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Emily P.

Blacksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Emily can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Emily can care for

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

Availability

I am back home from college for the summer looking for a part-time job, so my days are mostly free to look after your pets!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Emily P.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When visiting your pet at your home, I’d give them time to get used to my scent. I’m comfortable with both crate trained pets and free roaming pets. I take this position very seriously and will take the best care of your pets while you’re away!

Home

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 0-2 hours

Information Emily P. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs as well as medication I’d be able to help provide. I’d prefer working with pets that get along with other animals especially when caring for them in my home since I have a 10 year old Beagle.

A typical day

Going on walks as well as having a fun time playing inside with toys. I’d love to practice tricks and help with training as much as possible.

Location

Blacksburg, VA

Emily P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal Science Major at VT

Pet care experience

I’ve looked after my neighborhood pets since I was 13. I’ve primarily cared for dogs and cats, but I’ve also looked after hermit crabs, a bearded dragon, fish, and canaries. I’ve looked after all different kinds of dogs of all different ages. I have experience with both crate trained and free-roaming dogs as well. Owners trust me to make sure water bowls are always full, follow their usual feeding times as best as I can, have nice walks outside, as well as spend some time playing before I head out.

Cat care experience

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Animal Science Major VT

Emily also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

katie a.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 01, 2025
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I love Emily and feel so comfortable leaving Molly with her. She gives my dog so much extra attention.

Megan A.
Doggy Day Care • Sep 12, 2025
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Emily and Ryan were very responsive, and provided kind and appropriate care to our 14 mo mini Poodle. Emily was very helpful in learning to use Rover (this was our first time). She was also very helpful in making sure we were able to meet some last minute needs. We greatly appreciate the pictures and updates during the day! We would definitely recommend Emily, and hope to use her services again soon!

Ilse B.
Boarding • Sep 03, 2025
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Emily was awesome! She kept in touch regularly and I could see Duncan felt very comfortable. We will definitely be comfortable with leaving him in her care again!

Lauren G.
Boarding • Apr 07, 2025
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Emily was so kind and communicative, even with our last minute booking! She sent lots of photos that showed my dog right at home with her, getting lots of cuddles, walks, and love. I’d book again in a heartbeat!

About Emily P.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When visiting your pet at your home, I’d give them time to get used to my scent. I’m comfortable with both crate trained pets and free roaming pets. I take this position very seriously and will take the best care of your pets while you’re away!

Home

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 0-2 hours

Information Emily P. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs as well as medication I’d be able to help provide. I’d prefer working with pets that get along with other animals especially when caring for them in my home since I have a 10 year old Beagle.

A typical day

Going on walks as well as having a fun time playing inside with toys. I’d love to practice tricks and help with training as much as possible.

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Emily P.

Blacksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews