Valerie K.
Orange Park, FL




All Breeds & Needs Welcome 🐾
Pet care experience
Bonded & Insured | Navy Vet 🫡 | Pet CPR Certified ⛑️ | Loving & Reliable Care 🐾 Hi, I’m Val! After serving in the U.S. Navy, I’m now following my passions helping people and caring for animals. I have experience with dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities, including pets with medical needs like Epilepsy and CHF. Certified in Cat & Dog CPR/First Aid and fully insured, I’ll treat your furbabies like family with love, patience, and plenty of snuggles. 💕
Cat care experience

Valerie also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Valerie watched my golden retriever for an extended period of time over last summer. He had an absolute blast! She greatly cares for her own pets and treats others pets with the same regard. She is the best!
Valerie K is a Navy veteran who LOVES animals. She has volunteered at many rescue facilities, often fostering/adopting dogs and cats. The care she takes with animals is amazing. Valerie watched our golden retriever Tate for 5 days in her home. Tate loved running in the fenced in yard and playing with her dogs. I will definitely be using her again!
Valerie is a very devoted pet sitter who loves all animals from large dog breeds to spiders. She is a great communicator and always goes the extra mile to make my pets happy and keep them healthy. Valerie has looked after my two cats on multiple occasions and I can rest easy knowing my girls are in good hands. Would highly recommend to anyone who loves their pets like family!
Valerie has watched my dog Goose since he was a puppy. Goose is my husband and I’s whole world, so leaving him with someone that we trust and know will be good with him is imperative. We don’t worry at all when we are away because we know Goose is in the best hands. Valerie is a huge animal lover who has spent time volunteering and adopting many dogs through the years. She is completely selfless and only wants to help and give all the animals a good life. I would highly recommend to everyone to utilize Val. My husband and I will never use anyone else.
About Valerie K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
🐾 Drop-In Visits When I visit your home, I’ll follow your instructions to the letter, making sure your pets have fresh food, water, medication (if needed), and plenty of love. Each visit includes potty breaks and playtime indoors or outdoors, depending on your preference. 🦮 Dog Walks Safety is my top priority! I prefer using a slip lead to make sure your pup stays secure, but I’m happy to use your leash and collar with my slip lead as backup. I won’t walk dogs during midday hours if temps exceed 85°F or the pavement is too hot. Your pet’s safety always comes first. On hot days, we can discuss fun alternative activities indoors. 🦴 Dog Boarding Your pup will feel right at home here with couch cuddles and even bedtime snuggles are welcome! I have two friendly dogs and four cats, so boarding works best for pets who are non-reactive with others. If any unforeseen issues arise, I have plenty of space for safe separation, plus crate options if needed. Solo yard time and one-on-one walks are always an option. 🧶 Cat Boarding Cats enjoy their own private upstairs “cat suite,” complete with a litter box, water fountain, comfy couch, TV with 24/7 cat enrichment, and a sunny window lounger. Your feline friend will have a calm, peaceful stay. No interaction with my dogs or other cats is required. 🏡 House Sitting I’ll keep your pets comfortable in their own home with overnight stays from 7 PM–7 AM, plus two daytime visits (around 11 AM & 3 PM). Each visit includes feeding, potty breaks, and any special requests like walks, mail pickup, or plant care. If an overnight isn’t possible, we can arrange long morning and evening visits (3 hours each) at a 10% discounted rate - best for pets who are more independent at night. 🎾 Doggy Daycare Let your pup spend the day playing with my friendly dogs, Murph and Ivey, in my fenced yard! Daycare is a 9-hour day, with start/end times customized for you. Each extra hour is just $5. Please note: because my cats will be present, I cannot accept cat-reactive dogs.
Home
Information Valerie K. would like to know about your pet
‼️ Important Info Before Booking I require an initial meet & greet before finalizing any booking. This helps ensure your pet is comfortable with me and my pets. For any pet coming to my home, they must be up-to-date on vaccinations and on monthly flea & tick prevention. Please share any behaviors, quirks, or preferences I should know about in advance along with any dietary restrictions or health conditions so I can give your pet the best and safest care possible. 🐾
A typical day
Whether I’m caring for your cat or dog, I’ll make sure they have fresh water, a potty break, and plenty of attention during each visit. That could mean burning off energy with playtime or simply enjoying some cuddles, pets, and a treat. Whatever makes them happiest. Before I leave, I’ll ensure your pets are safe (either comfortably crated or left out as you prefer) and your home is secure with doors locked. If your pet is staying with me, get ready for them to come home happy and tired! My friendly dogs love making new friends, and we have a spacious fenced yard perfect for running, wrestling, and playing with toys all day long. 😊
Services
Valerie can host
Valerie can watch in your home
Availability
I’m available Monday–Friday and weekends! Please check my Rover calendar for the most up-to-date availability, and feel free to send a message if you have specific dates in mind. 🐾
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About Valerie K.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
🐾 Drop-In Visits When I visit your home, I’ll follow your instructions to the letter, making sure your pets have fresh food, water, medication (if needed), and plenty of love. Each visit includes potty breaks and playtime indoors or outdoors, depending on your preference. 🦮 Dog Walks Safety is my top priority! I prefer using a slip lead to make sure your pup stays secure, but I’m happy to use your leash and collar with my slip lead as backup. I won’t walk dogs during midday hours if temps exceed 85°F or the pavement is too hot. Your pet’s safety always comes first. On hot days, we can discuss fun alternative activities indoors. 🦴 Dog Boarding Your pup will feel right at home here with couch cuddles and even bedtime snuggles are welcome! I have two friendly dogs and four cats, so boarding works best for pets who are non-reactive with others. If any unforeseen issues arise, I have plenty of space for safe separation, plus crate options if needed. Solo yard time and one-on-one walks are always an option. 🧶 Cat Boarding Cats enjoy their own private upstairs “cat suite,” complete with a litter box, water fountain, comfy couch, TV with 24/7 cat enrichment, and a sunny window lounger. Your feline friend will have a calm, peaceful stay. No interaction with my dogs or other cats is required. 🏡 House Sitting I’ll keep your pets comfortable in their own home with overnight stays from 7 PM–7 AM, plus two daytime visits (around 11 AM & 3 PM). Each visit includes feeding, potty breaks, and any special requests like walks, mail pickup, or plant care. If an overnight isn’t possible, we can arrange long morning and evening visits (3 hours each) at a 10% discounted rate - best for pets who are more independent at night. 🎾 Doggy Daycare Let your pup spend the day playing with my friendly dogs, Murph and Ivey, in my fenced yard! Daycare is a 9-hour day, with start/end times customized for you. Each extra hour is just $5. Please note: because my cats will be present, I cannot accept cat-reactive dogs.
Home
Information Valerie K. would like to know about your pet
‼️ Important Info Before Booking I require an initial meet & greet before finalizing any booking. This helps ensure your pet is comfortable with me and my pets. For any pet coming to my home, they must be up-to-date on vaccinations and on monthly flea & tick prevention. Please share any behaviors, quirks, or preferences I should know about in advance along with any dietary restrictions or health conditions so I can give your pet the best and safest care possible. 🐾
A typical day
Whether I’m caring for your cat or dog, I’ll make sure they have fresh water, a potty break, and plenty of attention during each visit. That could mean burning off energy with playtime or simply enjoying some cuddles, pets, and a treat. Whatever makes them happiest. Before I leave, I’ll ensure your pets are safe (either comfortably crated or left out as you prefer) and your home is secure with doors locked. If your pet is staying with me, get ready for them to come home happy and tired! My friendly dogs love making new friends, and we have a spacious fenced yard perfect for running, wrestling, and playing with toys all day long. 😊
Location
Orange Park, FL
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Valerie K.
Orange Park, FL