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Mary & Gabrielle D.

Star Sitter

Jacksonville Heights, Jacksonville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
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Services

Mary & Gabrielle can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Mary & Gabrielle can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

As a wife and wife team, your care will be carried out by either of us or both of us— but you can ensure top quality care regardless of who is providing it. Walks and drop ins before 8am and after 5pm are often attended by Gabrielle, while housesits are generally carried out by Mary due to Gabrielle’s full time position. Boarding care is handled by both parties. Most messages are responded to by Mary. Mary does have a standing M-F 3 hour babysitting gig from 1-4, though it often ends early. We try to be flexible and accept most bookings, including emergency last minute bookings. We offer a number of services; however, we do not accepts pets from more than one family at a time during boardings so that we can ensure the utmost attention, care and safety of your furry friends.

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About Mary & Gabrielle D.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We live in a large townhouse with a fully fenced backyard, 3 cats who keep mostly to themselves but may befriend gentler dogs and a 6 month old puppy who is generally well behaved and in training. We have no children or other people living in the home. We can create separated spaces if necessary, while still ensuring your furry friend gets the care and attention they deserve, while in a comfortable space for them. Mary is dog and cat CPR/First Aid certified through the American Red Cross. We have experience with animals who have special dietary, medication and medical related needs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mary & Gabrielle D. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your pet has any special requirements, is not friendly with other animals, needs to have a regimented routine followed, if they need to avoid being fed anything specific (cheese, peanut butter, any other allergens or irritants) and generally what you expect of us and our time with your pet. I will do my best to ensure to meet all requests.

A typical day

We endeavor to start each day early and to follow all care and routine instructions provided to me. Each day generally starts with a walk or being let in the yard, followed by breakfast and then a period of rest for digestion. Then, another walk after breakfast has processed and then it’s fun, play and snuggles until dinner time. We keep a well stocked assortment of enrichment items from different training treats and training sticks, treat dispensers, different flavored dog peanut butter with slow feeders and lick mats to excite and keep dogs busy, Kong toys with different Kong fillers. We also have puzzle games for mental stimulation, too many toys to count and new ones coming in all the time. For summer, we will have a doggy splash pad set up and available. Your furry friends are guaranteed to have something entertaining to do during their stay.

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Mary & Gabrielle D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Mary & Gabrielle D. have Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Big Star Pet Care

Pet care experience

Big Star Pet Care was started in memorial of our best friend of nearly 10 years, a rescue pitbull who was our Biggest Star. That’s why we give everyone our Big Star Promise— to treat your animals like they are their own Big Star. I've taken care of many animals, from cats & dogs, to rodents, reptiles, birds and more. This makes my experience in animal care varied and diverse. I am comfortable with all sizes of pet and breed, as well as many different temperaments. We are privately insured with pet care professional insurance (including vet coverage)— for the utmost safety of your loved ones, so that you can rest at ease while away. We are always learning new ways to expand what we can offer to our clients. We strive to follow instructions left by the pet owner and always send plenty of photos and updates. I am comfortable giving baths and can administer oral medication if needed. Thank you for considering Big Star Pet Services, I look forward to meeting you and your best friend(s).

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Anna M.
Boarding • Jun 15, 2026
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Mary and Gabrielle were great! Our dog had a great time with them and they provided plenty of updates. It’s also apparent they are very knowledgeable which added to the peace of mind they gave!

Marie V.
House Sitting • Jun 07, 2026
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My babies were well taken care of, almost like i Never left. Kept me informed and sent plenty of pictures. I will definitely book again in the future. Thank you

Christa O.
Drop-In Visits • May 30, 2026
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Our pet sitter went above and beyond every expectation. They were incredibly kind, friendly, and understanding, and it was clear they genuinely cared about our pets. Communication was excellent, and they made us feel completely at ease while we were away. We came home to happy, well-cared-for pets and couldn’t be more grateful. Highly recommend to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, compassionate, and dependable!

Tracy G.
House Sitting • May 29, 2026
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Mary and Gabi were excellent with our two large breed dogs. One of our girls can be a little anxious around new visitors but she was immediately ease with these pros! They sent pics, kept us informed and loved on our girls. Highly recommend!!

About Mary & Gabrielle D.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We live in a large townhouse with a fully fenced backyard, 3 cats who keep mostly to themselves but may befriend gentler dogs and a 6 month old puppy who is generally well behaved and in training. We have no children or other people living in the home. We can create separated spaces if necessary, while still ensuring your furry friend gets the care and attention they deserve, while in a comfortable space for them. Mary is dog and cat CPR/First Aid certified through the American Red Cross. We have experience with animals who have special dietary, medication and medical related needs.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mary & Gabrielle D. would like to know about your pet

Please let us know if your pet has any special requirements, is not friendly with other animals, needs to have a regimented routine followed, if they need to avoid being fed anything specific (cheese, peanut butter, any other allergens or irritants) and generally what you expect of us and our time with your pet. I will do my best to ensure to meet all requests.

A typical day

We endeavor to start each day early and to follow all care and routine instructions provided to me. Each day generally starts with a walk or being let in the yard, followed by breakfast and then a period of rest for digestion. Then, another walk after breakfast has processed and then it’s fun, play and snuggles until dinner time. We keep a well stocked assortment of enrichment items from different training treats and training sticks, treat dispensers, different flavored dog peanut butter with slow feeders and lick mats to excite and keep dogs busy, Kong toys with different Kong fillers. We also have puzzle games for mental stimulation, too many toys to count and new ones coming in all the time. For summer, we will have a doggy splash pad set up and available. Your furry friends are guaranteed to have something entertaining to do during their stay.

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Mary & Gabrielle D.

Star Sitter

Jacksonville Heights, Jacksonville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews