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Barbara B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
35 repeat clients
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Barbara B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
35 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Love all animals!

I have loved all animals since I was a small child. I’ve had multiple dogs throughout my life who were all rescues of various ages. I was also blessed to have had the most wonderful horse for 24 years. I have spent the last 35 years working with rescues, (25 years specifically German Shepherds) but have fostered everything from Chihuahuas to Mastiffs. If they have 4 legs (or wings or fins) I love them! I volunteered for a no-kill shelter for 15 years, caring for all types of animals, going to adoption events and also coordinating fundraising. During that time I also became involved with German Shepherd rescue. For the last 25 years, I have fostered and nursed many dogs through serious illnesses (canine flu/pneumonia) that came out of animal control facilities so I’m very comfortable with administering medicine, injections and any special needs a pet may have. One of my foster dogs had to have both her hips done and there was a lot of very specific care and time that went into her rehabilitation. I treat all animals as if they were my own and go the extra mile. I share my home with a fiesty German Shepherd. Please contact me with any questions about availability.

Cat care experience

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Animals are my life!

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

Qualifications

35 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is my number one concern! I use my own equipment which includes an additional collar with a clip that goes to the leash so that if one collar fails, the dog is still attached. My years of rescue have shown me how easy a dog can slip a collar, or a buckle can come apart. I am also very conscious of doors, and making sure a pet cannot get out.

Ratings and reviews

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168 ratings
Michelle R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 23, 2026

Barb is fantastic with my kitties. She not only pops in she takes extra time to play with them, too. Love receiving the photos of them as well. Highly recommend Barb!

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Rosie A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 01, 2026

Loved the updates and the pictures. So relieved they did well. Happy with the drop in visit this afternoon. Looking forward to future visits after using Rover. Thank you Barbara!

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Brenda G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 10, 2026

Barbara was great with my dog and 2 cats. She spent time with them, made sure they had food, water, and my dog her meds. She cleaned up after them and took great care of them all. Would definitely recommend and use her again!

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leslie s.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 23, 2026

Wonderful to work with!

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Brittany L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 19, 2026

Barb was great and communicated well and would make sure our baby was comfortable before she left.

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James C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 04, 2026

Barbara provides excellent care for Nala and goes above and beyond to ensure everything is taken care of.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work at a Farm Market from mid-June through October, so during that time frame I'm unable to commit to mid-day care. I am available mornings and evenings. From November to mid-June, my schedule is very open.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Barbara can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Letting me know of any special needs your pet may have is very helpful. Always appreciate any and all information that helps me care for your pets.
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.