Virginia K.
Virginia K.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $16 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
“50 Years with Dogs | Rescue-Experi
What makes me different as a pet sitter is a lifetime of experience with animals. I have over 50 years of pet ownership, caring for dogs and other animals in every stage of life—from playful puppies to seniors needing patience and extra care. I’ve also spent years helping rescue animals and transporting pets to safety, which has given me experience with shy, nervous, and newly rescued pets that need a calm and understanding person. Because of this, animals tend to feel comfortable with me quickly. To me, pets aren’t just animals—they’re family. I treat every pet in my care with the same attention, kindness, and reliability I would want for my own.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I believe pets feel happiest and safest when they can stay in their own familiar environment. When caring for pets in your home, I focus on keeping their routine as normal as possible so they feel comfortable while you’re away. I follow your instructions carefully and make sure your pet receives the same care they are used to. This includes: • Feeding according to your pet’s regular schedule • Fresh water at all times • Walks, playtime, and exercise • Lots of attention, affection, and companionship • Cleaning up after pets and keeping their area tidy • Administering simple medications if needed • Keeping their routine consistent to reduce stress Because I have 50 years of pet ownership and experience with rescue animals, I’m especially patient with pets who may be shy, anxious, or adjusting to a new situation. I also make sure owners feel comfortable by providing updates and photos, so you know your pet is happy and well cared for while you’re away. My goal is to give your pets loving, dependable care in the place they feel safe and loved 🐾
Ratings and reviews
Virginia is wonderful and very communicative! She took great care of my home and pets!
Ginny took wonderful care of my two dogs, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment I met her, it was clear she genuinely loves animals and treats them like family. She was reliable, attentive, and kept me updated with messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. My dogs were happy, well cared for, and clearly received plenty of love, attention, and exercise.She also paid close attention to their individual personalities and routines, making sure both of them felt comfortable and cared for. I came home to two relaxed, happy dogs, and it was obvious they had been in excellent hands. I highly recommend Ginny to anyone looking for a trustworthy, compassionate, and dependable dog caretaker. I will definitely be booking her again.
Virginia does a wonderful job taking care of my pups. They love to see her and enjoy the pets!
Ginny went over and above my expectations when taking care of my senior cat, Willow. I will continue to use her every time I travel. Willow was receptive and warmed up to her immediately. She continued her allergy medication regimen daily even though Willow isn’t the easiest to dose. Ginny really took care of Willow as if she was her own. She made fun pictures and notes to send when we were away. It put me at ease knowing my baby was in good hands. Thank you Ginny for everything! I’m glad we found you!
Virginia did a great job taking care of my pups!
She is amazing! She was very attentive and caring towards our puppy! She gave us such peace of mind knowing our new puppy would be loved and cared for while we were at work 🥰
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Schedule
I retired 10 years ago to care for my granddaughter. I still homeschool her a couple of days a week, but now find myself with time to do what I'm passionate about, caring for animals.