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Mary S.

Ely, MN

2 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Mary can care for

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

Availability

I am retired but do work part time helping a friend with household chores and driving him to appointments and shopping. I have a dog of my own, a double doodle who is almost 2 years old. Her name is Phoebe.

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About Mary S.

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

When I care for pets in their own home, I follow the instructions from the owner. If the yard is fenced in, I let them out, make sure they have food and water and play with them if they like that. If there's no fence, I take them out on the leash and go for walks. I clean up after the dogs when needed.

Information Mary S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has special needs, medications, behavioral, special diet etc. I've had dogs and cats that had to take medications orally or by shots.

A typical day

If your pet has a favorite toy, we will play a lot. We'll go for walks if allowed. I'll spend time loving on them with scratches and belly rubs. My Phoebe LOVES belly rubs and snuggling. I will bring treats if allowed.

Location

Ely, MN

Mary S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Reliable, Trustworthy Pet Care

Pet care experience

I grew up on a resort near Ely, MN and when I was 10, I started pet sitting for the guests so they could go fishing for the day and not worry about getting back to take them out or feed them. Over the years I've had 6 dogs and 8 cats of my own so am familiar with loving, training and caring for them. I have helped friends by making house visits to take their dogs out for potty breaks, feeding and playing. I know how important it is to find someone reliable and trustworthy to care for our beloved pets.

Cat care experience

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Reliable, Trustworthy Pet Care

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

Reviews

Dianne B.
Aug 04, 2026

I had a dog named Crisco and there were times when I went to a Christian Confrence In the cities for a weekend. Mary would keep Crisco with her at her house. I was never worried because I knew my dog was in excellent hands. Crisco loved Mary. Mary took Crisco about 5 different times for me. I also worked with Mary for over 18yrs at Anthem in Gilbert, MN. She is absolutley wonderful with animals. I would trust her anytime with an animal. Thank you.

Lorene P.
Jul 29, 2026

Mary is one of the most thoughtful and caring people that I know. She has never been without a pet, either cats or dogs, and she cares for each one as of it’s her own child. When problems arise, whither behavioral or physical, Mary researches to find the solution. She is a great pet owner and would care for anyone’s pet as if it was her own.

About Mary S.

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

When I care for pets in their own home, I follow the instructions from the owner. If the yard is fenced in, I let them out, make sure they have food and water and play with them if they like that. If there's no fence, I take them out on the leash and go for walks. I clean up after the dogs when needed.

Information Mary S. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has special needs, medications, behavioral, special diet etc. I've had dogs and cats that had to take medications orally or by shots.

A typical day

If your pet has a favorite toy, we will play a lot. We'll go for walks if allowed. I'll spend time loving on them with scratches and belly rubs. My Phoebe LOVES belly rubs and snuggling. I will bring treats if allowed.

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Mary S.

Ely, MN

2 reviews