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Emily D.

Fort Collins, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Emily can care for

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

Availability

I recently completed an MBA degree at Colorado State University focused on corporate sustainability, and for the next few months I am training for my financial advising certifications. I can study almost anywhere, which enables me to be present for your pets. I live in Fort Collins, but drive to Cheyenne regularly and also enjoy visiting neighborhoods further south and closer to Denver. My background is in environmental science, and I worked as a middle school science teacher for 7 years.

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About Emily D.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

10 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

In a client's home, I pay close attention to the care instructions left for me and maintain a schedule as close as possible to that of the owner so that your pet feels as comfortable as possible. Depending on the client's preferences, I communicate regularly with pictures and messages regarding how your pet is doing on a daily basis...but I am also happy to only reach out if there is an issue, enabling you to relax and disconnect from daily life. I am mindful of maintaining a good relationship between your pet and community while you are away by picking up all of your pet's poo while walking and helping to limit barking noise if possible. I prefer to meet your pet while you are still home so that they can get to know me and grow comfortable with me. Ideally I would love to build longer-term relationships with my clients and their pets, but a one-time assignment is also great.

Location

Fort Collins, CO

Emily D.'s Neighborhood

Your pets will love me :)

Pet care experience

I have no doubt that dogs are a human's best friend - and I love them for that! Growing up, my family had a very sweet Staffordshire Bull Terrier who we raised from birth, and everyone knew she was basically my dog because I loved her so much. Friends and acquaintances have relied on me to exercise and care for their animals when they are away for many years. I took care of a high-energy Vizla in Santa Barbara, CA, who woke up early and required a lot of exercise on the beach. I am currently walking and caring for a little, mixed breed older guy with some abandonment issues (in Fort Collins), and my partner also has an older, female German Shepherd in Cheyenne that I adore. I am very responsible and detail-oriented, so you can feel very comfortable that your pets will get their medications and exercise while you are away, and that your home will be left in good hands. I enjoy walking, especially in parks and natural areas, and getting exercise together with a dog is much more enjoyable and entertaining than walking alone. I also have a car (Subaru) and am able to transport your pet in the back as needed.

Reviews

Cindy M.
House Sitting • juil. 23, 2026
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Emily is awesome. She sends daily reports and lots of pictures. And my dogs are even trained better.

Maria G.
juin 29, 2026

Emily is the BEST! I know when I leave my fur baby with her, he is in great hands! I love the photos and updates she sends of Dobby when she's watching him. She goes with his routine and has great intuition in what he needs with being an older yet energetic dog. Me and Dobby are so thankful for Emily!

About Emily D.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

10 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

In a client's home, I pay close attention to the care instructions left for me and maintain a schedule as close as possible to that of the owner so that your pet feels as comfortable as possible. Depending on the client's preferences, I communicate regularly with pictures and messages regarding how your pet is doing on a daily basis...but I am also happy to only reach out if there is an issue, enabling you to relax and disconnect from daily life. I am mindful of maintaining a good relationship between your pet and community while you are away by picking up all of your pet's poo while walking and helping to limit barking noise if possible. I prefer to meet your pet while you are still home so that they can get to know me and grow comfortable with me. Ideally I would love to build longer-term relationships with my clients and their pets, but a one-time assignment is also great.

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Emily D.

Fort Collins, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews