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Geraldine S.

Star Sitter

Lower East Side, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Geraldine S. 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.

No Better Love Than a Pet’s Love

Pet care experience

For as long as I can remember, I have had a profound connection with animals. I grew up with many pets and farm animals in my early childhood, including rabbits, ducks, chicks, birds, hamsters, dogs and cats. For 18 years I took care of my female poodle dog, Luna🌙. We adopted her when I was 7 years old; growing up with her was one of my greatest blessings. She taught me courage, patience and how to have fun, but most importantly, she taught me that love doesn’t need an exchange of words. She watched me grow up from 2nd grade all the way to getting into my dream Master’s program. We moved from Colombia together, she was my family, my longest friendship. About 4 years ago, her health began to deteriorate and she started requiring more frequent doctor visits, life-long medication and random ER visits. Looking after her in her senior years was a tough journey, but one I learned from and I’m grateful for because I got to go through it with her. Luna went to sleep peacefully on 4/28/2023.👼🏼🤍 I have a lifetime of experience taking care of animals, and specifically 18 years caring after my female Poodle dog. I have vast experience handling senior dogs, and understand the gentleness and extra care necessary to look after them. I have experience giving various kinds of oral medication as well as keeping track of dosages and times. My goal is to take care of your dog with the same love and care as I’d want my Luna to be taken care of.🩵 Fun fact: I am pursuing a masters in mental health counseling at NYU and hope to be able to provide animal-assisted therapy in the near future!

Reviews

Tatum Y.
Dog Walking • Apr 26, 2024
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Geraldine is an angel! She is super reliable, trustworthy and sweet. Ralphie and I are so grateful to her!

Heather H.
Dog Walking • Apr 17, 2024
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Geraldine is the best!

Dylan B.
Dog Walking • Apr 14, 2024
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Geraldine was great! Very prompt and easy to work with! Would highly recommend!

Katharine T.
Dog Walking • Apr 13, 2024
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Geraldine is the perfect dog walker, I’ll book her as much as she accepts my requests!

About Geraldine S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

There’s no yard but two big parks right by the building. my apartment is located in the Lower East Side; it is clean, has wooden floors with carpets, heating and AC. My roommate is also an animal lover and has a lifetime of experience owning and taking care of her pets.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Geraldine S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know ahead of time if your dog has any special needs, allergies, triggers that I should be aware of, like loud noises, bigger dogs etc. Also if they have any preferred parks, TV shows, games they like to play etc.

A typical day

- I would focus on taking them out for walks, to play at the park and get them out in nature. - Letting them sniff while walking is also very stimulating for them so there would be no rush with me. - Listening to soft R&B and classical music while we watch a show and snack or people watch from the apartment.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
House Sitting
in your home
$60per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$45per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$45per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Geraldine can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Geraldine can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am a full-time grad student with weekends and some weekdays available to stay in and take care of a dog. Having a dog to care for can help me in making sure I make time to go outside and walk. Depending on the day of the week and the classes I have I might be available earlier in the morning or in the afternoon-evening. As a self-proclaimed homebody, I can easily board and take care of pets in my apartment for extended periods of time.

Available
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Calendar last updated 3 days ago
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About Geraldine S.

Communication

6 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

There’s no yard but two big parks right by the building. my apartment is located in the Lower East Side; it is clean, has wooden floors with carpets, heating and AC. My roommate is also an animal lover and has a lifetime of experience owning and taking care of her pets.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Geraldine S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know ahead of time if your dog has any special needs, allergies, triggers that I should be aware of, like loud noises, bigger dogs etc. Also if they have any preferred parks, TV shows, games they like to play etc.

A typical day

- I would focus on taking them out for walks, to play at the park and get them out in nature. - Letting them sniff while walking is also very stimulating for them so there would be no rush with me. - Listening to soft R&B and classical music while we watch a show and snack or people watch from the apartment.

Location

Manhattan, NY

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Geraldine S.

Star Sitter

Lower East Side, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews