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Sonia K.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
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Will make your pet feel at home :)

Pet care experience

Hi! My name is Sonia and I love animals. I have been pet sitting for the past 20 years and I cannot live without pets -- it's really hard for me to not adopt all the dogs I see so sometimes I do volunteer/foster for Lost Dog. I go on runs every other day about 2-3 miles with Knox. I live in a dog friendly neighborhood with my French Brittany Knox. I had a dog Cody (German Shepherd mix) who died of cancer, so I am familiar with giving medication and taking care of elderly pets. I used to own a Pomeranian named Roxy, but she lives with my parents now. Knox is super friendly with dogs and cats and loves everyone, he wants to be around the attention all day. I have occasional errands and meet-ups with friends, but otherwise, I or my husband are at home. I also have experience with cats since I owned two for their entire lives! For clients who are looking for someone to stay in their home, I am more than happy to accommodate my services in your own home but I just want to let you know that I am working for about 6-7 hours a day, so I will not be at your home all day. I’ve tried this option in the past and have actually found that dogs are much less anxious staying in a place they are familiar with :) I always question if the dog has any separation anxiety. I've dealt with plenty of dogs that experience separation anxiety and I have learned many tricks on how to help ease them into the stay and to feel more comfortable. But having the heads up helps that much more! I don't really have any breed preferences, just that they are friendly! Knox would stay at home with my husband unless it is okay to bring him over now and then or you'd prefer if they were to stay with us in your home. It's all up to you and your preference for your pup :)

Reviews

Cledwyn J.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 06, 2022
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Great as always! Sonia was engaged and communicative, and our beasts seemed at ease when we returned.

Ashley O.
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2022
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Sonia took great care of our dog as well as the last minute additional pet, a bearded dragon! Will definitely book again!’

Bryce M.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 26, 2021
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Sonia was great with our cat and her drop in visits were exactly what we were looking for.

Laura S.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 03, 2021
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Sonia was absolutely wonderful. Great communication from the start, reliable, and my cats adored her (even the shy one)! Highly recommend Sonia and will definitely contact her for pet care during our next trip.

About Sonia K.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

In my home or yours, I will be following all instructions given by the owner and giving all the attention I can to your pet. I will be working M-F, but my hours are very flexible. Otherwise, I will be around your pet at all times unless I have errands to run.

Home

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

Information Sonia K. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences, but I would just like to know everything you do about your pet. I want to make sure they feel at home while you are away.

A typical day

I have a lot of walking paths close by and a huge dog friendly neighborhood. I can take them on car rides and to the dog park. I will for sure hang out with them and play with them!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$90per night
House Sitting
in your home
$100per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk

Sonia can host

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

Sonia can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am working remotely during the day, but I am constantly checking up on the fur babies and taking breaks to play and love on them. My job is very flexible.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Sonia K.

Communication

21 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

In my home or yours, I will be following all instructions given by the owner and giving all the attention I can to your pet. I will be working M-F, but my hours are very flexible. Otherwise, I will be around your pet at all times unless I have errands to run.

Home

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

Information Sonia K. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences, but I would just like to know everything you do about your pet. I want to make sure they feel at home while you are away.

A typical day

I have a lot of walking paths close by and a huge dog friendly neighborhood. I can take them on car rides and to the dog park. I will for sure hang out with them and play with them!

Location

Fairfax, VA

Sonia K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Sonia K.

Fairfax, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews