Hester D.
Pasadena, MD
Services
Hester can host
Availability
I work from home as a consultant so my schedule allows me to be flexible during the day. I structure my day around my pup to make sure we get a good long walk in, have a couple potty breaks to wander around our 3-acre property, and that she's mentally stimulated through training or nose work activities.
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About Hester D.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
For our boarding clients, safety is of the utmost importance. Introductions between our dog and yours will be done outside and on leash at first. After the meet and greet, I encourage my clients to do a trial day or night as a test run for longer visits. My usually approach is to monitor the interactions at first, and when I have to work I keep the pets separate with the guest in my office and my pup in the remainder of the house. We have a basement we can use for a quiet space, if that's what your pup likes. We have multiple dog beds around the house for those that roam. And we have a dog crate available for those pups that crave something cozy. (Our deaf Pyrenees never took to the crate so she never uses it ;)
Home
Location
Pasadena, MD
Pets
Experienced dog walker/sitter
Pet care experience
Have been dog sitting for more than 20 years. I’ve fostered more than 10 dogs and have studied dog training and behaviors to ensure the safety and security of my clients.
Reviews
Hester was absolutely wonderful! Sent us updates on our boy while we were out of the country and shared about all the fun he was having. Would definitely rebook and recommend!!
Hester is a wonderful dog sitter! As someone with an anxious dog, it's often hard to find someone who I'm comfortable leaving her with over night. But Hester put all my worries at ease by sending regular updates and photos which really reassured me that my dog was happy and well cared for. She followed all of my instructions carefully, especially when it came to medications and feeding, which I truly appreciated. It’s clear that she genuinely loves animals and treats them as if they were her own. That level of care and attention made all the difference. I had a wonderful experience with her caring for my dog while I was out of town and will absolutely be using her services in the future.
When our original sitter fell through right before our honeymoon, Hester saved the day! She took excellent care of our dog Minnie for three weeks while we were in New Zealand. She is trustworthy, communicative, and one of the few people I would trust with my pets. I highly recommend Hester as a dog sitter and I know she'll take care of your pets as one of her own.
I can’t recommend Hester enough! She has been absolutely amazing with my dog from the very beginning. Hester was my current dogs foster and it was clear right away how much she genuinely cares about the dogs she works with. She took the time to understand his personality, needs, and quirks, which made the whole fostering experience feel supported and seamless. Even after I adopted him, I trusted her to watch him when needed, and she continued to go above and beyond. She’s reliable, communicative, and truly treats every dog like her own. I always felt completely at ease knowing he was in her care, and he absolutely loves her. If you’re looking for someone who is responsible, experienced, and genuinely passionate about animals, she is the one. I would trust her with my dog any day without hesitation!
About Hester D.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
For our boarding clients, safety is of the utmost importance. Introductions between our dog and yours will be done outside and on leash at first. After the meet and greet, I encourage my clients to do a trial day or night as a test run for longer visits. My usually approach is to monitor the interactions at first, and when I have to work I keep the pets separate with the guest in my office and my pup in the remainder of the house. We have a basement we can use for a quiet space, if that's what your pup likes. We have multiple dog beds around the house for those that roam. And we have a dog crate available for those pups that crave something cozy. (Our deaf Pyrenees never took to the crate so she never uses it ;)
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Hester D.
Pasadena, MD