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barbara b.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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barbara b.

5.0 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients

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from $60 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

LOVING PET CARE w/FREE PARKING

* I have experience administering ORAL MEDICATION and SUBCUTANEOUS FLUIDS * I have experience with ELDERLY and HANDICAPPED pups * I LOVINGLY CARE FOR YOUR PET(S) 24/7 * I PROVIDE 1 FREE COVERED PARKING SPACE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE * I provide frequent WALKS, exercise, PLAY, and CARE for your loved one - when you are unable. ***Certified & Insured*** Offering Dog Sitting and Doggie Day Care *** I care for your pups ALL DAY, rarely leaving their sides, giving the love and attention that you would give of yourself. I have owned dogs (1 & 2 at a time), for over 35 yrs. I love to exercise my pets by; walking, playing catch, or playing with my sack of toys. I pamper my pets with scratches, brushings, and massages. My visiting pets are allowed on the furniture, and hope they sleep next to me at the end of the day. If necessary, I will sleep on the floor with your pup, if that's what comforts him. I love to exercise my pets - especially if they are regularly indoor house pets, as I feel they need to expel their energy in order to rest and remain quiet and calm in the home.

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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58 ratings
Rose A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 12, 2025

Barbara was a life saver and watched my dog on super short notice a few days before Thanksgiving. My dog had a 5 star vacation with lots of long walks and cuddles. Barbara gave me lots of updates and I knew he was in good hands. I would definitely recommend her and use her services again!

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Jan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 30, 2025

She is the best. We’re pretty sure our dogs like her more than us.

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Penny S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 07, 2021

Barbara is very caring and accommodating. I loved that she kept in touch and sent me pictures. Over all I give her 5 stars and will be using her again.

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Michele B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 28, 2021

Barbara is so sweet and loves animals. I am glad we found her. I felt very comfortable leaving Pablo with her.

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Maureen R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 06, 2021

Miss Barbara is simply amazing! We are so fortunate to have found her!

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Monica B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 03, 2021

Barb is such an awesome sitter! Our dogs love staying with her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm retired so my schedule is all about the pup(s). I offer shampoos, will lightly trim faces, take on drives (yes I have a pup car seat), I help the elderly pups by carrying them down the stairs when raining or when the ground is hot, or when it becomes difficult. I do the same for all my pups, but especially for the weaker or ill pups. Whatever the pup wants, the pup gets.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My home is pup proof. I allow the pup(s) to be free to relax on the furniture and sleep in my bed. My condo complex is very safe. And, I abide by the owner's instructions regarding food, activities, and medicines.

A typical day

I have a large gated grassy play area on the grounds of my condo where we can play fetch, catch, and run. I live in a very walk-able area, as well. I have tug, squeaky, and rolling toys for play in the house. And after outside play, I have cool tiled floor, with area rugs to lay on, or a comfy couch to cuddle up next to me on.

0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
barbara can host up to 2 pets per night
I will watch dogs weighing up to 20lbs, I love all breeds of dogs, however, living in a condo they do have the standard breeds that are prohibited. When sitting your dog, I will need to know it's health, if medications are needed I will need the specifics on the administration, I will need to know its typical behavior, quirks, habits, likes, dislikes, . . . whether it is friendly with strangers and/or other animals. Basically I would like to know how you need me to care for your baby. . . I will welcome him into my home as my own family member.
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.