Stephanie B.
Bristow, VA
Services
These prices are for 1 dog.Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Stephanie can host
Stephanie can care for
Availability
I’m taking a break from my child care career and would love to start working with animals again. Currently I’m a ‘stay-at-home-mom’ taking care of my own child and fur baby. Your pups will rarely be alone. Therefore very flexible, as far as scheduling is concerned, and eager to care for your furry family members.
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About Stephanie B.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
First off, no dog is too big or too small! I currently offer drop-ins, dog walking, doggy daycare and boarding. I am experienced with administering oral medication or providing care/medical assistance to your pet, if needed. I’m happy to play, feed, bathe, train, walks and just love on your fur baby. I treat all animals as if they are my children and give them all of the love and attention possible. We live in a single family home with a fenced in yard. Your fur baby can be part of our family or completely separate in their own environment if they don’t feel comfortable around other dogs and/or children. We have an in-law suite with a complete separate entrance to the fenced in yard. I’ll treat your dog as if he/she was my own! They’re allowed on the two couches as well if the owner allows it, I don’t want to start a habit. We just want your pup to feel at home.
Home
Information Stephanie B. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behavior that I can account for (marking, potty trained, female in heat, food allergies etc.). I can only accept dogs with non aggressive temperament. Up-to-date vaccines is a must. I’d like to see the vaccination records during the meet and greet if possible. I personally just like to be as prepared as possible so everyone will be safe and happy.
A typical day
I love taking them out on walks through your/our neighborhood and/or nearby nature trails. I’ll play fetch, teach new games like sniffing games for mental stimulation and other enrichments games (for example Frozen Kongs or Lick Mats). We have a fenced in yard where they can let their energy out as well. I’m aware of resource guarding between dogs therefore I’d only provide toys in a safe setting and feeding in separate areas.
Location
Bristow, VA
Pets
Stephanie B. 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.
Dedicated Stay-at-Home Dog Lover ❤️
Pet care experience
I’ve always had a passion for dogs and cats and learned to be responsible with them from a young age. I grew up with a Bernese Mountain dog, a Cavalier King Charles and a cat. After moving from Germany, in my teenage years, I have been petsitting various breeds in addition to my (then) full-time position as a nanny for infants. My husband and I currently have a 3 year-old yellow Lab named Kodi. My passion for dogs grew even stronger with him. We started basic training with him at the age of 9 weeks old and he’s become such a joy to work with. I have also participated in multiple obedience classes and have gained basic training knowledge that I’m happy to share if interested. I’m experienced in caring for senior dogs/cats and disabled pets. My dog Kodi unfortunately had to get bilateral TPLO surgeries (torn CCL) on his legs at a year old. The recovery was brutal and took over 6 months for each leg but now, 2 years later you couldn’t even tell he had this major surgery done. Therefore I’m very much experienced in caring for dogs with special needs.
Reviews
We had such a great experience with Stephanie! She took wonderful care of our dogs while we were away on vacation, and she kept us updated throughout our trip with pictures and messages. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing they were happy and well taken care of. I would definitely recommend her and would happily book with her again! ❤️
Our Lab had the time of his life with Stephanie. She sent videos and photographs throughout his stay and I’ve never seen him so happy. Stephanie is a very meticulous and caring person and I fully trusted her with our dog. Her house is very nice and she has a large grassy fencing ed yard.
Stephanie is an absolute lifesaver and a truly wonderful person! She cared for our dog, Rex, with so much genuine love and dedication. Every single day, she provided immense peace of mind by sending over 10 photos twice a day and constantly staying in touch in real-time. We always knew exactly how Rex was doing and could see just how happy and comfortable he was in her care. What our family is most grateful for, however, is her incredible flexibility and kindness. Due to a sudden and unexpected schedule change, we had to extend Rex's stay by two whole weeks. Stephanie accommodated this massive change so graciously and willingly, taking a huge weight off our shoulders during a stressful time. If you need a reliable, highly communicative, and incredibly loving sitter, look no further. We cannot recommend Stephanie highly enough and will absolutely be reaching out to her again! Thank you so much, Stephanie!
I had to book at the last minute over a holiday weekend, and she was fantastic! She took great care of my dog and sent plenty of updates and pictures throughout the stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. She was especially attentive knowing my dog is afraid of fireworks and kept me well informed on how my dog was doing. I would definitely book with her again and highly recommend her!
About Stephanie B.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
First off, no dog is too big or too small! I currently offer drop-ins, dog walking, doggy daycare and boarding. I am experienced with administering oral medication or providing care/medical assistance to your pet, if needed. I’m happy to play, feed, bathe, train, walks and just love on your fur baby. I treat all animals as if they are my children and give them all of the love and attention possible. We live in a single family home with a fenced in yard. Your fur baby can be part of our family or completely separate in their own environment if they don’t feel comfortable around other dogs and/or children. We have an in-law suite with a complete separate entrance to the fenced in yard. I’ll treat your dog as if he/she was my own! They’re allowed on the two couches as well if the owner allows it, I don’t want to start a habit. We just want your pup to feel at home.
Home
Information Stephanie B. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs or behavior that I can account for (marking, potty trained, female in heat, food allergies etc.). I can only accept dogs with non aggressive temperament. Up-to-date vaccines is a must. I’d like to see the vaccination records during the meet and greet if possible. I personally just like to be as prepared as possible so everyone will be safe and happy.
A typical day
I love taking them out on walks through your/our neighborhood and/or nearby nature trails. I’ll play fetch, teach new games like sniffing games for mental stimulation and other enrichments games (for example Frozen Kongs or Lick Mats). We have a fenced in yard where they can let their energy out as well. I’m aware of resource guarding between dogs therefore I’d only provide toys in a safe setting and feeding in separate areas.
Stephanie B.
Bristow, VA