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Heather A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 repeat clients
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Heather A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
39 repeat clients
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Royal Oak, MI

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Heather’s Happy Hounds

I have always grown up with a dog in the home. I got my own dog right after moving out when I got married. We had Kody until summer 2022. The house felt empty without him, despite having 2 young girls. I wasn’t ready to get a new dog yet, but dogs bring our family so much joy, we would love to watch your loved ones in our home! ♥️ In 2023 we were ready to get another dog and that’s when we adopted Rosie. Rosie is very easy going and loves other dogs!

Qualifications

39 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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89 ratings
Kristen C.
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Dog Walking • Apr 05, 2026

Heather is alway great with my dog Kona!!

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Kristen C.
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Boarding • Mar 10, 2026

Heather and her family are great with Kona!

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Kristen C.
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Boarding • Feb 08, 2026

Heather accommodated us for a somewhat last-minute request, thank you Heather! Kona loves being at your house!

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Kristen C.
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Boarding • Feb 02, 2026

Another wonderful experience with Heather- her and her family are amazing with my dog! Thank you!

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Anne T.
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Drop-In Visits • Nov 23, 2025

We love Heather! Always flexible and willing to help - and our dog loves her!

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Kristen C.
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Boarding • Nov 17, 2025

Heather was amazing with my golden retriever. Communicative, professional, friendly. Thank you!!

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Schedule

In summer of 2023, I sold my business of 18 years, and didn’t know what to do next. Shortly after “retirement”, we lost our dog. Caring for dogs is the perfect calling for me! While my girls are in school, I have a lot of flexibility!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Our yard is fenced with a 6 foot privacy fence. At our home, dogs are treated as part of the family. My daughters love to play fetch with dogs to give them lots of exercise. I am an avid runner, and would be happy to take your dog for plenty of walks or runs! At our home, dogs are part of the family. We allow them to come on the couch or bed.

Pets

A typical day

I am an avid runner and love the outdoors. I have the proper gear to take your dog for a run, or if your dog is older, or would prefer walks, I enjoy exploring the surrounding neighborhoods.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Heather can host up to 1 pet per night
I have a lot of experience administer medicine to dogs. I don’t shy away from giving dogs large pills. Please let me know the special needs of your pup.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.