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Barbara B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Barbara B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$45 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Barbara has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
45 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Loving care away from home!

I have loved several german shepherds and labradors over the years. We enjoyed doing obedience classes and hiking many trails together. I also have a medical background and can manage meds.

Qualifications

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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17 ratings
towerdweller@live.com
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juin 07, 2026

Barbara was so wonderful with my older GSD, Ranger! She loved on him and babied him when his back legs started acting up. Every picture Barbara sent was precious. I felt very comfortable with the care Ranger received. I’d highly recommend Barbara!

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Mary B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mai 24, 2026

Stellar sitter! Routinely goes above & beyond to keep the canine AND human happy! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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Amy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mars 30, 2026

Barb provided excellent care for my to pups. Will definitely be using her again on future trips

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Justin I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • mars 16, 2026

Thanks for everything, Kali loves being there.

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Leslie P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • janv. 29, 2026

Our dog seemed to adjust very well. We got daily updates and pictures on how she was doing. Barbara even took her for walks in frigid temperatures. That’s going above and beyond.

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Justin I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • janv. 21, 2026

Great as always

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am retired from nursing and spend most of my time @ home reading/quilting. I have recently lost both my dogs to cancer, but my days were enjoyed focusing on their walks and play time.

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 not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard (5' tall) and always accompanied my dogs outside. We also went for walks twice daily. They enjoyed hikes in nearby Staunton State Park twice a week. Also have an XL crate if your dog is crate trained. Mine were not and spent their time next to me on the couch. I also have several dog beds in the bedroom.

Pets

A typical day

Enjoying walks twice daily, hikes in nearby Staunton State Park often. Several dog toys to enjoy, and a safe fenced yard to chase the balls. Lots of personal attention on the couch!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Barbara can host up to 1 pet per night
Need to know medications/routines and any other medical issues. Are there any fears/anxieties? For thunder we turn on fans/music and simply sit together 'til the storm has passed.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.