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Sitter Profile Image: Elizabeth R.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
114 reviews
33 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Pearisburg, VA, 24134

Liz was amazing with our pups - her property is perfect for them to roam and explore. Her experience with reactive dogs was super helpful as our younger pup is still working through some trauma from experiences pre-adoption, and I felt completely at ease knowing he was in such good hands.

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

This is our second time and always the best place for our dogs,,, she is such a sweet heart for our dogs and always get update everytime so we love that.. We will always happy to let her baby sit our dogs

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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Thanks for taking such good care of our boy I would recommend Vanda and definitely work with her again!! She is very active and took our boy out to play 🩷

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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
90 reviews
32 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Kurt was great! We felt very comfortable leaving our dog with him for the weekend, and enjoyed all of the pictures we received while we were away.

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$38
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4.9 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
32 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Maverick loves when we pull up to Nancy’s house. It’s his home away from home! He has an instant dog friend and a warm & cozy house to play and relax in. I love getting pictures of him playing with DeDe and other dog friends. I’m so thankful Nancy is very accommodating with our crazy drop off and pick up times!

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
191 reviews
39 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Linda and David were absolutely wonderful to my Loki. Between the thorough updates and the welcoming environment they provide for their clients, I wasn’t worried at all while we were away.

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$31
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4.9 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
87 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Elliston, VA, 24087

Thank you so much for taking such great care of Maks! It’s clear you truly love animals, and I appreciate your reliability, kindness, and attention to detail. I came home to a happy, relaxed pup—couldn’t ask for better!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Sydney was wonderful with both my mini schnauzers. She took care of their every need and gave them lots of love. We have rebooked with her for several more dates and will continue to book with her for boarding in her home.

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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Been our second time using Carmen. Our dogs always had a great time and really nice that she has a fenced in back yard. Carmen also provided crates so we didn’t have to bring ours. Quick to responses and well priced. Would use again and do recommend!

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$45
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Amari was very accommodating for a last minute booking, kept me updated with lots of pictures and reassured me that my dog was doing great! Would definitely book with her again in the future.

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I am a veterinarian who has dedicated her life to caring for animals. I have worked with animals from a young age, including many hours working in vet offices in high school leading up to college and vet school (became a licensed vet in 2020). I am quite comfortable with caring for animals who need medications administered, or more intense levels of care while their owners are away. Working with animals brings me joy and peace, and making sure they are happy and well cared for is my life mission. I believe in fear free handling, and I am happy to work with animals who do not trust unknown people. I am a licensed veterinarian but I am currently in grad school so I am very flexible. I can be home all day if needed, and can provide close supervision. I have a 3 year old female German Shepherd (very friendly!) and cats (mostly outdoor). I have the ability to keep my dog separate if needed but she loves playing with other dogs! I have a full sized truck and the ability to transport animals with me safely. I have 2.5 acres of fenced land for dogs to run and play as well as a small fenced in section adjacent to the house. A pet door offers come and go access to the house. I am free to drop in during the week or board animals for extended periods, and if your animal needs medications administered as part of their care I am very capable. I am comfortable handling large dogs (I have a lot of practice in my line of work as a veterinarian). I am also comfortable with young animals, cats, older animals, and any animal requiring high levels of care.

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Nancye is absolutely amazing! She loved and spoiled our Josey as if he was her own. I loved that we had the opportunity to have a meet and greet before we took our trip. She took him on walks. He loves car rides and she took him to get ice cream with her getting him a pup cup. It was our 1st time leaving him with someone new and she sent us pictures and updated all along the way. Nancye has such a love for fur babies and it shows. Would definitely recommend her.

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Dublin, VA, 24084

Walt kept our boy, Teddi, for four days. Teddi is a 3 yo intact English Shepherd who has never spent a night away from us. Teddi is a very well behaved and friendly boy but we were a bit anxious how this would go. Walt kept us well informed on how Teddi was doing. Walt gave Teddi great care and a lot of attention. When we returned to pick up Teddi, it was obvious that he and Teddy had bonded very well. We are very pleased with the care that Walt provided and will certainly use him again.

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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
19 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Holly was super flexible with a super short notice to take care of our 9lb-13mo old-cute-spoiled-baby girl-wiener Pitanga. It was the very first time Pitanga spent the night away from mom and dad and Holly sent lots of pictures of our puppy along the day. I’ll definitely ask Holly to take care of her again in the future. Super recommend!

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$33
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1 repeat client
6 years of experience
radford, VA, 24142

About: Some of my pet experience includes bathing dogs, taking care of dogs for friends, having my own dog who i care for, and loving all animals. I’ve trained my dog to for certain commands which i believe is very helpful. All my friends come to me when they need someone to take care of their fur babies! I am a college student with a work load, however no job. A lot of my days are spent in my home doing homework and pet care fits into my schedule because I can always be there to play and take you pets out. I don’t have very long classes either or in a big stretch so your pay would be cared for almost 24/7 I care for pets as if they were my children haha! In my home, I have bowls, treats, and toys for your pets. In your home, I would respect the space and take care of your pet as if it were my own.

Sitter Profile Image: Courtney & Kameron L.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
27 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Courtney & Kam were amazing! We had a super informative meet and greet in the beginning. They had my boy over Christmas and I got pictures every day. I could tell how happy he was there. When I picked him up, he was super happy to see me, but I could also tell he was kind of sad to leave them. They went on many hiking adventures and he came back just as clean. Courtney & Kam were super flexible with the time, especially when I had to extend my trip a couple days early. Overall, I would recommend them. I could tell they loved my pup with all their heart!! They were super professional and very kind. I also saw how well kept and nice their home was.

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Emily was awesome! She kept in touch regularly and I could see Duncan felt very comfortable. We will definitely be comfortable with leaving him in her care again!

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$31
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8 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all kinds ever since I adopted my fur baby. Friends and neighbors rely on me all the time for dog sitting, walking and check ins. I have experience in training puppies, handling traumatized dogs and administrating medicine. I guarantee that your dog will love mine and my family’s calm, loving presence. I work from home and I’m able to give full time attention to your fur baby. I provide lots of walks and enrichment: games, puzzle toys, sniffs around the neighborhood, hikes, short and fun training sessions and more! I’ll treat your dog as mine. I have an unfenced yard and a friendly pupper to keep yours company. I live in a walkable, safe neighborhood and I’m home full time.

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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Jessie was fantastic and I would highly recommend her! She did a great job of keeping me updated with lots of pictures and was quick to respond to all communication.

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$35
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32 years of experience
Pilot, VA, 24138

About: Lifelong dog owner with foster experience through rescue. Comfortable with different personalities and committed to safe, structured care. Your dog will be treated like family, with lots of supervision, updates, and understanding of individual needs. I work a full time job during the week with availability most days to come home and check on my animals during the day. I have weekends off with some on call days mixed into the schedule. I live on just under an acre without a fence at the moment. I have 3 dogs who are k9 off leash trained, however, any dogs I bring on the property get leash walked around the property for safety for scheduled potty breaks and playtime.

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaylee W.
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$14
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
6 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Kaylee did a great job of taking care of our kitty! She was communicative, friendly, and on time, even early in the morning. Grateful for her care of Minnie!

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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
14 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Katie was great! She seems very conscientious and responsible. She grasped very quickly all of our instructions around feeding and meds. She braved the snow to make sure our cat was taken care of. Cannot say enough good things about her.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I’ve had cats my entire life and am very comfortable with their behavior, needs, and heath considerations. I currently have two senior cats, each with unique health conditions that require specialized care and monitoring. In addition to my own pets, I help manage a local feral colony, where I participate in TNR (trap, neuter, release) efforts to assist with vaccinations to support population control and community health.

Sitter Profile Image: Claire W.
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$10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
3 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Claire did such an amazing job taking care of Blue. She was great to work with, followed my requests to a T, and sent frequent updates! I would totally recommend her to anyone needing a pet sitter.

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$23
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5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
3 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Phoenix was an amazing sitter for my cat Louie! She was communicative and polite, as well as having a calm & down to earth presence. I felt confident Louie was safe under her care while i was gone for the week! 😊

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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Jillian did great watching my cat Louie! I loved the updates she gave me and I felt like my boy was safe under her care ❤️ thanks so much jillian!!

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$36
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5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
11 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Tilly is fantastic! She is my go-to pet sitter and I have booked with her several times. She is responsive, detailed, punctual, and my cats and dog love her!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Sydney was very understanding of Gracie's needs as Gracie is an an elder dog. She interacted with Gracie, sent pictures and text updates during her drop in visits. She communicated both before, during and after her visits. Definitely would recommend Sdney to help care for your pet!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
204 reviews
47 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Natasha is great! Very responsive and took great care of my cat. I highly recommend her to any one looking for a sitter and will be asking for her help again.

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$12
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4 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I am a graduate student located in Blacksburg studying Counselor Education. This past summer I even got to take the Animal Assisted Counseling course and learn all about animal wellbeing in my profession! I have always had dogs and cat in my house growing up, and I have years of informal experience walking, feeding, and taking care of pets overnight. I am always a go to pet sitter for family and friends that are out of town because I always follow their directions as well as treat their home and pet with respect. I also have over a year of hands on volunteer experience at the People For Pets Foundation no kill cat cat shelter in Jeffersonton, VA. I am super flexible all summer! I am a server and work six hours shifts at the maximum. I am happy to serve you and your pets with temporary support or long-term weekly services! I can provide overnight support as well. A pet is like another member of the family, and I have always been taught to treat your family with respect and love them unconditionally. Being with animals is my absolute favorite thing in the world, and you can trust that your pet’s well being will always be my number one priority.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Amanda always does a WONDERFUL job!! Blue, my cat, is always in good hands with her. She checks his food, water fountain, and gives him his daily churu judt as asked and also plays with him for me! Blue is always a happy, healthy, and safe cat when I return!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Great communication and flexible with drop in times. I can tell she loves animals and truly cared about my dog while I was away. I would definitely ask her to pet sit again!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
26 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

James connected with my dog almost instantly and went above and beyond with her care. James helped us out when someone came to clean our apartment and Misha needed to be protected.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Kelly was amazing. Gave picture updates and had great communication. Highly recommend! I will be using her again in the future.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Jennifer did wonderfully with my two cats and was such a gem for feeding them over the holidays! She made sure they were well taken care of and stayed to play with them and give them treats, which I really appreciated. Would definitely book again!

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$20
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12 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I’ve owned a black Labrador(Anna) for over 13 years, she has not once had any sort of health issue as I’ve feed her well, and kept her up to date on vet visits. I’m caring, compassionate, and smart and versatile enough to be calm in any situation that may arise. I assure you that I will treat your pet as if it were my own. This allows me the freedom to stay focused on your pet and be there when other folks have to leave. If a situation ever does arrive my strength are communication so you can rest assured I will be in constant contact, which as a pet owner for an older girl myself id expect from others if I left her in their care. If the pet requires adequate exercise I have no problem going on a long walk with them and the space is pet friendly as my dog (Anna) is there. In your home, I can assure you that my experience will allow me to provide the best care for your loved ones.

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$18
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5 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I have my own cat named Miss Kitty. She recently turned 5 and I love all cats, the friendly and sassy! I’ve also volunteered at animal shelters for years specifically with the cats!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: My first cat came from Santa when I was 5 years old, and I have loved cats ever since. I have always had multiple cats in my household, and have plenty of experience in other settings as well (vet offices, shelters, fear free handling, pet sitting, etc).

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$12
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I had cats my whole life. My cat was with me for 19 years. He passed away recently from old age. Now I have a cat named Stacey. She is a spoiled, cute Scottish fold.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I have been taking care of cats for family friends since I was around 11. I got my own cat when I was 14 and have been absolutely obsessed since. Happy to take care of anything your cat needs including medication and litter box cleaning!

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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I am a veterinarian who has dedicated her life to caring for animals. I have worked with animals from a young age, including many hours working in vet offices in high school leading up to college and vet school (became a licensed vet in 2020). I am quite comfortable with caring for animals who need medications administered, or more intense levels of care while their owners are away. Working with animals brings me joy and peace, and making sure they are happy and well cared for is my life mission. I believe in fear free handling, and I am happy to work with animals who do not trust unknown people. I am a licensed veterinarian but I am currently in grad school so I am very flexible. I can be home all day if needed, and can provide close supervision. I have a 3 year old female German Shepherd (very friendly!) and cats (mostly outdoor). I have the ability to keep my dog separate if needed but she loves playing with other dogs! I have a full sized truck and the ability to transport animals with me safely. I have 2.5 acres of fenced land for dogs to run and play as well as a small fenced in section adjacent to the house. A pet door offers come and go access to the house. I am free to drop in during the week or board animals for extended periods, and if your animal needs medications administered as part of their care I am very capable. I am comfortable handling large dogs (I have a lot of practice in my line of work as a veterinarian). I am also comfortable with young animals, cats, older animals, and any animal requiring high levels of care.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
45 reviews
16 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Angela was fantastic and Larry had a great time with her. She was so kind to help us out at the last minute while we attended the VT football game!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Nancy’s was great! We were in town for graduation and needed a pet sitter for a few hours to attend the ceremony. Nancy’s was very attentive and excited to take care of Chai. She was in great hands and I highly recommend her to anybody who wants extra special treatment for their pup.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
191 reviews
39 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

David and Linda are great. They took great care of our elderly dog and our puppy. We trust them with our animals and will use their service again. Thank you.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
73 reviews
19 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

First time boarding our pup with Holly. What a great experience and Stella is home wiped out from all of the fun playing in the big backyard with many new friends!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Emily and Ryan were very responsive, and provided kind and appropriate care to our 14 mo mini Poodle. Emily was very helpful in learning to use Rover (this was our first time). She was also very helpful in making sure we were able to meet some last minute needs. We greatly appreciate the pictures and updates during the day! We would definitely recommend Emily, and hope to use her services again soon!

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9 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Sydney is fantastic in taking care of my fur baby !

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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
4 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I am a new sitter on Rover, but don’t let that put you off. :) My family has never known a time where we didn’t have pets! When I was five years old, my parents entrusted to me a sweet black kitty for whom I was solely responsible for. Not only did this experience affirm my love for animals, but it also jumpstarted me into a world of responsibility! Since then, we have rescued dogs and cats of all shapes and sizes, happily welcoming “bully” breeds and giving them all the love and care they deserve! I’ve cared for elderly dogs and cats with and without disabilities, as well as those who need certain medications or injections. Further, big breeds do not intimidate me- I love them! Perhaps most importantly, I will love and care for your pet as if it were my own! ❤️ I am currently a graduate student at Virginia Tech, and as such, my weekdays are fairly busy until the evenings. If you need overnight care on the weekdays, let me know and we can work something out! I typically have a couple meetings in the mornings that I can conduct on zoom, but I do have in person class from 2-5 that I will need to leave your home for. Fridays and weekends, however, are wide open! I have two sweet, playful cats currently and live in an apartment, so it is likely that care will be provided in your house! I often find this is better anyway, as your pet is already comfortable in their home and less likely to feel stress with change.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Outstanding! I highly recommend Riley if you are in the Centreville/Chantilly area. Best doggy day care in our area. My pup was well cared for.

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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Dublin, VA, 24084

About: I'm diligent, conscientious, and careful when caring for dogs. I have a large fenced yard, and I'm home nearly all day, every day, so your pet will have plenty of attention, supervision, and space to play and feel safe. I have a large fenced yard and am home all day, most every day, so I’m free to focus fully on your pet’s needs and give you frequent updates as requested. I'm diligent, conscientious, and careful with dogs. I have a large fenced yard and am home most of the time, so your pet gets plenty of attention and care. I can easily crate your dog if needed for safety or routine.

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6 years of experience
radford, VA, 24142

About: Some of my pet experience includes bathing dogs, taking care of dogs for friends, having my own dog who i care for, and loving all animals. I’ve trained my dog to for certain commands which i believe is very helpful. All my friends come to me when they need someone to take care of their fur babies! I am a college student with a work load, however no job. A lot of my days are spent in my home doing homework and pet care fits into my schedule because I can always be there to play and take you pets out. I don’t have very long classes either or in a big stretch so your pay would be cared for almost 24/7 I care for pets as if they were my children haha! In my home, I have bowls, treats, and toys for your pets. In your home, I would respect the space and take care of your pet as if it were my own.

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5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
13 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

This was our second time using Greg and Corrie and my boy had a great time! They took so many photos, gave him snacks, and took great care of him! Mops loves going to stay with them and is has been so happy both times!

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30 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I’ve been a dog lover since I was a little kid. My experience is feeding, walking, training and more! I’m great with helping dogs anxieties and stressors especially in a new environment. I will cater to your dogs needs and will provide a relaxing home. Open availability! I’m a stay at home mom and would love to take care and make sure you and your dog feel comfortable with the environment. I have a lot of experiences with different levels of anxieties and stressors especially in new environments. I will provide a comfortable and cozy home to help the dogs relax.

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12 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Overall, they are AMAZING dog sitters and do a great job! I was given tons of pictures of my Auggie having a great weekend and I was very nervous to leave him for the first time. They did a great job instilling good habits in my puppy while having him enjoy his weekend with completely new people. I’m extremely satisfied and will be using them again!!

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49 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
christiansburg, VA, 24073

Deann was wonderful! We were a last minute booking and she could not have been more flexible or more gracious! Our puppy had a great afternoon. We will definitely be return customers!

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8 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all kinds ever since I adopted my fur baby. Friends and neighbors rely on me all the time for dog sitting, walking and check ins. I have experience in training puppies, handling traumatized dogs and administrating medicine. I guarantee that your dog will love mine and my family’s calm, loving presence. I work from home and I’m able to give full time attention to your fur baby. I provide lots of walks and enrichment: games, puzzle toys, sniffs around the neighborhood, hikes, short and fun training sessions and more! I’ll treat your dog as mine. I have an unfenced yard and a friendly pupper to keep yours company. I live in a walkable, safe neighborhood and I’m home full time.

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51 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Jessie always does a great job taking care of our sweet, but shy fur baby! We appreciate the pictures and updates she regularly sends us. It makes our hearts happy knowing that our dog is getting wonderful care and lots of love when we’re away!

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3 reviews
5 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I have been pet sitting as a side job for 4 years now, but my passion for animals has been a lifelong journey. From a young age, I’ve been surrounded by pets, and pet sitting has allowed me to further channel my love and care for animals. My experience spans a variety of pets, with a particular focus on caring for large breed dogs during my time in Australia. Whether tending to puppies or elderly pets, I approach each responsibility with the utmost dedication and a deep understanding of their unique needs. I have flexible availability as I focus only on my studies at the moment I don't have a side job, allowing me to offer reliable pet care. I treat each pet like they’re part of my family, whether they’re staying in my home or theirs. I make sure to stick to their usual routine to help them feel comfortable and secure. This includes playtime, walks, meals, and grooming as needed. I also keep in touch with the pet’s owner to provide regular updates and make sure everything is going smoothly. Above all, I strive to create a loving, safe environment where pets can feel at ease while their owners are away

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12 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I’ve owned a black Labrador(Anna) for over 13 years, she has not once had any sort of health issue as I’ve feed her well, and kept her up to date on vet visits. I’m caring, compassionate, and smart and versatile enough to be calm in any situation that may arise. I assure you that I will treat your pet as if it were my own. This allows me the freedom to stay focused on your pet and be there when other folks have to leave. If a situation ever does arrive my strength are communication so you can rest assured I will be in constant contact, which as a pet owner for an older girl myself id expect from others if I left her in their care. If the pet requires adequate exercise I have no problem going on a long walk with them and the space is pet friendly as my dog (Anna) is there. In your home, I can assure you that my experience will allow me to provide the best care for your loved ones.

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138 reviews
87 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Elliston, VA, 24087

My dog Max appeared to have a wonderful time at Richard and Kelly’s. It’s awesome to have found a place close to work and home to take him for daycare :) 100% going again !!

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14 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Katie has been great with Indie, communicates very well, and is on time and flexible with our dynamic schedule needs so we are thankful to have found her and plan on making her our regular walker for the foreseeable future.

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21 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Kennedy does a great job walking and playing with my dog. I love getting the pictures while I'm at work. I would trust her to care for my pets if I went out of town - she seems like she really cares and wants to do what's best for the animals.

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75 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I've had a dog all my life except for the brief interlude (1965-1970) while I served in the Marine Corps. Since my kids have grown and left home my dogs are now my babies. I'm retired and have a lot of time on my hands. I'd like to have the option of caring for someones pet now and then to give me something to do. I love dogs and rarely met a dog that doesn't love me right back. My dogs are almost always with me. Excepting - going to the store in the summer when the temperature in the car would be too hot. I make sure my dogs are safe and comfortable.

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3 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Took my walk on very short notice very patient and great communication with the whole thing.

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13 reviews
3 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Amazing job! Our dog Kayzen love his Thursdays walk! We will continue to book with Phoenix! We are happy:)

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12 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I’ve owned a black Labrador(Anna) for over 13 years, she has not once had any sort of health issue as I’ve feed her well, and kept her up to date on vet visits. I’m caring, compassionate, and smart and versatile enough to be calm in any situation that may arise. I assure you that I will treat your pet as if it were my own. This allows me the freedom to stay focused on your pet and be there when other folks have to leave. If a situation ever does arrive my strength are communication so you can rest assured I will be in constant contact, which as a pet owner for an older girl myself id expect from others if I left her in their care. If the pet requires adequate exercise I have no problem going on a long walk with them and the space is pet friendly as my dog (Anna) is there. In your home, I can assure you that my experience will allow me to provide the best care for your loved ones.

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10 reviews
6 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Pulaski, VA, 24301

Thank you Ashley. Maisie was so much calmer after your long walk and plenty of attention. I love the pictures you took! Highly recommend for anyone in the area looking for trustworthy care.

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14 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I love caring for all animals. I do have previous experience taking care of puppies as well but am willing to look after all ages. I have large breaks in my days between and after my classes so I am always available to help whenever needed. I am also available all day on weekends if necessary. I will follow the instructions left for me closely and will give them all the love and attention they need to be happy. I will treat your just the same as if they were my own.

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10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I grew up on a small farm raising a variety of animals including dogs and cats. Sometimes what seems to be a mean animal is just a misunderstood animal that need extra time and attention and love. I have a pretty open schedule and would like to build relationships with animals and fellow animal lovers alike. Right now I only do other low commitment jobs like DoorDash and have time to fit you into my schedule. This is kind of a good and bad thing about me but I love an animal that loves food, and I enjoy rewarding them with treats for good behavior. I promise not to fatten up your pets too much though.

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5 reviews
2 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: Have had dogs all my life, small/large and medically complex needing meds, love to train, have done cat sitting for medical cats and normal ones I am currently a student in college but only have 2 classes a per week, also am active and am willing to change schedules around :) I am currently not taking pets for boarding as I have my own dog now, but would love to take care of your pets at your home and provide them with enrichment whenever you need/want.

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1 repeat client
6 years of experience
radford, VA, 24142

About: Some of my pet experience includes bathing dogs, taking care of dogs for friends, having my own dog who i care for, and loving all animals. I’ve trained my dog to for certain commands which i believe is very helpful. All my friends come to me when they need someone to take care of their fur babies! I am a college student with a work load, however no job. A lot of my days are spent in my home doing homework and pet care fits into my schedule because I can always be there to play and take you pets out. I don’t have very long classes either or in a big stretch so your pay would be cared for almost 24/7 I care for pets as if they were my children haha! In my home, I have bowls, treats, and toys for your pets. In your home, I would respect the space and take care of your pet as if it were my own.

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9 reviews
2 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Emma was amazing! She came before to meet with me and Rosie so that we were both comfortable and Rosemary wouldn’t just see her as a stranger. She came on time and walked my girl over a mile!

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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
15 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: Animal care has been a central part of my life for as long as I can remember, starting with caring for my lineup of family pets at a young age. With 8 years of experience as a veterinary assistant in a small practice, I developed a strong foundation in hands on, compassionate care. I earned a degree in Animal Science from Virginia Tech and went on to complete a Masters degree, where I worked with a wide variety of species. Now, as a PhD candidate, I continue to care for diverse animals, with an emphasis on high quality husbandry, health, and well being. Providing attentive, knowledgeable, and reliable care is always my top priority! As a graduate student, my schedule is variable but highly flexible, which allows me to accommodate pet care at different times throughout the day. I can work closely with pet parents to create a schedule that fits their needs while ensuring consistent and reliable care. I provide care exclusively in my clients homes to keep pets comfortable in their familiar environment and maintain their normal routines. Care is tailored to each pets needs and may include feeding, fresh water, walks, litter box or yard cleanup, playtime, and enrichment, along with administering medications if needed.

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11 reviews
3 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I have over 500 hours of dog watching and raising experience (outside of my own pets) and spent over 800 hours volunteering cat care for kittens and disabled kitties I am a grad student with a totally flexible schedule and can work from home easily if needed! I will be able to incorporate your pet into my routine seamlessly. I also have the ability to fully care for your pet at their own home. I am able to be there often if needed or can stop by for occasional visits based off your own needs.

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2 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: I have experience with both domestic and exotic pet sitting and care. I have trained ferrets, dogs, and cats for both family and friends. I treat everyone's pets as if they were my own. I'm currently working full-time, 12pm - 8pm Monday - Friday. I am available to meet your pets needs on Saturdays and Sundays. I am flexible if additional times may be needed outside of that; just ask. I can provide individual care, time, attention, and any other additional needs for your pet. I'm extremely active, so I love going to the park, walking, jogging, and tossing toys around. I have lots of energy to give your pet.

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44 reviews
11 repeat clients
19 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

Tilly was great for a last minute work emergency! Ravin LOVES her!

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11 reviews
1 repeat client
30 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I have had dogs my whole life. Last one a pug for 14 years. Took care of her needs being paralyzed for several years. Had small poodle for 18 years I am retired. Travel at times. Live alone. Really miss having a sweet doggy. Lots of love here to give to a pet. Always first with me. Have a nice place. Closed in deck. Screened in porch. Nice yard and place to walk pet and let them out for bathroom breaks. Lots of ❤️ to give!

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12 reviews
3 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

About: Hi, I’m Jennifer! I am 25 years old. With extensive experience caring for a diverse range of animals—including puppies, chickens, cats, kittens, cows, and animals with medical conditions—I bring a compassionate and knowledgeable approach to pet sitting. An LSU graduate with a full-time job, I am always willing to accommodate scheduling conflicts. My own pets include a rescued kitten, an emotional support dog, and a Sheltie I've raised from birth. I'm committed to providing excellent care tailored to each pet's needs. Thank you for considering me to be your sitter, if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me! I am available to care for your babies! Currently I work full time, 8-5, with weekends and holidays off. Thank you for considering me and please message me for any questions you may have. I always pay close attention to an animals body language and actions to make sure they are always safe and feeling okay! I would give your pet a great, comfortable environment as if they were my own. I wouldn’t want anyone doing less for mine, so why would I do less for someone else’s pet?

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3 reviews
3 repeat clients
14 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Gwyneth takes great care of my dog Knox, would recommend to anyone in need of a dog walker!

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49 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I have worked at a humane society shelter as a volunteer for years in Michigan. I have fostered animals as well as helped dogs and cats give birth. I have experience with pet sitting and taking care of pets. I believe pets are our children. I have open flexibility and can give many references on how trust worthy i am as i owned a cleaning business here in nrv for 10 plus years licensed and insured. While at a clients home I will make sure the home stays cleaned up from the pet and goes on its normal scheduled walks and or care. While the pet is at my home it will have its own personal area that is kept well and it won't interact with our cats. Walks and playtime will be included.

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114 reviews
33 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Pearisburg, VA, 24134

Liz was amazing with our pups - her property is perfect for them to roam and explore. Her experience with reactive dogs was super helpful as our younger pup is still working through some trauma from experiences pre-adoption, and I felt completely at ease knowing he was in such good hands.

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11 reviews
4 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Radford, VA, 24141

This is our second time and always the best place for our dogs,,, she is such a sweet heart for our dogs and always get update everytime so we love that.. We will always happy to let her baby sit our dogs

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14 reviews
6 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Thanks for taking such good care of our boy I would recommend Vanda and definitely work with her again!! She is very active and took our boy out to play 🩷

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90 reviews
32 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Kurt was great! We felt very comfortable leaving our dog with him for the weekend, and enjoyed all of the pictures we received while we were away.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
71 reviews
32 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Maverick loves when we pull up to Nancy’s house. It’s his home away from home! He has an instant dog friend and a warm & cozy house to play and relax in. I love getting pictures of him playing with DeDe and other dog friends. I’m so thankful Nancy is very accommodating with our crazy drop off and pick up times!

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4.9 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
87 repeat clients
35 years of experience
Elliston, VA, 24087

Thank you so much for taking such great care of Maks! It’s clear you truly love animals, and I appreciate your reliability, kindness, and attention to detail. I came home to a happy, relaxed pup—couldn’t ask for better!

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9 reviews
4 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Sydney was wonderful with both my mini schnauzers. She took care of their every need and gave them lots of love. We have rebooked with her for several more dates and will continue to book with her for boarding in her home.

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52 reviews
15 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Been our second time using Carmen. Our dogs always had a great time and really nice that she has a fenced in back yard. Carmen also provided crates so we didn’t have to bring ours. Quick to responses and well priced. Would use again and do recommend!

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11 reviews
2 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Amari was very accommodating for a last minute booking, kept me updated with lots of pictures and reassured me that my dog was doing great! Would definitely book with her again in the future.

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9 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I am a veterinarian who has dedicated her life to caring for animals. I have worked with animals from a young age, including many hours working in vet offices in high school leading up to college and vet school (became a licensed vet in 2020). I am quite comfortable with caring for animals who need medications administered, or more intense levels of care while their owners are away. Working with animals brings me joy and peace, and making sure they are happy and well cared for is my life mission. I believe in fear free handling, and I am happy to work with animals who do not trust unknown people. I am a licensed veterinarian but I am currently in grad school so I am very flexible. I can be home all day if needed, and can provide close supervision. I have a 3 year old female German Shepherd (very friendly!) and cats (mostly outdoor). I have the ability to keep my dog separate if needed but she loves playing with other dogs! I have a full sized truck and the ability to transport animals with me safely. I have 2.5 acres of fenced land for dogs to run and play as well as a small fenced in section adjacent to the house. A pet door offers come and go access to the house. I am free to drop in during the week or board animals for extended periods, and if your animal needs medications administered as part of their care I am very capable. I am comfortable handling large dogs (I have a lot of practice in my line of work as a veterinarian). I am also comfortable with young animals, cats, older animals, and any animal requiring high levels of care.

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51 reviews
17 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Peterstown, WV, 24963

Bella was so excited to see Brette again after the greet and meet before hand. Let's just say she was a very happy camper! Brette sent pictures each day showing how happy and active Bella was doing. I have another trip planned and have definitely booked Brette. You couldn't ask for a more attentive sitter for your pet. I am very pleased with her as my sitter when needed.

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73 reviews
19 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Holly was super flexible with a super short notice to take care of our 9lb-13mo old-cute-spoiled-baby girl-wiener Pitanga. It was the very first time Pitanga spent the night away from mom and dad and Holly sent lots of pictures of our puppy along the day. I’ll definitely ask Holly to take care of her again in the future. Super recommend!

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1 repeat client
6 years of experience
radford, VA, 24142

About: Some of my pet experience includes bathing dogs, taking care of dogs for friends, having my own dog who i care for, and loving all animals. I’ve trained my dog to for certain commands which i believe is very helpful. All my friends come to me when they need someone to take care of their fur babies! I am a college student with a work load, however no job. A lot of my days are spent in my home doing homework and pet care fits into my schedule because I can always be there to play and take you pets out. I don’t have very long classes either or in a big stretch so your pay would be cared for almost 24/7 I care for pets as if they were my children haha! In my home, I have bowls, treats, and toys for your pets. In your home, I would respect the space and take care of your pet as if it were my own.

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12 reviews
27 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Courtney & Kam were amazing! We had a super informative meet and greet in the beginning. They had my boy over Christmas and I got pictures every day. I could tell how happy he was there. When I picked him up, he was super happy to see me, but I could also tell he was kind of sad to leave them. They went on many hiking adventures and he came back just as clean. Courtney & Kam were super flexible with the time, especially when I had to extend my trip a couple days early. Overall, I would recommend them. I could tell they loved my pup with all their heart!! They were super professional and very kind. I also saw how well kept and nice their home was.

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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
16 reviews
9 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Emily was awesome! She kept in touch regularly and I could see Duncan felt very comfortable. We will definitely be comfortable with leaving him in her care again!

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Melike A.
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$31
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8 years of experience
Blacksburg, VA, 24060

About: I’ve taken care of dogs of all kinds ever since I adopted my fur baby. Friends and neighbors rely on me all the time for dog sitting, walking and check ins. I have experience in training puppies, handling traumatized dogs and administrating medicine. I guarantee that your dog will love mine and my family’s calm, loving presence. I work from home and I’m able to give full time attention to your fur baby. I provide lots of walks and enrichment: games, puzzle toys, sniffs around the neighborhood, hikes, short and fun training sessions and more! I’ll treat your dog as mine. I have an unfenced yard and a friendly pupper to keep yours company. I live in a walkable, safe neighborhood and I’m home full time.

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Jessie R.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
16 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

Jessie was fantastic and I would highly recommend her! She did a great job of keeping me updated with lots of pictures and was quick to respond to all communication.

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Kayla E.
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$35
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32 years of experience
Pilot, VA, 24138

About: Lifelong dog owner with foster experience through rescue. Comfortable with different personalities and committed to safe, structured care. Your dog will be treated like family, with lots of supervision, updates, and understanding of individual needs. I work a full time job during the week with availability most days to come home and check on my animals during the day. I have weekends off with some on call days mixed into the schedule. I live on just under an acre without a fence at the moment. I have 3 dogs who are k9 off leash trained, however, any dogs I bring on the property get leash walked around the property for safety for scheduled potty breaks and playtime.

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Kristin M.
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$45
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30 years of experience
Christiansburg, VA, 24073

About: I’ve been a dog lover since I was a little kid. My experience is feeding, walking, training and more! I’m great with helping dogs anxieties and stressors especially in a new environment. I will cater to your dogs needs and will provide a relaxing home. Open availability! I’m a stay at home mom and would love to take care and make sure you and your dog feel comfortable with the environment. I have a lot of experiences with different levels of anxieties and stressors especially in new environments. I will provide a comfortable and cozy home to help the dogs relax.

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Deann B.
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$60
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5.0 out of 5 stars
49 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
christiansburg, VA, 24073

Deann was great with communication and sending us updates, and she took care of our dogs very nicely. Dropping them off and picking them up was a breeze, would gladly use her service again. Thanks so much!

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