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Mary G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 repeat clients
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Mary G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $40 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
50 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dogs come first in this house !!!

I am retired. I love dogs, and would be considered "Grandma's house." Don't mind them on the furniture. Or even in my bed. Since I lost my dog, I would love to give another plenty of loving. I have been doing this for over 8 years and I can't believe how much I love it. I not only care for your pet, but I give them lots of loving and attention, it's not just a job for me. It's truly rewarding. Dogs would NEED TO BE LESS THAN 25#. I have had my own dogs for over 50 years, and now just want to help others. I never boarded my dogs in a kennel while I was away, and want to offer the same opportunity to any one else that is interested. I have lots of love to give. I live in apartment, but it is more like a Condo, I have my own entrance and a nice little back yard and patio. I would gladly take 2 dogs at a time as long as they get along.. Seeing as I live alone, and have no pets, your dog will be my first concern and get all of my attention. I will, to the best of my ability stick to your schedule and habits for caring for you precious baby. Due to my apartment situation, I am unable to take the dogs for a walk, but do sit out in my nice little back yard with them.

Qualifications

37 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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86 ratings
Lekisha A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 29, 2025

Mary was wonderful with my dogs. She sent pictures and updates.

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Cheryl H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 20, 2025

Mary was just great. I’m was Really impressed how up to date she kept me with Roxie’s day to day activity. I will definitely use her again.

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Renita S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Apr 15, 2025

Mary Is A Saint . I Needed A Last Minute Sitter For Bloom & She Accommodated Me . She Loves & Cares For Bloom Like She Was Her Own & I Am Forever Grateful . I Can Tell That Bloom Loves Being Around Her . Mary Energy Is Unmatched . I Highly Recommend ❤️

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Christine M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 20, 2024

Mary was amazing with Addi. Normally Addi is very shy & guarded but she loved Mary right away. I appreciated all the text message updates, photos & opportunity for a meet & greet before we left on our trip. I was comforted knowing Addi was in kind, loving hands. ❤️

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Mary R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 04, 2023

Mary was excellent in taking care of our dog Kitz. Very loving and the pictures I saw it was love at first sight! Mary was available and very accommodating, at the time of a family emergency. Thank you Mary for being so flexible. Hope we have the chance to see you again. Dave and Mary Rukavina

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Falona H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 16, 2023

Mary is awesome. She took great care of my Miley. I will definitely use her again .

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Schedule

I am retired and very rarely leave the house when I have a dog. I schedule my appointments and social events when I don't have a dog. I have been off of Rover for over a year as I was taking private clients. I am now anxious to meet some new furry friends and take care of them for you.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Your Pup is my first concern, I try to stick to your schedule and habits as much as possible, I want the dogs for feel comfortable and at home here.

A typical day

My biggest asset would be to cuddle with them and give them lots of love. I don't mind if they go on the furniture or even sleep in my bed if the owner allows it. I will adhere to whatever restrictions that you want for you dog regarding: meal times, treats, potty breaks and play time. I want them to feel as much at home as possible. I have dealt with many senior dogs and understand their limitations.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Mary can host up to 2 pets per night
I really don't have any preferences, just that it be under 25#. Even though I am listed in the 16-40 # category Because of my Apartment regulations. I can not have a dog over 25#.
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.