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Barbara R.

Riva, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
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Services

Barbara can look after

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am fully available any time of day on short notice, as I am a recently retired elementary school teacher. I am looking to fill that time and place in my heart with something else I am passionate about- dogs!

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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Barbara R.

Communication

6 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can promise you I will love and care for you dog like my own! I love to explore neighborhoods and exercise daily! I am always ready to step it up or meander depending on what makes your dog happiest! Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” – Roger Caras

Information Barbara R. would like to know about your pet

I’d love to know your dogs energy/exercise needs, food, preferred treats and any other unique behaviors or activities that they like or do not like so your dog feels safe and cared for!

A typical day

If you live in a neighborhood, we will be sure to explore and enjoy all the sights! If you also have a fenced yard, I am happy to throw balls and toys as part of our time spent together. I know when we have had an older pet, they often just enjoyed some cuddle time after a walk. I would always check for fresh water before leaving and share a treat if that is part of your routine :)

Location

Riva, MD

Barbara R.'s Local Area

Pets

Lover of dogs!

Pet care experience

Hi, I am Barbara. I live in Riva with my 10.5 year old Golden Retriever-Cooper. * With over 30 years as a dog owner, I am excited to give your dog the specific care and attention they deserve. Whether you have a golden retriever that needs extra love and needs to get the zoomies out or a corgi that needs to get the sniffs in, I’m experienced nurturing all breeds, ages, and sizes. I cannot wait to meet your dog and have a new friend to work with.

Reviews

Jennifer L.
Drop-In Visits • May 26, 2026
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Barbara is as lovely as they come. She instantly connected with my pup and they had two wonderful walks together. I can't wait to schedule more visits with her.

Tyler S.
Dog Walking • Oct 30, 2025
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Barbara was fantastic! Very good at communicating and sticking to the schedule we set. Would trust her with our dogs any time!

Sarah L.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 14, 2025
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Barbara was absolutely delightful. She was communicative and reliable even when we asked her to help last minute. She was very good with our two large dogs!

Heather M.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 20, 2025
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Barbara was so wonderful! She was caring and loving to our pups and always arrived on time and took great care of them. Will definitely use her again to walk and care for our dogs. She’s the best!

About Barbara R.

Communication

6 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I can promise you I will love and care for you dog like my own! I love to explore neighborhoods and exercise daily! I am always ready to step it up or meander depending on what makes your dog happiest! Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” – Roger Caras

Information Barbara R. would like to know about your pet

I’d love to know your dogs energy/exercise needs, food, preferred treats and any other unique behaviors or activities that they like or do not like so your dog feels safe and cared for!

A typical day

If you live in a neighborhood, we will be sure to explore and enjoy all the sights! If you also have a fenced yard, I am happy to throw balls and toys as part of our time spent together. I know when we have had an older pet, they often just enjoyed some cuddle time after a walk. I would always check for fresh water before leaving and share a treat if that is part of your routine :)

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Barbara R.

Riva, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews