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Sonja & Phil K.

Star Sitter

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 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.

Sonja & Phil can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Sonja & Phil can care for

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

Availability

Here at Bark n Kuddles we are a husband and Wife team so our dogs are very rarely alone. I teach high school so during the school day my husband takes the pups on walks, and outings and provides play time and snuggle time. When I am home we share the responsibilities and our kids are trained so they love on your babies too but they know boundaries and are very good at being mini pack leaders. The only time your pet would be alone is if we had to go somewhere as a family where dogs could not come but we have two pups of our own to keep them company but again that is rare that someone is not home.

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About Sonja & Phil K.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We only take one or two clients at a time as we have a small home but we take the dogs out on walks (Distance depends on the dogs need but could be 2 to 3 miles easily) and I have access to a big fenced in yard that my family owns should dogs need off leash time and play time (under our watch at all times of course). We do crate dogs when home alone for their safety and to protect the house but they get yummy kongs with frozen treats and other treats as long as owner is ok with it. We love on them how the pups want to be loved on. If they want to lay next to us we let them. If they prefer to just chill off to the side that's all good too. We also follow all owners instructions whether in our home or yours and give your baby the attention they need to keep them happy and safe while you are gone.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Sonja & Phil K. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any special instructions or special needs that your pet has prior to services so that we can be prepared and ready to take care of your baby and meet their needs. I also need to know if they are kid friendly or not as that will also determine how I have them set up in my house and what precautions need to be taken for everyone's safety

A typical day

I love to go on adventures with dogs and taking them on long walks or hikes to get their energy out. My kids are dog savvy and will make sure they are socialized and loved on. I give yummy frozen kongs to keep them mentally stimulated if I need to go out. We give lots of belly rubs and pets.

Location

Fredericksburg, VA

Sonja & Phil K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Sonja & Phil K. have 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.

We love all pets like our own

Pet care experience

We provide care in our home and treat your babies like our own. We walk them multiple times a day, love on them, take them on field trips when possible, we spoil them rotten. We can help with crate training, potty training, house Manners etc. We have experience with Senior dogs ( most recent passed this December 2024 at 15 years old). I have had diabetic pets so am willing to administer meds as required. I have volunteered with a local rescue for 4 years now and have fostered for that long as well and have experience dealing with many difficult behaviors like resource guarding, counter surfing and more.

Cat care experience

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Sonja & Phil also care for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

August A.
Drop-In Visits • lug 13, 2026
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Great service!! Gave lots of attention and care to the animals and were very thorough in cleaning and feeding.

Natasha P.
Boarding • lug 09, 2026
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My pups loved their stay and hope to go again in the future

Mark C.
Drop-In Visits • lug 06, 2026
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Sonja & Phil we're amazing at doing drop-ins to feed and check in on our two dogs and even went above and beyond to take care of our chickens as well especially on short notice as we were about to leave on Fourth of July vacation and learned our neighbors would not be available to help. Great communication. Would book again and recommend.

James B.
Boarding • giu 24, 2026
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Outstanding care and informative daily.

About Sonja & Phil K.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We only take one or two clients at a time as we have a small home but we take the dogs out on walks (Distance depends on the dogs need but could be 2 to 3 miles easily) and I have access to a big fenced in yard that my family owns should dogs need off leash time and play time (under our watch at all times of course). We do crate dogs when home alone for their safety and to protect the house but they get yummy kongs with frozen treats and other treats as long as owner is ok with it. We love on them how the pups want to be loved on. If they want to lay next to us we let them. If they prefer to just chill off to the side that's all good too. We also follow all owners instructions whether in our home or yours and give your baby the attention they need to keep them happy and safe while you are gone.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Sonja & Phil K. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any special instructions or special needs that your pet has prior to services so that we can be prepared and ready to take care of your baby and meet their needs. I also need to know if they are kid friendly or not as that will also determine how I have them set up in my house and what precautions need to be taken for everyone's safety

A typical day

I love to go on adventures with dogs and taking them on long walks or hikes to get their energy out. My kids are dog savvy and will make sure they are socialized and loved on. I give yummy frozen kongs to keep them mentally stimulated if I need to go out. We give lots of belly rubs and pets.

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Sonja & Phil K.

Star Sitter

Fredericksburg, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews