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Barbara & Dirk B.

Star Sitter

Brighton, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Services

Barbara & Dirk can host

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 & Dirk can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

Our daily routine is built around the dogs in our care. One of us is home most of the day, so your pup will have very little, if any, time alone. We provide regular potty breaks, supervised outdoor time in our fenced yard, play sessions, walks (if that’s part of their routine), and plenty of cuddle and relax time throughout the day. We’re happy to follow your dog’s normal feeding, sleeping, and medication schedule so their stay feels familiar, comfortable, and stress-free.

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About Barbara & Dirk B.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We offer a calm, safe, and loving home for your dog while you’re away. We intentionally care for only one dog at a time, so your pup gets our full attention and a peaceful, stress-free stay (no crowded doggy sleepovers here!).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Barbara & Dirk B. would like to know about your pet

Before your pup arrives, we love getting the inside scoop! Tell us all the important details — quirks, routines, favorite toys, secret talents, and anything they consider highly suspicious (vacuum cleaners, mail carriers, men wearing hats, etc.). Do they sleep in a crate, a dog bed, or diagonally across a king-size bed like royalty? Are they an early riser or a professional snoozer? The more we know, the easier it is to make their stay feel like a home away from home. Plus, we like to be fully prepared for important things… like their preferred cuddle schedule.

A typical day

One of us is home almost all the time, so your dog will have little to no time alone—which means plenty of cuddles, playtime, and personalized care throughout the day. And full honesty: we might like dogs more than people… but in the best possible way. It just means your pup will get VIP treatment, lots of affection, and probably a few extra compliments about how cute they are. If you’re looking for a sitter who provides a safe, cozy, low-stress home with lots of love and attention, we’d be honored to care for your dog like they’re our own.

Location

Brighton, MI

Barbara & Dirk B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Barbara & Dirk B. have 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.

Your dog's home away from home!

Pet care experience

We’ve loved and cared for animals our entire lives and have years of hands-on experience with dogs of different ages, sizes, personalities, and physical needs. That lifelong experience helped us create a home designed specifically for dogs’ safety and comfort, where we care for only one pup at a time so we can give them our full attention. With a fenced yard, lots of supervision, and very little time spent alone, your dog will enjoy a calm, loving environment filled with playtime, cuddles, and personalized care.

Reviews

Megan K.
Boarding • Jul 09, 2026
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I almost hate to say how amazing Barbara and Dirk are for fear they’ll get booked up! But, they really are fantastic dog lovers and people.

Megan K.
Boarding • May 26, 2026
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We had a wonderful experience with Barbara and Dirk. Great communication, loving care for our dog.

cindi h.
Boarding • May 04, 2026
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Mackenzie was very happy and spoiled during her stay. She will definitely be back ❤️

Rebecca C.
Boarding • May 02, 2026
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Our dog had a wonderful visit with Barbara and Dirk. They have a great setup for dogs, are friendly, and are good communicators. They even put up with us being later than expected on pickup. We’ll definitely use them again.

About Barbara & Dirk B.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We offer a calm, safe, and loving home for your dog while you’re away. We intentionally care for only one dog at a time, so your pup gets our full attention and a peaceful, stress-free stay (no crowded doggy sleepovers here!).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Barbara & Dirk B. would like to know about your pet

Before your pup arrives, we love getting the inside scoop! Tell us all the important details — quirks, routines, favorite toys, secret talents, and anything they consider highly suspicious (vacuum cleaners, mail carriers, men wearing hats, etc.). Do they sleep in a crate, a dog bed, or diagonally across a king-size bed like royalty? Are they an early riser or a professional snoozer? The more we know, the easier it is to make their stay feel like a home away from home. Plus, we like to be fully prepared for important things… like their preferred cuddle schedule.

A typical day

One of us is home almost all the time, so your dog will have little to no time alone—which means plenty of cuddles, playtime, and personalized care throughout the day. And full honesty: we might like dogs more than people… but in the best possible way. It just means your pup will get VIP treatment, lots of affection, and probably a few extra compliments about how cute they are. If you’re looking for a sitter who provides a safe, cozy, low-stress home with lots of love and attention, we’d be honored to care for your dog like they’re our own.

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Barbara & Dirk B.

Star Sitter

Brighton, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews