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Mary K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Mary K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

$98 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Athletic , Caring , Energetic!

I have had many different pets -chickens, goats, dogs, horses, fish that I have owned or sponsored. Our family dog died a year ago at age 14 and I’d like to be around dogs again! We have fostered dogs and cats from Milo, SPCA, cared for a rescue dog from Katrina Hurricane, helped with fostering sick cats from Fairfax. We also help neighbors with dog sitting. I even helped a hospitalized elder woman caring for her dog for 3 weeks. I would love to give your furry , family member a home away from home! There is open space, parks, water in walking distance! Hope I can help!

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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29 ratings
Ki C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • apr 05, 2026

Great communicator, very caring and attentive - highly recommend!

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Genevieve I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • feb 08, 2026

Mary was great! I’d be super happy to leave my dog with her again. Very flexible, caring and communicative. Thank you!

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Elfi W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • aug 21, 2025

Mary was wonderful with my old somewhat needy dog, taking many often longer walks around the neighborhood, giving me feedback and asking questions about his adjustment issues. I would definitely choose her again to take in my dog.

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Sioban S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • aug 06, 2025

Mary has taken care of our older Goldendoodle Chessie a few times now. I highly recommend her! She is caring, thoughtful, energetic, communicative and genuinely loves dogs. Your pup is in the best hands with Mary.

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Marine B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul 27, 2025

Mary has been so good to my dog, we will definitely board with her again! I appreciated the regular updates and pictures. Mary is also a very kind person and I enjoyed our discussions.

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Deborah C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jul 16, 2025

Mary took my dog on many walking and hiking adventures. She’s sent me photos too! She’s a terrific communicator such that my dog and I bonded with her. While I’m no longer in the area, if I were I’d certainly ask Mary to care for my dog over and over again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I do not work at this time. My husband and I are active, hiking, biking, and enjoying the outdoors. Have lots of time to be with your friend!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced in yard. There are no other pets in the home to compete with . I will be always walking the pet on a leash for safety.

A typical day

I live near a dog park which is great for socializing or off leash fun play , if permitted. We have the bay one bock away to walk to, Labrador’s or other dogs may enjoy a swim , and plenty of hills to climb !?your dog will get plenty of exercise and attention ! Then we’ll go back home and rest up!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Mary can host up to 2 pets per night
Are the friendly with other dogs , do they have separation anxiety, how are they in the leash , are they protective of their food , are they lap dogs or like to be left alone .. I do not allow negative behaviors such as begging for food at the table , jumping on furniture, or barking needlessly. I will reinforce positive behaviors with treats and verbally, touching giving love . I do not take dogs that bite people, other dogs or are incontinient of bowel or urine. THERE IS A $300 CLEANING FEE FOR ALL ACCIDENTS.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.