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Shirley J.

Star Sitter

Magnolia, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Shirley can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Shirley can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

Working from home allows me to be present for your pet for most of the day. Most days I am home 24/7. There may be times that I will run an errand or two, but I will never be away for more than 2 hours. I also have cameras in the house that I use to check on them if I am away, even for a short period of time. Your pets' well being is my priority during their entire stay. With a fenced yard, your dog will be able to enjoy outdoor time as often as they like. My dog, Lukka, loves to play and have fun with other dogs. He’s been around puppies and giant dogs alike. He’s a gentle boy and will let your dog be as playful with him as they like. Our main living areas are carpet free, so if there are any accidents, it’s very easy to clean up! As previously mentioned, your pets are welcome to be as free as they like in our home. We have dog beds in just about every room in our home, but you are welcome to bring your own as well. Please let me know your pets daily routine, dietary preferences, any medical conditions or medications, their temperament around other animals, and any specific training commands they respond to.

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About Shirley J.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will be treated as our very own. Unless you have specific rules, they will be allowed on our furniture and beds. We will, however, stick to your pets schedule and rules as requested.

Home

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

Information Shirley J. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special commands or routines (I know mine is very routine so he gets antsy if we’re even one minute late for his routine!) If there are any specific routines they are accustomed to, I will adhere to that completely.

A typical day

On a typical day we do our morning feeding and potty break with a short playtime before I begin my work day. My office is in the front room so I am able to let the dogs out in the backyard several times daily. I usually go on a short 1 1/2 mile daily walk with the dogs at lunch and in the evening. Dinner is usually around 5:30, but feeding schedule is totally up to you. Then bedtime is anytime between 9 and 11. Of course there will be plenty of breaks during the day for play time!

Location

Magnolia, TX

Shirley J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Shirley J. 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.

Stay at Home Dog Mom!

Pet care experience

I have always had a special place in my heart for dogs! I was a pet sitter for 10+ years, but recently took a short break after moving to a different part of the great state of Texas! I’ve also been a foster and greatly enjoyed and will hopefully get back into that soon as well. Now that we are settled, we are ready to welcome your sweet pet into our home and will love and care for them as if they were our very own! We are a no cat household, so sorry!! I have experience caring for pets of all ages, from puppy to seniors! Our dog pretty much has free rein in the house, however, if you have rules that need to be followed, I will be sure to keep their routine for you! We hope to welcome your sweet pet into our home soon so we can love on them for you while you enjoy your travels, and I will be sure to send you LOTS of pictures!

Reviews

Karen C.
Boarding • Nov 13, 2025
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Shirley did a great job with Otto! He will be back to stay soon!

Kerry R.
Boarding • Oct 07, 2025
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What a blessing finding Shirley and darling Lukka to care for our pups when we are away! Great communication, pics and videos and lots of love and play time for our two beagles. Thank you 🙏

Ellen W.
Boarding • Jul 17, 2025
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It was my first time leaving my pups with a stranger and Shirley made me feel comfortable IMMEDIATELY. She went above and beyond to make sure I felt at ease. She sent pictures and updates every day and loved my babies like her own.

Sedope K.
Boarding • Feb 27, 2025
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I gave Shirley 5 stars for truly caring for our 6 year old husky, Tycho. From the moment we had Tycho and Lukka together for a meet and greet was when we noticed she was the one to care for our dog while we were away. Her home was comfortable and welcoming with a nice yard to let the dogs out to play. She took care of Tycho like she did Lukka. We actually think she spoiled Tycho a little bit with her yummy home made treats and TLC. We even came home with some cookies. I highly recommend Shirley’s services if you need a great dog sitter.

About Shirley J.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will be treated as our very own. Unless you have specific rules, they will be allowed on our furniture and beds. We will, however, stick to your pets schedule and rules as requested.

Home

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

Information Shirley J. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special commands or routines (I know mine is very routine so he gets antsy if we’re even one minute late for his routine!) If there are any specific routines they are accustomed to, I will adhere to that completely.

A typical day

On a typical day we do our morning feeding and potty break with a short playtime before I begin my work day. My office is in the front room so I am able to let the dogs out in the backyard several times daily. I usually go on a short 1 1/2 mile daily walk with the dogs at lunch and in the evening. Dinner is usually around 5:30, but feeding schedule is totally up to you. Then bedtime is anytime between 9 and 11. Of course there will be plenty of breaks during the day for play time!

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Shirley J.

Star Sitter

Magnolia, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews