Dog Sitters in Amberly, MD

Orion
-57% off
1.4 miles away
Limited time deal
4.67
• 3 reviews
/night 70.00
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When we met Orion for the first time, we liked that they were genuinely eager and excited to spend time with our cats. When they came by the house to pick up the key, we showed them around, gave additional instructions, and asked them several times if they had any questions or needed to know about anything else. They confirmed they were fine. However, upon our return, we discovered that some of our instructions were not followed. We told them that we preferred the cats to only go out once a day and that they needed to be back in before sunset because of the coyotes. There is a cat door that has different settings to let them in/out, out only, in only. They left the cat door in/out which was noticeable upon our return because we came home at 8pm and both cats were still outside. In terms of tidiness, we think they did a decent job with cleaning up after themselves, but we were a bit taken aback seeing leftover food in the fridge and having to take out their trash. They also left something at our place, which they later picked up. In terms of communication, we think it was a little bit difficult. There were a few times we asked them a question or stated a preference, and they would not respond or answer our question. It made us confused, like perhaps we miscommunicated or they misunderstood us, but we would not receive an answer. Overall, though, Orion genuinely seemed to enjoy the company of our cats, and for this we appreciate. On the other hand, we’ve learned that we will need to outline all of our expectations in written form for future house sitters and make sure that the sitters understand and agree to them because we didn't feel understood during this house sit.

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Cathy
Steph was an amazing Dog sitter, my dog Ginger fell in love with her as I did too.  She was kind loving played with Ginger took her for walks and my house was very clean clean when i returned.   I would say she is as good as they come.
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Sarah
It’s difficult to say just how amazing Maria & Mark are! From the first ‘interview’, to bringing toys to their first ‘date’ with our cats, to their communication, to teaching us some new stuff, to leaving the apartment cleaner than it was when we left it… They were fabulous in absolutely every way. Kedi & Squeak were happy, healthy and full of energy when we returned, and the photos showed just how much they’d played. Even the usual transition period when we get back (the bit where Kedi sulks because we ‘abandoned’ her) has been easier this time. Honestly - I cannot recommend Maria & Mark highly enough, and we’d be delighted if they agreed to come back and sit for us again!
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Kimberley
Val did an amazing job sitting for us over our two week absence. We have a diversity of pets - dogs, cats, fish, chickens - and she dealt with all of them without any issues. And it wasn't easy for her - our older small dachshund suffered a back injury a week before we left which resulted in him needing to be kept "inactive" and significantly medicated. In addition, his sleeping routine was upended, he was needy, and he presented Val with significant challenges. She took on this challenge without hesitation and with incredible patience, working through his issues and trying different things to keep him comfortable. Way above and beyond what she should have had to deal with and we are so appreciative of her patience with Jock and love for all of our animals. She was a perfect sitter in every way!  Thanks Val!
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Andrea
Boris and Donald are extremely friendly dogs and easy to look after.

I followed their normal routine and they ate well, slept well and walked well off lead in the fields. On the days when livestock were in all surrounding fields I walked them on lead and they were both very good.

Andrea was a good communicator, when they arrived at their destination she knew the network service was poor and gave alternative  phone numbers as a just incase which wasn't needed but great communication.

The beautiful house is in a lovely quiet location surrounded by beautiful walks.

I had a very comfortable and relaxing stay with the added bonus of Boris and Donald's company for the long weekend.

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