Mary F.
Belvidere, IL
Must love dogs!
Pet care experience
I grew up with a house full of pets dogs and cats. Personally, I am a dog lover, and I have developed an allergy to cats. In my adult life, I’ve had a golden retriever, three boxers, and a chocolate lab. I have adopted three rescue dogs. Years ago with my golden retriever, there were no services like Rover so she was boarded in a kennel, and after that it made me realize how much the importance of having my fur baby in a home with someone who will love on her and care for her while I’m away. I would love to be that person for your precious fur babies. I have a very large yard. It’s fenced in in the back, but even though it’s fenced in, I would still not leave your dogs alone in the yard. I would be out there active with them playing catch, playing frisbee or just playing with their favorite throw toy. I have cared for my own dogs from puppies thru their senior years and two dogs through cancer. I do have an extra large dog crate that’s 42x28x 30 so if your dog requires a crate, it’s not necessary for you to bring it. Just bring their favorite bedding.
Reviews
This was our first time having Mary watch our fur babies and I couldn’t be more pleased! She gave frequent updates and pictures and very clearly cared about their comfort and well being. We will not hesitate to book her again!
Mary is awesome! She took such great care of our dogs while we were away. She spoiled them and loved being with her 🙂. We already booked another stay with her!
Mary is just the best! She absolutely loves dogs and goes out of her way to make you and your furry baby feel like they are at home! I feel like she’s part of the family and cannot recommend her enough! Thank you Mary!!
Mary was the perfect choice for our dog Max and I am so glad I found her! She had a large yard for him to roam around in and she gave him so much love and attention. She also provided us with daily updates which the kids loved! I felt comfortable leaving him with her and was confident he was well taken care of and being spoiled. I will definitely use her the next time we need someone to care for Max!
About Mary F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a very large fence yard, and I would never leave your dog alone in the yard as I would be out there actively involved in their playtime. I currently do not have any dogs in my home as I recently lost my boxer to cancer. I would need your dog to be child friendly as I do have my grandson who is 12 here occasionally. I also would accept another dog that is in the same household for the additional fee at the same time but I would not accept another dog on Rover at the same time I’m caring for your dog that has been trusted to me. I feel this ensures the safety of all the fur babies. This way, you can be confident that my attention is given to your pet and your pet alone.
Home
Information Mary F. would like to know about your pet
I would require a meet and greet prior to any dog sitting. I feel it’s important that the dog with their owner comes to meet me in my home so that the first time your dog is here in my home they are not just dropped off or felt abandoned and feeling scared. They are going to miss you while you’re gone, so it’s important that they know you have been here and you approve of me which will make them feel more comfortable with me while you are away. I have hardwood floors, so I do require them to be housebroken. I would also need to know if there’s any medication that needs to be administered and if they have any other health conditions just so that I can be up-to-date on how to best care for your dog
A typical day
Actively engaging them in outdoor play and walks. Playing fetch, ball, frisbee. Playtime indoors as well. I do allow ball playing and fetch in the house.
Services
Mary can host
Availability
I am retired so I am home full-time seven days a week which would allow me lots of time to spend with your dog indoors and outdoors.
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About Mary F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I have a very large fence yard, and I would never leave your dog alone in the yard as I would be out there actively involved in their playtime. I currently do not have any dogs in my home as I recently lost my boxer to cancer. I would need your dog to be child friendly as I do have my grandson who is 12 here occasionally. I also would accept another dog that is in the same household for the additional fee at the same time but I would not accept another dog on Rover at the same time I’m caring for your dog that has been trusted to me. I feel this ensures the safety of all the fur babies. This way, you can be confident that my attention is given to your pet and your pet alone.
Home
Information Mary F. would like to know about your pet
I would require a meet and greet prior to any dog sitting. I feel it’s important that the dog with their owner comes to meet me in my home so that the first time your dog is here in my home they are not just dropped off or felt abandoned and feeling scared. They are going to miss you while you’re gone, so it’s important that they know you have been here and you approve of me which will make them feel more comfortable with me while you are away. I have hardwood floors, so I do require them to be housebroken. I would also need to know if there’s any medication that needs to be administered and if they have any other health conditions just so that I can be up-to-date on how to best care for your dog
A typical day
Actively engaging them in outdoor play and walks. Playing fetch, ball, frisbee. Playtime indoors as well. I do allow ball playing and fetch in the house.
Location
Belvidere, IL
Mary F.
Belvidere, IL