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Rachel K.

Norfolk, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
35 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.

Rachel can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Rachel can care for

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

Availability

I work full time but I live close enough to come home over my lunch hour, my husband has a very open schedule and we do our best to work with clients’ schedule around our own to make your needs the priority.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Rachel K.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard, extra kennels, and four very loving and friendly dogs. I’m a big believer in exercise physically and mentally for pets. In others’ homes, I stick to whatever schedule your baby is accustomed to; medication, exercise, dietary needs (I have even made a dog poached eggs!).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Rachel K. would like to know about your pet

I like to know a pets typical routine, bathroom habits, dietary and medication needs and schedule, typical and atypical behaviors, past and present medical concerns. I also like to know their favorite treats and any treats, foods, or habits they’re not allowed.

A typical day

I love to stimulate dogs with treat activities. I usually try to do one mental stimulation and one physical stimulation a day with the babies I watch. Learning a trick or working on an established one, hide and seek, finding the treats…Cuddling and kisses are not off the table either.

Location

Norfolk, VA

Rachel K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Happy to help you and your babies!

Pet care experience

I have taken care of dogs, cats, and houses since I was 12 years old. I have trained over 8 puppies and am versed in basic care for senior pets. I wanted to be a vet before chemistry forced another path for me, but that never curbed my love for animals and I still work in a veterinary hospital. Happy to help, so reach out and let me know how I can be of service!

Reviews

Maggie J.
Boarding • Aug 16, 2026
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Rachel was great! She sent videos and updates throughout Daisy’s overnight stay. She had a blast with all her other doggos!

Seth B.
Boarding • Jul 07, 2026
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Rachel was the best and took amazing care of our 12 week old chocolate lab puppy!

Jillian W.
Boarding • Jul 02, 2026
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Rachel is/was amazing; she worked with me when I ended up extending my trip and gave regular updates! 10/10 would book with her again!!

Austin M.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 19, 2026
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Very nice and sweet to our Joey, thank you, Rachel!

About Rachel K.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
72% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard, extra kennels, and four very loving and friendly dogs. I’m a big believer in exercise physically and mentally for pets. In others’ homes, I stick to whatever schedule your baby is accustomed to; medication, exercise, dietary needs (I have even made a dog poached eggs!).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Rachel K. would like to know about your pet

I like to know a pets typical routine, bathroom habits, dietary and medication needs and schedule, typical and atypical behaviors, past and present medical concerns. I also like to know their favorite treats and any treats, foods, or habits they’re not allowed.

A typical day

I love to stimulate dogs with treat activities. I usually try to do one mental stimulation and one physical stimulation a day with the babies I watch. Learning a trick or working on an established one, hide and seek, finding the treats…Cuddling and kisses are not off the table either.

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Rachel K.

Norfolk, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews