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Ashley K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Ashley K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $98 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

WFH teacher/ pet professional

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a super proud dog mom:) not only am I a certified special education teacher, I am also a licensed counselor. The therapeutic benefits that dogs offer us daily is truly remarkable. I have never met a dog I didn’t love..My family and I have had multiple dogs our whole lives. I have volunteered for 2 prominent Dog organizations in NJ. We have fostered rescue dogs in the past and are hopping to have a seeing eye puppy placed in our care in the future. Everyone around me loves and respects dogs. My best friend even happens to be a vet! Veteran educator now working from home. I am available every day of the week for walks and play dates. Boarding also considered. Dogs walked every 2/ 4 hours depending on age and need. I have 2 amazing dogs to keep your pet company should you choose to board. For walks, I am a seasoned professional who understands the value of trust and reliance. Your pets will be well cared for when they are entrusted to my care. To ease anxieties an apple itag is available to be placed on your dogs collar while they are in my care.

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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47 ratings
Melissa C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 18, 2026

Ashely is great and very passionate about the pups. On top of being a life saver (last minute booking), Zion was clearly taken care of and had a great time. Would recommend Ashley!

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Jen T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 16, 2026

Happy and relieved to have found our new go-to dog-sitter!! Ashley was so kind and loving toward our girl, Piper. She brought her into her home as if she was one of her own. She is very conscientious and has lots of little things in place to ensure your dog is comfortable and safe. I really appreciated all of the pictures and videos she sent so we could see that our girl was happy and loving life at Ashley’s house. We will definitely be using her for boarding going forward!

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Bob M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 08, 2024

Ashley was a great care giver at her home for our 9 year old golden retriever. She is very warm and a pleasure to deal with, and she gave us total peace of mind that he was in good hands. We very much look forward to working with her in the future.

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Lisa p.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jun 28, 2024

Ashley is conscientious and kind! Charlie always comes home wagging his tail and calm! Thank you Ashley!

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Lisa p.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jun 10, 2024

Ashley is responsive, accommodating and provided a very comfortable environment for our golden retriever during his play date. We are comfortable with her and Charlie seemed relaxed when he came home. We look forward to the next day of doggy day care! Thanks Ashley!

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Carol C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 29, 2024

Awesome in-house pet sitting! I can’t say enough good things about Ashley! I don’t think Kimber wanted to be picked up!! Thanks Ashley!!!

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Schedule

Walks occur 4-5 times daily I work from home (run an “Etsy” gift shop ) so it’s am able to be dialed into your pets every single need.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

When boarding with me at the “Mountainside Mutt Hutt” dogs have full run of the entire home (beds & couches included!) If staying in your home I ask the homeowner to leave a detailed “lesson plan” for this recently “retired” special educator. I follow all directions to the letter. As a licensed therapist, I understand the value of trust & confidentiality. With me, you are able to enjoy your time away from home completely stress free- knowing a competent, reliable professional is taking care of your home & pups!

Pets

A typical day

Walks around our beautiful neighborhood. Our house (which is super dog friendly) is filled with safe dog toys. Our house floor plan offers plenty of space for dogs to run, roam, or have their own spectate space should they choose. Should you choose to board with us- please know dogs are very rarely left in the home alone.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Ashley can host up to 4 pets per night
Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or behavioral issues… even small behaviors should be communicated prior to confirming appointment. Pictures and videos will be sent throughout appointment. ***work for a larger corporation? Inquire about BRIGHT HORIZONS “back up care” coverage; in which you can convert unused child care credits, for Rover credits!!!***
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.