Pet Sitting West River

About: I’ve grown up primarily caring for and riding horses which has remained my life until now. I live on a farm with my 2 horses, 2 barn cats, and 3 dogs - Sawyer, a 9 year old Siberian husky, Teagan, a 5 year old Australian Shepherd/Basenji mix, and Dozer, a 2 year old pittie. All were privately rescued from their own unfortunate situation, but landed them safe safely here with me through the end of their journeys - as all my previous rescues have been fortunate enough to experience. I take my relationships to animals, very seriously, balancing a level of compassionate empathy that allows me to be president enough to tune in to their energy and emotions, with a knowledgeable and experience mindset with the ability to read body language and observe social dynamics allowing me to always be proactive and advocate for an individual animals needs. This ensures a superior level of safety, as well as promotes overall well-being under my care. I have a seasoned an extensive background in animal welfare with a focus on rescuing and fostering Siberian Huskies & other northern breeds. I successfully ran a small dog walking and pet sitting business for the Anne Arundel County area from 2013 thru 2017. I’m grateful to be back & offering my services full time with a focus on daily dog walking. I am educated & experienced with dogs, cats, horses, exotic, reptiles & livestock of all breeds & sizes having worked & learned from alongside various animal professionals, trainers & behaviorists, welfare leaders, & veterinarians. I’ve worked in 40+ horse stables to 50+ dog boarding facilities & cared for many animals from mixed livestock farms to backyard homesteads to large exotic pet set-ups. I am also certified in Animal Reiki Healing. I look forward to loving your pets almost as well as you! 😉 I am very attentive to your pets needs, whether it be in a fenced yard or on leash, I engage with them in play & offer individualized attention making sure they are happy & well taken care of. You’ll receive updates with photos during &/or after their care is complete! Not a single pet will be neglected on my watch! We will coordinate a schedule that mimics your pet’s current routine as closely as possible I do not allow your dogs to greet strangers or other dogs, whether they may know them or not. I offer plenty of space when walking them, do not allow them off leash or take them to public dog parks. I do carry pepper spray in the rare occasion an off leash dog is aggressive. (This has happened unfortunately, but I feel safer being prepared than not).

“Jai was very sweet and kind, taking the time to get to know my Laidi. She's very attentive and good at troubleshooting any issue; I recommend her 10/10!”

Jessica C.

“Alexandria was a great sitter for our pup. She provided excellent care for the 4 days we were gone. I would highly recommend her to watch your furry friend.”

Bradley P.

About: I have many years of hands on experience caring for dogs, cats, and other animals of all breeds, sizes, ages, and personalities. I’ve worked in animal shelters and have been working at Beechnut Kennels for the past 3 years, caring for pets daily through feeding, exercise, playgroups, cleaning, and monitoring their health and behavior. I also foster cats and kittens and have experience with shy, fearful, reactive, and feral animals. I’m comfortable administering medications and using Fear Free handling techniques to keep pets as comfortable and stress-free as possible. I truly love animals and treat every pet in my care like they’re my own! I currently work part-time at Beechnut Kennels, which gives me flexibility to provide dependable pet care throughout the week. I offer drop-in visits, walks, and overnight care, and I’ll do my best to accommodate your pet’s routine. I understand the importance of consistency and will always keep you updated with photos and messages while you’re away. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. With years of experience working in shelters and at Beechnut Kennels, I’m comfortable caring for pets of all ages, sizes, temperaments, and medical needs. I have experience using Fear Free handling techniques, administering oral medications, and caring for shy, fearful, and senior pets. I’ll always follow your pet’s routine and instructions closely to help them feel safe, relaxed, and loved while you’re away. Communication is important to me, so you can expect regular updates and pictures during every visit.

“We had a wonderful experience with Jake, who stopped by twice to care for our three cats and did an amazing job! Communication was excellent throughout, and he was reliable, attentive, and clearly genuinely cared about our cats’ well-being. We would absolutely trust Jake again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for dependable and trustworthy pet care.”

Brent P.

“Valerie did a great job with my kitties. She kept me informed about what they were doing while I was away and sent tons of pictures. I miss my cats when I’m traveling but I know they were in good hands with Valarie and I loved getting pictures and videos everyday.”

Tracey S.

“Taylor was great with our dog and very friendly!”

Jessica I.

“Thank you for checking in on my sweet pups!! I knew they were in great hands, and i received lots of adorable pictures! They even gave my cat, Nori, some love!! Will definitely book with you again!”

Tiffany P.

About: - I love dogs and will provide a large amount of love and pets for your pup - I foster dogs and cats within my community so I have multiple experiences with befriending a variety of dogs and puppies - I have administered insulin shots and ear pricking for checking blood sugar - I can administer any medications your dog may need. - I have 3 dogs of my own, a boarder collie, a Pomeranian, and a pit mix. - I have a high energy dog and can match that energy with your dogs! - I am clean and tidy and keep my surroundings as such - I have been taking care of dogs for my entire life - I have experience taking care of four large, energetic dogs in one house - I have taken care of both sick and healthy dogs, so I have the skills and knowledge to help your old or sick dogs - I love walking and running with dogs and will do either upon request - Playing with dogs is one of my favorite activities, show me your dog's favorite toys and I'll play fetch with them! - Taking care of your pup is my number one priority, always I work from home, so I can help out whenever needed! I am always available mid day to help your buddy out with a nice long walk. I have three dogs of my own, they all have seperate routines to keep up with. The high energy dogs get high energy play time with long walks, training, and kisses. The low energy dog gets nice long sniff walks followed by more kisses.

“Jessica did a great job checking in on our puppies while we are out of town. She was able to assist us with last minute request! Our pets love her and she provides timely updates and pictures on how they are doing. Jessica has become our go to provider for pet sitting and check ins.”

Tom C.

“Faith has watched our Shiba Inus multiple times now, and we couldn’t be happier with the care she provides. She’s reliable, responsive, and truly great with our dogs—even administering medication to our elderly Shiba with no issues. Most recently, she helped us out while we were in the hospital for the birth of our son. We weren’t sure how many drop-ins we’d need or how long we’d be gone, but she was incredibly flexible and quick to respond. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our pups were in good hands. Highly recommend!”

Jacqueline A.

About: I have taken care of family and friends dogs most of my life. Love both dogs and cats! Always looking to make new furry friends I work from home so I am very flexible with my schedule and weekly routine. Reliable for last minute requests as well as long term ones Very flexible with different environments. I have a lot of experience with animals of different temperaments and always respect the owners wishes concerning how they would like their animals taken care of

About: As a passionate pet owner, I understand the joy and responsibility of keeping your dog happy, healthy, and active. With a love for all breeds and a commitment to personalized care, I offer dog walking services that go beyond just a quick stroll. Whether it’s a lively adventure or a calm, scenic walk, I treat your furry friend like my own—ensuring they get the exercise, attention, and affection they deserve. Let me help give your dog the best walk of their day! I work from home and have a car. I’m open to early morning walks and evenings. I can also provide support during most weekends and holidays. One pet has a special diet and since I have 3 in total, they all eat the same. That way I know whether any issues are truly with one pet or there is another issue with the environment or food.

About: I have been working in boarding and daycare facilities for many years, as well as having my own foster organization ran out of my home, and I also have two dogs of my own! I work as a babysitter/nanny part-time, but my schedule is very flexible and I am able to change hours and days very frequently or as needed I will treat your home as I would want someone to treat mine, as well as the animals. I will take as best care as I can, and keep everything clean and tidy, as well as following any rules. Instructed.

“We're behind thrilled with Mackenzie! She really showed great love and outstanding care for our dog and 3 cats and was very descriptive in her reports while we were away for the weekend. By far, she has been the best pet sitter we've ever had. We will continue to request her even when we aren't traveling because all of our furkids absolutely love her! This was a great experience and we knew from the “get go” upon meeting her, that our furkids were in excellent hands. Thank you Mackenzie!”

Heather C.

About: I have grown up with dogs and have been around/worked with them all my life. Needless to say I’m very comfortable with them. I’m confident in working and caring for a dog of any age and providing any care they might need. I have also been riding horses since I was a small child and feel comfortable with any needs they might need met. Feeding, mucking out (cleaning up poo and pee), giving meds to dogs, cats, horses are all tasks I feel confident in. Side note I also feel comfortable taking care of basic reptiles, but my experience is mostly in horses, cats, and dogs. I currently work full time in inner harbor from 8 am-4:30pm. I could possibly provide care before my regular working hours depending on location. Can definitely provide care after working hours. In my home my cats are fed both wet and dry food throughout day depending on their needs. At this time I do not provide the option of caring for an animal at my house.

“Jessica took great care of our pup while we were out of town! She's very communicative and great with dogs. I will definitely be using her again!”

Mallory L.

“Fantastic care for our doggos - Jennifer is professional, reliable, and caring. She loves dogs and it shows!! She is also able to get them on and off boats without any trouble at all!”

Heather H.

“Nipun took excellent care of our pup this week. Stayed in touch, and was easy to reach when we had questions. Highly recommend.”

Bradley P.

“Always grateful for Alexis taking care of my pets. She just had my cat who recently is on a new medical diet and she was great about it. Will continue to rebook!”

Marijka V.