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Valerie M.

Star Sitter

Hardy, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Valerie can care for

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

Availability

I'm currently an aspiring Graphic Designer who just graduated from JMU. I am back home in the area for a while and looking to gain some clients while I’m there.

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Valerie M.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I am willing to travel to your home to dog sit and give your dog the best care that I can while your gone. By taking your dog to potty, feeding and giving extra love.

Information Valerie M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs; medicine, diet or certain things to make it better on them. Or if they have any other needs

A typical day

I love to stimulate your dogs mentally and physically. I will take them for a walk and make sure that they are taken care of.

Location

Hardy, VA

Valerie M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Valerie M. 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.

Valerie's Dog Sitting

Pet care experience

I am an experienced pet caregiver based near the Smith Mountain Lake area. I have hands-on experience caring for a variety of dogs, including large breeds, and am comfortable administering oral medications, providing bathing and basic grooming care, and handling dogs with different temperaments and needs. My experience comes from both personal and professional care. I have cared for my own dogs, as well as my parents’ and sister’s dogs, giving me regular, real-world experience with daily routines, exercise, feeding schedules, and overall pet wellbeing. Professionally, I have worked at a dog kennel where I was responsible for feeding, bathing, and supervising dogs in group play settings while ensuring safety and appropriate behavior. I also worked as a bather at a pet store, where I gained experience handling dogs during grooming-related services and maintaining their comfort throughout the process. I take pride in providing reliable, attentive care and treating every pet as if they were my own.

Reviews

Lauren A.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 16, 2026
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Valerie was super patient with our shy dog, Poppy. He was a little mouthy and even so she did such a great job with clipping his nails. We even had to hold him down, but Valerie was so patient.

Jamie M.
House Sitting • Aug 10, 2026
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Valerie was amazing with my dog and cat. Sent updates twice a day. It was the first time that i truly felt comfortable leaving my babies with someone.

Kevin B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 06, 2026
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Valerie was awesome, and very attentive to our fur babies. She went above and beyond to make sure they were taken care of, and that we were aware of anything concerning that came up!

Whitney K.
House Sitting • Mar 15, 2026
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Valerie is so great with our dogs. We know our pups are in good hands with her and will always recommend!

About Valerie M.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I am willing to travel to your home to dog sit and give your dog the best care that I can while your gone. By taking your dog to potty, feeding and giving extra love.

Information Valerie M. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs; medicine, diet or certain things to make it better on them. Or if they have any other needs

A typical day

I love to stimulate your dogs mentally and physically. I will take them for a walk and make sure that they are taken care of.

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Valerie M.

Star Sitter

Hardy, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews