Rachel M.
Fairfax, VA
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Rachel can host
Rachel can care for
Availability
Note About Boarding, Doggy Daycare, & Housesitting Rates: Boarding Rate applies to a 24 hour period. If you should need a late pick up outside of that 24 hour period, additional charges will apply. Doggy Daycare Rate applies to an 8 hour period. Additional charges will apply should you need more than 8 hours of care. Housesitting Rate applies to 8 hours overnight, two feedings per day, & one mid-day drop-in.
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About Rachel M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Note About Drop Off & Pick Up Times: In an effort to be as flexible and accommodating as possible while maintaining a safe and secure environment for all of the pups in my care, please be sure to specify no larger than a 15 minute window for all drop off and pick up times with your booking request. The option to specify your drop off and pick up times should appear in the "Booking Details" Section. This ensures that your dog is protected under the Rover Guarantee and that any extended care rates are applied properly.
Home
Information Rachel M. would like to know about your pet
I would need to know the dogs temperament, training, and any outstanding health requirements. I have no preference of breed but prefer dogs with exposure to children.
A typical day
We always start and end our day with an outdoor potty break, but otherwise pups are able to freely move from indoors to outside as they please. I love to offer mental stimulation games by providing food puzzles, lick matts, frozen kongs, or short breakout training sessions on yucky weather days. In the summer, the pups enjoy playing in the doggy sprayground or chasing scented bubbles or the flirt pole around the yard.
Location
Fairfax, VA
Pets
Rachel M. 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.
Experienced Trainer w/Fenced Yard
Pet care experience
*Professional Member of IACP (International Association of Canine Professionals)* *Licensed & Insured* About Me: I am a full-time, stay-at-home mother, pet trainer, and long time lover of animals. I've owned animals and dogs all of my life. My family consists of myself, my husband, our two sons ages 12 and 18 (at college but visits often), and our well-trained seven year old labrador retriever named Stella. Stella is a trained therapy dog and visits local schools to provide comfort to staff and students. She has been well socialized with dogs of all breeds and ages and has her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certificate, AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen Certificate, and her AKC Community Canine Good Citizen Certificate. Both of our children are great with animals and love when we dog sit. I specialize in puppy/pet basic obedience training, have experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages, and even exotic pets (snakes, hedgehogs, birds, lizards, etc.). In my spare time I enjoy walking/jogging/hiking and being outdoors. About our home: We have a large fenced yard with a small screened-in porch with a ceiling fan. It's the perfect setting for those pups who enjoy being outside, while staying cool. Additional Services: I also offer transportation for a small fee for those busy parents who need to save some extra time and might require a drop off or pick up for their fur babies.
Reviews
Rachel does a great job with our dogs and gives excellent communication.
Boarded my 6 month old puppy for a week with Rachel and my pup loved it! I was nervous to leave my pup for so long for the first time, especially since a few days prior to boarding she was not feeling well. Rachel gave my pup her medication and kept me updated with photos and videos everyday. My pup looked like she had a fun time with Rachel and the other dogs that were visiting! I would definitly book with Rachel again.
Boris was living his best life with the care, attention, and new friends he met under Rachel’s care.
My pup comes home very happy and tired(!) from Rachel’s. He loves it there.
About Rachel M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Note About Drop Off & Pick Up Times: In an effort to be as flexible and accommodating as possible while maintaining a safe and secure environment for all of the pups in my care, please be sure to specify no larger than a 15 minute window for all drop off and pick up times with your booking request. The option to specify your drop off and pick up times should appear in the "Booking Details" Section. This ensures that your dog is protected under the Rover Guarantee and that any extended care rates are applied properly.
Home
Information Rachel M. would like to know about your pet
I would need to know the dogs temperament, training, and any outstanding health requirements. I have no preference of breed but prefer dogs with exposure to children.
A typical day
We always start and end our day with an outdoor potty break, but otherwise pups are able to freely move from indoors to outside as they please. I love to offer mental stimulation games by providing food puzzles, lick matts, frozen kongs, or short breakout training sessions on yucky weather days. In the summer, the pups enjoy playing in the doggy sprayground or chasing scented bubbles or the flirt pole around the yard.
Rachel M.
Fairfax, VA