Ashley R.
Ashley R.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $20 per visit
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
I’d pet a crocodile if it’d let me!
I am currently active duty Air Force as my day job and have been a pet sitter part time on Rover for 4 years now. I am an animal advocate with 3 cats, a betta fish, and an Aussie shepherd mix. In 2023 I moved to Virginia from Missouri where I was an avid volunteer with Warrensburg Cat Advocates doing TNR (trap neuter release) as well as Old Drum Animal shelter with over 800 hours of service in my 4 years living there which led to me being awarded the military outstanding volunteer service medal, or my “cat medal” as I call it. Since I moved to VA, I have been volunteering weekly at the Cat Corner shelter in Hampton as a general caregiver and 1 of 12 people qualified for medicine administration. I have been trained in administering oral medicine such as pills and liquids, eye and ear drops, subq fluids, and topical treatments. I have yet to lose a finger! I also volunteer with Wildlife Response Inc as I am a certified wildlife rehabber with a Virginia wildlife rehabilitator license achieving my goal of branching out with animal experience even further by providing care for injured and orphaned wildlife. My main wildlife animal expertise is with raccoons but I am certified for possums, squirrels, and box turtles too. Because I don’t believe in free time, I am also working on my bachelors degree with ASU in biological sciences focusing on conservation biology and ecology. When I’m not working with animals I’m often out in nature. For fun I enjoy getting a sweet treat and walking a beach or park while birding and pick up litter as I go. Note: my house sitting rates are for and equal 3 drop in visits per day. If you require more or less visits please let me know or book under “drop in visits”. I do not do overnight stays in your home, but I will be sure to check on your pet first thing in the morning and again right before bed.
Cat care experience
Ashley also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
Between military training and volunteering with wildlife rehabilitation and medicine administrator, attention to details and situational awareness is second nature for me and of the utmost importance. I welcome and respect clients of all walks of life. My priority is to provide safe and reliable experience for you and your pets.
Ratings and reviews
Ashley did such an amazing job taking care of our 2 cats, Nala & Luna!! She followed my instructions for their meds & food to a T! Both cats loved her & enjoyed their extra attention, treats, & playtime while we were away for a week! Ashley also brought any mail or packages in & took our trash & recycle out to the curb on pickup day. I thoroughly enjoyed all the updates & pictures at every drop in visit! We will definitely be having Ashley watch Nala & Luna again!! :)
I could not have asked for a better dog sitter!!! She went above and beyond with the care she provided to my baby!!! From the moment I met her at our meet and greet, it was evident how knowledgeable and experienced she is with pet care. She didn’t bat an eye at the extra care Luna needs for some health issues and she was comfortable administering Luna’s medicine. I had complete peace of mind while I was out of town with the many updates, pictures, and even videos Ashley would send to me!! I cannot recommend her enough!!! I will definitely be using her again! Thank you Ashley!!!
I have never seen our sassy bird take to someone as quickly as Ashley, he was putty in her hands when most of my family still can’t pick him up! She was extremely good about communicating with us which put us at ease knowing he was getting great care when we were far away. She kept his cage tidy and we could tell in the pictures how much he was enjoying his visits. We can’t recommend her enough and would hire her again in a heartbeat!
Ashley did an amazing job. This was our first time trying home sitting. She came right away for a meet and greet and made sure she had every detail for the dogs to make sure they were well taken care of. She sent an update with each visit, stayed in touch, and flexible for our schedule. 10/10 would recommend!
Ashley was awesome! I needed help administering subcutaneous fluids to my dog who's normally scared and loves to run and hide. Her knowledge, experience, and flexibility made it a smooth and easy process. She has a strong passion for animals that shines through the care she provides. Highly recommended!
Ashley went above and beyond while dropping in to check on our two cats while we were away!!! She had consistently great communication and photos, went the extra mile in every aspect, and displayed genuine care for them. We could not imagine recommending anybody else after our experience with Ashley!!
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Schedule
On days I work I am able to check on pets during my lunch break. My day pretty much revolves around my fur babies and animals under my care.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsAshley can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- Let me know if you have any specific instructions for your pet. I want your pet to be as comfortable as possible and I will gladly tailor to their needs.
- These prices are for 1 dog.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.