Helena S.
Helena S.
Contact for Boarding
from $70 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Active retiree loving all animals.
I'm a retiree who cannot imagine life without animals. For 35 years, I shared my house with many rescue dogs and kitties. My last "pack" consisted of three doggies and one cat. What I find interesting in animals is that each of them, no matter the breed, has a different personality and character, just like us people. Unfortunately, all my pets died within the last two years of old age (16, 16, 15, and 13) and I'm alone for the first time in my life. Since I'm not ready to adopt more animals right now, in October 2023 I decided to become a pet sitter on Rover to take care of your pets big or small. I believe in rescuing animals not buying them and I'm an active volunteer for the Mid Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue. I've read many books and articles about dogs and attended dog seminars by Susanne Clothier and Cesar Milan. If you leave your fur babies with me, they will be loved, well taken care of, happy and safe.
Cat care experience
Helena also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Helena has the knowledge, experience, intuition, heart .. in short, the magic! to make my Edna🐕 so comfortable. Plus, Helena is thorough, punctual, communicative and warm. Five times five stars would be more appropriate! Thank you, Helena!
This is our third time having Helena watch our dogs and once again she did a phenomenal job! We came home to two happy pups! She especially does such a great job with our chihuahua mix who is picky and anxious but is always very happy with Helena watching her.
Helena was amazing as usual. Kimchi loved her stay and came home a happy dog.
Helena was great with our dog and cat! She was thoughtful and provided detailed messages throughout our trip. Really appreciated her enthusiasm and patience with our energetic and vocal pup.
Helena is incredible! Asked a lot of questions to get to know the cuties beforehand, and gave detailed updates during her time with them. She was very intentional, diligent and responsive. I was able to travel without any worries knowing my cuties were in good hands!!
Helena took great care of our dogs again! She did an amazing job communicating with us and keeping the dogs active. We came home to happy pups!
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Schedule
Pets were always a very important part of my life and my daily schedule revolved around their needs. Now, when I'm retired and mostly stay home, I have a lot of time for your pet. Even when sometimes I will have to leave home to do some chores, your pet will never be left alone for more than 2-3 hours and will never be neglected.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a big house and a fenced yard where your dog can play under my supervision. I try my best to stimulate your pets both physically and mentally. I understand animals and treat them with love and respect they deserve. If you want me to house sit, I will take care of your house and your fur babies as of my own.
A typical day
Whether in your home or mine, I take doggies for at least two long walks a day and let them out a couple of times for potty breaks and play time in the yard. I always give them attention and love understanding their emotional and mental needs. I reinforce basic obedience commands and encourage good behavior. I consider playtime a very important component of all animals' lives, so I will play with your kitties, doggies and other furry "babies" every day.