Asal N.
Reston, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Asal can care for
Availability
I typically book out no more than 2-3 weeks in advance, and additionally, with as little notice as 2-3 days because I understand last minute changes happen. I am available most weekends and try to keep my calendar up to date with blocked off dates.
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About Asal N.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Most of my house-sitting stays are guaranteed overnights, especially if your pet is the lonely/separation anxiety type. If you are request does not require overnights and you are only seeking a couple hours of care a day such as "day-care" please do let me know as I have begun offering this service as well! Lastly, I make sure to clean and disinfect any accidents, bring in packages delivered to your front porch, water your plants, put out the trash, etc.
Information Asal N. would like to know about your pet
For cat owners: how active is your cat, what is your definition of abnormal behavior to watch out for, do they enjoy catnip, do they drink out of the toilet bowl, do they like greeting new guests or will they stay hidden from me for the duration of my visit? For dog owners: how leash trained is the dog, do they need to be re-directed if another dog approaches, how many times do they go potty on a walk, is there any furniture they're not allowed on, what is their level of obedience training/how well do they listen to commands such as "down" "off" or "leave it"?
A typical day
For cat drop-ins: I begin the stay by talking to myself/the cats as soon as I enter the house so no cats are startled by my sudden presence. I’ll play music and sing as I go around scooping litter, changing water bowls, sprinkling catnip around until feeding time. I try to play with the cats ahead of lunch/dinner to work up an appetite but if they’re shy and won’t come out I’ll just fill their bowls and give them their space. I also coat their favorite toys in catnip and then scatter them around the house for them to hunt, if that's something they enjoy. I also toss treats from room to room so they can hunt those too. I really enjoy brushing cats and getting their coats all silky smooth if your cat tolerates being groomed. For dog drop-ins: More or less the same as it is for cat sitting, I talk to myself and play music so we're not just sitting around an empty house all lonely. I like to stick to the dogs routine as much as possible so if you have a favorite dog park you like to visit I'll take them there otherwise I let your dog lead the way around the neighborhood until we loop back around. I'm not much of a rough-houser so my play is very tame, some tug of war or throwing a ball, maybe chasing them around the backyard if it's fenced in but I don't do wrestling. If your dog is a big bedtime snuggler that's great, I love to cuddle!
Location
Reston, VA
Pets
DC’s favorite petsitter!
Pet care experience
😻 Hi there, I’m Asal; if you’re looking for your new, ideal, pet sitter, look no further! From neonatal kittens to disabled seniors who require medication -- I have positive experiences with all ages and temperaments regardless of breed or species. I have been pet sitting on Rover for nearly 10 years now and while the majority of my clients are cat owners I’m no stranger to caring for a wide range of pets including dogs, hamsters, and even birds! I’ve always been a huge animal lover and want to make your pets feel as comfortable as possible when you leave home; Ideally, they won’t even notice you’re gone! You can rest assured at night knowing that I take pride in my work and will respect your home and your pet’s boundaries. • I reply quickly, usually within three hours • Located conveniently in Herndon, VA • I believe animals deserve just as much respect and empathy as people do 🦠 COVID-19 policy: I am fully vaccinated and will clean/disinfect any surfaces I touch while in your home. A mask will be worn during meet and greets, and I can wear one during the stay as well as gloves, if that makes you more comfortable. Looking forward to hearing from you about your furry companions!
Cat care experience
Asal also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Asal did an excellent job caring for my pets. It was a seamless experience, and the pets were happy and well cared for. I would not hesitate to book Asal again! A true professional.
Our second time having Asal watch our cats. They’re the best! Our shy kitty even warmed up to them really quickly.
Asal was wonderful with our two anxious pups! They did an in-home stay for us since our dogs do best with this arrangement and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Asal was so professional and gave scheduled, detailed updates to let us know how our fur babies were doing. They even stripped the bed for us, too! Would definitely book again- highly recommend!
Asal did such a good job! They provided great updates and pictures throughout and were very patient with our cat! :)
About Asal N.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Most of my house-sitting stays are guaranteed overnights, especially if your pet is the lonely/separation anxiety type. If you are request does not require overnights and you are only seeking a couple hours of care a day such as "day-care" please do let me know as I have begun offering this service as well! Lastly, I make sure to clean and disinfect any accidents, bring in packages delivered to your front porch, water your plants, put out the trash, etc.
Information Asal N. would like to know about your pet
For cat owners: how active is your cat, what is your definition of abnormal behavior to watch out for, do they enjoy catnip, do they drink out of the toilet bowl, do they like greeting new guests or will they stay hidden from me for the duration of my visit? For dog owners: how leash trained is the dog, do they need to be re-directed if another dog approaches, how many times do they go potty on a walk, is there any furniture they're not allowed on, what is their level of obedience training/how well do they listen to commands such as "down" "off" or "leave it"?
A typical day
For cat drop-ins: I begin the stay by talking to myself/the cats as soon as I enter the house so no cats are startled by my sudden presence. I’ll play music and sing as I go around scooping litter, changing water bowls, sprinkling catnip around until feeding time. I try to play with the cats ahead of lunch/dinner to work up an appetite but if they’re shy and won’t come out I’ll just fill their bowls and give them their space. I also coat their favorite toys in catnip and then scatter them around the house for them to hunt, if that's something they enjoy. I also toss treats from room to room so they can hunt those too. I really enjoy brushing cats and getting their coats all silky smooth if your cat tolerates being groomed. For dog drop-ins: More or less the same as it is for cat sitting, I talk to myself and play music so we're not just sitting around an empty house all lonely. I like to stick to the dogs routine as much as possible so if you have a favorite dog park you like to visit I'll take them there otherwise I let your dog lead the way around the neighborhood until we loop back around. I'm not much of a rough-houser so my play is very tame, some tug of war or throwing a ball, maybe chasing them around the backyard if it's fenced in but I don't do wrestling. If your dog is a big bedtime snuggler that's great, I love to cuddle!
Asal N.
Reston, VA