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Dorothy W.

4.9 out of 5 stars
12 repeat pet owners
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Dorothy W.

4.9 out of 5 stars
12 repeat pet owners

Contact for Boarding

from US$50 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 year of experience
Home full-time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Giving your pets their best life!

Personally enjoy dogs and cats. Would love to help you care for yours. I can leash walk, or, if you prefer,can transport to your area's dog park! I'm retired with a flexible schedule. We are "snow birds". Charlevoix Michigan is our home April to December. Zephyrhills Florida is where we reside January to April. I will do my best to accommodate your schedule! I have my own transportation if you need a home visit. I am highly dependable and prompt! I am a good communicator to fur babies as well as humans! Putting your concerns to rest will be my priority. ....

Qualifications

12 repeat pet owners
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
73 ratings
Tracy P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juni 06, 2026

Dorothy and her family were wonderful for ZAC. They did everything we asked for and more!! he truly was comfortable and happy which is all we ever want! Dorothy sent pictures and updated us daily! So relieved to have found her!:)

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Shelley L.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • mai 16, 2026

Booked her because I had to work in the area. I arrived at our scheduled time and she was not home, forcing me to bring my dog on the job which made me look unprofessional and unprepared. I even confirmed with her 2 days before. I do not recommend her because she is unreliable

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Leah C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • nov. 30, 2025

Thank you! Would love to work with Dorothy again!

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Taylor M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • nov. 15, 2025

Dorothy and her husband were great to have watch our Cavalier while we were out of town! Would definitely recommend.

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Greg C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • okt. 05, 2025

We have used Dorothy several times and she is amazing. Great communication, very caring and reliable!

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Sarah L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • sep. 22, 2025

Dorothy was attentive (sent lots of pictures!) and caring. I felt good leaving Winnie in Dorothy's hands!

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Schedule

Retired and happy to help you with your pet. I have my own transportation and I'm willing to travel up to 10 miles. Available up to 3 times a day for half hour visits/ walks if necessary.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I am available for half hour visits to spend time in your yard to make sure your pup is exercised and fed. 15 minute visits to make sure your cat has water and food, and snuggles, if they like that sort of thing!

Pets

A typical day

Getting your dog out and about to stretch and explore makes for a calmer, happy pet! Charlevoix is very dog friendly with lots of areas to explore.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only one pet owner at a time
Dorothy can host up to 1 pet per night
Let me know if your pet has any special needs or behaviors I can account for. Their comfort and your trust are my priorities. Thank you for checking out my services.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.