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Bonnie B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients
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Bonnie B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
12 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Companion Animal Care Services

I currently have a dog Enigma.. She is a little mixed breed girl. When I stay at your house she does need to come with me. If it is necessary to keep her separated from your pack , that is not a problem. I always bring her carrier with us and if need be she would have no interactions with your animals. I have references who can attest to this. She likes cats, but I will not let her near yours When I look for a pet sitter I am looking for someone who will take care of my fur babies like I do. I have experience pet sitting with many sizes, breeds and ages of animals and specialize in big dogs and specical needs animals. I have a client that is blind, aand one that is deaf and another that was a diabetic. I have cared for dogs, cats, horses, cows,, ponies,, rats, reptiles, a tortoise, chickens, a miniature donkey, birds, goats, pigs and fish. I have watched up to 50 animals while working with animal sanctuaries and I have experience administrating medications. I can provide boarding for cats and dogs. I also courier animals to their new families across the country by either flying or driving. I love animals and will treat your animals as if they were my own. I am available nights, weekends and holidays. Having worked with animals I try and observe them to better relate to their wants and needs. Sending pics and updates daily to keep you posted on how your fur babies are doing is very important to me. Please do not assume that I will care for any other animals that you have for no charge. I

Qualifications

12 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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29 ratings
Rute P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 11, 2024

Boonie was very attentive, friendly and communicative. We did She sent me update and photos all day long to letting me know how my Barry was doing. This is new for us and I wanted to make sure my buddy was okay and having funny day. I highly recommend and we will use her again for sure. Thank you so much Boonie 🌺

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Heather S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 23, 2023

Bonnie was amazing. I have two BIG dogs. One is old, the other is a big puppy. She handled them beautifully!! She stayed a week. Left my home cleaner than when she arrived.

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Robin P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 23, 2023

Bonnie is the real dog whisperer. She cared for my dog and cat while I went on a 9 day cruise. I never left my girls before and I had a sense of trust and calmness from Bonnie. She gave off that dog whisperer Vibe. She stayed in my home and treated my girls as is they were her own babies. She kept me updated and her communication was flawless. I came home to a super clean home and clean sheets! She’s is a keeper and my girls love her and Enigna. I feel super comfortable leaving my girls with her on my next adventure!

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John M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Nov 07, 2022

Bonnie did an exceptional job in keeping Myla. She is an animal loving caretaker and be assured she will take care of your pet. We were happy we had her.

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Kathy W.
Mar 29, 2022

We absolutely love Bonnie!!! I shouldn't say that too loudly because she will get so busy that we will have to book her two years in advance. We can't imagine anyone else sitting for our pup, Katy, and kitty, Beckham. She treats our precious cargo like her very own. There are many amazing things about Bonnie. She listens intently, knows animals like no one else I have ever seen. Both my husband, Jerry and I, are floored with what she knows and how she walks her talk. If you haven't read the book, "The Road Less Traveled," that is exactly what Bonnie does. She always takes that road. Not only that, we got a wonderful friend in the deal. We love her.

Joy P.
Dec 20, 2021

Recently I hired a pet sitter to move my son to Houston Texas. Upon arriving in Texas, I got unbelievable news that my pet sitter had gotten Covid and was not able to do the job. Luckily, she put me in touch with Bonnie Barnes. I had never met or talked to Bonnie before. When I told her my situation, her major concern was that my cat’s auto feeder was out of food. She left within an hour to take care of my pets. I let her in through a key pad and helped her find all the supplies she needed to take care of my cat and my finches. For the next three weeks, Bonnie was in constant contact with me taking care of my pets. Her attention to detail was way above the normal pet sitter. She scrubbed out water barrels, vacuumed bird cages, propped up a barn door that had blown open. I can not tell you what a blessing it was to have Bonnie Barnes come to my rescue. I have gotten to know Bonnie personally the last month and can tell you she is a true animal advocate. She adopts dogs and fosters feral cats at her own home. She is a caring person. I highly recommend Bonnie Barnes for any of your pet needs.

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Schedule

Animal caretaker is my fill time job. I absolutely LOVE what I do! I find it very relaxing and rewarding to spend time with animals.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I do not have a fenced in yard, but i do have a large outdoor pen for play time. Your animals health and happiness are my top priority. I will care for your fur babies and your home just as I do my own, with the utmost respect care that I can give. I am a USDA certified Class T transport carrier.

Pets

A typical day

Parks or a quiet place I enjoy spending time with animals. On drop in visits I will also spend time walking, playing with them or just sitting next to them rubbing their bellies.

Cats
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Bonnie can host up to 2 pets per night
My clients have dogs of varying sizes and breeds. I have no breed restrictions. I like to know if the animal might have any sensitive area where it does not like to be touched, if a dog is afraid of lightening or has separation anxiety. I have no problem sitting with an animal that has issues, don't we all have issues of some sort?
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.