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Verushka M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Verushka M.

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Contact for Boarding

from $30 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
40 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Happiness is a warm puppy 😍

I have 4 furry family members of my own (2 dogs/2 cats) who make my life better. I am also an experienced veterinary assistant and a responsible caregiver. I will show up on time, do the job right, and make sure your pet receives the best-possible care. I will communicate with you and let you know how your 'fur baby' is doing. If I notice any problems, I will contact you immediately and resolve the issue to keep your pet(s) safe. Caring for animals is my passion. I love all animals. (Especially dogs!)

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
40 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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Donna S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 05, 2022

Verushka was wonderful, my Lola just loved her, she also took her for a walk in the neighborhood. I’m sure Lola is looking forward to her next visit.

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Georgia T.
May 17, 2022

Verushka more than watched my dog (I've moved to another state since then) she became part of my dog's life. We started out as neighbors and as we got to know Verushka and she got to know us and our dog, she had an open door policy for our dog to visit her at her home. We lived in an apartment at the time, so we'd open the door and our dog would happily take the stairs up to Verushka's apartment and spend time with her getting even more spoiled than at home! Verushka enjoyed loving our fur baby and he surely did not complain about the extra special attention! Verushka also enjoyed taking him on outings to parks for exercise and a change of scenery. To have Verushka take care of your most important furry family members means you will not have to worry about her being there, not worry about their safety, nor their health as she takes her responsibility for the comfort and care of your dog or cat very seriously. She will be there at the appointed time, will give your fur babies loads of attention and ensure their safety. Verushka has the experience as a former veterinarian technician, is dedicated to the best possible care of her own dogs and cats and is sure to transfer that knowledge to the loving and healthful care of your pets.

Eldi G.
May 14, 2022

Verushka and I worked together at Tri-city hospital. She is very responsible and a good worker. Verushka always had her little dog with her and you could tell how much she loves animals. I think that she would be an excellent dog caregiver and sitter.

Kathy G.
May 08, 2022

To whom it may concern: I want to highly recommend Verushka to Rover dog sitting service. Verushka is my daughter-in-law. I have know Verushka to be one of the most loving animal care givers. She has a history working with dogs at pet care clinic, and has many pets herself 2 dogs and three cats. She has taken care of my dog on several occasions. Dog sitting hasn't been her only care taker position, as she has worked in the medical field demonstrating her love for caring for her patients/people as well as her fur babies. Rover would have gained a wonderful and trustworthy person to add to their pet service. Sincerely, Kathy Gutman

Ken D.
May 08, 2022

Verushka is an exceptional dog caregiver! I currently own a Jack Russell terrier that she raised and trained. He is, without a doubt, the BEST DOG EVER! He's obedient, happy, playful and very well-trained. Verushka has a way with animals. Dogs respond to her and love being around her because she builds a strong bond of trust with them. Dogs can tell who the "dog people" are... and they like being around Verushka. In addition to being a good dog caretaker, trainer, and 'doggy mom' -- Verushka was also a vet-technician for awhile and knows a lot about problems that dogs can have. The health and safety of the animals she cares for are important to her. Verushka is able to quickly identify potential problems and help correct them before they become long-term health issues (e.g. obesity, skin or eye conditions, stomach problems, etc.). If you're looking for a great dog caregiver, look not further! Verushka is the best choice when it comes to taking care of dogs. She is loving, and sympathetic to their needs but, she is also the "alpha dog" and remains in-control of the situation... just like any good pack leader would do. She'll keep your dogs safe, happy, and will do an excellent job caring for them while you're away.

Tineke P.
May 07, 2022

Verushka love for animals is priceless. She loves her animals so much. I joke with her and tell her they eat better than her. Verushka is reliable and very responsible. Shes keeps her word. Shes very loyal to her animals and to whoever's she serves or works for. Shes very enthusiastic and motivated when it comes to animals. She adapts to different situations very easily. I cant say enough about how loyal she is to her animals.

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Schedule

I am currently working part time at a hospital. But, I'm available for pet care on Thursday, Friday, Saturday (evenings) and Sunday. I would love to come and take care of your furry friends! 🐶🐩🐕

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I don't currently accept home stays for pets. I have 4 pets of my own and they may not get along with your pet. But, I may reconsider this possibilty in the future.

Pets

A typical day

I love to take the dogs that I care for to parks and areas they are familiar with. They love checking the familiar scents and seeing all their doggy-friends at the dog park. My goal is to try to keep your dog in his/her regular routine. I like to go for walks, throw the frisbee or the ball, and stimulate them physically (and mentally) with games and play time. Occasionally, we might even take trips to the dog beach, or a lake, or forest preserve and go for longer exercise sessions. It all depends on the dog, their exercise requirements, their special needs, and their regular routine that they are familiar with.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Verushka can host up to 0 pets per night
As a vet-tech, I have experience assisting with medical procedures for dogs and cats. I am able to care for animals with special needs. But, I need to know in advance what your expectations are for the level of care. We can meet to see if we are a good fit for each other. I can handle most problems with dogs (or cats) and have many years of experience. Other medical information is helpful too. Do they have any allergies? I also need to know all the medications your dog is currently taking. Any special-care instructions need to be written down with specific step-by-step details.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.