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Emily S.

Blacksburg, VA

1 review
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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 care for

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

Availability

I work part-time at a restaurant and am taking classes asynchronously for the summer. I will be available until late August. I can very easily adjust my schedule when given notice, and will happily do so to take care of your pets!

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About Emily S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours

Dog skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I love sending pictures of your pets to you throughout the day as updates to provide comfort while you are away. I'm always a text away while pet-sitting :)

Information Emily S. would like to know about your pet

I don’t have a preference when it comes to dogs! However, please let me know the age of your dog so I can plan accordingly :))

A typical day

I love to play with toys and help teach your pets new tricks. Some of my favorite places to go on walks are near the James River, as well as Maymont and the canal walk.

Location

Blacksburg, VA

Emily S.'s Neighborhood

I’m very paw-ssionate about animals

Pet care experience

My name is Emily and I'd love to help out your furry friends! I am 23, and am a current student at Virginia Tech majoring in Wildlife Conservation. Through working full-time at a dog grooming salon in the past, being trained in handling both dogs and cats through the SPCA, and over a decade of experience with animals, I am very prepared to assist your pets. I can administer medication, assist with grooming needs such as nails and pre-brushing, and am experienced with both puppies and seniors. Besides dogs, I am well versed with other animals. I have a senior cat of my own! I am certified for handling amphibians and reptiles, and have care experience for birds and small mammals. I am accustomed to working with all levels of temperament. I offer overnight stays, drop-bys, and walks. Prices and times are flexible. I look forward to meeting you and your fur babies!

Cat care experience

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I'm the purr-fect match!

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

Reviews

Chloe A.
Jun 12, 2026

Emily is an amazing dog sitter, and I can’t recommend her enough! She takes such great care of my dogs and always makes sure they feel loved, comfortable, and well cared for while I’m away. She’s reliable, trustworthy, and keeps me updated, which gives me complete peace of mind. My dogs absolutely adore her, and I always know they’re in great hands with Emily.

About Emily S.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours

Dog skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I love sending pictures of your pets to you throughout the day as updates to provide comfort while you are away. I'm always a text away while pet-sitting :)

Information Emily S. would like to know about your pet

I don’t have a preference when it comes to dogs! However, please let me know the age of your dog so I can plan accordingly :))

A typical day

I love to play with toys and help teach your pets new tricks. Some of my favorite places to go on walks are near the James River, as well as Maymont and the canal walk.

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Emily S.

Blacksburg, VA

1 review