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darby p.

Wharton-Hawthorne-Bella Vista, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•24 reviews
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Dog lover looking for work!

Pet care experience

Since my 10th birthday when I got my first dog Corey, I have always been taking care of dogs. I have dog sat/dog walked on and off over the years. I am also experienced with taking care of elderly dogs and dogs with low mobility.

Reviews

Victoria M.
Dog Boarding • May 20, 2024
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Darby was easy to communicate with, friendly and accommodating. Louis came home happy and relaxed from his time with Darby. We will definitely be using him again!

Shelby N.
Dog Walking • May 20, 2024
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Excellent! Highly recommended!

CC Y.
Drop-In Visits • May 09, 2024
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I hired Darby to house sit for us and now ask him to come and check on our animals from time to time when we are busy with work. He is always so kind and responsive and sends the best updates!!

James V.
Dog Walking • May 09, 2024
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Darby just sat for us for the second time and it was just as smooth and easy as the first time. We highly recommend Darby!

About darby p.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have an apartment to my self that is relatively small but is comfy, safe, and well kept! No other pets or humans to worry about. Very close to a park for many walks depending on your dog’s energy levels or they can feel free to lay around on my couch or bed.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information darby p. would like to know about your pet

The only behavior that will may not work for my situation is a dog with severe separation anxiety that will bark a lot when left alone. Just in case I need to run and grab groceries or grab the mail, I need to know the dog won’t be howling in my apartment until I return for my neighbor’s sanity.

A typical day

We will usually go for a walk when we first get up to the local park usually for 10-15 minutes depending on the energy/mobility of the dog. Once back, we will do breakfast as instructed by the owner. Then I will start my work day from home ( your dog will have complete access to my bed/couch right next to me while I work and hangout). Our next walk is usually around noon, this one a bit longer than the morning walk and may include going to the dog park if recommended by owner. Followed up by lunch if necessary, then finishing up work for the day. For the evening time, I will usually do a walk before dinner(6-7ish) and then one last walk before bed 9:00+. This is a very generic description but gives you a good idea of what to expect.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$35per night
House Sitting
in your home
$35per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$14per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood

darby can host

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

darby can watch in your home

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

Availability

I just recently moved from Vermont so my schedule is pretty much wide open. I work from home so I will be with your dog for 99% of the time. Due to my open schedule I am able to book requests pretty last minute so feel free to send me a request even if you think it’s too late.

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Not available
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Calendar last updated a day ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About darby p.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have an apartment to my self that is relatively small but is comfy, safe, and well kept! No other pets or humans to worry about. Very close to a park for many walks depending on your dog’s energy levels or they can feel free to lay around on my couch or bed.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information darby p. would like to know about your pet

The only behavior that will may not work for my situation is a dog with severe separation anxiety that will bark a lot when left alone. Just in case I need to run and grab groceries or grab the mail, I need to know the dog won’t be howling in my apartment until I return for my neighbor’s sanity.

A typical day

We will usually go for a walk when we first get up to the local park usually for 10-15 minutes depending on the energy/mobility of the dog. Once back, we will do breakfast as instructed by the owner. Then I will start my work day from home ( your dog will have complete access to my bed/couch right next to me while I work and hangout). Our next walk is usually around noon, this one a bit longer than the morning walk and may include going to the dog park if recommended by owner. Followed up by lunch if necessary, then finishing up work for the day. For the evening time, I will usually do a walk before dinner(6-7ish) and then one last walk before bed 9:00+. This is a very generic description but gives you a good idea of what to expect.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

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darby p.

Wharton-Hawthorne-Bella Vista, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•24 reviews