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Amber C.

Anacostia, DC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•53 reviews
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Your Dog's Home Away from Home!

Pet care experience

Trust us with your best companion while you're out of town and know that they are being treated well with tons of love and attention at their home away from home! I am an animal lover and dog mom who understands the bond that people have with their pets and how stressful it can be to leave them alone when necessary and want to alleviate the stress as much as possible while getting to enjoy time with your pet! I work full time but permanently work at home, which means your pet will never be left alone. Our house is spacious, dog proof, and very comfortable and clean with tons of dog beds and toys to entertain your pup and make them feel as if they’re at Disney for the day! We have a fully fenced in large front and back yard which the pups will have full access to and always love exploring, although we always monitor them when they’re spending time outside. Dogs are welcome on the furniture, if that is okay with you, and you're welcome to bring any beds or toys of their own! There are large, gorgeous parks within walking distance from our home as well, so we always love taking long walks and going on outings to the various parks and nature trails. We would welcome you into our home before booking so you can be comfortable with the apartment, and also acquaint yourself and your pup with my husband and I! My husband and I have extensive experience with both house and pet sitting. We have watched pets of all breeds, sizes, ages, and temperaments, so we know how to navigate and connect with your pet and give them the specialized love and care they need to make them the happiest and healthiest. We have experience with large breed dogs and are very knowledgeable about pet health, nutrition, and first aid, including dispensing medications and caring for pets with medical conditions who may require a bit more love, attention, and adherence to a routine or special care instructions. We are very knowledgeable about dog training principles, so we would be able to reinforce any training that you're currently working on so there isn't any progress lost in your absence! We have two sweet dogs of our own, Chelsea and Reggie, who love other dogs and would be ideal companions for yours. We would enjoy long walks with your dog to provide them with tons of exercise, attention and socialization, if desired. We always respect individual preferences regarding your dog’s eating, sleeping and socialization. I make sure to send update texts and tons of pictures while you're away, as I know how comforting it is to see your dog comfortable, safe and having a blast! In addition to providing your dog with a home while you are away, we are also available to watch them within your own home. We offer bathing services while watching your dog and have a car to transport them 24/7 if an emergency arises. We are flexible in regard to last minute arrangements and extending stay lengths. I have cultivated a green thumb in recent years and have a jungle of houseplants as well as thriving garden, so I would make sure your plants are well cared for as well. My husband is also great with lawn care and maintenance. We are both handy around the house so we know what to look out for in your absence and how to fix minor issues that may arise, so you know your home is being cared for and maintained. We don't mind light cleaning, as one of the best feelings is coming home after traveling to a tidy and clean house, so we aim to provide you that experience as well. Contact us today if you are interested in our services for your pet, we would love to meet them and discuss how we can help make your time away from them simple and stress free and provide your dog with a vacation of their own!

Reviews

Shannon J.
Aug 04, 2022

Amber and Tom are both great people and friends who I have been lucky enough to know for over 10 years. They are the friends we can always rely on when we need something and they will always go out of their way to help someone in need and are so thoughtful. I couldn't think of better people to trust with my home and pets.

Scott M.
Aug 04, 2022

Amber and Tomi watched my home and my three dogs for three months while I was out of town for work and it was the best decision I ever made! I have had previous house sitters where I wouldn’t hear from them for days and would be worried about how things were going and what was going on. Not with Amber and Tomi! They sent at least daily detailed updates and photos of my pups that were professional level quality and showed how happy and well cared for they were! They took them on adventures to parks, hiking, breweries, and long walks and runs. Amber and Tomi were amazing with communication and are super responsive and would shoot me a quick text whenever they had a question or something came up (deliveries, my dog had a bug bite, etc.) so I was kept in the loop. They cared for my house with the utmost attention to detail and happily ran some errands for me and did some minor repairs that came up without me even having to ask. They left my house immaculate and even cleaner than how I left it and left a gift for me and my dog crew which was so thoughtful and appreciated. They truly are the best house and pet sitters I’ve ever had and I can’t recommend them enough, they give peace of mind and the highest level of care and attention to detail that I’ve ever experienced!

John M.
Aug 04, 2022

Amber and Tom have watched my dog Bailey for me over 30 times while I've lived here in DC. Bailey absolutely adores them and it's clear that they care deeply for her and spoil her to death. They're very responsible and adhere to Baileys strict feeding, exercise, and medicine schedule which is very important to me when I am away. They've even taught her some tricks and commands! They are both also very cautious and knowledgeable about dog and pet safety and always make sure Bailey stays out of trouble and doesn't escape the yard, eat anything she isn't supposed to, and doesn't get too hot during walks or while playing. I think my dog loves them more than myself sometimes!

Jacqlyn S.
House Sitting • Feb 24, 2022
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Amber and Tom were amazing w my dog, AWoo. They have two amazing dogs, Reggie and Chelsea, that made her feel so comfortable. AWoo is a people shy girl, so i was worried about her bing scared. But they did a meet and greet and had a play date w AWoo so she would get comfortable. And she definitely did! Ever photo Amber sent had happy faced AWoo. And, while she was super happy to see me when I came home, she is looking around the house for her friends. They also stayed in my place and left it super cleaned w a cute gift for AWoo. I would definitely let her stay w them again (AWoo would be sad if she didn’t see her boyfriend Reggie again!)

About Amber C.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We are flexible and will work with you to make sure the care and services we're providing are aligned with your pet’s personality and likes so that they are comfortable in our home! We have a fully fenced in large backyard to allow them to run, explore, and play, and we also live on a quiet cul-de-sac, which we enjoy taking advantage of to walk the dogs around the quiet neighborhood and explore new sights. We have a ton of comfortable dog beds and toys for them to enjoy and also have dog crates available if you pups are crate trained and prefer that environment to unwind. We are well versed in basic dog care, nutrition, and safety precautions and will ensure your pup is safe and secure while in our hands.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Amber C. would like to know about your pet

No breed preferences whatsoever, I love dogs of all shapes and sizes! All I ask if that you give me a heads up if your dog has any issues with aggression, anxiety, or destructive behaviors so I can be sure to cater to their needs. The more I know about your dog beforehand makes everything easier on all involved, so let me know whatever you think is important regarding exercising, sleeping, feeding, schedules, preferences, aggressions or personality quirks!

A typical day

I do a variety of activities with my dogs and will cater the adventures and activities to your dog's age, energy level, personality/preferences, and any other needs! There are five different parks and dog parks in a close proximity of my apartment, and I often bring my dog to multiple ones a day! It's totally up to you and your preferences of where your pup likes to go and what they enjoy doing! Otherwise, we will fill the day with playtime in the fenced in backyard and long walks around the neighborhood.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$60per night
House Sitting
in your home
$65per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$55per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$35per walk

Amber can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat

Amber can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Both myself and my husband work from home full time so there will also be someone home to spend time with and watch over your pup! We are flexible and able to adapt to whatever schedule and routine would make your pup best feel at home and meet their needs. We fit in tons of walks, play time, and naps, so your pup comes back to you happy and content!

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Amber C.

Communication

13 repeat pet parents
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We are flexible and will work with you to make sure the care and services we're providing are aligned with your pet’s personality and likes so that they are comfortable in our home! We have a fully fenced in large backyard to allow them to run, explore, and play, and we also live on a quiet cul-de-sac, which we enjoy taking advantage of to walk the dogs around the quiet neighborhood and explore new sights. We have a ton of comfortable dog beds and toys for them to enjoy and also have dog crates available if you pups are crate trained and prefer that environment to unwind. We are well versed in basic dog care, nutrition, and safety precautions and will ensure your pup is safe and secure while in our hands.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Amber C. would like to know about your pet

No breed preferences whatsoever, I love dogs of all shapes and sizes! All I ask if that you give me a heads up if your dog has any issues with aggression, anxiety, or destructive behaviors so I can be sure to cater to their needs. The more I know about your dog beforehand makes everything easier on all involved, so let me know whatever you think is important regarding exercising, sleeping, feeding, schedules, preferences, aggressions or personality quirks!

A typical day

I do a variety of activities with my dogs and will cater the adventures and activities to your dog's age, energy level, personality/preferences, and any other needs! There are five different parks and dog parks in a close proximity of my apartment, and I often bring my dog to multiple ones a day! It's totally up to you and your preferences of where your pup likes to go and what they enjoy doing! Otherwise, we will fill the day with playtime in the fenced in backyard and long walks around the neighborhood.

Location

Washington, DC

Amber C.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Amber C.

Anacostia, DC

5.0 out of 5 stars
•53 reviews