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Mary Helen B.

Star Sitter

Irmo, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
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Services

Mary Helen can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

I’m free during the week as needed! I work from home, so I have a lot of flexibility on weekdays. I’m happy to work with you for times that you need.

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Not available
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About Mary Helen B.

Communication

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

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and a very large home that needs some doggies in it! We do have a large crate that can be assembled if needed. If your pup is in my home, they are the most important thing to me. We lost our furbaby 3 years ago and I’m so excited to be able to work with and be around pups again (all dogs are “pups” to me!).

Information Mary Helen B. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any special needs your dog might have, and if there is any type of medication schedule. Please let me know if the dog has ever shown signs of aggression (to other dogs, kids, other people, etc)

A typical day

I absolutely love playing with and caring for dogs! We can discover all the different smells in my neighborhood, or we can explore the sights near your own house! I love playing with them with their toys, and I love playing fetch and chase.

Location

Irmo, SC

Mary Helen B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Mary Helen B. has 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.

Doggie lover and advocate!!

Pet care experience

I have had a passion and true love in my heart for doggies practically since birth. I was always the one finding stray puppers, bringing them home, and then trying to find them a good home. I always joke about having a “doggie radar” because no matter where I go, Im always able to spot one and then of course have to go meet them! Dogs warm my heart in a way that nothing else can. I will love your babies as if they were my own!!

Reviews

Michael G.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 02, 2026
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Mary Helen is the best. Thoughtful, responsible and great communicator. Wouldn’t trust Winston’s care to anyone else

Whitney M.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 25, 2026
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Mary Helen is our favorite dog sitter. Molly, our dog, loves it when she comes by. We appreciate Mary Helen’s care for our dog, courtesy, friendliness, and professionalism! Mary Helen is our absolute go-to for care of our dog.

Michael G.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 23, 2025
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Mary Helen is the best. She’s a great communicator and cares for Winston so well. She’s definitely the highlight of his day and a huge help to me!

Lindsey B.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 23, 2025
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Mary Helen continues to be the BEST dog sitter I could ever recommend. She takes care of my two dogs who can definitely be a handful, and she does such a great job with them. I can tell that she truly cares about my girls, and it gives me peace of mind that they are in good hands when she is around. She leaves detailed, thoughtful reviews every single day and sends me great photos that brighten my day when I have to be away from them. I would highly recommend her for any dog sitting needs.

About Mary Helen B.

Communication

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

Dog skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and a very large home that needs some doggies in it! We do have a large crate that can be assembled if needed. If your pup is in my home, they are the most important thing to me. We lost our furbaby 3 years ago and I’m so excited to be able to work with and be around pups again (all dogs are “pups” to me!).

Information Mary Helen B. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any special needs your dog might have, and if there is any type of medication schedule. Please let me know if the dog has ever shown signs of aggression (to other dogs, kids, other people, etc)

A typical day

I absolutely love playing with and caring for dogs! We can discover all the different smells in my neighborhood, or we can explore the sights near your own house! I love playing with them with their toys, and I love playing fetch and chase.

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Mary Helen B.

Star Sitter

Irmo, SC

5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews