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Helen D.

Fredericksburg, VA

2 reviews
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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.

Helen can host

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

Helen can care for

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

Availability

I do work afternoons on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, but even then, I am free beforehand and am always back before dinner time. I will prioritize your pet and can offer to go over multiple times a day, and I’m free the whole day when I don’t have work!

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Helen D.

Communication

85% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Dog skills

4 years of experience
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I prefer to care for pets in clients homes since they are more used to their environment and because I have roommates at my home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Location

Fredericksburg, VA

Helen D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Emotional Support Human

Pet care experience

I have always loved all kinds of animals! I have experience with numerous kinds of dogs and cats, of all ages and demeanors. I have housesat and pet sat since I was in High School, and can help look after your plant babies as well. I also have Volunteer experience at my local dog shelter, so I know how to deal with dogs in high stress environments.

Cat care experience

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Emotional Support Human

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

Reviews

Heather D.
May 06, 2026

We were so thrilled to find someone like McKinley to take care of our sweet pup when we go out of town for vacation. She’s timely, communicative, takes initiative and sends plenty of photos and text updates to put our mind at ease. We are so grateful to have connected with someone we can’t trust with not only our fur baby but also in our home. McKinley is fantastic and would recommend with no reservations!

Kaci M.
May 06, 2026

Helen is one of the best pet sitters I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. She always make sure my dear babies are well taken care of and she is always on top of any of the necessities they may need. I know my babies are in good hands if Helen is watching them.

About Helen D.

Communication

85% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Dog skills

4 years of experience
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I prefer to care for pets in clients homes since they are more used to their environment and because I have roommates at my home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours
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Helen D.

Fredericksburg, VA

2 reviews