Julia S.
Donaldson Run, Arlington, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Julia can care for
Availability
I am in Arlington, VA, for the summer and in San Diego for college during the fall! I work part-time over the summer for the St.James ice hockey program. Starting June 15th, I will only be free after 4 pm on weekdays and at any time on weekends. I will be available to stay overnight on weekends.
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About Julia S.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience in caring for animals with a variety of personalities. I have adopted many animals over the years, and my most recent dog is a Belgian Malinois! He is full of energy and likes going on runs, walks, playing fetch, and anything that involves hours of constant activity. I have had dogs ranging from 3-week-old puppies to a 160-pound mastiff. I have had cats all my life and have bottle-fed multiple litters. I enjoy working with local animal shelters and would love to let your animal steal my heart 😊
Information Julia S. would like to know about your pet
Let me know what I can do to make you and your animal feel most comfortable! I have worked with all types of animals and will do the most to make them feel loved and cared for!
A typical day
I enjoy going for walks with energetic dogs and shorter ones for those who need them! I have worked on my throwing skills since getting my energetic pup and love playing fetch.
Location
Arlington, VA
Pets
Im flexible for daily care giving!
Pet care experience
I grew up in a home that was constantly fostering dogs, puppies, senior dogs, kittens, and everything in between. Over the years, I’ve helped care for shy rescues, energetic puppies, senior hospice dogs, big breeds, little breeds, and pets needing extra patience and structure. Through fostering and daily care, I gained experience reinforcing training routines, reading canine body language, and handling dogs respectfully based on their individual needs and comfort levels. Caring for animals has always been a huge part of my life. I’m experienced with: • Dog walking • Cat sitting • Overnight pet care • High energy dogs • Senior pets • Rescue animals & anxious pets • Reinforcing basic training routines • Reactive or dog selective dogs • Multi pet households I’m active, reliable, calm under pressure, and genuinely love spending time with animals. I understand that not every dog wants to greet people or other dogs on walks, and I’m always mindful of giving pets the space, structure, and calm environment they need to feel comfortable and safe. Whether your dog needs a long walk, playtime, cuddles, consistency, or just someone dependable while you’re away, I’ll treat them like they’re my own. I’ll be available in Arlington, VA, this summer and in San Diego this fall, and I have reliable transportation. My goal is simple: make your pets feel safe, loved, exercised, and happy, and make you feel completely comfortable while you’re away. Can’t wait to meet your furry family members!
Cat care experience
Julia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
I’ve had a front-row seat to watching Julia grow up around dogs, cats, a bunny, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and fish. Julia started caring for foster puppies I. 2015. Since then she helped out with over 50 foster dogs and cats through local rescues. We’ve taken in everything from chihuahua to mastiff, and kittens galore, and she’s always been incredibly patient, capable, and loving with them and our own menagerie of pets throughout the years. Julia brings a great attitude and energy to her job, and genuinely enjoys spending time with animals. Dogs seem to sense her confidence and positive vibes with them right away. She’s walked a neighbors 2 strong pitties and is always careful to make sure they enjoy the walk. She’s equally enamored with cats. We have a very senior cat and a very young shepherd. Julia trained them to be friends, no small feat. Julia is able to engage with adults, organized, and is truly caring. I hope you give her a chance to care for your furry loved ones.
About Julia S.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have experience in caring for animals with a variety of personalities. I have adopted many animals over the years, and my most recent dog is a Belgian Malinois! He is full of energy and likes going on runs, walks, playing fetch, and anything that involves hours of constant activity. I have had dogs ranging from 3-week-old puppies to a 160-pound mastiff. I have had cats all my life and have bottle-fed multiple litters. I enjoy working with local animal shelters and would love to let your animal steal my heart 😊
Information Julia S. would like to know about your pet
Let me know what I can do to make you and your animal feel most comfortable! I have worked with all types of animals and will do the most to make them feel loved and cared for!
A typical day
I enjoy going for walks with energetic dogs and shorter ones for those who need them! I have worked on my throwing skills since getting my energetic pup and love playing fetch.
Julia S.
Donaldson Run, Arlington, VA