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Susanne J.

Leonardtown, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Services

Susanne can host

0 to 15 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Susanne can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I'm available for drop-in visits while you're away, or I can be your daily walker while you're at work. This is my job, so I have pretty open availability, and can visit between 8am and 9pm.

Available
Not available
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Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Susanne J.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 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 take extra precautions during walks if needed, including using special, escape-proof reflective harnesses and collars, and double leashing with reflective leashes. For added peace of mind, I carry separate pet care insurance in addition to the Rover Guarantee. I am also current on my pet CPR and first aid certification. Communication is important - I understand that some folks may be anxious when leaving their pets and want more communication, while some folks prefer fewer messages. Either way, you can expect plenty of pictures so that you rest assured that your pet is happy and healthy in my care.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Susanne J. would like to know about your pet

I require a meet and greet to ensure that we're all a good fit and completely comfortable with each other. I ask a lot of questions to ensure we're a good fit, and ask that owners please let me know of any quarks or behavioral or health issues, so that I can prepare for how best to care for your pet.

A typical day

I understand that your pets are family members (mine are too!) and that each one has a unique personality. I believe in meeting pets where they are. I'm happy to fetch and tug, and enjoy taking walks around the neighborhood (weather depending). If your pet is happier snuggling in the house, that's what we'll do.

Location

Leonardtown, MD

Susanne J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

All animal lover 💙🐾

Pet care experience

Hi and thanks for clicking on my profile! I know how hard it is trusting someone to take care of your furry family members, and I want you to be completely at ease knowing they're in great hands with me while you're away. I am an animal lover and have grown up with a menagerie of pets my entire life! I have vast experience in caring for cats and dogs of all sizes and many breeds, and have been caring for animals professionally in several different forms, for over 5 years. I also have experience caring for scaly and pocket pets, and I am confident in handling them and providing them with appropriate care.

Cat care experience

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Cat lover 😻

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

Reviews

Marsha C.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 16, 2025
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Good first experience using Rover and Susanne. We met prior to the drop in to ensure a good fit. She asked questions and if we had any. Showed in the drop in window, played with the dogs and wrote a thorough check in with pictures. We appreciate Susanne being able to drop in & how quickly our pets took to her.

Melissa B.
Dog Walking • Mar 07, 2024
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Susanne was awesome. She was prompt and loved my dog like her own.

Amanda S.
Dog Walking • Oct 07, 2023
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Susanne is so amazing and patient with our fur babies! We are very grateful to have such a loving person care for our babies when we can’t!

Cecilia M.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 03, 2023
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We felt totally confident when we first met Suzanne, that our boy Tux would be in great hands while we were away. Thank you Suzanne for making us feel at ease and sending us the video. C. Murphy.

About Susanne J.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 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 take extra precautions during walks if needed, including using special, escape-proof reflective harnesses and collars, and double leashing with reflective leashes. For added peace of mind, I carry separate pet care insurance in addition to the Rover Guarantee. I am also current on my pet CPR and first aid certification. Communication is important - I understand that some folks may be anxious when leaving their pets and want more communication, while some folks prefer fewer messages. Either way, you can expect plenty of pictures so that you rest assured that your pet is happy and healthy in my care.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Susanne J. would like to know about your pet

I require a meet and greet to ensure that we're all a good fit and completely comfortable with each other. I ask a lot of questions to ensure we're a good fit, and ask that owners please let me know of any quarks or behavioral or health issues, so that I can prepare for how best to care for your pet.

A typical day

I understand that your pets are family members (mine are too!) and that each one has a unique personality. I believe in meeting pets where they are. I'm happy to fetch and tug, and enjoy taking walks around the neighborhood (weather depending). If your pet is happier snuggling in the house, that's what we'll do.

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Susanne J.

Leonardtown, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews