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Toni D.

Star Sitter

Reading, PA

5.0 out of 5.0 stars
50 reviews
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Services

Toni can watch in your home

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

Availability

I’m currently retired so I’ll have plenty of time to play/walk and work with your dogs, play with your kitties and spend time with your horses.

Available
Not available
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Calendar last updated 10 days ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Toni D.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I do not board your pets as I live in the city in a 3rd floor apartment. I would stay at your home if needed so that your pet can stay in a familiar environment. If you have horses, I could stay at your home as well and take care of them as well as taking care of your barn and stalls.

Information Toni D. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know about their personalities, how much training they've had, whether or not they bite, their eating and bathroom habits. No breed preference. I must ask everyone to please make sure your fur babies are currently on a preventative for fleas as I am very allergic to flea bites. I would greatly appreciate it.

A typical day

Mostly walking them since I live within the city limits of Reading. I would also take them in the car to other fun places/trails/parks to walk, usually with a friend. As for horses, obviously I would not ride or lunge them unless given permission by the owner and after a waiver is signed. If riding, I always keep safety in mind and wear a helmet.

Location

Reading, PA

Toni D.'s Neighborhood

Toni D. 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.

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Pet care experience

Hi, I am a mature, quiet, easy going single woman who loves animals. I am 71 years old, I’ve owned horses for 37 years and I grew up with dogs since childhood and have owned dogs in my adult life as well. I have done pet/house sitting for many years and have had no problems with anyone in my care. I have given shots to a diabetic dog, meds in a dropper to a cat and pills down the throat of many a dog and cat. I have an easy going approach and there isn't too much that ruffles my feathers. Dogs always like to sit on the couch with me to watch TV at night...LOL. I have 37yrs experience with horses and taking care of them and their barns. I’ve also helped my dog groomer friend by bathing, drying and clipping the hair inside their paws. If you have any questions or need additional info, feel free to ask. Why I love pet sitting/walking I was raised with dogs, had them after I got married, then got a corgi after my divorce. While married, I confiscated the family dog because I did not feel he was getting enough attention at my family's home. I did some Flyball and agility with my corgi, Geraldine who passed in 2013 at the age of 15. Walking a dog gets us both out and about and it also tells me a lot about the behavior of the dog, their reactions to people and other dogs as well as strange noises. I love their personalities and their antics and watching them play with other dogs. The same applies to horses. Being around them helps me get to know them and their personalities and eating habits

Reviews

Angela M.
House Sitting • Oct 27, 2025
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We are so grateful that Toni could help us out while we were out of town for the weekend! This was our first official time away from our dog, and we were quite nervous pet-parents. The meet and greet went wonderfully, and Eleanor was happy with her new friend. Toni was able to accommodate our request to both house & dog sit, and did so in a short amount of time (we had to scramble to find someone at the last moment). Enter the Rover app, and we were led to Toni...Proof of many prayers answered! We would definitely love to have Toni help us out again in the future!

Tracey K.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 19, 2025
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Toni is the best. We always have peace of mind when Aunt Toni is taking care of our fur babies. She is caring, understanding and reliable. 5 stars!

Jessica W.
House Sitting • Sep 18, 2025
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Thank for the extra love and care today and always!!

Jessica W.
House Sitting • Sep 01, 2025
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Trips are always easier and more enjoyable knowing Toni is watching our Big Boxer Baby! Always goes above and beyond and keeps us updated with lots of pictures!

About Toni D.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I do not board your pets as I live in the city in a 3rd floor apartment. I would stay at your home if needed so that your pet can stay in a familiar environment. If you have horses, I could stay at your home as well and take care of them as well as taking care of your barn and stalls.

Information Toni D. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know about their personalities, how much training they've had, whether or not they bite, their eating and bathroom habits. No breed preference. I must ask everyone to please make sure your fur babies are currently on a preventative for fleas as I am very allergic to flea bites. I would greatly appreciate it.

A typical day

Mostly walking them since I live within the city limits of Reading. I would also take them in the car to other fun places/trails/parks to walk, usually with a friend. As for horses, obviously I would not ride or lunge them unless given permission by the owner and after a waiver is signed. If riding, I always keep safety in mind and wear a helmet.

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Toni D.

Star Sitter

Reading, PA

5.0 out of 5.0 stars
50 reviews