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Valerie S.

Vail, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Valerie can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Valerie can care for

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

Availability

I am the other person in my role and I normally work M-F 9am-5pm but it’s pretty flexible. I work in Lionshead in Vail so can leave in the middle of the day if needed if the location is near there.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Valerie S.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am in an apartment that is on the 2nd floor. The is a lovely walking trail across the road next the the creek for long walks with your pup.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Valerie S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there are any commands you use, if they are okay around other animals or children if we happen to pass them on walks, and if there are any current health concerns.

A typical day

If you have a more energetic dog, I could take them to the Bighorn dog park but it is an off lease no fence park so would need to know if this was okay and the dog would not run. Otherwise, we could just stay on lease and use the never ending trails by the creek.

Location

Vail, CO

Valerie S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Outdoorsy animal lover

Pet care experience

Always had pets from pigs and cows to cats and dogs. Will walk the dog or take to a dog park and snuggle with your cat if they let me. I have a cat so if watching at my home, your animal must be friendly around him.

Reviews

Jennifer M.
Drop-In Visits • May 15, 2026
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Our boy Kovu is a very skittish and shy cat around new people so we were pleasantly surprised he opened up to Valerie so early into her drop ins. I looked forward to her check in cards with her and Kovu’s selfies. I can see he was comfortable around her and truly being cared for while we were away. We would gladly hire Valerie to come and watch Kovu again.

Katie C.
House Sitting • May 06, 2026
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Valerie was awesome! We knew our dog was in great hands, and we received tons of pics and updates.

Kaylee B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 25, 2026
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Valerie was great. She was thoughtful and my kitties loved her.

Amanda J.
House Sitting • May 12, 2025
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Valerie was able to help me out last minute to watch my pup! She was very responsive and sending updates throughout the day!

About Valerie S.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I am in an apartment that is on the 2nd floor. The is a lovely walking trail across the road next the the creek for long walks with your pup.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Valerie S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if there are any commands you use, if they are okay around other animals or children if we happen to pass them on walks, and if there are any current health concerns.

A typical day

If you have a more energetic dog, I could take them to the Bighorn dog park but it is an off lease no fence park so would need to know if this was okay and the dog would not run. Otherwise, we could just stay on lease and use the never ending trails by the creek.

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Valerie S.

Vail, CO

5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews