Sarah B.
Dupont Circle, DC
Experienced & Reliable WFH Sitter
Pet care experience
I will care for your pets as if they were mine! I grew up with dogs and cats, and during college, I fostered over 35 dogs and cats. Watching a family adopt a dog I fostered for weeks was hard, but knowing that the dog has a permanent, loving home made it more than worth it. Caring for my family's cats and first Brittany dog while growing up instilled in me a passion for animals and their well being. I know the importance of giving attention to pets while their families are away. In addition to caring for dogs of all ages and breeds, I have cared for cats, turtles, fish, geckos, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs, and snakes. I'm happy to collect mail, water plants, take out trash, etc. while you are away.
Reviews
Pickles loves her walks with Sarah
Sarah was so easy to work with, took great pictures of our cat lenny, and we felt like our cat was is safe hands while we were away!
Always appreciate how thoughtful and thorough Sarah is! Grateful for her support for our kitty while we’re away!
Sarah went above and beyond to help us out this week when our dog Moose was sick! She contacted us immediately when she noticed something was wrong, and thereafter she was communicative about his status throughout the week, flexible with her time in checking in on him, and happy to help out with the messy tasks that go along with caring for a sick dog. We have worked with Sarah for more than two years, and I am grateful to be able to trust my dog with such a wonderful and capable person!
About Sarah B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for your pet, I prioritize their safety and well-being. I always walk dogs on a leash with their collar/harness. If you have a backyard, I will supervise your dog while they are outside. Please note that I do not take dogs to dog parks and I do not offer pack walks.
Information Sarah B. would like to know about your pet
Before sitting a pet, I would like to know any special behaviors, prohibited toys/activities, and what they like to do after a walk. I have no breed preferences - I have experience sitting dogs of all sizes from a Chihuahua to a Great Dane!
A typical day
I love going for a walk in the neighborhood, on Rock Creek Trail, and through Montrose Park. I enjoy practicing commands with a dog during our time together.
Services
Sarah can watch in your home
Availability
I am located in Georgetown's beautiful East Village near Rose Park. My service area includes most of Georgetown and Dupont. I will consider other neighborhoods based on the availability of free parking. I offer visits and walks after roughly 5:30 pm on weekdays and anytime on weekends. I have a hybrid work schedule and I WFH on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays. During a house sitting, on my remote days I am able to work from your home and be with your pet all day! On my in office days (Tuesdays and Wednesdays), I will be with your pet overnight from dinner to breakfast. On weekends, I do not offer constant care; at minimum I offer to stay overnight from dinner to breakfast and to visit midday if necessary. Please note that I do not offer morning or early afternoon drop-in visits or walks on weekdays. If you are requesting a visit or walk before roughly 5:30 pm on a weekday, unfortunately I will have to decline the request. A little about me: I moved to DC in 2020. I grew up in southwestern Virginia and graduated from the University of Virginia (go Hoos!). Some of my hobbies are baking, reading, wandering around DC, and spending time with clients' pets. I am fully vaccinated and boosted. I work at an educational research and technology company based in DC.
About Sarah B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
When caring for your pet, I prioritize their safety and well-being. I always walk dogs on a leash with their collar/harness. If you have a backyard, I will supervise your dog while they are outside. Please note that I do not take dogs to dog parks and I do not offer pack walks.
Information Sarah B. would like to know about your pet
Before sitting a pet, I would like to know any special behaviors, prohibited toys/activities, and what they like to do after a walk. I have no breed preferences - I have experience sitting dogs of all sizes from a Chihuahua to a Great Dane!
A typical day
I love going for a walk in the neighborhood, on Rock Creek Trail, and through Montrose Park. I enjoy practicing commands with a dog during our time together.
Location
Washington, DC
Sarah B.
Dupont Circle, DC