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Barbara A.

Star Sitter

Vancouver, BC

4.9 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Barbara can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Barbara can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I am currently just retired so I have lots of time to care for each pet thoroughly and lovingly by walking, sitting and playing as needed.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Barbara A.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

48 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a small fenced yard for dogs and live near a large dog park in a forest to take dogs for a good walk and play.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Barbara A. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs. I will make sure to watch for other vicious dogs ahead of time to avoid them and other dangers such as food or garbage on a path.

A typical day

I like to give dogs a nice long walk, play fetch if they like and give them a chance to run if their recall is good. I have a great dog park near me.

Location

Vancouver, BC

Barbara A.'s Neighborhood

Barbara A. 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.

Cats and Dogs Loved Here

Pet care experience

I have owned, and cared for many dogs and cats from kitten and puppyhood to elder pet. I have house trained puppies and trained them for recall and walking. I have bottle raised kittens and cared for strays and feral cats as well as friends and neighbour cats over many years. All of my cats were raised from kittens to elder cats because I am a committed and dedicated pet owner who does not abandon any fur family members. I have given pets medication and IVs in their old age and treated each one with tenderness and love.

Cat care experience

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Care for each unique cat

Barbara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Yunji C.
Boarding • May 21, 2026
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Barbara is the best! My dog and cat stayed with her. She looked after them with alot of care, making sure everyone is properly fed, given attention, and happy.

Sara Z.
Dog Walking • Apr 17, 2026
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Barbara did a great job walking our dog Cooper. She was very friendly and followed instructions. Cooper liked he very much. I would recommend her as a dog walker. I will book her again.

Keith J.
Boarding • Feb 27, 2026
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Barbara did an amazing job looking after our blue healer Kutya. It was a long term ( 2 month ) assignment for Barbara and when we returned Kutya was happy, well fed and had been given daily walks . Barbara also kept in touch with us on a weekly basis by sharing pictures which assured us that all is well. We would highly recommend Barbara as a pet sitter.

Cindy L.
Boarding • Jan 14, 2026
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Barbara did a wonderful job looking after Teddy. She lovingly took care of all his needs and took the time to listen and follow through on all the details for his medicines and his care. She sent updates a couple times a week and answered any inquiries I had while we were away. When I picked Teddy up, he looked happy and clean. I could tell that Barbara had taken the extra time and effort to ensure Teddy was well loved and taken care of. I would definitely book with Barbara again.

About Barbara A.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

48 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a small fenced yard for dogs and live near a large dog park in a forest to take dogs for a good walk and play.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Barbara A. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs. I will make sure to watch for other vicious dogs ahead of time to avoid them and other dangers such as food or garbage on a path.

A typical day

I like to give dogs a nice long walk, play fetch if they like and give them a chance to run if their recall is good. I have a great dog park near me.

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Barbara A.

Star Sitter

Vancouver, BC

4.9 out of 5 stars
24 reviews