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Sydney S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Sydney S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $45 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Reliable with veterinary experience

Hello! My name is Sydney. I gained a variety of pet care experience while living on a farm in Kansas, working at a veterinary hospital for four years and dog sitting for years prior. I have a sweet, docile older pup of my own who lays around and gets along with everyone. Especially my two cats! She just loves making friends. However, depending on client’s preferences I also have the space in my home to comfortably separate their pets from any combination of mine depending on your/your pet’s comfort level. My home allows for walking opportunities at the Monte Sano Land Trust as well as Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve, and a fenced in dog yard to play in. My goal is to provide the most knowledgeable and experienced service possible for dog owners like myself who want to take great care of their pets!

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
50% bookings with photo updates
6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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10 ratings
Ana Maria C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 10, 2026

Sydney did a great job caring for Cooper. He is an anxious old man and she made sure he had enough space to be by himself if he wanted to. I loved the pictures and updates throughout his stay with her. She is so friendly and would definitely book with her again !

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Andrew M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 15, 2026

Sydney took great care of Clark for us. She provided updates and communicated, he came home a tired and happy boy.

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David&Susan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 08, 2026

Sidney takes such good care of Charlie, it gives us peace of mind. He gets plenty of outdoor time in her big back yard and he enjoys the company of her dog. We will definitely check with her first the next time we have to board Charlie!

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Lawrence C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 05, 2025

Sydney did an amazing job with our anxious pup! She went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable and that all her needs were met. The regular updates with videos and pictures put our minds at ease while we were away. Would definitely recommend!

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David&Susan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 11, 2025

Sidney provided a great experience for Charlie and for us. Her house and fenced-in yard are ideal for dogs. Her dog, Pearl, is very relaxed and is a great companion for dogs of all sorts of temperaments. Charlie got plenty of outdoor playtime and even enjoyed wading in the doggie pool. We especially appreciated the fact that Sidney creates a SAFE environment for counter surfers like our dog. The updates and photos we got gave us the peace of mind to enjoy our vacation. Sidney is a great communicator and listener. I could tell that she completely understood everything I told her about Charlie and his quirks. We will definitely use her again in the future.

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sabrina s.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 03, 2025

Sydney is fantastic! She cared for my rambunctious puppy with poise and calm understanding. She was thoughtful and experienced in handling my youngster. Great experience, peace of mind and definitely recommend her.

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Schedule

I work from home all of the time and have a very flexible schedule. I already keep track of my own pets and have the space to do so with much more.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is of the utmost concern to me for your pets. I will most likely never mix two families’ pets together in my home in a boarding situation as I wouldn’t be able to properly vet the two animals together prior to them being in my home. My dog is a scavenger and she’s done a really great job of forcing me to dog-proof this place so there’s absolutely nothing to possibly get into. Like I mentioned in my bio, I do have the space available to prevent any interaction between a client’s dog and mine if they feel that would be a risk at all, or if I sensed at any point that it would be. They don’t get a kennel, they get a whole spare bedroom and the living room! And just take turns in the yard. I’m willing to go to lengths to ensure clients feel comfortable with the safety of their animal in my home.

Pets

A typical day

My home is very close to Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve. If that isn't your pup's cup of tea, I used to live on Monte Sano and my dog and I have discovered the best hiking trails for a reasonable amount of exercise. If they're high energy, I'll take them on a short run! As I'm trained as a veterinary technician I'm constantly looking out for the safety of your dog in these situations and won't overexercise or dehydrate your pet. My gets hot easily because of her breed and has some joint issues, so I pay close attention to those things. If anything like that is a concern for you please let me know!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Sydney can host up to 1 pet per night
I’ll need to know if pets are potty trained. All my carpets are washable, but it doesn’t hurt to get a heads up! And if they have any dietary restrictions, medical issues, or particular behavioral concerns that would be helpful to know.
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