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Carmen G.

Sterling, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•49 reviews
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Exercise and love for ALL dogs!

Pet care experience

Hi! My name's Carmen and I am a UVA alumna living in Loudoun County (Sterling/Potomac Falls area) with a flexible schedule and never ending love for dogs. Home for the holidays, from a Fulbright fellowship in Colombia, and would love to spend my time with your pup! The past summer I spent two month trip working at an underfunded dog shelter and mobile veterinary clinic in Costa Rica; it was SUCH an amazing experience but immensely difficult not to bring all the dogs home with me! Since a child, I have been taking care of my 90lb labradoodle (Pepper) and other pets throughout the years. I have also volunteered for the Lost Cat & Dog Foundation and helped the SPCA find abused dogs a safe, new home. What service are you looking for? Walks: 30 minute walk around your neighborhood Drop In: 30 minute visit to walk/let outside and feed your pet My Availability is flexible. I live an active lifestyle and am always up to take your dog on a run, play a game of tug, or take them on a hike. I can also perform CPR/first aid, administer medication, and take care of senior or special needs dogs. A healthy dog is a happy dog. That means exercise, potty breaks and loads of snuggles. Please contact me with any additional questions and I look forward to getting to know you and your dog!

Reviews

Sashenka B.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 14, 2020
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Carmen is awesome! She took great care of our dog, was extremely dependable, and went above and beyond in providing updates and pictures! She even stayed extra some days to keep our dog company. Highly recommend!

Eithne-Nicole K.
Dog Walking • Jan 15, 2019
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Carmen was on top of taking care of both Henry our cat and our dog Brody while we were out of country. She handled my slightly erratic requests without pause and I felt like they were in good hands while I was gone.

Ruby L.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 19, 2018
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We have used many pet sitters in the past from the Rover website, but have not had much luck finding a permanent sitter for our timid, one year old mini dachshund. That is, until Carmen came along! We loved her interaction with Bentley from the beginning to the detailed messages letting us know about his day. We knew he was in good hands and could enjoy our vacation. Thank you, Carmen for being the perfect sitter for our furbaby! We highly recommend her to anyone who is need of an amazing sitter!

Hilary L.
Dog Walking • Dec 16, 2018
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I was very disappointed that Carmen cancelled twice leaving little time to find another walker Or make other arrangements. She also showed up a full hour after the time she agreed to walk my dog. I would not recommend Carmen.

About Carmen G.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Carmen G. would like to know about your pet

Before taking care of your pet, I would like to know their schedule, care needs, any quirks you think are important for me to know, and if they get along with other animals. *Meet & Greet required for boarding to ensure your dog gets along with my baby, Pepper!

A typical day

During a stay with me, your dog will feel very at home! If they live an active lifestyle and enjoy exercise, we will take long walks along the Potomac River (directly behind my house) or go to Algonkian Park (about a mile away from my home). I also like to hike and would be happy to bring your dog along! If they prefer to chill out, we will cuddle up inside and enjoy spending time together. My dog, Pepper, likes to lay around as well so I am always happy to cuddle up while watching TV or reading a book.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Carmen can watch in your home

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

About Carmen G.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Carmen G. would like to know about your pet

Before taking care of your pet, I would like to know their schedule, care needs, any quirks you think are important for me to know, and if they get along with other animals. *Meet & Greet required for boarding to ensure your dog gets along with my baby, Pepper!

A typical day

During a stay with me, your dog will feel very at home! If they live an active lifestyle and enjoy exercise, we will take long walks along the Potomac River (directly behind my house) or go to Algonkian Park (about a mile away from my home). I also like to hike and would be happy to bring your dog along! If they prefer to chill out, we will cuddle up inside and enjoy spending time together. My dog, Pepper, likes to lay around as well so I am always happy to cuddle up while watching TV or reading a book.

Location

Sterling, VA

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Carmen G.

Sterling, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•49 reviews