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Sala H.

Essex Junction, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
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Services

Sala can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Sala can care for

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

Availability

I am currently a college student part time. I also work part time at Costco, 8.5 hour shifts in the afternoon/evenings Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. (About 40hrs a week) I am willing to work with you on scheduling as needed.

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Sala H.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I am a very observant person and good at seeing how an animal is feeling and how to handle their preferences. I will keep your house and whatever I use clean and in as good of shape as I found it or better.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sala H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has any quirks such as leash aggression, anxiety, dog or human aggression, or any special needs they need watched. I am totally happy to help I just need to know what to be ready for.

A typical day

I am a big believer that mental stimulation tires animals out as much as than physical stimulation. I will do training, sniffing walks or focused walks (whatever your prefer), neutrality training (siting somewhere and watching the world go by and learning not to react or that I am more interesting than distractions) and obviously lots of snuggles. It is up to you what you want me to do with your pet . :)

Location

Essex Junction, VT

Sala H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal lover and dog trainer

Pet care experience

I have taken care of dogs of all ages, breeds and sizes since I was in 5th grade and had a rescue of my own. I have been a puppy raiser for Guide Dogs For The Blind since 2021 and have raised 3-4 puppies. I am an animal science enthusiast and love getting to know each animal. I have experience with dog training and socializing, medication administration, dog walking (any breed), animal handling and much more. I would love to work with you and your pets to make your Rover experience as smooth and good as possible. I have an instagram volt_gdb if you want to see what I have done with Guide Dogs for The Blind.

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Lindsey W.
House Sitting • May 11, 2026
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So grateful for the care and flexibility Sala provided our dog!

Mia M.
Dog Walking • Apr 29, 2026
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Amazing

Danielle R.
House Sitting • Apr 29, 2026
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Sala stayed at my house for 5 days. She was wonderful and took excellent care of my two cats and my senior dog (he has medical conditions that require a strict medication schedule 3x a day). She was very communicative and provided regular updates/photos. I struggle leaving my senior dog with anyone because of his medical conditions, but he was in good hands with Sala and I was able to enjoy a vacation without worry :)

Annie B.
House Sitting • Mar 29, 2026
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We were able to truly enjoy a weekend away knowing our dogs were in good hands with Sala- she’s communicative, savvy and responsible. Our dogs are not for the faint of heart and she exceeded the challenge!

About Sala H.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I am a very observant person and good at seeing how an animal is feeling and how to handle their preferences. I will keep your house and whatever I use clean and in as good of shape as I found it or better.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Sala H. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has any quirks such as leash aggression, anxiety, dog or human aggression, or any special needs they need watched. I am totally happy to help I just need to know what to be ready for.

A typical day

I am a big believer that mental stimulation tires animals out as much as than physical stimulation. I will do training, sniffing walks or focused walks (whatever your prefer), neutrality training (siting somewhere and watching the world go by and learning not to react or that I am more interesting than distractions) and obviously lots of snuggles. It is up to you what you want me to do with your pet . :)

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Sala H.

Essex Junction, VT

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 reviews