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Shanilka K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients
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Shanilka K.

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

Highlights

Shanilka has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
17 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

From Rescue to Loving Care

Lifelong animal lover with hands on rescue experience through my family's dog orphanage in Sri Lanka. I've also rescued stray dogs in Oman. I have experience caring for playful puppies and senior dogs, and every pet is treated like family with love, patience, and personalized care. Plus, 20% of every booking helps support rescue dogs in need 🐾

Qualifications

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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38 ratings
Kathleen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 31, 2026

Benny loves going to Shanilka’s, and I love knowing that he is getting such great care. We are a repeat customer and will continue booking with Shanilka. We couldn’t be happier.

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Rachel F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 30, 2026

Shanilka and her family took great care of our dog, and we’d happily book with them again!

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Lisa C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 30, 2026

Shanilka was wonderful with Charlie! She kept us updated with plenty of photos and sweet messages, which made us feel comfortable knowing he was happy and well cared for. Charlie especially enjoyed meeting her baby and would go to check on her whenever she cried, it was adorable! Shanilka was attentive, communicative, and clearly treated Charlie like part of her family. We would gladly book with her again and highly recommend her!

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Frank B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 26, 2026

Shanilka was an absolute lifesaver! This was my first time ever leaving Toby with a sitter, and she made the whole process completely stress-free. Right before I dropped him off, Toby got into a chicken bone (of course), but Shanilka wasn't fazed. She was calm and happy to keep an extra eye on him, which was such a relief. She sent plenty of photos and videos while I was away so I always knew how he was doing. It was so clear Toby got tons of love and had a wonderful time. I’ll definitely be booking with Shanilka again. I can't recommend her enough!

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Philip H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 26, 2026

My experience with Shanilka was fantastic — she boarded my young dog for 4+ days when I had to travel on very short notice. First, she was very accommodating and helpful with my difficult schedule. She welcome my puppy (7 months) and nicely handled the usual adjustment period and puppy energy and accidents and nervousness about a new place. Through my trip, she gave me quick updates and comfort that all was well. She deserves an award….

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Lucinda D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 24, 2026

She had a fantastic time with Shanilka and her family!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

With the support of my family, I can give pets daily walks, playtime, meals, and lots of love making sure every furry friend feels happy and cared for.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I provide a safe, clean, and loving environment at my home where pets feel comfortable and cared for. I supervise them at all times, offer plenty of playtime and rest, and follow each pet’s routine closely. Your furry baby will be treated like family, with attention, love, and safety as my top priorities

A typical day

A typical day with me is structured around your dog's comfort, routine, and individual needs. I provide: Regular potty breaks every 3–4 hours throughout the day and one final potty break right before bedtime. Longer walks in the morning and evening to provide exercise and mental stimulation. Plenty of attention, affection, and rest to ensure your pet feels safe, happy, and at home.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Shanilka can host up to 3 pets per night
Let me know if your dog has any special requirements or habits I should be aware of before I accept, so I can keep them happy and comfortable
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.