Irina clearly loves dogs and it shows. She kept me updated with regular photos and videos, took my dog on frequent walks, and her home seemed like a safe and comfortable environment. However, midway through our two-week booking, she had to cancel the remaining stay. I was overseas at the time, and she offered to find another sitter through Rover to take over. I understand things come up, but I don't think many pet owners would feel comfortable with that — having your dog passed off to a complete stranger mid-stay. I ended up having to urgently arrange for my dog to be picked up by family while I was still abroad. It was a stressful situation that could have been avoided. She may be well-suited for calm, low-maintenance dogs but for situations that require more flexibility and contingency planning, I'd say her experience may be a bit limited.

I’ve been working with dogs for years and run my own dog walking business, so I recognize good instincts right away — and Irina truly has them. She’s calm, attentive, and naturally connects with dogs, making them feel comfortable and secure almost immediately. She’s also very reliable and communicative, and treats every dog like her own. I would trust her with any dog without hesitation and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable sitter. — David