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Isabella D.

Star Sitter

Toronto, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Isabella can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

A typical day with us would be going for a quick break upon waking up, feed them breakfast, then go for a walk around the block after the kids leave for school. When the kids get home from school, they give the dog a walk, or we bring them to the off leash dog park to socialize. Have dinner. Then before bed time, I take out the dog for a walk around the block to relieve themselves. If your pooch loves water and the weather is nice, we might drive down to the beaches.

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About Isabella D.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We let the dog settle where they prefer to settle and are welcome to sleep in our bedroom if it brings them comfort. Gramma will keep your dog company while we’re at work/school. We have a fenced yard where we can have supervised play. Our kids now ages 17, 11 & 4 are very much involved with the care and playing with your dog. We enjoy taking turns cuddling and playing fetch with our Rover dogs and winning your pet's favorite person in the family. Note: While we love all dogs and enjoy playing with them outdoors, it is with regret that we can ONLY take hypoallergenic dogs for boarding, due to allergy restrictions in our family.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Isabella D. would like to know about your pet

- have you read through our profile and really think we are a match? - good with kids? - good with other dogs? - hypoallergenic breeds only - drop-off/pick-up time - vet info in case of emergency and you can't be reached

A typical day

We are located very close to a trail that leads up to 2 off-leash dog parks. The beach is just a 10min drive from our place if your dog loves the water. We are definitely walking around our neighbourhood.

Location

Toronto, ON

Isabella D.'s Neighborhood

Isabella D. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Snuggles Family

Pet care experience

Boarding drop off and pick up time = 3:00-8:00 pm I grew up having a dog as a brother. A few years ago, we decided we wanted our kids (then 6 & 12) to learn about responsibility and experience the utmost joy of having a dog. So we had our forever foster, Feliciana from Mexico, whom we fondly call Fifi. And she was with us for a good 3 years until she passed away. I also volunteer as rescue dogs' transport whenever the opportunity comes.

Reviews

Emily R.
Boarding • Mar 27, 2026
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We're so happy our dog stayed with Isabella and her family! It was just under two weeks that we were gone and so were quite nervous about the length of time. But it could not have gone better. Our dog was cuddled, played with, and seems to have been looked after with the same love and care she gets at home. We received regular updates, pictures and videos. Highly highly recommend Isabella for a caring and loving experience.

Christina G.
Boarding • Dec 07, 2025
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Ember got plenty of love, affection and exercise while staying with Isabella and her family. We'll be repeating the experience whenever possible.

Melanie
Boarding • Sep 04, 2024
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Isabella D took excellent care of my Molly. Would definitely repeat.

Melanie
Boarding • May 13, 2024
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Isabella and her family took care of my dogger as if she was part of her own pack! Best Rover provider ever. No doubt we will work with Isabella in the future.

About Isabella D.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We let the dog settle where they prefer to settle and are welcome to sleep in our bedroom if it brings them comfort. Gramma will keep your dog company while we’re at work/school. We have a fenced yard where we can have supervised play. Our kids now ages 17, 11 & 4 are very much involved with the care and playing with your dog. We enjoy taking turns cuddling and playing fetch with our Rover dogs and winning your pet's favorite person in the family. Note: While we love all dogs and enjoy playing with them outdoors, it is with regret that we can ONLY take hypoallergenic dogs for boarding, due to allergy restrictions in our family.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Isabella D. would like to know about your pet

- have you read through our profile and really think we are a match? - good with kids? - good with other dogs? - hypoallergenic breeds only - drop-off/pick-up time - vet info in case of emergency and you can't be reached

A typical day

We are located very close to a trail that leads up to 2 off-leash dog parks. The beach is just a 10min drive from our place if your dog loves the water. We are definitely walking around our neighbourhood.

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Isabella D.

Star Sitter

Toronto, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
50 reviews