Dog Walking Muddy Creek

About: Hello! My name is Abby and I’ve taken care of dogs, cats, and plants since 2015. Pet-sitting truly is my joy!! I have experience checking in on pets during the day time, cleaning litter boxes, taking dogs of all shapes and sizes on walks, and overnight house sitting for up to 2 weeks at a time. Thanks to my daytime job as a Youth Pastor my schedule is more flexible than most. I pride myself on customizing each pet sitting experience to the pet and their owner(s). The beauty of pet sitting over boarding is that this experience can be tailored to what YOUR special needs are! Like I said my experience is considerable, I am also self taught for basic pet training. For instance, if your dog has a history of on-leash walking issues, while I’m with them I’d be happy to plant seeds for good behavior on future walks. Just say the word and I’ll do everything I can to make it happen! Historically I’ve acquired jobs mainly from word of mouth. While I may be newer to a platform like Rover, know that I am a well-seasoned pet sitter who has experience with a variety of households, breeds, ages, and situations. I pride myself on my vast skill set when it comes to pet sitting so if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. I’m at your service! My full-time job is being a Youth Pastor. This means I have a very flexible schedule and am able to pop in to care for your pets at the needed times or even work remotely if needed. Most weeks my meetings are limited to Tuesday mornings, otherwise my schedule is pretty fluid. While I am unable to offer my own home for pet sitting, I can guarantee that I will care for your pet(s) in their home environment as well as I would my own. If you have a dog, one of my first questions I ask when pet-sitting is… “how long is your dog accustomed to waiting in between potty breaks?” I ask because each pet has different needs and I never want to make a dog wait longer than they typically would. I also want to keep to their normal schedule as much as possible, if they’re used to daily walks at certain times or being feed at very particular times then I will make notes to care for them the same way you do. The goal truly is for the dog or cat to receive the same attention and care that they have when their favorite people are home :)

“Wish I had a third hand so I could give her three thumbs up. She took excellent care of my dog. Even my shy cat would come up to her. Would definitely hire again.”

Elizabeth L.

“Madison takes the extra step to make sure my anxious girl feels comfortable enough to have a harness put on by a stranger and takes her on a walk to get that energy out! Highly recommend”

Kelly W.

“Margaret is a very patient and hard working woman! My dog is a rescue and very skittish of strangers. She barely lets anybody put on her harness. By day 2, Margaret was taking her on walks and my dog was playing with her when they got back! So as long as my dog is happy, I’m happy. Margaret is an excellent Rover dog care giver that will exceed needs and wants of your pet standards ❤️”

Kelly W.

About: very much a “cat lady”, but also a big dog lover and new to the dog scene! I have quickly taken a liking to high energy dogs that love to walk! I am familiar with the variability that comes with puppies and have no qualms with necessary clean up or administering medication! I am a student at UNCG and currently ~FUNemployed~ so I do have a bit of free time I’d love to spend taking long walks, or visiting some new furry friends. I do have school twice a week but am otherwise fairly open and flexible. My pets at home are fed, cleaned up after, played with, and snuggled. They love to sleep in bed with us, hang out with us on the couch, and they require a bit of stimulation so we do play quite a bit and have a few trees in our house for them to use. When pet sitting for my brother who has a puppy (Aussie), we like to take long walks to help expel some of that energy and then we hang out, have a snack, and she goes back in her crate for a nap. She enjoys playing brain games so we do a few of those as well but she tires quickly because she’s still young!

About: I occasionally walked and cared for neighbors dogs in high school, but I have experience caring for dogs part time for a year post-high school. Pet care is already a big part of my daily routine as a dog owner myself. I have a Husky/Rat Terrier mix named Biscotti, so I’m used to walks, feeding schedules, playtime, training, and lots of exercise. My schedule is flexible, allowing me to provide dependable care, walks, drop-ins, and overnight stays when needed. I do not dog sit in my home, but I am open to dog sitting and caring overnight in clients homes for dog sitting request.

“Mike is an amazing dog walker, so great with my anxious dog Emma! He’s so patient and kind with her, she now lets him rub her belly - a miracle! I appreciate how thoughtful and considerate he is, even making arrangements for a replacement when he’s on vacation. Really puts my mind at ease knowing I have him to rely on during the day!”

Lisa B.

“Sarah took excellent care of my dogs. The whole experience was easy for me and even better than I had anticipated. The daily photos were wonderful. They obviously love her now, which is always nice for me when I travel.”

Sheri M.

“I appreciate the excellent service. Prompt,, did everything she said she would,”

Linda T.

“Grace does such a good job with our pup. We always trust her with handling him, and know how highly communicative and thoughtful she is. Highly recommend!”

Sean H.

“Laura was amazing! Took fantastic care of my dog. She’s super responsive to messages and genuinely cares about other people’s pets. Would highly recommend to anyone needing a pet sitter or dog walker!”

John B.

About: I started taking care of the family dog a few years ago. With him, I administered medication in a positive way and helped train him. I am comfortable using a harness and a regular collar. I also helped train my senior dog on his reactivity with positive reinforcement. Currently, I am on summer break. I work as a teacher during the school year, so my availability for the next few months is open. At my apartment, my roommate’s dog I take out every 2-3 hours and I give him lots of cuddles. I keep an eye out for anything around me to make sure it is safe.

“Carly was amazing, she treated Diesel like her own! Her updates were detailed, she was always on time, and my dog and I both loved her. I’ll absolutely be booking again!”

Lexi E.

About: I’m dedicated to keeping your pets safe and happy! My experience includes: fostering and training a 7 year old husky mix with behavioral problems and training my 3 year old dog since puppyhood with the help of a friend who is a behavioral dog trainer. I have also done overnight stays for senior dogs with specialized care needs due to PTSD. I have administered oral and eye medication to several dogs. I’m comfortable with most size breeds and would welcome a meet and greet. I’m currently studying for school, so I have plenty of time to care for your fur babies! I’m available most early afternoons to evenings Monday through Sunday. I offer overnight stays as well as an extended stays. I offer multiple walks per day and enrichment time to dogs I sit for. I’m happy to crate your dog as needed and follow any routine medication, diet and commands that would maintain their safety and happiness. I routinely update clients daily on the status of their dogs with videos and pictures.

About: I have had many dogs throughout my life that I personally helped care for and loved and I hope to be able to do the same for your pets I am currently a student. I have plenty of time to care for your sweet little ones! I am available every weekday starting at 11am I have a open yard that my dog loves to run around in and explore! I will not be watching any pets at my home but I’m happy to watch them in your home

“Wish I could give more than 5 stars because he deserves it. My dog was well cared for and ate his food. Even my normally shy cat liked him, which is a huge testament to him.”

Elizabeth L.

About: Hi! I have always loved working with pets. I have owned pets since I was a child and I have dealt with both cats and dogs. I spent time working at a doggy daycare called Ruff Housing and I got to learn further how to take care of a variety of dog types with a variety of personalities. I look forward to getting to spend some time with your pets and giving them all the love when you can't be there! I currently work from home and get to create my own hours so I will have plenty of time to spend time with your pets or make sure I am able to walk them. I enjoy taking some time to go on walks during the day so I would love to include your pet on them! I have a fenced in yard as well as access to a dog park and walking trail. I have two fur babies that love to play and will keep your pup entertained. I can crate dogs as needed! I am willingly to work with any requests to ensure your fur baby has the best time away from home and is safe and cared for in your absence.

“Kory came highly recommended from a friend and he did not disappoint! He was very communicative and punctual and took amazing care of our dog. Anyone looking for a dog walker should without a doubt book with Kory.”

Matt G.

“Angela has been absolutely amazing with my dog!!! She has serviced us in a few ways from drop in visits to dog walks, and I could not recommend her enough to anyone with a pet care need! Angela is extremely patient with my old girl, and shows compassion for her in her old age, as I’m sure she does with each and every pet. We are so lucky to have found her and her beautiful spirit! In addition, Angela is extremely accommodating and has even worked with us on last minute requests. All around she has been the best :) we love her!”

Sarah M.

“Elise was great with our dog and super responsive throughout planning and while caring for her! She kept us updated with lots of pics and was willing to come visit beforehand to go over care instructions. Would recommend!”

Jarrett D.