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Sylvia W.

Star Sitter

Ellicott City, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
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Services

Sylvia can care for

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

Availability

I am currently working, and on some evenings, I enjoy my time with my friends two Dachshunds after work by walking them by myself in the Kings Contrivance neighborhood. We walk them on weekends together at local parks. The two dachshunds are not always available so I would love to do some clients dog care for hire. And I loved spending a whole day with many dogs at a friends house who has a dog boarding business.

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About Sylvia W.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
88% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Being with the dogs and petting them, letting them out into the yard periodically, breaking up rough behaviors with a water mist spray bottle, adhering to their feeding times and giving them the correct clients food, making sure that they don't eat any other items. Going on dog walks.

Information Sylvia W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or has special behavior, or a favorite activity or toy. I do not accept Pitbull dogs.

A typical day

We will do activities. Play games with their toys. Walk thru the rooms. Go on walks. Petting and scratching the dogs, giving them attention and talking to them.

Location

Ellicott City, MD

Sylvia W.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Sylvia W. 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.

Pets are our life companions

Pet care experience

Growing up on a half farm with rabbits, chickens, sheep and racing pigeons, I now help out my friend with his dogs and enjoy walking with the dogs.

Cat care experience

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Pets are our life companions

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

Reviews

Karin B.
House Sitting • Jul 04, 2026
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Sylvia took very good care of kai while we were away. They took long walks and Kai seemed very happy and comfortable.

Karin B.
Dog Walking • Jun 26, 2026
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Sylvia is very good with our pup. She was gentle and took the time to get to know her and spent some extra time to sit with her during her dog walking. Happy to use Sylvia again!

Christina S.
House Sitting • Mar 31, 2026
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Sylvia stayed at our home with our dog when we left town for a few days. She was wonderful with Orion and took such good care of our home. We are thankful for her!

Christina S.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 03, 2026
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Sylvia was great and took wonderful care of our dog, Orion. She asked lost of questions and made sure she understood everything my about how to best care for him. She was trustworthy and forthcoming about everything that occurred while we were away. I would absolutely recommend her!

About Sylvia W.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
88% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

3 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Being with the dogs and petting them, letting them out into the yard periodically, breaking up rough behaviors with a water mist spray bottle, adhering to their feeding times and giving them the correct clients food, making sure that they don't eat any other items. Going on dog walks.

Information Sylvia W. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or has special behavior, or a favorite activity or toy. I do not accept Pitbull dogs.

A typical day

We will do activities. Play games with their toys. Walk thru the rooms. Go on walks. Petting and scratching the dogs, giving them attention and talking to them.

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Sylvia W.

Star Sitter

Ellicott City, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews