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Sandi D.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
•39 reviews
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Professional Petcare

Pet care experience

TRAINED PET CARE PROFESSIONAL Hi, I live in downtown Silver Spring and people find it very convenient to drop off their pets with me. My building has a dog park, and there are two others plus a wooded area right in back of me. You can trust me with your precious pets. I do this full time and have years of experience. Some sitters are young, inexperienced, and unreliable. I trained as a vet assistant, trainer and groomer. I'm also an experienced dog owner and petsitter. I'm pet first aid certified and know all the local vets. Dog training seminars and pet care industry trade shows throughout the year allow me to offer advice and referrals if desired. Why settle for someone with another job when your dog will have my undivided attention? Don't settle for less. My dog loves afternoon playtime and so will yours. Due to space limitations I can only board small and toy breeds, dogs under 20 lbs., sorry. For larger dogs I'm available for pet sits in your home, where your dog is most comfortable anyway. I can offer basic grooming, bath and trim, small dogs only at this time. I'm a college grad, reliable and responsible. Your best friend is safe with me.

Reviews

Shelley B.
House Sitting • May 19, 2024
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Sandi was an amazing house and pet sitter- paying special attention to our older dog who has some anxiety when we leave. She's terrific and we'll definitely be using her again!

Lanre O.
Dog Boarding • May 12, 2024
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Gina was treated like a queen.

Liz N.
Dog Boarding • Apr 30, 2024
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I was nervous about leaving my dog with someone she didn’t know but Sandi was wonderful and spoiled her just like I do. She sent photos to reassure me which helped so much. Would definitely use her again.

Allison D.
Dog Boarding • Jan 09, 2024
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We love working with Sandi! She is so knowledgeable and kind. In the pics she sent us, our dog looked calm and like he was having a great time on his two-week stay at her place!

About Sandi D.

Communication

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My building has a dog park and there are two others just across the street. I have crates available for time outs and naps so dogs so don't get over-excited. But mostly they're on the couch with me and they seem to like it that way. I strive to deserve your trust and that of your precious pets with responsible and loving care. The kindness we show our little charges is usually repaid tenfold and that's the fun of working with animals

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sandi D. would like to know about your pet

It's extremely helpful if you leave out you pet's vet records for housesit petsits so I better know what I'm dealing with and can watch out for medical issues. They sometimes are stressed by you absence and behave differently. Oftentimes they aren't interested in food for a day or too. Let me know if they can have fresh food, table scrapes, etc. to encourage them to eat. High value treats are helpful if there are any behavior issues.

A typical day

The property in back of mine has a park like setting and a large dog park. There's also one across the street that's very busy if your dog needs a lot of exercise and playtime, with your permission of course.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$60per night
House Sitting
in your home
$73per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk

Sandi can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Sandi can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I'm a full time animal lover with lots of time to spend with furry friends! My life revolves around their schedule of feeding, playtime and of course walks.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 3 days ago
Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Sandi D.

Communication

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My building has a dog park and there are two others just across the street. I have crates available for time outs and naps so dogs so don't get over-excited. But mostly they're on the couch with me and they seem to like it that way. I strive to deserve your trust and that of your precious pets with responsible and loving care. The kindness we show our little charges is usually repaid tenfold and that's the fun of working with animals

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sandi D. would like to know about your pet

It's extremely helpful if you leave out you pet's vet records for housesit petsits so I better know what I'm dealing with and can watch out for medical issues. They sometimes are stressed by you absence and behave differently. Oftentimes they aren't interested in food for a day or too. Let me know if they can have fresh food, table scrapes, etc. to encourage them to eat. High value treats are helpful if there are any behavior issues.

A typical day

The property in back of mine has a park like setting and a large dog park. There's also one across the street that's very busy if your dog needs a lot of exercise and playtime, with your permission of course.

Location

Silver Spring, MD

Sandi D.'s Neighborhood
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Sandi D.

Silver Spring, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
•39 reviews