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Dima Mary D.

Shelburne, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
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Services

Dima Mary can host

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

Dima Mary can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work part-time at a cafe near home so there’s usually room for flexibility in my schedule. As an early riser, I love taking walks throughout the day and taking breaks to read in the sun and play with pets! I’m able to check in and adapt to whatever energy level your pup/ kitty is at for the time of day.

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About Dima Mary D.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet is an integral part of your family so you can expect that I’ll treat them with love and affection to reflect that! I respect any requests made regarding your home space and other needs you may have relevant to caring for your pet. I find joy in capturing pets’ relaxation and adventures so you can expect detailed updates on how they’re doing while we’re together!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Dima Mary D. would like to know about your pet

Coming from a trauma awareness background, I’d like to know if your pet has any special behaviors or anxieties that would help me keep them safe! Are they an escape artist? Do they have separation anxiety? Are they weary of a specific gender/ type of person? Are they very vocal? Do they get along with other pets? Do they have any allergies? Are they currently on any medications? Are they training for certain behaviors or goals?

A typical day

I live close to the Winooski River and love to walk dogs I’m caring for nearby. I frequently explore around my neighborhood, downtown Burlington and parks along Lake Champlain and would be happy to bring your pup along to play, lounge or even hike further away if that suits their energy levels! I love identifying plants so would be aware of whatever your pup is sniffing and am not afraid of rolling in the grass and cuddling with them.

Location

Shelburne, VT

Dima Mary D.'s Neighborhood

Experienced & Intuitive Empath

Pet care experience

I’ve taken care of dogs & cats of all sizes, ages and kinds since I was 9! From family pets to friends’ and farms’ fur babies, I’m confident, resourceful and gentle with every being I care for.

Reviews

Apollo G.
Boarding • sept. 08, 2025
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Dima Mary took great care of Magpie for the night, made sure she was comfortable, and put up with her antics well! She was very flexible and nice throughout the whole setup and process, I would definitely recommend her.

Kris E.
Boarding • juin 25, 2025
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Dima was absolutely amazing! Dima took care of my dog for over a weeks time, and provided photos and updates regulary, and reached out with any concerns as soon as possible. I cannot express how greatly I appreciated the time Dima spent ensuring my dog was comfortable, ensured he acclimated to the new space, and got exercised. Dima even shared some behavior modifying suggestions to address my dogs barking for attention, which I greatly appreciated. Thank you for everything!

Camille B.
Boarding • mars 31, 2025
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Dima was wonderful. My pup was not the easiest and Dima did not give up. Provided love and patience while also helping fine tune the current commands she’s been working on! Couldn’t recommend her enough

Lorren V.
Boarding • mars 13, 2025
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Dima was absolutely amazing with Sage! Sage loved Dima right away (not always the case with this Akita). Dima walked her, snuggled her, played with her, and sent us regular updates and pictures. With definitely book again!

About Dima Mary D.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet is an integral part of your family so you can expect that I’ll treat them with love and affection to reflect that! I respect any requests made regarding your home space and other needs you may have relevant to caring for your pet. I find joy in capturing pets’ relaxation and adventures so you can expect detailed updates on how they’re doing while we’re together!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Dima Mary D. would like to know about your pet

Coming from a trauma awareness background, I’d like to know if your pet has any special behaviors or anxieties that would help me keep them safe! Are they an escape artist? Do they have separation anxiety? Are they weary of a specific gender/ type of person? Are they very vocal? Do they get along with other pets? Do they have any allergies? Are they currently on any medications? Are they training for certain behaviors or goals?

A typical day

I live close to the Winooski River and love to walk dogs I’m caring for nearby. I frequently explore around my neighborhood, downtown Burlington and parks along Lake Champlain and would be happy to bring your pup along to play, lounge or even hike further away if that suits their energy levels! I love identifying plants so would be aware of whatever your pup is sniffing and am not afraid of rolling in the grass and cuddling with them.

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Dima Mary D.

Shelburne, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews