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Shakita F.

Star Sitter

Ashland, VA

4.9 out of 5 stars
97 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Shakita can host

0 to 15 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Shakita can care for

0 to 15 lbs

Availability

Pet care is apart of my daily routine. I work from home and we start our day around 8 am. We have at least 4 potty breaks in our personal fenced in area. It's small, but a perfect size for small breed pups! I also provide daily walks based on each owners preference.

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About Shakita F.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have 2 friendly small breed pups. Sage is 9 lbs and Chico weighs 13 lbs. They love to play with new friends. If your pup is a TV watcher I also have a DOGTV subscription! My space is not huge, but I can guarantee your pups will get lots of exercise and love! My pups are apart of my family so they are allowed anywhere we are in the home. I currently care for crate trained and/or partially trained dogs. I only board small breed dogs due my apartment not being huge and I want to ensure your pup has enough space to play and be comfortable . Before accepting boarding requests I do ask that your Rover profile be updated with all necessary information to ensure safety, including updated pictures and updated weight of your pups. My max weight limit is 15 lbs. Feel free to message me if you have any questions. I am conveniently located less than a mile off of Exit 92(Ashland).

Home

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

Information Shakita F. would like to know about your pet

Please feel free to share any preferences, special needs or requests your have for me and or your pup. I will do my best to accommodate you! ***For extended stays ( 6 or more days) I do require 1 overnight stay before finalizing an extended booking to ensure your pup is a good fit and comfortable my little guys and I.***

A typical day

Your pup will enjoy sniffing games, tug of war, free time in a fenced porched area, walks and play time with my pups. I can provide treats, if ok.

Location

Ashland, VA

Shakita F.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Shakita F. 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.

Specializing in Small Breeds 🐶🐾🐶

Pet care experience

***4.9 rating due to a client submitting 4 stars vs 5 by mistake *** My repeat clients keep me busy, but feel free to message me if you don't see dates available. 🐾 Be sure to check out my reviews and pictures of cute pups! Hey! First, I want to thank you for visiting my page! Feel free to call me Nikki! I specialize in pupcare for small breed pups(20 lbs max). Be sure to check out the pics to see some cute pups! I have 2 small breed fur babies and have a deep love for animals. Your pups will be cared for like my own. Your fur babies will be entertained, cuddled and loved during their stay!

Reviews

Geneal H.
Boarding • May 26, 2026
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5 Stars all the way! Diva and Bossman lived their stay with Shakita. Shakita was attentive and snuggled the dogs, giving them the much needed hugs and attention they wanted. We will be coming back to have Shakita take care of them again! The dogs were happy, and Shakita took pictures throughout the weekend, which was so nice knowing that these babies were truly calm and happy! Can’t wait to book again with Shakita!

Jenna B.
Boarding • Mar 29, 2026
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Our dogs had a wonderful time once again! We will definitely use her services again in the future!

Amy K.
Boarding • Oct 04, 2025
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Words can’t express how grateful we were to find Shakita! Our plans changed at the last minute requiring a panicked search for a sitter. Our dog Harley is only 6 pounds, so we were nervous about leaving her with just anyone. Shakita’s reviews were excellent and knowing that she had smaller dogs put us at ease. Her communication was excellent and she often provided pictures and video. It was clear that Harley was having a ball with her new friends. She was on a vacation just as much as we were!

Rasheeda N. C.
Boarding • Sep 30, 2025
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Nikki is so wonderful with Bailey! Really love her and her heart for the dogs in her care.

About Shakita F.

Communication

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have 2 friendly small breed pups. Sage is 9 lbs and Chico weighs 13 lbs. They love to play with new friends. If your pup is a TV watcher I also have a DOGTV subscription! My space is not huge, but I can guarantee your pups will get lots of exercise and love! My pups are apart of my family so they are allowed anywhere we are in the home. I currently care for crate trained and/or partially trained dogs. I only board small breed dogs due my apartment not being huge and I want to ensure your pup has enough space to play and be comfortable . Before accepting boarding requests I do ask that your Rover profile be updated with all necessary information to ensure safety, including updated pictures and updated weight of your pups. My max weight limit is 15 lbs. Feel free to message me if you have any questions. I am conveniently located less than a mile off of Exit 92(Ashland).

Home

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

Information Shakita F. would like to know about your pet

Please feel free to share any preferences, special needs or requests your have for me and or your pup. I will do my best to accommodate you! ***For extended stays ( 6 or more days) I do require 1 overnight stay before finalizing an extended booking to ensure your pup is a good fit and comfortable my little guys and I.***

A typical day

Your pup will enjoy sniffing games, tug of war, free time in a fenced porched area, walks and play time with my pups. I can provide treats, if ok.

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Shakita F.

Star Sitter

Ashland, VA

4.9 out of 5 stars
97 reviews