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Mary B.

Star Sitter

Totem Lake, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•108 reviews
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Mary 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.

A Lifetime of Loving Care for Dogs

Pet care experience

As a long-term breeder I have plenty of experience in many areas. In the past, I've provided services ONLY in my clients' own homes. Unfortunately, it's become necessary for me to discontinue that service and, instead, I offer boarding services for dogs in my own home ONLY. I raised Labrador Retrievers for over 20 years and West Highland White Terriers for 5 years. During that time I provided loving dog care for many of the puppies as they grew while their people were away on vacation or out of town on business. I also provided foster care for rescued dogs until they could be placed in to their new homes. I have a small place so typically have only one small dog at a time. However, if you have two SMALL dogs, I am happy to watch both of them. No cats here. My Westie, Tribble, loves having a visitors. We are near the Kirkland Corridor Trail, which is perfect for walks. We also visit other trails such as Bridle Trails and Moulton Park. I am retired so I have practically unlimited time to spend with your dog! And most importantly, I love dogs. All dogs! I try to get my errands done when I do not have a dog in my care. So my focus is always the dog that I'm caring for. I'm very attentive toward the pets in my home. I'm able to see them at all times. Since I have my own dog, my home is always kept dog proof and safe.

Reviews

roN j.
Dog Boarding • Mar 23, 2024
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Mary has been looking after Jazz, our little Yorkie whenever we have been out of town for the past 5 years. She's very caring and we feel good that our dog is receiving great care while we are away! I would give Mary more than 5 stars if the review allowed.

Andrew M.
Dog Boarding • Feb 29, 2024
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Mary was great with Winston as always. He loves staying with her!

Andrew M.
Dog Boarding • Oct 05, 2023
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Winston truly loves staying with Mary!

Wing L.
Dog Boarding • Sep 07, 2023
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Mary is nice and patient. She brought our dog Foxy to different places to explore and had fun. Foxy and Tribble became hiking buddies! Foxy loves to sit on Mary’s lap and definitely enjoyed his stay with her, he came home happy. Thank you Mary for taking such great care of Foxy!

About Mary B.

Communication

44 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

The dogs in my care have the run of our home and we can see them at all times. We do not use ex-pens or crates unless you recommend that we do so. When we go someplace in the car we have seat belts for two extra dogs. The seat belts require connecting to a harness so please bring your dog's harness. If you do not have one, we have an extra here.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mary B. would like to know about your pet

Any allergies, physical limitations or phobias, status of vaccinations, issue with other dogs or cats, frequent barking, separation anxiety. Where do they typically sleep? Are they crate trained?

A typical day

Our typical day usually starts around 4:30am with breakfast and the first potty break. We go on a big walk around 11am (unless the weather is particularly bad). Dinner is usually at 4:30pm. I talk to and play with with the dogs all day and I'm happy to have them sit on my lap.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$45per night

Mary can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

My routine is focused around dogs. We go out for potty breaks at least three times a day. We go on a walk everyday (unless the weather is particularly bad). We are usually out for 1 - 1 1/2 hours.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Mary B.

Communication

44 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

The dogs in my care have the run of our home and we can see them at all times. We do not use ex-pens or crates unless you recommend that we do so. When we go someplace in the car we have seat belts for two extra dogs. The seat belts require connecting to a harness so please bring your dog's harness. If you do not have one, we have an extra here.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Mary B. would like to know about your pet

Any allergies, physical limitations or phobias, status of vaccinations, issue with other dogs or cats, frequent barking, separation anxiety. Where do they typically sleep? Are they crate trained?

A typical day

Our typical day usually starts around 4:30am with breakfast and the first potty break. We go on a big walk around 11am (unless the weather is particularly bad). Dinner is usually at 4:30pm. I talk to and play with with the dogs all day and I'm happy to have them sit on my lap.

Location

KIRKLAND, WA

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Mary B.

Star Sitter

Totem Lake, WA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•108 reviews