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Susan G.

Blackwood, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
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Services

Susan 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
Takes only 1 client at a time

Susan can care for

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

Availability

I'm on school hours, so I wake up early for a morning potty break for my dog, then he eats his breakfast while I get myself put together, then a quick leashed walk. He's alone for about seven hours. We have a potty break, playtime, dinner, an evening leashed walk, and usually another potty break in the yard around 10pm. During the summer break things change a little, my dog is alone a maximum of five hours, I'm not on quite as early a schedule.

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About Susan G.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

My yard is fenced! Small dogs can potentially wiggle under my gate, so yard breaks are supervised. I have a patio and many toys as well as plenty of grass to roll around in.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Susan G. would like to know about your pet

I have a checklist of things to ask about. Allergies, potential medical issues (heart trouble, history of seizures etc) and specifics relating to your dog's breed (such as bulldogs and respiratory issues, need to clean face folds and so on.) I'll ask about your particular dog's quirks. Do they need to potty in a particular place each time? Are they aggressive with other dogs? Do they resource guard, are they toy-aggressive? Do they like to be brushed? Any history of handling issues? I like to be well-informed.

A typical day

I love leashed walks twice a day, rain or shine. I also keep a variety of enrichment toys and puzzle feeders. Your dogs will never be bored!

Location

Blackwood, NJ

Susan G.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Teaching old dogs new tricks!

Pet care experience

I started using Rover way back in 2013, doing housesitting and dog walks! Took a break for a long time, but I'm on the school schedule so my summer is open! In 2026 I have my own home with a fenced yard, a small dog who loves visitors, and some dog-friendly cats. Your dog will love it here!

Cat care experience

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Happy and healthy cats!

Susan also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Jessica R.
Drop-In Visits • sie 06, 2018
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Our fur rake must've caught her eye, in its random drop-spot near the fridge countertop. She definitely combed up our fluffiest, which can always come up more, and neither LiLu nor Franklin had potty issues, which can happen when we don't report for their routine. Glad we found her here, and glad to add a visit in the late afternoon. It keeps them calmer!

Rebecca W.
House Sitting • cze 10, 2018
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Was very nervous leaving the pups but she made it very easy! They loved her! She was attentive to their needs and my concerns! Will definitely re-book!

Anna P.
Drop-In Visits • sty 04, 2017
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I chose Susan to watch our dogs while we were gone one night because she had great reviews. I'm happy to say she lived up to the previous reviews and took great care of our pups! I really liked her detailed updates and pictures she sent me whenever she dropped in. Would definitely recommend!

Brandy R.
House Sitting • wrz 04, 2014
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Amazing as always!

About Susan G.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Dog skills

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

Cat skills

Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

My yard is fenced! Small dogs can potentially wiggle under my gate, so yard breaks are supervised. I have a patio and many toys as well as plenty of grass to roll around in.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Susan G. would like to know about your pet

I have a checklist of things to ask about. Allergies, potential medical issues (heart trouble, history of seizures etc) and specifics relating to your dog's breed (such as bulldogs and respiratory issues, need to clean face folds and so on.) I'll ask about your particular dog's quirks. Do they need to potty in a particular place each time? Are they aggressive with other dogs? Do they resource guard, are they toy-aggressive? Do they like to be brushed? Any history of handling issues? I like to be well-informed.

A typical day

I love leashed walks twice a day, rain or shine. I also keep a variety of enrichment toys and puzzle feeders. Your dogs will never be bored!

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Susan G.

Blackwood, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews