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Margaret V.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Margaret V.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Attentive, 24/7 Care & Fenced Yard!

Thanks for visiting my profile! I specialize in Doodles, Poodles and other hypoallergenic canines. My husband and I have had dogs all our lives. We are our family's go-to spot to board their pets when traveling, but lately have decided that we enjoy hosting and dog sitting so much that we are ready to take on new clients. I work from home so can stay with your dog most of the time and would look forward to continuing your care routine and making your time away smooth and stress-free. I am a dog mom myself, so I know how important receiving frequent photo updates is to your peace of mind while traveling. I love taking photos and send lots of updates when sitting. Additionally, we have a full fenced-in backyard in a comfortable neighborhood with lots of space for long walks and plenty of stimulation. We have a very social cat and dog in our home who love to play and would be eager to keep your pet entertained and happy while you are traveling! Our current dog is a canine good citizen, trained emotional support animal, and is very good with other dogs. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or to schedule a stay! I look forward to working with you.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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28 ratings
Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 18, 2026

My dog was well taken care of and we received multiple pictures and updates during our trip!

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Bryan F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 06, 2026

We have taken our dog to Margaret a few times and would highly recommend! She took our dog for a walk in the park and sent photos during the stay. She has good quick communication. Well worth the cost knowing she is with someone who cares for her the same way we do!

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David S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 13, 2025

Margaret is the best! She is amazing with our dog. it gives us peace of mind knowing she is with Margaret when we are away from home. Highly recommend her !

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Trenton T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 29, 2025

Margaret is the best! Phoebe always has the best time. Our puppy is always so well taken care of.

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Madison B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 01, 2025

Our dog was seriously on vacation with Margaret. They took him to many cool little places around their house and were patient with his high energy. We didn’t have to worry at all leaving him for the weekend, and we always get anxious leaving our pup with someone new. Couldn’t recommend more!

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Julie B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 11, 2025

Margaret was very friendly she treated our dog like he was her own! I loved getting pictures of my dog enjoying walks and playtime with her dog! I gave very short notice but she was very accommodating and understanding. We would love to use her again and highly recommend her to others.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently work from home, so can provide around-the-clock care to your loved one! We have one sweet and social dog named Odie and one friendly and playful tuxedo cat named Pickles. Both are very good with other animals and would make your pet feel very welcome and at home!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced in yard and take my pup on daily 20-minute walks in the neighborhood. I'm happy to follow any fitness and care routines you have to make the transition from your care to mine as smooth as possible. For dogs that are accustomed to being in a crate, we have a large dog crate available and lots of experience administering medications to pups as lifetime dog owners.

Pets

A typical day

We’re a laid back, clean, active, non-smoking household. We go on daily walks, run around and play in the backyard rain or shine, and love cuddling and heaping attention on our furry family members. I have training games and can provide more exercise as requested, in addition to experience training my own dog as an emotional support animal and canine good citizen. I look forward to working with you to make sure your pup has everything it needs to be active, comfy, and well cared for during our time together.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Margaret can host up to 1 pet per night
Dogs must have all their vaccines, and I cannot watch any dogs with aggressive or destructive tendencies because I do take the health and safety of my own family very seriously, in addition to yours! Please tell me about your dog's needs and ensure that their Rover profiles are completed thoughtfully and thoroughly so I can take proper care of your pup. House training is a must unless your dog is a puppy -we can work on that together. I cannot wait to meet you and your pet!
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.