Personalized care for your dog or cat - Ironville

“Our sweet Vera was recovering from ACL repair, and we are deeply grateful to Deb for taking care of her so beautifully while we attended a 3 day series of wedding events. She made sure Vera had walks of the length and nature she is permitted and cuddled her at night when she needed reassurance about our absence. Her home is incredibly suited to doggie fun and safety with a fenced play yard and even a poo;l on her deck for hot days. Vera loved sitting in the pool while cooling off during our recent heat spell. Deb's extensive knowledge of dog behavior provided new insights to us; she helped us understand some of Vera's responses when we arrived and affirmed the findings of our pet shrink (yes we had one when she was a puppy). Frequent photos and updates from Deb not only exceeded expectations but they also reassured us during a difficult time for leaving Vera. No sitter or boarding facility has made us so happy and comfortable in our three decades of dog ownership. We are deeply grateful to have Deb on our team!”

Nancy M.

“Karly did a fantastic job taking care of my dog! She was reliable, caring, and made me feel completely comfortable knowing my pup was in good hands. I would absolutely book with Karly again and highly recommend her! 🐾”

Julia C.

“I was nervous about boarding Mazie because she's never been away from home. She's older and has minor medical needs. I could not have been happier. Kennadi took such amazing care of my baby and sent lots of pictures. She even introduced her dogs to Mazie so she made friends! I would highly recommend her and I'll never be afraid to leave Mazie with her again. Love, love, love!!!”

Sue W.

“Our dog Sophie had a wonderful time with Chloe, she was very attentive to our dog, took her for walks, played ball with her , and administered medication to her ( which can be a challenge), when we met Chloe, she asked appropriate questions about our dog and her preferences- she clearly has a love of animals and an appreciation for the individual dog- would highly recommend her and look forward to another trip so that Sophie can stay with Chloe !! In addition she sends many photos”

Jane K.

“Karen and her family took incredible care of my 90 pound lab mix. My dog became part of the household in a short 24 hours. I’ll definitely use her again when I’m in the area.”

Paisley C.

“Melissa was an exceptional sitter. Lupine had a great stay. She was very communicative and provided lots of photo updates. Highly recommend her!!”

Eliza T.

“Jesse did a wonderful job with our pups. We received updates regularly. They were not anxious at pick up, which means they enjoyed their stay.”

Nicole C.

“Erica was wonderfully patient and kind with our elderly Chihuahua, Suzie, while we explored local attractions while traveling through the area. Suzie is typically anxious in new situations but she looked relaxed in the pictures Erica sent to us throughout her stay and was calm and happy when we picked her up. We are extremely thankful for Erica’s focused attention and compassion with our senior girl.”

Maria D.

“Nala was very happy and well taken care of. Mara has an awesome setup. Thanks Mara!”

Mark F.

“Miah was absolutely amazing with my two girls and on super short notice too! They absolutely loved staying with her and her pups and she took fantastic care of them.”

Tait B.

“Oz had a great time. Biggest thing was, he gave Niko one sniff and decided to show himself to the door. He definitely felt at home. Plenty of walks and pictures as well.”

Owen T.

“Karen was absolutely wonderful with my two cats. She stayed in my house with them for over a week during Christmas and New Years, was a great communicator, kept me updated with photos, and I felt very reassured leaving my pets with someone so responsible. Upon my return everything was tidy, the cats were well fed with extra food and water laid out, and litter boxes cleaned. It was a great experience and so wonderful having her take care of them while I was away so I could relax and enjoy my vacation worry free.”

Isabelle W.

About: Relationship with animals has always been a passion of mine. I started grooming dogs with my grandmother at the age of 10, but was her assistant long before I earned the title. It brings me joy and fulfillment to care for pups and cats alike, while creating an environment where they (and you) can feel safe and earn my trust in the process. As a part time bartender at Pascolo Restaurant in Downtown Burlington, it would fit into my schedule to walk dogs in the morning, afternoon and early evening as well as weekends. There is a lot of freedom to work around your schedule :) In my home, I live off of Main Street in Vergennes and can provide safe walking around town as well as some of the trails near by. In your home, I am quick to adapt to whatever will make you most comfortable!

“Karen was very accommodating for an early am drop off while I visit from out of town to hike. Spud seed to have fun with his new friends”

Michael W.

“Karly helped us out with a last minute request. Max had a good afternoon with her. Thanks, Karly!”

Yolanda B.

“Chloe was wonderful! We used her daycare services. She sent pics and notes throughout the day, and responded quickly. We will definitely be back!”

Patrick K.

“Erica was amazing. Our dog felt right at home. She is so kind ,and you can tell she is a lover of animals. I would absolutely book again.”

Danielle L.

About: I've had dogs since I was born, have worked in shelters and keep raising my own puppy dog. I give dogs multiple walks and play with them. If necessary I take them hiking, play fetch outdoor and give them lots of love an attention. I will make your dog feel like family and help with any training that you're working on. I would love to have many digs but at the moment we can only afford one as we travel through occasionally. I work from home Monday through Friday so I am there 24/7 to support and hang out with your pet. We usually do at least a morning walk, lunch quick outing and afternoon longer walk. Our home has an unfenced yard. I will walk your pet on a leash through our trails. I will follow your pet’s schedule and they will be allowed in the open house including couch and bed if that is part of their lifestyle.

About: My name is Melissa and I have taken care of animals since my first dog in second grade. I previously had a Labrador and Shih-Tzu who both lived until old age. I also fostered older dogs who could not find homes due to their age. I currently have a one year old yellow lab mix. He’s dog and cat friendly. In order to board your dog, your dog must be dog friendly. I also require a meet and greet to ensure it’s a good fit. Buddy is not neutered so unspayed females are not a good fit. I offer boarding in my home. I live in a second story apartment in an old building with a large yard. There is a picture of my apartment located within my pictures. I only board one animal at a time as it's a one bedroom apartment. It allows me to spend quality time with your pet! For boarding I do provide dishes and toys, but many animals prefer to have some of their own. I have open availability on weekends, however I work from home on weekdays and there may be times I need to be out of my home for up to three hours. I have a camera in my home and will be able to remotely check on your pet if I need to be away for work. I will always inform you prior to the booking if I have appointments out of the home. I am experienced feeding animals in a variety of ways and will follow your instructions on feeding and walking. I ensure animals are well cared for, played with, and that they receive the attention and care needed.

About: I have had pets my whole life. I currently have a small farm. I have chickens, ducks, turkies, pigs, dogs and cats. Alone with rabbits and guinea pigs. we are a very pet friendly area. Live in a wooded area on a dead end street. I currently work from home and have time for pet care. My youngest daughter is also in the home. Also have my granddaughter here on the weekends. she is 11. I will provide care in my home since I work from home this is the best for me at this time. I also have my 11 yr old granddaughter here on weekends.

About: I have had fur babies my whole life! I currently have an 18 month old pitbull/mastiff mix named Rocco and a 3 year old black cat named Salem. I have experience with cats and dogs of many different breeds such as; Pitbulls, Chihuahuas, Beagles, Labs, Minpins, Dobermans, and retrievers. I also have experience with raising chickens, water fowl, and goats! I am not working at this time, so I am available all through out the day. I am able to work around your daily routines. I am unable to provide boarding services at my apartment because it is too small. However, I am able to come to your home and provide walking services. As well as company for your pet. If allowed, I would bring them to the dog park to get in some good runs.

About: Relationship with animals has always been a passion of mine. I started grooming dogs with my grandmother at the age of 10, but was her assistant long before I earned the title. It brings me joy and fulfillment to care for pups and cats alike, while creating an environment where they (and you) can feel safe and earn my trust in the process. As a part time bartender at Pascolo Restaurant in Downtown Burlington, it would fit into my schedule to walk dogs in the morning, afternoon and early evening as well as weekends. There is a lot of freedom to work around your schedule :) In my home, I live off of Main Street in Vergennes and can provide safe walking around town as well as some of the trails near by. In your home, I am quick to adapt to whatever will make you most comfortable!

About: I’ve cared for my dog & watched my friends dogs for over four years. Additionally I have experience with cats as I frequently watch my mothers two cats. I am available to watch dogs & cats in the Greater Burlington area on Friday nights, during the weekend, & Monday mornings occasionally if/when needed. I provide a safe, loving, and playful environment tailored to your pet’s needs when pet sitting. In your home, I follow your routines to keep them comfortable, happy, & stress free. My goal is to treat them like family every step of the way.

About: My family and I have had cats and dogs my whole life. I cannot have pets in my apartment. But I would love to care for yours like they were my own. I’m available evenings and weekends. I Work full time. I can do overnight stays on weekends. I live in Vermont but and can go as far as Lake George. I don’t have pets. But I would be clean and respectful. I would make sure to follow any rules and guidelines to avoid any accidents. Safety is my priority above all.

“Our sweet Vera was recovering from ACL repair, and we are deeply grateful to Deb for taking care of her so beautifully while we attended a 3 day series of wedding events. She made sure Vera had walks of the length and nature she is permitted and cuddled her at night when she needed reassurance about our absence. Her home is incredibly suited to doggie fun and safety with a fenced play yard and even a poo;l on her deck for hot days. Vera loved sitting in the pool while cooling off during our recent heat spell. Deb's extensive knowledge of dog behavior provided new insights to us; she helped us understand some of Vera's responses when we arrived and affirmed the findings of our pet shrink (yes we had one when she was a puppy). Frequent photos and updates from Deb not only exceeded expectations but they also reassured us during a difficult time for leaving Vera. No sitter or boarding facility has made us so happy and comfortable in our three decades of dog ownership. We are deeply grateful to have Deb on our team!”

Nancy M.

“Karly did a fantastic job taking care of my dog! She was reliable, caring, and made me feel completely comfortable knowing my pup was in good hands. I would absolutely book with Karly again and highly recommend her! 🐾”

Julia C.

“I was nervous about boarding Mazie because she's never been away from home. She's older and has minor medical needs. I could not have been happier. Kennadi took such amazing care of my baby and sent lots of pictures. She even introduced her dogs to Mazie so she made friends! I would highly recommend her and I'll never be afraid to leave Mazie with her again. Love, love, love!!!”

Sue W.

“Our dog Sophie had a wonderful time with Chloe, she was very attentive to our dog, took her for walks, played ball with her , and administered medication to her ( which can be a challenge), when we met Chloe, she asked appropriate questions about our dog and her preferences- she clearly has a love of animals and an appreciation for the individual dog- would highly recommend her and look forward to another trip so that Sophie can stay with Chloe !! In addition she sends many photos”

Jane K.

“Karen and her family took incredible care of my 90 pound lab mix. My dog became part of the household in a short 24 hours. I’ll definitely use her again when I’m in the area.”

Paisley C.

“Melissa was an exceptional sitter. Lupine had a great stay. She was very communicative and provided lots of photo updates. Highly recommend her!!”

Eliza T.

“Jesse did a wonderful job with our pups. We received updates regularly. They were not anxious at pick up, which means they enjoyed their stay.”

Nicole C.

“Nala was very happy and well taken care of. Mara has an awesome setup. Thanks Mara!”

Mark F.

“Miah was absolutely amazing with my two girls and on super short notice too! They absolutely loved staying with her and her pups and she took fantastic care of them.”

Tait B.

“Oz had a great time. Biggest thing was, he gave Niko one sniff and decided to show himself to the door. He definitely felt at home. Plenty of walks and pictures as well.”

Owen T.