confined to our living room area via baby gates that keep them out of the kitchen and away from any trouble. I have a subscription to an animal enrichment channel on my TV which I do leave on when I'm not in the home as I find that this greatly reduces anxiety. All transportation of dogs is done in a Ruffland kennel. This ensures that your dog is both safe and secure while riding in my car. These kennels are rated for safety in the event of an accident, and are able to hold even the most crafty escape artist. In the unlikely event of emergency, I am 5 minutes away from The Cove emergency animal care center. I do provide pet parents with a list of treats kept in the home and will have discussions regarding any allergies or dietary restrictions. I use a lot of food based enrichment like lick mats and lick bowls to keep dogs happy and mentally stimulated and want to do everything I can to make sure they're getting a safe and healthy treat.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Ariona P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know of they have any behavioural issues that I should be aware of, their general habits, personality, and how they do with other animals. Also I'd like to know if they're currently being trained on something so I can help reinforce that training while you're away. Any recall issues, reactivity, food sensitivities, or otherwise are all very important to helping me give your pet the best care possible.

A typical day

I'm a huge fan of puzzle toys on rainy days and keep a large variety of them on hand. I'll happily provide your pup with their own lick mats, snuffle mats, puzzle toys, and slow feeders for the duration of their stay. We have TV time, lots of play either with the resident dogs in the home or, for our less social guests, we're always happy to give them their own special play session.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$36per night
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Ariona can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Ariona can watch in your home

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

Availability

I lead a very active lifestyle, especially since I own a working breed dog and partner predominantlywith rescues specializing in shepherds and malinois. I start my mornings at 0630 with about a mile walk/run. My own pup have specially prepared meals, so I often let them play in the backyard while I prep their food. Everyone is usually fed by 0700 and I leave for work at 0715 once everyone is secured in there respective kennel. My lunch is at 1100 and I always come home since I have a puppy with a typical puppy bladder in my home. The dogs are let out to stretch their legs for about 45 minutes to and hour before I head back to work. I do take time to monitor animals in my care via a security camera that alerts me to movement as well as noise, and I have a 6 minute commute to work which means I can be home to check on your pets very quickly. My day ends at 1430, and once I get home (depending on the weather) we either go for a walk, play in the yard, or I break out the kiddie pools and splash pads for the dogs to enjoy. We do NOT go to any dog parks under any circumstances. This is for the safety of the animals in my care as well as my own. My yard is large and has adequate space for play. We end the night with dinner around 7 and a couple of chews to encourage every dog to release whatever energy they have left before bed. My weekends are always packed with trips to parks, farmers markets, dog friendly restaurants, and stores. My dog is a regular at many local spots and has even been featured on a few instagram pages! These outing occur on an a by approval basis only. Dogs coming into my care for the first time don't always do well with too many new things, so we like to proceed with caution and only take dogs for outings that we know will do well and enjoy their time. I can guarantee that with my busy life, even the most energetic pup will be thoroughly worn out.

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SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a year ago
Ariona can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Ariona P.

Communication

1 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

11 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Any time I am not in the home, any crate trained dogs will be crated and I have a security camera that will alert me to even the smallest bark. Dogs that are left to "free roam" are confined to our living room area via baby gates that keep them out of the kitchen and away from any trouble. I have a subscription to an animal enrichment channel on my TV which I do leave on when I'm not in the home as I find that this greatly reduces anxiety. All transportation of dogs is done in a Ruffland kennel. This ensures that your dog is both safe and secure while riding in my car. These kennels are rated for safety in the event of an accident, and are able to hold even the most crafty escape artist. In the unlikely event of emergency, I am 5 minutes away from The Cove emergency animal care center. I do provide pet parents with a list of treats kept in the home and will have discussions regarding any allergies or dietary restrictions. I use a lot of food based enrichment like lick mats and lick bowls to keep dogs happy and mentally stimulated and want to do everything I can to make sure they're getting a safe and healthy treat.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Ariona P. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know of they have any behavioural issues that I should be aware of, their general habits, personality, and how they do with other animals. Also I'd like to know if they're currently being trained on something so I can help reinforce that training while you're away. Any recall issues, reactivity, food sensitivities, or otherwise are all very important to helping me give your pet the best care possible.

A typical day

I'm a huge fan of puzzle toys on rainy days and keep a large variety of them on hand. I'll happily provide your pup with their own lick mats, snuffle mats, puzzle toys, and slow feeders for the duration of their stay. We have TV time, lots of play either with the resident dogs in the home or, for our less social guests, we're always happy to give them their own special play session.

Location

Portsmouth, VA

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Ariona P.

Portsmouth, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews