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Linda A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Linda A.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $32 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Basic background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Work-From-Home, Experienced Sitter

After recently relocating from Dallas, I’m excited to bring more than 30 years of pet-care experience to my new community. Back in Dallas, I ran an in-home pet-boarding business for a full decade, caring for pets of every breed, size, and personality. Over the years, I’ve also fostered countless dogs through local rescue programs, helping shy, senior, and special-needs pups find their confidence — and their forever homes. However, my experience goes far beyond cuddles and playtime. I’m skilled at administering oral, topical, and injectable medications, and I'm comfortable caring for pets of all ages, from energetic puppies to aging companions who need a little extra TLC. I believe every animal deserves calm, consistent care that keeps their routine — and their spirits — steady while their people are away.

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I care for your pets just as YOU care for your pets. That is, you set their schedule (feeding, bedtime, play, etc.), and I carry it out while you're away.

Ratings and reviews

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20 ratings
Betty B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 28, 2026

Linda was so nice from start to finish And definitely call her again

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Jenna D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 19, 2026

Linda did a fabulous job taking care of my two dogs, one of whom can be a bit tricky with people he doesn't know. From the start, I appreciated Linda's professional yet laid-back manner. Communication remained top-notch before and during our trip. It was so nice being able to relax knowing our dogs were in great hands. We absolutely hope to use Linda again!

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Jean K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 28, 2025

This was my first time using River, so I was a bit nervous. However, once the dogs and I met Linda, I felt so much more at ease! They took to her immediately, sensing her “dog person” energy. She was very receptive to all of the needs/schedules/particularities of both of my dogs. She was communicative throughout her stay, providing photos and updates. It was really great to be able to travel knowing that my dogs were being well cared for. I would definitely book Linda again!

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John R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 24, 2017

Wonderful,professional experience. Would highly recommend Linda and plan on using her again.

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Kim N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 22, 2017

Our puppy had a wonderful time with Linda. We would give her 6-stars if we could. Butter had a super time, came home happy, and enjoyed playing with Linda's dog Bogey. Linda kept us updated with texts, pictures, and videos while we were gone. We look forward to using Linda again soon. Thank you!!

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Joy B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 09, 2017

Linda was great. She sent us updates every day and our English bulldog came home happy and content. Highly recommend and will definitely use again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm a writer/editor that works remotely, and I have a stay-at-home dog dad to hang with my personal fur kids while I'm away. Point is, I have the a ton of flexibility.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Linda can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Every pet is different, and I love getting to know what makes yours special. Let me know their routine, favorite treats or toys, and anything that helps them feel at ease. If they have any fears, medications, or training cues you use, that’s great to know too — as it helps me keep things consistent and stress-free while you’re gone. Of course, I want the numbers of their veterinarians, contact info for the closest veterinary ER, and all the important deets about you and your home. Safety is paramount.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.