Gabriella D.
Burke, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
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Availability
I care for pets in between school. I am studying psychology at George Mason University where I am pursuing a bachelors and masters degree. When I am not on campus I am spending full time at home with your pet!
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About Gabriella D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Our animals are more than just pets, they're family! That’s why your pets happiness and wellbeing will always be my top priority. For first time bookings, I will propose a meet and greet to meet you and your pets in your home to discuss pet care before booking a service. It is ideal for your pets to meet me before the service so they remember who I am next time :) For daycare and boarding your pup will meet my pup, Thea, first on leash in front of the house, then if they get along, they can play in the yard while we talk. I can pick up your pup for an introduction myself or you and your family can come over and see the yard your self. I send end of day photos and updates of your pet and will gladly send more throughout the day upon request. I typically send photos and a written update after your pets dinner time, but I can send the update at any time. You can even face time with your pet if you so desire. I’m on call 24/7 during housesitting services and will answer any texts/calls as soon as immediately or as soon as possible. I carry a pet first aid kit with me to all services and clip an air tag to all dogs while they are in my care. I have never had an escape, just for extra piece of mind! Dog and cat CPR / heimlich safety certification pending! ! PLEASE NOTE ! - I do not give out my personal number. - I do not conduct pet care services while people are in the home. - Rover monitors employees safety during all services. If needed, authorities will be dispatched to the service address.
Home
Information Gabriella D. would like to know about your pet
I have a list of questions we will go over and I will take notes of during the meet and greet. ROVER QUESHTIONS: VERIFY - Booking date/ time - Service type - Will people be in home PET CARE - Food - Potty breaks/ walks/ litter - Medicine - Health conditions - Special needs - Behavior notes - Pet carrier location OTHER - How to enter home - Where to sleep if overnight - Where to put used poop bags - Parking - Mail/ packages - Trash/ recycling - Indoor plants/ lawn - Cameras I absolutely love written instructions! Please feel free to leave me with as many written or video instructions as you would like through rover to my work email. Additionally, you will fill out a veterinary emergency form and medication list for each pet. This is vital to insure your pet receives the most immediate, personalized, high quality care possible. I am able to book services up to 12 months in advance. Reserve your vacation dates today!
A typical day
I stay full-time at your home with your pets. I hang out with pets all day in the common area or outside when the weather is nice. BOARING / DAY CARE I provide pickup and drop off services. During pick up and drop off your pup will be securely buckled in with a harness in the backseat of my car. You can also pickup or drop off your pup at my home at a scheduled time. At my home your pup will live alongside my pup Thea. She is a high energy 50lb spayed and vaccinated female pointer mix. She is super friendly with other dogs and knows when play is welcome and when to back off. She loves the pack! I have a large eighth of an acre fenced backyard yard with plenty of toys and space to run. The yard has a porch, deck, toys, dog beds, dog house and a picnic table the pups like to play on. It is also partially wooded with plenty of green grass to roll in. There will be a large water dish inside and out for all dog, refreshed daily. Here the pups are free to dig and play to their harts content! For pups with extra energy we go on walks or runs with my electric scooter. When it is hot or warm out I fill a baby pool on the porch for the pups and have several box fans plugged in for a cooling area outside. In the winter I have fleece jackets in all sizes to keep the thinner furred pups nice and cozy while they are out. If anyone gets muddy in the yard I provide a complementary rinse and towel dry. I can also thoroughly bathe your pup with a hypoallergenic unscented dog safe shampoo + blow dry and brush out. The pups and I will occupy the living room, dining room and backyard. The rest of the house is separated as it contains three cats. I sleep with the pups at night and hang out with them all day. Pups are never left unsupervised together.
Location
Burke, VA
Pets
Gabriella D. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
All pets welcome!
Pet care experience
I have meet hundreds of pets and families over the years and am confident in taking on anything that comes my way! I am on call 24/7 when I am with your pet. I set daily recurring alarms on my phone for mealtimes and recurring potty breaks throughout the day. I provide a full house sitting service. In addition to pet care, I will collect mail/packages, put out & take in trash/recycling, and water indoor/outdoor plants, including grass. Do you have a small mammal, bird, reptile or fish friend? I have several exotic pets myself and a lifetime of experience in caring for critter of all types. You can rest assure that all your little friends are in the best of hands. I am skilled at administering oral and injectable medications as well as with accommodating special needs, high-level care and elder pets. I have cared for diabetic, blind/deaf, dogs and cats and am able to care for multiple animals at once. The more the merrier! PET CARE EXPERIENCE I have cared for my own, as well as many others, dogs, cats and exotic pets all my life! Some notable experiences include . . . Pet Sitter, A Place for Rover | Burke VA | Feb 2023 - Present - Specialization in senior and special needs pet care - In home care visits - Dog walking - Overnight house sitting Pet & Plant Siting, Neighborhood | Burke VA | July 2013 - Present - Dog, Cat, Exotic animal care - House plant, Garden, Lawn care Plant/Animal Caretaker, GW Community School | Annandale VA | June 2019 – Aug 2023 - Year round volunteer work - 200+ hours of experience - House plant & exotic animal care and maintenance Pet Hotel Associate, PetSmart Pet Hotel | Fairfax, VA | Mar 2024- Aug 2024 - Indoor dog park of 17 dogs - Dogs and cats of all sizes, ages and breeds - Individual walks & playtime for 50+ dogs a day - Prepared meals, administered medications, cleaning
Cat care experience
Gabriella also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Gabriella did a great job dropping in to care for our two cats for a week. She sent lots of pictures and videos, and she was very responsive. We will use her services again!
Gabriella was amazing! One of our pups has severe anxiety and likes very few people. She became comfortable with Gabriella quicker than anyone before. That is a true testament to Gabriella’s calm and caring nature. Our pups were in great hands with her; we will be working with Gabriella for all of our pup care needs!
Gabriella did a great job taking care of my 3 chihuahuas (on of them being super senior) and house sitting. She was super responsive, gave updates and pics, and gave lots of attention to the dogs while taking care of them for a 5 day period. I highly recommend her for any house/pet sitting need you may have.
Gabriella is super at caring for Lolly, and continues to amaze us in how she comes up with innovative ways to help Lolly! Thank you, Gabriella!
About Gabriella D.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Our animals are more than just pets, they're family! That’s why your pets happiness and wellbeing will always be my top priority. For first time bookings, I will propose a meet and greet to meet you and your pets in your home to discuss pet care before booking a service. It is ideal for your pets to meet me before the service so they remember who I am next time :) For daycare and boarding your pup will meet my pup, Thea, first on leash in front of the house, then if they get along, they can play in the yard while we talk. I can pick up your pup for an introduction myself or you and your family can come over and see the yard your self. I send end of day photos and updates of your pet and will gladly send more throughout the day upon request. I typically send photos and a written update after your pets dinner time, but I can send the update at any time. You can even face time with your pet if you so desire. I’m on call 24/7 during housesitting services and will answer any texts/calls as soon as immediately or as soon as possible. I carry a pet first aid kit with me to all services and clip an air tag to all dogs while they are in my care. I have never had an escape, just for extra piece of mind! Dog and cat CPR / heimlich safety certification pending! ! PLEASE NOTE ! - I do not give out my personal number. - I do not conduct pet care services while people are in the home. - Rover monitors employees safety during all services. If needed, authorities will be dispatched to the service address.
Home
Information Gabriella D. would like to know about your pet
I have a list of questions we will go over and I will take notes of during the meet and greet. ROVER QUESHTIONS: VERIFY - Booking date/ time - Service type - Will people be in home PET CARE - Food - Potty breaks/ walks/ litter - Medicine - Health conditions - Special needs - Behavior notes - Pet carrier location OTHER - How to enter home - Where to sleep if overnight - Where to put used poop bags - Parking - Mail/ packages - Trash/ recycling - Indoor plants/ lawn - Cameras I absolutely love written instructions! Please feel free to leave me with as many written or video instructions as you would like through rover to my work email. Additionally, you will fill out a veterinary emergency form and medication list for each pet. This is vital to insure your pet receives the most immediate, personalized, high quality care possible. I am able to book services up to 12 months in advance. Reserve your vacation dates today!
A typical day
I stay full-time at your home with your pets. I hang out with pets all day in the common area or outside when the weather is nice. BOARING / DAY CARE I provide pickup and drop off services. During pick up and drop off your pup will be securely buckled in with a harness in the backseat of my car. You can also pickup or drop off your pup at my home at a scheduled time. At my home your pup will live alongside my pup Thea. She is a high energy 50lb spayed and vaccinated female pointer mix. She is super friendly with other dogs and knows when play is welcome and when to back off. She loves the pack! I have a large eighth of an acre fenced backyard yard with plenty of toys and space to run. The yard has a porch, deck, toys, dog beds, dog house and a picnic table the pups like to play on. It is also partially wooded with plenty of green grass to roll in. There will be a large water dish inside and out for all dog, refreshed daily. Here the pups are free to dig and play to their harts content! For pups with extra energy we go on walks or runs with my electric scooter. When it is hot or warm out I fill a baby pool on the porch for the pups and have several box fans plugged in for a cooling area outside. In the winter I have fleece jackets in all sizes to keep the thinner furred pups nice and cozy while they are out. If anyone gets muddy in the yard I provide a complementary rinse and towel dry. I can also thoroughly bathe your pup with a hypoallergenic unscented dog safe shampoo + blow dry and brush out. The pups and I will occupy the living room, dining room and backyard. The rest of the house is separated as it contains three cats. I sleep with the pups at night and hang out with them all day. Pups are never left unsupervised together.
Gabriella D.
Burke, VA