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Cheryl S.

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Cheryl S.

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Pasadena, MD

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

I LOVE DOGS!

I have owned dogs since I was 15 years old. As an adult, I've had large breed dogs for over 30 years. I spent the past 2.5 years volunteering at the local shelter walking dogs and providing care for all breeds, sizes and ages. I have also fostered dogs from puppies to seniors. I am Fear Free Certified, and it is my passion to help dogs feel loved and at ease.

Qualifications

85% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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maureen P.
Sep 09, 2025

Cheryl Sidwell has been a Core Volunteer at the Humane Society of Wicomico County for years. I’m not sure when I became a Core Volunteer. She has become a strong informal leader at the shelter. We all breathe a sigh of relief when we see her, knowing that she will work really hard to ensure that all the dogs get walked at least twice. She has the ability to love and nurture the tiniest frightened dogs, while doing extensive training and working with some of the most feral strong dogs. She has an uncanny ability to get everyone involved in enrichment activities for the dogs in the shelter. She is generous with both time and resources. She makes dogs that are difficult to place her mission, often finding specific rescue resources that will take the dog. She coordinates the transfer and 90% of the time is involved in the actual transportation process. She also has dogs at home that are loved and will care for. She would be an absolute asset to Rover.

Amanda H.
Sep 09, 2025

Cheryl has vast experience with dogs of all breeds, ages, sizes, energy levels, etc. As well as working with dogs who have some behavioral issues or reactivity. Your dogs safety and well being is certainly her number one priority. Cheryl has worked with 100s of dogs through volunteering and foster for the local Humane Society. Her experience with dogs is an extremely valuable trait for a dog walker and/or pet-sitter.

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Schedule

I work mostly from home, teaching online, so I can easily fit daily pet care into my schedule. I am happy to do overnights on weekends as long as I can also make trips home to let my own 2 pups out. I can also board 1 or 2 pets from the same family if they can stay in the same room (separate from my dogs). I have a special room set up for fosters and boarders that comfortably sleeps 1 or 2 small/medium dogs or 1 larger dog. They will be separated from my own pets during their stay, ensuring safety for everyone. The room has open space, a couch, dog bed and a crate if the dog is crate trained. I leave music on for them when I am not at home, and they get at least 3 walks a day.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard and am active person. I love walking dogs, playing ball or frisbee in the yard and taking my own dogs on hikes or to the park. I also have some training experience and will help your pup to be their best self! If your dog stays in my home, I will accommodate their regular schedule as best I can while also caring for my own pets.

Pets

A typical day

I know the importance of routine, and I will adhere to your dog's daily routine when house-sitting or boarding. I'm happy to take your dog on walks in your neighborhood or to the park. We can also play ball, frisbee or tug in your yard if your dogs like playing. I'm happy to do some simple grooming, brushing if your pet tolerates it as well. There will, of course, be lots of belly rubs too!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Cheryl can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know if your pet has any special needs, allergies, behaviors, diet restrictions, etc. that I should be aware of, and also what their daily schedule is like so we can keep their routine regular. Also, let me know if your dog is reactive around children or other dogs. I will make sure that your pup remains safe at all times. I like to schedule a meet and greet before our first time together to make sure your pup(s) recognize me and feel safe around me, and to get an idea what their personalities are like.
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.