Dog Sitting Spotsylvania

About: I’ve taken care of dog for the last three years. I’m very trust worthy and compassionate when it comes to dogs, friends and family trust me with there pets I’m currently working during the week, but I’m available every weekend and also every Friday after 4:00 pm so I’ll have plenty of time to play with animals on weekends. I have a wide opened smoke free apartment so the pets could run freely and be comfortable. There is plenty of out door space also with a nature trail to walk.

About: I’ve had experiences not only taking care of my own animals but also watching my friends and families pets. I’m able to walk for however long a pet needs and I’m able to remember when a pet needs to be taken out or fed. I’m also able to adapt easily if the pet has any conditions or disabilities that I need to accommodate to. I’m always available at any time whether it’s mornings or nights. I may have trips but whenever I’m home, I’m always looking for something to do. I always make sure they’re comfortable with me before petting then it playing, considering I never want to force anything. I make sure to feed them on time and take then out whenever it is needed. I also love walking my own dogs all the time.

About: I have many years of pet sitting, up to several pets at a time, including owning many of my own since I was a child. I am patient when meeting new pets, for I understand it may take time to warm up to new people (and other pets!) I’m friendly, and talk to most animals just like they’re humans (lol). I enjoy spending time playing around, going for runs, as well as providing companionship when around pets. We love snuggling in bed over here! I’m not easily intimidated by a shy pet, and will treat them with the same respect and patience as their owners. I have high expectations for my own, so I believe it is only normal and natural to give the same in return for others’ pets so their families are comfortable with who they leave their furry friends with when away. My boy is the friendliest dog ever! He absolutely loves meeting other dogs (and the owners to receive even more affection 🤣). He’s got a lot of energy, which can overwhelm others the first day (he just wants to play!) He is very gentle with small dogs. When meeting others’ on the first day, If they are uncomfortable with his energy level and show they need time to warm up, he immediately backs off and resorts to my side until they are ready. He is very submissive in this sense which is great for no escalation and providing other dogs with the time they need to adjust to a new setting/new friends. I work a full time day job Monday-Friday 8-4, so please be sure prior to requesting services, your pets are able to accept this schedule. I am unfortunately unable to stop in midday as my lunch break does not allow for me to make it very far under 30 minutes. My pets along with the others’ I have boarded have had no issues with a routine working schedule, but every pet has different needs. ❤️ I care for others’ pets like they are my own! It is my duty as a trusted sitter to care for others’ pets in a way they need. I predominantly care for pets in others homes as I have several pets of my own. I do not have any issue with camera systems being in shared spaces to assure families feel safe having someone in their home with their pets.

“Heather was amazing. She kept in contact with me everyday, sent pictures and videos. She definitely went above and beyond. I highly recommend her!”

Amy M.

“Brianna was AWESOME!! Took great care of our kitties over the holidays and went above and beyond to clean up after their messes!”

Krissy C.

About: I am a current fourth year veterinary student, and I have several years of experience in clinics and boarding facilities working with dogs and cats. Caring for pets isn’t just a job for me, it’s what I’ve dedicated my life and education to. Because of my clinical training and professional experience, I’m comfortable caring for pets of all ages, sizes, and temperaments. I have experience administering medications, monitoring for changes in behavior, and providing attentive care to pets who may be anxious or require special handling. Whether your dog needs an energetic walk, or your cat needs a reliable sitter while you’re away, you can feel confident knowing they are in capable hands. I treat every pet as if they were my own and prioritize safety, comfort, and enrichment at every visit. I’m currently working at a local veterinary clinic part-time, so I will have plenty of time to care for your pets. I am free every day of the week for walks and drop-by sitting, and my timing is flexible each day depending on what your needs are! I will monitor your pets in your home and ensure that they stay within my sight and are not getting into anything they shouldn't be. When they are outside, I will either take them out on a leash if your yard is not fenced, or keep watch on them while they are in a fenced-in yard. On walks, I will use whatever accessories you suggest for your dog, whether that be a harness, collar, etc. I will bring water with me for any extended walks, and be sure to monitor them for any signs of fatigue especially in our hot weather. I am very flexible and can provide many different kinds of care tailored to your pet!

“Hailey did an absolutely AMAZING job with our babies. She treated them as if they were her own and they fell in love with her. She updated us each time she stopped in and even snapped a few priceless photos of our babies to show just how happy and well cared for they were. This was the first time we left them with a “stranger” and she quickly turned into their comfortable friend that would stop in to say hi. We will definitely book again with her if we are ever taking a trip.”

Samantha D.

“Cory was so amazing and helped us out so much so that we could get married and not worry at all about the dogs. He was attentive and did such an awesome job. Thank you SO much again, Cory!!”

Ryan D.

“Katherine took great care of our Sally. Communication was excellent and she followed instructions well. She is reliable, we look forward to working with her again and would highly recommend.”

Mandi P.

“Rita and Matt did a wonderful job caring for Roxie! They were both super attentive and with it being my first time using Rover services as a pet parent, I felt comfortable with them and at peace knowing she was well taken cared of during each visit.”

Elizabeth B.

“Heaven made our mini vacation better with providing excellent care for our pup. Athena loved her visits with Heaven and the videos and pictures were wonderful additional. Our first time using Rover and Heaven will be our go to dog sitter/walker from here on out.”

Chasity W.

“Leah was great watching our Luna! She made our trip much more relaxing knowing Luna was in good hands.”

Eileen H.

About: I have had my dog for 3 years and love being a dog family. I have a large, fenced in yard in a quiet neighborhood near the dog park. I am a teacher with weekends free to care for your fur babies. There will be plenty of time for walks and outside fun. Drop offs would need to be in the evening. My house has a fenced yard that is perfect for dogs to play and get their zoomies out! I can crate your dog if needed or let them roam the house. Potty breaks are frequent.

About: We LOVE dogs! My husband and I are experienced dog owners and caretakers, with experience spanning 15-20 years between the both of us. We will love your furbaby like they’re our own and they’ll leave our care happy and tired. We currently have two loves of our own named Butters (7 year old chocolate lab) and Poppy (1 year old foxhound mix) so we know how to handle dogs of all sizes. We have a large fenced in rear yard for playtime and a wonderful neighborhood to walk in. We are also centrally located in Fredericksburg so if your pup needs to go anywhere, we’ve got you covered! We do have small children so only dogs good with small kids can be accepted. We also do prefer a meet and greet with your pup before their stay with us.

“Sarah did a fantastic job caring for our 3 kitties while we were out of town! I am grateful for her updates and will be likely to use her in the future! Thank you Sarah!”

Bonnie P.

“Jennifer was great with Jasmine. Very kind and gentle and laid back which is Jasmine’s kind of style. When we did a meet and greet Jennifer came compared to learn what she needed to do for the sitting, which put me and my family at ease leaving her alone with someone Jasmine didn’t know. I would definitely hire her again to watch Jasmine. ?”

Jessica B.

“Madison took great care of our girl when we were on vacation. She was on time and shared reports daily. We came home to a very happy dog!!! Highly recommend her!!!”

Joshua Y.

About: Experienced dog owner who provides loving, dependable care. I've cared for my own dog and regularly watched family and friends' dogs, treating every pet like family. I’m currently home from college for the summer and am available on weekends and weekdays anytime. Allowing plenty of time to take care of pups. I have a big yard giving plenty of space to play and plenty of privacy from the neighbors and my own friendly dog to keep your fur baby company.

“We had a great meet and greet experience. It was clear she genuinely love animals and took the time to get to know our dog’s personality and needs. Rocky especially loves the back scratching and cant wait for more! I felt comfortable and confident moving forward and would absolutely recommend her to other pet parents.”

Melissa S.

About: My wife Sherry and I have had pets for the last 31 years of marriage. We know how important it is to find a responsible and trusting person to take care of your pets while you're away. Let us take care of your precious pets and we will treat them like our own. You can have them hosted in our house or we can make drop in visits at yours. We live in a secluded area with a large yard which your pets will enjoy. I'm an IT professional and my wife stays home so there is always someone looking after your pets. We'll take the stress away from you while you are away from your pets by treating them like our own. I work full time but my wife Sherry is home all day. We are a team a she will look after the pets during the day and we both will take care of them at night. We currently don't have any dogs since we recently lost our little old man Monty. We have one indoor/outdoor cat named Creature which is very friendly. We have a large back yard which is not fenced but we can take them out on a leash or tie them up on a lead an supervise them. Our property is secluded and is not close to a road so, there is no danger from traffic.