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Barbara Z.

Star Sitter

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Barbara can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Barbara can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I’m currently unemployed so I have plenty of free time to help with others fur babies. I take my dogs out early so while they nap I have time to take care of others dogs

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Barbara Z.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I will always have your pet in sight ,and I will follow any instructions you give for the care and comfort of your pets. I will always make sure they are comfortable with me and never force them to do anything.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Barbara Z. would like to know about your pet

I am very Good with working with shy timid dogs. I have lots of patience and always leave it up to them when they are comfortable to get close to me.

A typical day

Take them for walks, play with there toys with them, play fetch, play hide n seek with treats. I will also give them lots of pets and love.

Location

Fredericksburg, VA

Barbara Z.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Barbara Z. has 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.

Treat every dog as I would my own

Pet care experience

I have a passion for taking care of dogs. It makes my day to see them happy. I would take care of them as if they were my own.

Cat care experience

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Lots of love and care

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

Reviews

Bethany D.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 01, 2025
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Our Lily cat was well cared for with daily pics. Would recommend!

Debbieanimallover K.
House Sitting • Aug 26, 2025
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I'm so happy to have found Barbara! My dogs need more care than the average and she was very attentive to their needs. She contacted me regularly regarding any concern she had for their health as well as sent me pictures of them. She also fed "my" hummingbirds and I very much appreciated that. I will absolutely contact her whenever I go away again. My dogs seemed happy to have Barbara.

Peggy W.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 25, 2025
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See earlier review

Kevin B.
House Sitting • Jul 10, 2025
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I was apprehensive about leaving my 17 year old cat for a few days and Barbara took really good care of Yardley. Yardley was glad to see me when I returned but planning more trips in near future and will definitely get Barbara again to watch my sweet kitty.

About Barbara Z.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I will always have your pet in sight ,and I will follow any instructions you give for the care and comfort of your pets. I will always make sure they are comfortable with me and never force them to do anything.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Barbara Z. would like to know about your pet

I am very Good with working with shy timid dogs. I have lots of patience and always leave it up to them when they are comfortable to get close to me.

A typical day

Take them for walks, play with there toys with them, play fetch, play hide n seek with treats. I will also give them lots of pets and love.

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Barbara Z.

Star Sitter

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews