Barbara O.
Barbara O.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $24 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Furry Getaway—Fun while you’re away
Hi there! I’m Barb, a lifelong animal lover who’s happiest when surrounded by wagging tails and purring cats! I’ve been part of the Rover community since 2018 and have cared for pets of all ages, sizes, and personalities over the years. Animals are truly my passion, which is why I now work with them full-time through pet care and grooming. I’m currently a part-time groomer at Petco, which has given me even more hands-on experience with animal behavior, handling, and making pets feel safe and comfortable in new environments. My husband and I are both huge animal lovers — honestly, if it were up to him, we’d probably have 10+ dogs and cats by now! 🐶🐱 Our shared love for animals fills our home with warmth, laughter, and plenty of fur (the best kind!). We live in Glenolden, where we offer a safe, loving, and playful environment for pets to feel right at home. Our house has a fully fenced yard where pups can safely run, play, and enjoy plenty of supervised outdoor time. We also share our home with our two rescue babies — Oliver and Tazzie — who have taught us so much about patience, love, and understanding every pet’s unique personality. Because of them, I have a special soft spot for anxious, timid, and rescue pets who may need extra reassurance and care. Whether your pet is energetic, shy, playful, or just loves extra cuddles, I treat every animal like family. My goal is always to provide a stress-free experience filled with love, attention, playtime, and peace of mind for you while you’re away. I also have experience with medication administration and caring for multiple types of animals, including cats and small pets. Your pet will always be in caring and capable hands. I can’t wait to meet you and your furry family! 🐾
Cat care experience
Barbara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I like to focus on maintaining routine and comfort for each pet, I prioritize their well-being and happiness. I understand the value of a clean space and make it my mission to leave your home exactly as I found it. My extensive experience in house sitting/boarding has equipped me with the skills to handle any situation with professionalism and care, ensuring that both pets and homes are well looked after. Your trust is paramount, and I am dedicated to exceeding your expectations every time.
Ratings and reviews
This was our second time having Barb watch our two tabby boys for a long vacation and she was wonderful! As always, she went above and beyond to not only give extra care to one of our cats with allergies, but also take our trash out and water our plants. We came home to two happy boys and a clean home. Thanks so much, Barb! Highly recommend!
Barbara did a fantastic job taking care of our 3 chihuahua boys! We will certainly re-book with her again in the future.
Barbara is the best! We’re so glad to have found her
Barbara was wonderful as always!
Barbara went above and beyond with caring for my furry feline friend. This was my first time being away from Selina for more than 7 days and I knew she was well taken care of! Barbara was prompt, communicative, patient, and very supportive.
Excellent work as always! Barbara is always responsive and flexible, which I particularly appreciated during this hectic week. I always appreciate too how she cleans out the cat food bowls at the end of each visit.
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Schedule
Pet care is part of my everyday life! I plan my days around the needs of the pets I care for. Always ask me and I will reply as soon as possible!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsBarbara can host up to 10 drop-ins per day
- Before caring for a pet, I like to learn as much as possible about their routine, habits, and preferences—from favorite toys to feeding times. Knowing about any medical needs, quirks, or fears helps me create a calm, safe environment that feels just like home. Every pet is unique, and I take pride in adapting my care to match their personality so they feel comfortable from the very start.