Marie H.
Marie H.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $55 per visit
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving and experienced pet sitter
I know your pet is your baby and I will care for and love them. As a pet sitter, I have cared for all kinds of pets, there is no pet I will not care for. I worked for a pet sitting company and took care of dogs ranging in size and from an 8 week old Pomeranian (less than a pound) to an adolescent Great Dane (120 lbs) and an 18 yo special needs chihuahua mix. The company often assigned me to the pets that had special needs. I have cared for sick animals and given medications (including injections) to cats, dogs, rodents and birds. I have had pets since I was 7, I started with walking sticks, mice, frogs, bunnies, guinea pigs and got a dog at 14. As an adult I have had everything from a Papillon to a Rottweiler, cats and various other animals. I have volunteered at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, which has given me a broad animal experience. I am used to watchin pets for signs of discomfort and unusual behavior as well as comfort and happiness.
Cat care experience
Marie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I individualize the care to fit the needs of each pet I care for. Communication is very important to me, please let me know how I can make your pet and you happy. If your pet is social and there is a dog park, I will take them there, otherwise we will walk, hang out and play as per your pets needs. Because I have seen a lot of allergies and intolerances, I will only give your pet treats, food and such that you have approved. My family is my two kids (one in college, two cats (8 years), one dog (1 year), three cockroaches (thanks to my oldest), and my partner. We have a house with a fenced in yard in a quiet neighborhood of Alexandria. That said, walking a dog outside is a must as they need the mental stimulation of new smells and experiences and social interaction (most dogs). My dog is a male mixed breed of medium size (60 lbs), he loves everyone and likes to run around and play. Our cats are used to dogs but will avoid them for the most part and, if your dog doesn't like cats, I have gates that will stop them from interacting. If you are a cat owner and your cat is not used to dogs, I will keep my dog in my room when not outside.
Ratings and reviews
This was Augie’s first time spending time away from us with strangers and Marie was very welcoming and seemed to understand dogs and Augie felt at home. Marie also had a good size enclosed yard. She communicated and responded to my texts about on how he was doing. I would use her again, if I was traveling through Washington DC.
We felt comfortable knowing our dogs were in Marie’s capable hands!
Marie is the best we always know our dog is in good hands when we are out of town.
Thank you for taking care of our dogs, Marie.
Marie took wonderful care of our elderly lab, Emma! Emma has health issues, requires medication and frequent walks and Marie saw to her every need beautifully. We have had Emma only a few months and so she still adjusting to a new home. Marie was very loving and supportive.
My dog Eddie had a great time at Marie’s playing with her dog and running around her fenced yard. He came home and promptly crashed. I highly recommend Marie and will be using her again.
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Schedule
I am free to help fill you and your pets needs and will work around your schedule. I work 7 days a week and am happy to step in in emergencies as well. I am really passionate about animals and meeting their and their owners needs.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.