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Sonja W.

Winchester, VA

5 out of 5.0 stars
10 reviews
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A Home Away From Home

Pet care experience

1.7 Acre Property with Main House, Garden Sheed, Greenhouse and small koi pond. All 3 board fencing and secure non climb fencing. Small area close to house fenced for easy access on main level for easy outs. No stairs to climb. Easy access to I-81 I-66, Rt. 522 & 340, Rt. 50. Country living close to Winchester. Country living in a secure fenced 1 acre area. Approximately,12 miles northwest of Winchester. My mornings are consumed with activities surrounding my pets. We walk, run, train. They get special snuggle time, grooming and socialization with family, friends and canine friends. They love to help me garden, explore their land, chase butterflies and fireflies. This is a special bucolic setting in the country that your special pet will love. Please ask for pricing for special needs, elderly care and rehabilitation. Experienced with critical care and non-ambulatory pets having spent years rescuing and rehabilitating special needs pets and training as a vet. tech at a local Animal Hospital. Small dogs only - 25 lbs and under..

Reviews

Melissa S.
Dog Boarding • Aug 13, 2025
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Sonja was amazing! She's super friendly, easy to communicate with, and responded quickly to messages. She welcomed my dog, Toby, into her home and treated him as one of her own. She sent us pictures and updates each day. Toby is very active and Sonja made sure he got plenty of exercise hiking and playing. I highly recommend her. Thank you, Sonja!

Danielle K.
Dog Boarding • Dec 03, 2019
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Delightful person to leave our dog with, and we definitely hope to board him with her again in the future. We enjoyed the pictures and updates, and it seems like he had a great time. She even give him a bath when he got dirty!

Jordan S.
Dog Boarding • Aug 06, 2018
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We had last minute plans come up and we weren't able to bring Stella along with us. Sonja saved the day and was able to take care of Stella even with the short notice. Stella really enjoyed the stay with Sonja. We highly recommend Sonja and will certainly book her again!

Jayme D.
Jul 20, 2018

I cannot say enough great things about Sonja and her beautiful, fully fenced in home in Flint Hill VA. The care your pup will receive is top notch! Not only does she love them like her own, she also has many years experience and knowledge caring for dogs of all ages. There is truly nothing better then piece of mind when you're on vacation, then knowing your pets are receiving the best care possible on their "vacation". I highly recommend Sonja.

About Sonja W.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard which includes a small separately fenced area on the main level to give them a secure out time several times a day with no stairs. I have four small friendly dogs that are used to being around other dogs as they compete in various performance sports.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sonja W. would like to know about your pet

Their personality, routine and up-to-date vaccine and medical records and emergency contact info. All will need to be on flea and tick preventative prior to coming into my home. I am able to accommodate dogs no more than 25 lbs. and a max of 3 at a time.

A typical day

We can take walks through the garden and property. I am able to teach basic obedience, and Agility for additional pricing. I am an AKC Fit Dog AKC Star Puppy and CGC Evaluator, so I am able to engage them in fun activities. We love to hike locally, so if that is something that a Pet Parent would like I can give you pricing on this extra service.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$45per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$15per walk
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Sonja can host

Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time

Sonja can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

I am retired and involved in Performance Sports with my dogs. My time is spent working with my four dogs and am used to watching other small dogs as my schedule is very flexible.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 5 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Sonja W.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates

Skills

50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard which includes a small separately fenced area on the main level to give them a secure out time several times a day with no stairs. I have four small friendly dogs that are used to being around other dogs as they compete in various performance sports.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Sonja W. would like to know about your pet

Their personality, routine and up-to-date vaccine and medical records and emergency contact info. All will need to be on flea and tick preventative prior to coming into my home. I am able to accommodate dogs no more than 25 lbs. and a max of 3 at a time.

A typical day

We can take walks through the garden and property. I am able to teach basic obedience, and Agility for additional pricing. I am an AKC Fit Dog AKC Star Puppy and CGC Evaluator, so I am able to engage them in fun activities. We love to hike locally, so if that is something that a Pet Parent would like I can give you pricing on this extra service.

Location

Winchester, VA

Sonja W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Sonja W.

Winchester, VA

5 out of 5.0 stars
10 reviews