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Margaret P.

Syracuse, NY

4.9 out of 5 stars
146 reviews
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Services

Margaret can care for

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

Availability

I’m working part time currently so I’m available most days in the morning for walking or checking in with your animal. I’m also close by so I’m available to stay over at your house during the night to keep the best eye on your family members.

About Margaret P.

Communication

38 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I’m able to take care of any animal in your home not just dogs. I’m able to easily crate and walk your dogs during the day and make sure everyone gets their required attention. And I clean up after myself and the animals!

Information Margaret P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog is reactive to other animals, if they have specific medication, their food details, and potty schedule if that’s at all possible. I want to keep things as close to the same for your dog.

A typical day

I’d love to play with your dog as needed and take them on walks as needed. A fun day involves food, a walk, play time, potty breaks, and cuddles!

Location

Syracuse, NY

Margaret P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal trainer and lover!

Pet care experience

I’ve had 11 years experience of hands on working alone with animals. Currently I volunteer with CNY Snap taking care of cats and I’m a dog trainer and pet care specialist at Petsmart. I’ve been volunteering for 3 years now and working at Petsmart for 3 as well. I’m well versed in taking care and training puppies as well as taking care of special needs, sickly, or senior animals. I have my own small animal pets (gerbils) and previously had snakes. Previously before moving here I trained horses as well as worked in the hospital/quarantine/sick room for a cat shelter in Georgia. I spent at least five years there giving vaccines, medication, fluids, and hospital sterilizing cleaning everything. I’ve been involved in animals my whole life and they’re my passion.

Reviews

Caitlin S.
Dog Walking • May 25, 2026
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Margaret was amazing with our Husky as always! Very communicative and takes great care of our dog while walking him

Roberta Z.
Drop-In Visits • May 23, 2026
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My 2 corgis LOVE Margaret and get so excited when she comes over to see them. She is also SO good with them—I wouldn’t trust anyone else!!

Sandra H.
Drop-In Visits • May 04, 2026
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We highly recommend Margaret. She did a wonderful job looking after our cats and guinea pigs while we were away. She went to great lengths to get our picky cat to eat, which we very much appreciate. She was responsive and always sent photos and updates. When we got back they were happy and clearly well cared for. I hope she is available to watch them again the next time we are out of town.

Peter M.
House Sitting • May 04, 2026
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Margaret was very patient with my silver with anxiety and diabetes. She sent plenty of communication. plan to rebook!

About Margaret P.

Communication

38 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I’m able to take care of any animal in your home not just dogs. I’m able to easily crate and walk your dogs during the day and make sure everyone gets their required attention. And I clean up after myself and the animals!

Information Margaret P. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog is reactive to other animals, if they have specific medication, their food details, and potty schedule if that’s at all possible. I want to keep things as close to the same for your dog.

A typical day

I’d love to play with your dog as needed and take them on walks as needed. A fun day involves food, a walk, play time, potty breaks, and cuddles!

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Margaret P.

Syracuse, NY

4.9 out of 5 stars
146 reviews