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Erika R.

Christiansburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
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Large open side lot to play in!

Pet care experience

I've been caring for dogs all of my life. I've had several golden retrievers and labs who've lived to ripe old ages! Cinnamon was 12, Duchess was 15, Pepper was 15 and Sassy was 12. I've helped to train the puppies in my family's households, as well as older rescues, and am currently the owner of three wonderful rescues - a dog and two cats, all of whom are seniors and super seniors. I have experience with all sizes of dogs, and have pet sat family friends' dogs; as well as cats and rabbits. When I was younger, I spent time interning at one of the animal hospitals where I grew up, where I was taught how to draw blood, dress wounds and administer medications.

Reviews

Jan B.
Dog Boarding • Oct 27, 2020
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Erika does an excellent job in animal care. This is the second time I have contracted Erika. This time my dog stayed at her house. Erika sent updates and photos every day. When I picked her up she looked very happy and even gave Erika a kiss goodbye. If you need a sitter text Erika.

Sihui M.
Dog Boarding • Jun 21, 2019
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Erika is a very responsible and caring person. She took care of our dog Jasmine for a month. Jasmine is happy staying with her and her pets. Erika sent us pictures and update of Jasmine very often. She has been very thoughtful with our travel schedule. I will choose Erika again.

Elizabeth C.
Doggy Day Care • Feb 13, 2019
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Erika is wonderful! We did a “doggy daycare day” at her place, and I loved that my dog, Bert, got both people (Erika) time + fellow critter socialization (Erika has some super cute furballs). She was super responsible, responsive, & send lots of pics/texts, which I adored.

Soo K.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 14, 2018
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First time using a Rover pet sitter. Erika was the best pet sitter that I’ve ever hired. My dog, very high energy, loved her. She was flexible and patient. She sent me pictures, and she dealt with dog accidents without any fuss. I never leave reviews but this experience was so great. Would highly, highly recommend her!!!

About Erika R.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Erika R. would like to know about your pet

I adore golden retrievers, labs and boxers, but I really love dogs of all shapes and sizes. I'd prefer dogs that are housebroken (aside from puppies).

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$30per night
House Sitting
in your home
$25per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$25per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk

Erika can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Erika can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 3 years ago
Erika can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Erika R.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Erika R. would like to know about your pet

I adore golden retrievers, labs and boxers, but I really love dogs of all shapes and sizes. I'd prefer dogs that are housebroken (aside from puppies).

Location

Christiansburg, VA

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Pets

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Erika R.

Christiansburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews