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Mary C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 repeat clients
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Mary C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $28 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

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

Highlights

Mary has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
35 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Mature, responsible animal lover

Hello, Virginia! I recently moved back to the state after 20 years away in Pennsylvania and Maryland, and I'm looking forward to meeting new clients, both human and 4-legged! I have over 30 years of experience caring for my own dogs, from puppyhood through their senior years (which included some health issues), and I've been offering pet care through Rover since November of 2017. Through my years with Rover, I've cared for dogs of all ages, including several senior dogs who needed special care. (I gave insulin injections twice daily to one sweet old girl who was diabetic and blind in her final years.) In addition to dog-care experience, I have plenty of general life experience (55+ years worth!), so in the unlikely event of a crisis or emergency involving your dog, I'd be able to make decisions and act calmly, quickly and responsibly. Walking with dogs is one of my favorite things in the world, so I'll happily take your pup on as many walks as s/he likes. I'm all about positive reinforcement, so your pup will receive plenty of praise, pets, and (if appropriate) treats. I don't have a dog of my own right now; I lost my beloved companion of 11 years, a lab-shepherd mix named Bo, in March of 2017. My two cats, Shirley and Bruce, couldn't be more different, personality-wise (Shirley being a little firecracker, while Bruce is a big, mellow guy who demanded belly rubs) and kept me laughing! Although it broke my heart, I had to leave Bruce and Shirley in Maryland when I moved. They're now living with a very experienced and loving cat lady, with whom I check in regularly. I have plenty of room in my life to give love and attention to your best buddy when you have other commitments.

Cat care experience

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Mature, responsible animal lover

Mary also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

30 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

In my clients' homes, I'm always careful when entering or leaving, in case a dog or cat decides to bolt and run! (Even if the client says the pet won't, I like to be extra careful.) I make sure the pets always have fresh water and are fed according to the owners instructions, and I only give treats as instructed/sanctioned by the owner. I keep all human food and potential hazards well out of the reach of the pets. And I don't let the pets out of my sight while they're in my care, if they're inclined to "get into" anything -- e.g., if they're puppies! If I have to leave them for any length of time (after confirming with the owner that it's okay to do so), I make sure they're safely crated or otherwise in a safe and comfortable situation.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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104 ratings
Janell R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 16, 2026

Mary was incredible with Panzer and we always felt he was in good hands with her. She was conscientious and kept us updated during our vacation. We hope to be able to have her sit Panzer in the future.

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Nancy O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 08, 2026

Mary is outstanding! We had a couple of meet and greets to go over any instructions for Prince. He immediately took to her. Loved getting photo updates each day. Prince is missing her already! Highly recommend and welcome her for our future needs.

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Carin J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 17, 2026

Mary was a Godsend! We were in town for our daughter’s wedding and she took excellent care of our puppy for the entire day!! Thank you Mary!!!

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Jessica M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 19, 2026

Mary was great with our dog Bailey and sent cute photo updates throughout the weekend! Definitely would recommend!

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Jan B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 01, 2026

Mary has provided excellent care for our pets while we’ve been away. I love getting all of the pictures she takes of our pets while she is caring for them. Thanks Mary! Highly recommend!

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Stephanie W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 29, 2026

Mary was terrific with our 4 year old English Cream Golden Retriever, Max. They went on long walks. played and had an overall great time. It was so comforting knowing Max was in good hands and I definitely recommend her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I currently have no rigid commitments that would interfere with my pet-sitting activities! Your pets will definitely be my first priority and receive constant attention during the time they spend with me. I'm happy to send you photos and activity reports as often as you like.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Mary can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
How old is your dog? What breed(s)? What size? What is your dog's personality? Outgoing and friendly, or shy and stand-offish? Does your dog tend to like most people? What about other dogs? Cats? Does your dog ever get aggressive? What words does your dog know? What type of praise/attention does your dog like? (E.g., scratching behind the ears, rubbing the belly, being talked to . . . ) Any issues/quirks I should know about?
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.