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Margaret A.

Star Sitter

Anoka, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
•120 reviews
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Margaret A. 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.

Fenced Yard, Work from Home!

Pet care experience

Daycare and Boarding: Our focus is senior dogs, shy pups, and dogs with special needs. If your dog has white whiskers, suffers from some anxiety or physical disabilities, or simply enjoys a quieter, slower pace, they will fit right in with our regular crew. My husband and I provide individualized care and accessibility options - support slings or ramps for stairs, pet steps to get on beds, lifting as needed. All ages are welcome but very playful dogs or pups who love to wrestle will have more fun at a different home with similarly active dogs. Dog Walks and Drop Ins: Walks are based on your preference; you let me know if the walk is more for physical exercise, mental exercise, potty break, or all of the above. Drop In visits can include playtime in the yard, meals, cuddling/socializing, cage or litter box cleaning, etc. I have experience administering medication and visiting various types of pets including: tortoises, parrots, cats, chickens, fish, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc. ------------------------------------------------------------------- I am a lifelong dog owner (all rescues) and have experience training dogs in obedience and competition agility. My 5+ years on Rover.com have been fantastic; I have met some of the best pets and their humans! --------------------------------------------------------------------

Reviews

Alysia F.
House Sitting • Nov 29, 2023
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This is the second time we’ve had Margaret stay with our pets while we went on vacation. If you’re looking for the perfect pet sitting experience, then she’s the person to book. Her attention to detail cannot be overstated. Being able to leave our 3 dogs in someone’s hands as capable as hers is worth every penny and then some. You can’t put a price on piece of mind. We highly recommend her, and hope she will be available for our next trip.

Dog Boarding • Sep 24, 2023

Margaret A. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Alysia F.
House Sitting • Nov 28, 2022
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Margaret was a godsend. We went on vacation for 6 days while she stayed in our home and took care of 3 dogs, a cat, and our fish. I highly recommend her and look forward to having her back. We can’t thank her enough for taking care of our home and pets while we were away and trust her impeccably. Book her while you still can, she’s amazing.

Shirley B.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 29, 2022
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Daphne does wonderfully in her care and loves being with a pack of friendly dogs for the day.

About Margaret A.

Communication

58 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is my priority! Whether it's your pet or your home, I will take every precaution possible. If there is a unique situation, I'll discuss it with you before booking or work with you to find a solution if it occurs during a booking. I am bonded and insured through Pet Sitter Associates in addition to the Rover Guarantee.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Margaret A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know about your pet's: * Triggers: loud noises, skateboards, vacuum cleaners, etc. * Min/max physical activity and heat/cold sensitivity, especially senior pets * Allergies, medical conditions, past injuries resulting in arthritis or occasional limping, etc. * Quirky behavior: counter surfing, digging, eating poop, chewing, humping, etc.

A typical day

In my home: -lots of exercise opportunities, including optional walks -dog-height windows -fenced yard -lots of squirrel activity in the yard -door propped open when the weather is nice so the pups can go in and out at their leisure -seasonal puppy pool -chickens (in pen) provide entertainment

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$33per night
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Margaret can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Margaret can watch in your home

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

Availability

Since I offer a variety of services in addition to my job, my schedule fluctuates regularly and is highly individualized to the needs of my repeat clients. Due to unpredictable travel times, I may not be able to accept all requests for visits requiring travel south of the Ferry Street Bridge.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 4 months ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Margaret A.

Communication

58 repeat pet parents
90% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is my priority! Whether it's your pet or your home, I will take every precaution possible. If there is a unique situation, I'll discuss it with you before booking or work with you to find a solution if it occurs during a booking. I am bonded and insured through Pet Sitter Associates in addition to the Rover Guarantee.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Margaret A. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know about your pet's: * Triggers: loud noises, skateboards, vacuum cleaners, etc. * Min/max physical activity and heat/cold sensitivity, especially senior pets * Allergies, medical conditions, past injuries resulting in arthritis or occasional limping, etc. * Quirky behavior: counter surfing, digging, eating poop, chewing, humping, etc.

A typical day

In my home: -lots of exercise opportunities, including optional walks -dog-height windows -fenced yard -lots of squirrel activity in the yard -door propped open when the weather is nice so the pups can go in and out at their leisure -seasonal puppy pool -chickens (in pen) provide entertainment

Location

Anoka, MN

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Margaret A.

Star Sitter

Anoka, MN

5.0 out of 5 stars
•120 reviews