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Barbara L.

Occoquan, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews
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I ❤️ pets!

Pet care experience

I’ve always been a pet lover, but began my “professional career” at age 12, as a Junior Dog Handler in the AKC. I loved showing my Dalmatian and the other dogs from our local club. I took a hiatus during college, got a “real job” after, & began working PT as a dog training instructor. I had so many clients as an instructor that I quit the daily grind & began my own walking company in Ohio. When I moved to DC, I never thought with the cost of living that this would be feasible, so I went back to a “real 9 to 5”. Now, I know that it’s time to begin doing what I love again, working with animals!

Reviews

Jen K.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 13, 2024
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Hammer was in good hands with Barbie! She is great with pets, she took the time to find the cat to play. Barbie kept me up to date with the visits and overall is a lovely person. Will be requesting her services again next time i need pet care!

Amy M.
House Sitting • Mar 31, 2024
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Once again, Barbi was great with our difficult English bulldog! Not only is he well taken care of, we also get frequent updates, she brings in our mail and packages and always leaves the house super clean. Highly recommend her for dog sitting!

Bob & Helaine L.
Dog Walking • Feb 22, 2024
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Barbara L was great. She took a personal interest in our Greyhound and made sure that she was well cared for while we were out.

Amy M.
House Sitting • Feb 20, 2024
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Barbi was amazing and took great care of our pup! Will definitely be using her again!

About Barbara L.

Communication

29 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My experience has been with all size of pets from 145 pound German-bred Rottweilers to Chihuahuas, to Bengal cats, so I'm open to all. As for training, I'd be happy to continue any specific training techniques that you may be working on.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Barbara L. would like to know about your pet

I do offer the option of bringing my greyhound, Bleu over to your house to play, & visit your dog. If this interests you, I do require a meet & greet with our pets, so we may make sure everyone get along. This would also be the time to learn your pets' intricacies, discuss any medical concerns and/or behavioral issues.

A typical day

Our active family would be happy to take your dog on “adventures” to visit the local parks. Where we'd have access to a fenced, off-leash area or to go for a hike; just let me know! As for kitties, I'd be happy to walk harnessed outside, if that's their jam!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$21per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$33per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Barbara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Barbara can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

School day's I drive to/from the Kingstowne/N. Fort Belvior area on a biweekly basis, so my visits to your home would work around these commutes: 7:30am & 3pm. My family & I are available to board sighthounds with our Greyhound, Bleu. If you're interested in this option, please message me to discuss.

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SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 7 days ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Barbara L.

Communication

29 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My experience has been with all size of pets from 145 pound German-bred Rottweilers to Chihuahuas, to Bengal cats, so I'm open to all. As for training, I'd be happy to continue any specific training techniques that you may be working on.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Barbara L. would like to know about your pet

I do offer the option of bringing my greyhound, Bleu over to your house to play, & visit your dog. If this interests you, I do require a meet & greet with our pets, so we may make sure everyone get along. This would also be the time to learn your pets' intricacies, discuss any medical concerns and/or behavioral issues.

A typical day

Our active family would be happy to take your dog on “adventures” to visit the local parks. Where we'd have access to a fenced, off-leash area or to go for a hike; just let me know! As for kitties, I'd be happy to walk harnessed outside, if that's their jam!

Location

Occoquan, VA

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Barbara L.

Occoquan, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
81 reviews