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Emerald J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Emerald J.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Boarding

$78 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
45 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Animals are family, not just pets

I love animals and have been around them as long as I can remember. I have extensive experience with dogs and cats, from birth to their last breath. I believe in positive reinforcement training. I am very loving and treat all animals with respect but can be strict when required for safety. With me your babies will feel like they are at home away from home.

Qualifications

94% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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5 ratings
Donald F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026

If there were a rating higher than five stars, Emerald would unequivocally deserve every single one of them. To call Emerald a pet sitter feels like a profound understatement; they are an absolute godsend, a true animal whisperer, and a virtuoso of compassionate care. Leaving our home and our beloved furry family members has always been a source of anxiety for my wife, the kids, and me, but the moment we left our dog Rowdy with Emerald, that apprehension completely evaporated into thin air. From our very first encounter, it was radiantly clear that she possesses a rare, deep-seated passion for animals that transcends the typical pet-sitting service. They didn't just ask the standard logistical questions about feeding schedules and routines; they took the time to intimately understand our dogs unique quirks, distinct personalities, and favorite scratch spots. While we were away, the level of communication we received was nothing short of spectacular. We were treated to a daily symphony of vibrant, joyful photos, delightful videos, and incredibly detailed, heartwarming updates. Seeing Rowdy looking so overwhelmingly happy, playfully engaged, and thoroughly pampered brought us an indescribable peace of mind. It was abundantly obvious that our pets weren't just surviving our absence—they were thriving, bathed in affection, endless playtime, and genuine love. Returning home was the ultimate testament to Emerald's stellar professionalism and unmatched dedication. Not only did we find a happy dog, but we were greeted by profoundly calm, content, and stress-free pet. There was no sulking or frantic, anxious energy—just the serene satisfaction of animals who had been treated like absolute royalty while we were gone. If you are fiercely protective of your pets and demand nothing but the absolute pinnacle of care, look no further. Emerald is a rare gem in the world of pet care—trustworthy, relentlessly responsible, and deeply empathetic. We have absolutely found our forever pet sitter, and we could not be more profoundly grateful!

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Susie D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 01, 2026

Emerald was so accommodating and easy to plan with! She was flexible with us when we were running behind schedule and was excellent at communicating. It was easy to find her home and I felt completely comfortable leaving our dog, Jasper, with Emerald and her husband. She even sent us pictures so that we could see just how at home he had made himself! I would recommend her to anyone and plan to book with her again for our next trip! Thank you Emerald and family!

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David H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 08, 2025

Emerald was so good to my pug he didn’t seem to want to leave. On my week long trip I was sent pictures of him having fun outside, getting along with her dog and just relaxing in the sun. Very friendly couple who I can’t recommend enough. I will not hesitate to use her again. Great people.

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Jaclynn F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 17, 2025

Emerald was amazing! Wonderful communication, preparation, and you can tell how much she really cares about her pups! We will definitely be back!

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Wendy B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 13, 2025

Emerald was amazing. My Sawyer loved being there, which made me feel so much better knowing that someone will give him a one on one attention, even though she has her own dog. She also made me feel like Sawyer was her own and did everything with Sawyer that her dog does. I would absolutely go back again as long as she would have Sawyer back.

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Maria M.
Sep 23, 2025

You are always worry when it comes to leave your beloved , aging pet not just with someone capable- but with someone who truly knows about pets and love them! Emerald it’s not just a pet sitter to us, she is a close friend, and now after this experience even more she is like family!!! Our sweet , lovely Noir is 17 years old with heart problems and high blood pressure and every day requires special care and lots of love .Even though leaving her it was very hard we knew that wasn’t anyone else but only Emerald that could love Noir the way we do!!!! Noir was very happy at her house which is a beautiful, quiet, amazing setting , big yard house and definitely Noir’s far favorite person is Emerald , she is crazy about her!!!! Emerald did more that was expected to do, thoughtful updates, adorable photos sharing the wonderful time they had together !!!! She kept us daily with messages and the point she made us feel connected with Noir !! I could never ask for anything else, we consider ourselves very lucky having Emerald to our family and sharing Noir with her! I wholeheartedly recommend Emerald to anyone that needs a pet sitter who really knows about pets, considering that she always had and have pets but most important she is genuinely kind , caring , a heart full of love and very responsible !!!!! Thank you so much Emerald for everything!!!!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work from home and have a very flexible schedule. I am available almost always and your fur babies will have lots of love and company.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large grassy yard, and I live near a pond and multiple trails. I also have a Chihuahua mix girl, who is very friendly and loves making new friends.

Pets

A typical day

Your fur babies and I will play games together, check out the local trails and neighborhood smells, enjoy a cuddle on the front porch couch while watching the neighborhood.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Emerald can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know any special preferences your pet may have so that I can accommodate them. It is also important to know of any behavioral issues or safety concerns, if they are scared of children or other animals, scared of darkness, any little detail that may be helpful.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.