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Shelley B.

Bedford, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•31 reviews
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The Animal Lovers Dream Job!

Pet care experience

My family and I have had a variety or pets over the past few decades, everything from horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, lizards, snakes, frogs, turtles, gerbils, and even a praying mantis! You name it, and I've either had it or would like one! I have pet sat for many friends over the years, as well as working at our boarding stable in exchange for fees. I currently occasionally help out a friend who owns her own farm when she is out of town. I also cared for my daughter and son-in-law's dogs as they moved to Japan. The dogs stayed with us for several months and I helped her to arrange their travel plans to Japan to be reunited with them. I have always loved animals of all kinds and don't view caring for them as a job, but rather a joy!

Reviews

Kimberley L.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 27, 2022
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Shelly was wonderful! I will definitely ask her to cat sit again in the future!

Bill W.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 25, 2022
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Very happy with Shelley. Have used her for two trips and plan on many more!

Morgan W.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 11, 2022
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Shelley is the best. I always appreciate her communication when she's stopping by, and she takes great care of our senior cat, Darwin. She even checked on our chickens for us while we were away, and she brought in our mail when she visited. It makes me feel a lot more comfortable leaving town knowing she's watching our fur and feather babies. As stated in my original review, I definitely recommend Shelley to anyone looking for quality animal care! :)

Jill H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 29, 2022
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Shelley is great with our 3 cats. After a few visits, even our super shy cat is warming up to her. We appreciate all the cute pictures and updates we get while we’re away.

About Shelley B.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

If I were to care for your pet at your home, of course, I would follow your lead and comply with all of the tasks that you would like to have me fulfill. I love to snuggle and walk and play with all animals! In my own home I currently have three dogs, a cat, a rabbit, and five chickens of my own. My home has an apartment attached, and as a result, I am able to care for other pets that might not want to have that many additional animals around them. The apartment is really just a part of the home with a half door divider. A full door divider can easily be installed if necessary. I would be able to give full attention to any pets in my care. I am able to stay on the apartment side as much as necessary, even to sleep there, if this is where your pet(s) would feel most comfortable. Of course, any animal would be welcome to join in with the rest of the bunch if they would like! There is also a fenced in yard that can be accessed by both sides of the home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Shelley can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Shelley can watch in your home

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

Availability

Currently I teach on-line from home in the early mornings and occasional evenings. I also work on a PRN status with a group home, however, this is generally running errands. As a result, I can manage my time as I need to in doing this. It is easy to work around other obligations.

About Shelley B.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

If I were to care for your pet at your home, of course, I would follow your lead and comply with all of the tasks that you would like to have me fulfill. I love to snuggle and walk and play with all animals! In my own home I currently have three dogs, a cat, a rabbit, and five chickens of my own. My home has an apartment attached, and as a result, I am able to care for other pets that might not want to have that many additional animals around them. The apartment is really just a part of the home with a half door divider. A full door divider can easily be installed if necessary. I would be able to give full attention to any pets in my care. I am able to stay on the apartment side as much as necessary, even to sleep there, if this is where your pet(s) would feel most comfortable. Of course, any animal would be welcome to join in with the rest of the bunch if they would like! There is also a fenced in yard that can be accessed by both sides of the home.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Location

Bedford, VA

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Shelley B.

Bedford, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•31 reviews