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Ria W.

Sugarloaf, CA

5.0 out of 5.0 stars
37 reviews
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Services

Ria can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am currently a full time employee working at a veterinary hospital. I have a rotating schedule so it is never the same each week. I am always open to discussing more details and working things out for the best of our pets!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 5 days ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Ria W.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for pets, I always like to follow their day to day routine to keep them engaged and happy with no disruptions! While caring for pets I like to stay close in order to be able to observe their Behaviors and take notes of any abnormalities in during interactions so parents can be aware of anything concerning or just out of the normal. Any routines the pets have in their normal day to day life I love to replicate to the best of my ability to make sure to avoid stressful interactions as well as keeping introductions at their pace to avoid anxiety and fear. ALL PETS ARE GOOD PETS!

Information Ria W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pets have any medical needs. I am more than willing and able to assist any dogs with special needs. I would also like to know about any reactivity your pets may have like leash, dog, people or kid reactivity; this way I know what to be looking out for with you pets and so I can keep them as comfortable as possible while avoiding stressful environments or situations with them.

A typical day

I love building relationships with dogs through cuddles and one on one play! I love making home made treats and taking dogs out on socializing adventures (if they are able). I feel dogs love to learn new things and stay engaged! I love finding new ways to keep pups mentally engaged and physically moving to the best of my ability, whether that is walks, runs, parks, or just simply providing brain games!

Location

Sugarloaf, CA

Ria W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Lover of all fur babies and pets!

Pet care experience

I’ve been a huge advocate of pet care since I was 10! I’ve dedicated my life to loving and understanding our little animal friends with the trust of family, friends, and even occasional strangers! I have managed a doggy daycare and have taken pride in working with all types of personalities and finding what is best for them! I’ve done everything along the lines of walking, transporting, medicating, bathing, feeding and socializing our furry friends. I pride myself in being able to give all animals (shy, timid, active, old, nervous, anxious) the same love and care that they deserve to have a full and enjoyable life!

Reviews

Julie C.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 17, 2025
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Ria is the best! The reports and photos she sends us give us peace of mind that our boys are safe and happy. They always welcome her and spend time engaging with her while she is here, sure signs from cats that they are happy.

Julie C.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 14, 2025
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Ria is great! I really appreciate her reports and pictures. Our kitties respond very well to her cheerful and friendly attitude. It gave us great reassurance knowing they were so well taken care of.

Diana M.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 26, 2025
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Ria was wonderful with Blake! Took him on two walks, even a little hiking trail, and sent me pictures. You can tell she really cares. Reliable, kind, and I’d definitely book her again.

Andy P.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 28, 2025
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Amazing as always!

About Ria W.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for pets, I always like to follow their day to day routine to keep them engaged and happy with no disruptions! While caring for pets I like to stay close in order to be able to observe their Behaviors and take notes of any abnormalities in during interactions so parents can be aware of anything concerning or just out of the normal. Any routines the pets have in their normal day to day life I love to replicate to the best of my ability to make sure to avoid stressful interactions as well as keeping introductions at their pace to avoid anxiety and fear. ALL PETS ARE GOOD PETS!

Information Ria W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pets have any medical needs. I am more than willing and able to assist any dogs with special needs. I would also like to know about any reactivity your pets may have like leash, dog, people or kid reactivity; this way I know what to be looking out for with you pets and so I can keep them as comfortable as possible while avoiding stressful environments or situations with them.

A typical day

I love building relationships with dogs through cuddles and one on one play! I love making home made treats and taking dogs out on socializing adventures (if they are able). I feel dogs love to learn new things and stay engaged! I love finding new ways to keep pups mentally engaged and physically moving to the best of my ability, whether that is walks, runs, parks, or just simply providing brain games!

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Ria W.

Sugarloaf, CA

5.0 out of 5.0 stars
37 reviews