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Holly M.

Charlottesville, VA

3 reviews
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Dog Daycare Worker. Dog & Cat Owner

Pet care experience

I've owned dogs and cats my whole life (30 years). I currently own a 2 y.o. dog and an 11 y.o. cat (both of which I've raised since they were babies). I also work at a dog daycare where I monitor 30+ dogs daily. I feel confident handling any dog and their energy levels, and I'm happy to accommodate any specific requests. I know puppies will be puppies and patience is key! I am also happy to work on any training requested for an additional fee (I'm happy to use my own treats or treats provided by the owner). If your dog is well socialized I am definitely open to taking her/him to the dog park or even my yard to play with my dog. I do not mind traveling with your dog in my car - it's covered in hair anyway!

Reviews

Nina R.
Mar 29, 2021

Holly will take excellent care of your best friends! Not only does she know how to give them lots of loving attention, pets, exercise and play, but she also knows how to be responsible and safe on walks when encountering other dogs and people. She is very experienced in knowing how to handle both large and small dogs and has a great awareness of dogs' behaviors and psychology because of her work at a doggy daycare and her own experiences with training her own large-breed dog. This experience and her love for dogs of all kinds in general is what makes her such a careful and understanding handler/caretaker. She is also a very kind and accommodating person and absolutely lovely to work with!

Emily E.
Mar 16, 2021

Holly is a WONDERFUL dog caregiver!!! You can tell immediately that she loves dogs and they love her, but most importantly, she is trustworthy and responsible. We have a rescue who reacts aggressively towards other dogs, is fairly strong for her size, and we live in a townhouse complex full of oblivious dog owners - a stressful combination. Holly is the only person I trust 100% with our girl, because she is always attentive and aware of her surroundings, so I am never worried about either our dog, or that she will get into an uncomfortable confrontation. As someone with a "problem" dog, that is a huge weight off my shoulders. Holly is a pro, and I know our pup is always safe and happy with Holly! You can't go wrong with this choice, guys.

Megan M.
Mar 15, 2021

Holly will care for your fur-baby as if it were one of her own. She will ensure that your pet is safe and well cared for.

About Holly M.

Communication

75% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Information Holly M. would like to know about your pet

I prefer walking my dog on a harness - it would help to know if a dog is prone to pull backwards or try and escape from a collar. Also, it would be useful to know if a dog is reactive or prone to lunge at people/other dogs.

A typical day

I love Riverview Park which has .25 mile intervals up to a mile total. If your dog is good around people/other dogs I also enjoy taking mine to Historic downtown in Charlottesville. I can also take your dog to Azalea for either the trail or the dog park (or Darden Towe in Pantops). For boarding/daycare I can only have pets on the weekends (Friday late afternoon to Sunday late afternoon) due to my job. I am home all day on the weekends to care for you pets. I have a small fenced in yard and quick access to a nice paved trail through the woods.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Holly can watch in your home

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

About Holly M.

Communication

75% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Can provide daily exercise

Information Holly M. would like to know about your pet

I prefer walking my dog on a harness - it would help to know if a dog is prone to pull backwards or try and escape from a collar. Also, it would be useful to know if a dog is reactive or prone to lunge at people/other dogs.

A typical day

I love Riverview Park which has .25 mile intervals up to a mile total. If your dog is good around people/other dogs I also enjoy taking mine to Historic downtown in Charlottesville. I can also take your dog to Azalea for either the trail or the dog park (or Darden Towe in Pantops). For boarding/daycare I can only have pets on the weekends (Friday late afternoon to Sunday late afternoon) due to my job. I am home all day on the weekends to care for you pets. I have a small fenced in yard and quick access to a nice paved trail through the woods.

Location

Charlottesville, VA

Holly M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Holly M.

Charlottesville, VA

3 reviews