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Barbara O.

5.0 out of 5 stars
91 repeat clients
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Barbara O.

5.0 out of 5 stars
91 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $24 per visit

Highlights

Barbara has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
14 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

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

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Your furbaby will be safe with me🐾

Barbara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

91 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
14 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I specialize in providing trustworthy and attentive pet care in the comfort of your homes since 2018. You can have peace of mind knowing that your pets are in caring hands. 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

5.0
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343 ratings
Michelle H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 22, 2026

Excellent experience with catsitting for our 10 year old cat when we were away. She was communicative, reliable, and sent us video and text updates. She also helped us water our plants while we were away, which was above and beyond! Thank you!!

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Rachel H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 14, 2026

We booked twice a day drop in visits with Barb for our two male tabbies while away on a ten day vacation and we couldn’t be more pleased with her care. This is the longest we’ve ever left our boys and from the very first day we felt completely at ease. Barb went so far above and beyond to care for them—giving one of them oral meds at the last minute, preparing treat toys for them at her visits, perfectly following their feeding arrangement and sending tons of sweet photos. She offered to take our trash and recycling out without us asking, collected our mail, watered our plants and made sure that an important package was picked up quickly from our porch. It was such a huge relief to travel without worry knowing our boys were in incredible hands and we’ve already booked with Barb for two more of our summer getaways. Highly recommend choosing her to look after your fur babies!

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Victoria R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 13, 2026

She saved me last minute after my previous dog sitter had an emergency! When I say a lifesaver… I literally mean that! She was fabulous with our dog.

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Michael S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 06, 2026

Barbara was such an amazing host to our puppy Astra! She sent over plenty of pictures and a wonderful video of our pup playing with her dogs. Astra had a great time and came home absolutely exhausted which is a rare sight. Looking forward to booking with her again!

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Amanda T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 05, 2026

Barbara was wonderful and we will certainly hire her again! We have a cat who needs medication and Barbara was so confident in administering it, she totally put my mind at ease leaving our boys in her care! Pictures each day were through and she followed all our instructions. Communication before and during our trip was great. I highly recommend Barbara!

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Chrissy W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 01, 2026

Barbara and Austin were fantastic with our cats, Baylor and Bentley. I take my cats' care very seriously, and this was the first time I had ever hired a petsitter outside of family. They came by a few weeks ahead of time to meet us, and more specifically, our cat Baylor, who is diabetic and on a strict care routine. By the end of our meeting, I was confident that my boys would be in good hands. And they were! During their visit, Baylor safely received his glucose check, feeding, and medicine. What impressed me even more was that they managed to win over Bentley, who is extremely shy and almost never comes out for strangers. The fact that he felt comfortable enough to come out for them speaks volumes. I was genuinely surprised. Bentley is usually afraid of his own shadow. Barbara was very responsive to all of my messages, and also sent an update with photos after their visit. She and Austin are reliable, patient, and kind. Most importantly, Baylor and Bentley were comfortable, too! They will certainly be our first choice the next time we need a reliable caregiver for our boys.

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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!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Barbara 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.
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.