Mary & Jim R.
Gaithersburg, MD
Loving care when you're not there
Pet care experience
Hello and thank you for checking out our profile! We are both from animal-loving (dogs, cats, horses, and cattle) families and have been especially blessed with the love of cats and dogs since birth - a German Shepherd taught Mary to walk! We have both cared for, cherished, and at times rehabilitated, many rescued dogs and stray cats. We became a blended dog family when we married in 2016 with Jim's Yorkie/Beagle Lucie and Beagle/Spitz/Spaniel Nellie plus Mary's German Shepherd/Great Dane Buddy and Border Collie/Lab Sage. Our mission is to provide safe and loving care for your pet at a reasonable price. We are approved foster parents for a local rescue foundation and Mary assists in the evaluation and education of prospective fosters and adopters. Mary and Jim are also experienced in the care of senior dogs and cats (ours and other's) and dogs with post-surgery mobility issues. We passed Rover's background check with no concerns and Mary passed both her former federal government employer's and Maryland state checks. Note: At this time, Mary is providing all services. In case of emergency, Jim is always available as Mary's back-up to safely care for your pet. Mary is dedicated to learning your pet's routine, needs, and wants. Whether at your home or ours, inside and outside, your instructions will be carefully followed, your pet will be fully supervised, and lots and lots of love given.
Reviews
Thanks for always making the girls feel happy, snuggled and loved! See you soon,
Thank you Mary!!
Thank you Mary for always taking exceptional care of Bentley ❤️
Girls are already looking in your room to let me know you are gone.....but I told them you'd be back very soon!!!! Enjoy your time at home and stay warm.
About Mary & Jim R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety, Trust, and Environment: During our initial meet-and-greet, we will walk through a detailed intake so we can match your pet's normal routine and ensure they feel safe, relaxed, and loved while you are away. If there are several weeks between our first meeting and the booking, Mary will come by again to deepen your pet's acceptance and comfort. During walks with leash-trained dogs at least one year old, two leashes will be used each with a GPS tracker. No other person or animal will be allowed near your dog. If we are unable to cross the street or move to another trail, we will move as far off the walkway as possible. and Mary will stand between your dog and the oncoming individual(s). Your dog's safety is our #1 priority!
Information Mary & Jim R. would like to know about your pet
Meet-and-Greet: An in-person meeting is required for all new clients. During your new client consultation for any service, Mary will discuss your pet's unique needs and wants in-depth, including their personality, behavior, daily routine, health, training, and (most important) what makes them happy.
A typical day
Drop-in Visits for Dogs: Your dog (at least one year of age) will go out for a 10-15 minute leashed potty walk or up to 20 minute potty break & play in your fenced yard plus enjoy lots of snuggles and love when Mary comes to your home for a 30 minute drop-in visit. Note: If you would like a longer Walk, there are many wonderful Rover sitters who provide this service. Mary will also wash and refill water and food bowls and provide poo bags and grain-free treats (with your permission). Choose from regularly scheduled weekly visits, or a day here and there as needed. Scheduling is very flexible! Drop-in Visits for Cats: Mary will give your feline(s) a clean litter box, clean bowls, fresh water and food, and whatever forms of love and play they prefer. Choose from regularly scheduled weekly visits, or a day here and there as needed. Scheduling is very flexible! Please contact Mary if you would like to learn more about available services or have a special request.
Services
Mary & Jim can watch in your home
Availability
Schedule: Mary is retired, with a very flexible schedule, and will be focused on your pet's needs and happiness for the duration of the visit.
About Mary & Jim R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety, Trust, and Environment: During our initial meet-and-greet, we will walk through a detailed intake so we can match your pet's normal routine and ensure they feel safe, relaxed, and loved while you are away. If there are several weeks between our first meeting and the booking, Mary will come by again to deepen your pet's acceptance and comfort. During walks with leash-trained dogs at least one year old, two leashes will be used each with a GPS tracker. No other person or animal will be allowed near your dog. If we are unable to cross the street or move to another trail, we will move as far off the walkway as possible. and Mary will stand between your dog and the oncoming individual(s). Your dog's safety is our #1 priority!
Information Mary & Jim R. would like to know about your pet
Meet-and-Greet: An in-person meeting is required for all new clients. During your new client consultation for any service, Mary will discuss your pet's unique needs and wants in-depth, including their personality, behavior, daily routine, health, training, and (most important) what makes them happy.
A typical day
Drop-in Visits for Dogs: Your dog (at least one year of age) will go out for a 10-15 minute leashed potty walk or up to 20 minute potty break & play in your fenced yard plus enjoy lots of snuggles and love when Mary comes to your home for a 30 minute drop-in visit. Note: If you would like a longer Walk, there are many wonderful Rover sitters who provide this service. Mary will also wash and refill water and food bowls and provide poo bags and grain-free treats (with your permission). Choose from regularly scheduled weekly visits, or a day here and there as needed. Scheduling is very flexible! Drop-in Visits for Cats: Mary will give your feline(s) a clean litter box, clean bowls, fresh water and food, and whatever forms of love and play they prefer. Choose from regularly scheduled weekly visits, or a day here and there as needed. Scheduling is very flexible! Please contact Mary if you would like to learn more about available services or have a special request.
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Pets
Mary & Jim R.
Gaithersburg, MD