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OMG!! If I could have left 10 stars for McKenna and Nero, I would have!! They were our first experience with pet sitters through zeewoi (zeewoi) and, frankly, they will be very hard to top! Maky and Nero were VERY attentive to our pets and their faraway owners. We liked them immediately, both as people and pet sitters! They communicated well, quickly, and sent those wonderful pics and videos of our fur babies to reassure us that not only was all fine, but our Tavi and Max were thriving. It was a long stay - six weeks - and a long story. One not without it's complications. The night before we were scheduled to leave on our trip, Max had emergency back surgery!!! Sadly, not an uncommon occurrence for dachshunds, even little 8 lb. minis. We, of course, postponed our departure for a week, but with Maky and Nero at the lake, we were able to leave Tavi with them so we could focus on Max. That was a blessing. The blessing continued in that neither Maky nor Nero were intimidated or uncomfortable taking care of a post-surgical little dog. We left on our trip to Australia to welcome our granddaughters into the world comfortable that Max was in good hands. Indeed he was. Maky and Nero followed all the post-surgical instructions, even the hard bits, with grace and ease. Max was handled with amazingly tender care which truly eased our concern at having to leave him. Tavi was not ignored either. Maky and Nero took him on walks and hikes. Gave him plenty of attention (and probably treats, if Tavi could wangle them ; ) ) Both dogs got plenty of love and snuggles which is the most important thing to them and us. Honestly, I can't say enough good things about Maky and Nero. Hope they're available next time we need pet sitters! They spoiled us for that. We wish them both the very best and good pet sits and travels.
I had a good time looking after Chooch for a week in Oakland. It is clear that Katherine knows her dog well as she let me know exactly how to care for him before hand. Chooch is quite old so sitters must be comfortable taking care of an older dog. He is very mellow and happy just to hang out or sleep. His toe does get bloody since his back legs give out sometime. Katherine informed me of this before hand and how to care for it. There were helpful instructions laid out for his feeding instructions as well. I was able to work from home from Katherine place with no issues and took advantage of her nice yard space. The neighbors in the area were also very friendly.
It was a pleasure to take care of Millie and Pheobe. Betsey and her husband welcomed us very warmly and tells us everything we need to know about their house and their pets. Phoebe and Millie are really easy to take care of and are kind with human and other dogs when we were at dogs park. The house is great and the car they lent was convenient to visit the city. We would recommend petsit for Betsey
I had a lovely two weeks at Kerrie and Adain’s place. Kerrie came to pick me up from the ferry which I appreciated a lot. They both took the time to show me around the house and tell me about the animals so when they left the next day I felt very comfortable about it all. They’re a really kind couple and it was nice to stay in touch when they were away - it all felt very relaxed, easygoing and fun. Jack is a sweetheart and I enjoyed it a lot when he came for cuddles (he has a crazy purr 😉). The rabbits were a new experience for me - they’re very cheeky and really need watching when they’re out but they’re also funny to watch and to play and cuddle a bit with. The house is beautiful and feels like a happy place - even on a rainy day it feels very uplifting with beach and island vibes all around 😊
Sarah and Bryce's space was super clean and cozy, and Oscar and Max were a ton of fun to take care of. We really enjoyed our time with them and hope to sit here again!
lovely house and lovely dogs!
It was such a pleasure sitting for Sammy! He’s such a sweet silly dog who loves to be near humans and to play outside in his yard. It doesn’t take long to tire him out and once he is, he’s an angel all day just seeping and being an excellent lookout for pesky pedestrians. Regan and Claire left everything I might need to know while watching Sammy. They are laid back and had excellent communication and thought of pretty much everything I might need to know about their house and Sammy before they left. If you get a chance to sit for them I’d highly recommend it. Best dog, most comfortable bed and I’d def come back for the awesome coffee machine :)
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Ruxton Hills, Maryland?
From to for the cat sitting and from 29.9950 to 29.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 29.9940 for the cat sitting and 29.99 for the dog sitting. On Sittsy you can find a pet sitter who will not charge you anything for keeping your pets at home.
Do pet sitters come to your house?
Yes, you can find a home pet sitter to stay in your house with your pet overnight and provide 24/7 care for your pets. You can include in your listing time the advisable timeframe that the pet sitter should adhere to and not leave your pet alone in the house. Usually, it's not to leave the pet alone for more than 4 hours.
How often should a pet sitter visit?
The pet sitter for the cat should visit at least once a day. For the dogs, the pet sitter should visit at least three times per day, the best solution is if the sitter stays overnight and watches your pets all the time.
How to find a trustworthy pet sitter in Ruxton Hills, Maryland ?
Look at the pet sitter with a high rating, and many previous bookings with good reviews, ask the sitter to make a meet and meet before confirming the booking online or in-person, and reach out to the pet owners where the sitter stayed before asking about reference.
What are the red flags in a pet sitter?
Common red flags in pet sitters are bad reviews from previous pet owners, a high cancellation rate after approval, a sitter who doesn't have a background check, a sitter who refuses to meet and greet in person or online, and a sitter who wants to make bookings outside of the platform.
Is it safe to hire a pet sitter?
Yes, it is safe to hire a pet sitter it's still advisable to see if the sitter has a background check, good reviews, and past bookings and make a meet and greet before confirmation in this way you can reduce risk to the minimum.
Do pet sitters stay all day?
Yes, pet sitters stay all day in your house and also they stay overnight, the sitter can leave your home for up to 4 hours or for a different time that you can discuss during the meet and greet.
I got Zion right before COVID. I don’t know what his previous owners did to him but he was very nervous and reactive. I took him to Petco for training but the trainer, let’s just say wasn’t very effective.The neighbors at the apartment at which I was living at the time complained every time Zion walked from one part of my apartment to another. School was still in a brick and mortar so I needed to find someone to take care of him during the day. I stumbled upon Demille and Jill and let them know my situation, how Zion was, etc. They met him and agreed to board him during the week. They would send me pictures and Zion looked super happy. Without knowing it, they helped Zion immensely. My boyfriend and I stumbled upon the unofficial dog park at Wyman Park. At first we were skeptical about letting him go but then we remembered the pictures Jill and Demille would send of him playing with other dogs, being happy and we let him go and he was just fine. He was calm. His reactivity had significantly diminished. When I travel, it’s Jill and Demille I call because they know Zion and his quirks and love him regardless. Thanks, Guys for being so good with and to Zion. With your help, he really has come a long way.
Jill runs such a loving and care dog care service! We had tried (and failed) with a few other services before finding Hampden Hounds. But Jill made us feel so comfortable and she takes such great care of our dog! We always get multiple pictures a day when she’s walking or watching him and she is always very responsive. Would definitely recommend Hampden Hounds to anyone looking for dog care services!
Our dog goes to hampden hounds so often that when we start heading that direction it’s hard to keep her on her leash! Jill sends pictures every day and our pup is exhausted by time we get back. Also super flexible when plans change last minute and easy to contact via email or text, she is very responsive. I highly recommend, especially if your in the Hampden area!
Our dog has always been treated so well in every possible way by Jill. We love the updates, pictures during walks, and the care she puts into the dogs and her business. When we moved out of the city, we solely used Hampden Hounds for boarding. There is nobody else we’d rather use to care for our dog!
There aren’t words to express how grateful we are to Hampden Hounds. From walking my energetic dog multiple times a day while I worked long hours, to caring for her for several days while I was in the hospital, to boarding her for holidays and vacations, I could always count on Jill to make sure my girl was well cared for. Hampden Hounds was the only boarding I trusted when my dog was 16 years old and needed a lot of special attention. Even after I left the city, I drove an hour to make sure our dog was in the best care whenever I couldn’t be with her. We love Hampden Hounds!
The most flexible, responsive, and trustworthy dog walkers we’ve worked with. We adjust our schedule each week and it’s not a problem at all. Our dog is very shy around new people, but Demille was extremely patient with her from the start, and now she loves when he shows up. Couldn’t recommend more.
Our very large Lab, Darwin, adores Demille, who provides love, care and excellent exercise in all sorts of weather. We are so pleased with the outstanding services Hampden Hounds provides and we recommend them to everyone. Darwin uses dog walking and day care services and loves his time with Demille and Jill. Jill is an excellent communicator to both humans and dogs alike. Hampden Hounds is a pandemic puppy’s dream come true. Love getting the photos from walks. The photo is Darwin after a walk with DeMille!
Demille is a dog whisperer. My great dane/walker tree hound loves him. He looks forward to the daily walks and is excited to see him each and every time. He comes back the happiest boy from each walk. And, he is not easy to deal with - is …
My dog Jasmine gets so excited every time she goes to see Jill and DeMille. She always meets new friends and I don’t worry about how she is doing or how she is being treated, like I have with others in the past. Jill always sends me update …
Jill from Hampden Hounds is kind and reliable, and our dogs LOVE her. She walks our pups every workday. When I am working from home I get to see just how happy our dogs are when Jill arrives at the front door for their walk! Prices are very reasonable, too.
Amazing service, good people , all around star citizen
I loved her dogs and wish I was chosen to sit them.
I really love this place!! Although I drove by it for many years because my pup had already had a doggie day care since birth🐶...I decided to stop by one day to see what they had to offer and the people were so friendly, very helpful and …
Olivia is a wonderful trainer. She really took the time to listen to our needs first our puppy and everyone is so impressed with how she is doing! She communicates well and it was so fun to get video updates. All the handlers at BFFE make us feel special welcome every day.
My dog had such a great time at doggy daycare! My dog is a total social butterfly and hates being left home alone. Playing with other dogs is his absolute favorite thing. Knowing that he was getting to play with other dogs and getting pets …
We were in puppy training with our 4 mot month old puppy. She is an amazing animal behavioralist and could answer a lot of questions. We learned so much from her. …
Love everything about this place! We have a Cavapoo who has a bit of anxiety and we hardly ever board him. He’s been there multiple times now, a couple with extended stays and EVERY SINGLE staff member we’ve met has been exceptionally …
I can't say enough how much my pups enjoy coming here. I even get to check on them through a camera whether I am traveling or just need a nice Daycare day for them while I am work. My pups are truly happy and that is all that matters.
Best Friends Furever is simply the best. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The trainers do a great job. Our dogs have been going there for daycare twice a week for years. We also have boarded our dogs there when we go out of town. …
My dog needs the special assistance program that they offer, which means the dogs hang in the office area adjacent to the lobby. I found it chaotic and noisy which isn’t especially good for old dogs, etc. Staff was nice but during my tour …
It was so much fun to receive photos and reports on Louie while we were away! We enjoyed watching him at play on the webcams! The staff is awesome!! He will definitely return for more good times :)
My puppy loves BFFE Cockeysville location. As a new Dog Mom I find comfort in being able to check on my puppy through the client portal live video. I even received a video report card on his first day at doggie day care!! He played in the water and went swimming!!
We could not be more grateful for Crate Escape. Astro is SO excited for his day care days, and he always comes out happy and exhausted! They’ve always taken such great care of him, especially when we’ve boarded him there for a few nights while we were out of town. Keith is so enthusiastic and excellent at what he does, and their prices are super reasonable. There have even been several times that we are out walking him in the neighborhood and run into a staff member who recognizes him instantly. Astro is always so excited to see them and say hi, and it’s honestly a great indicator of how great the entire business is that they know each dog by name so quickly, and the dogs know and love every one of them!
Potato practically drags me to the door he is so excited to get to daycare here! Staff is great- super friendly and accommodating. You can tell they all love where they work! Keith, the owner, is super friendly and is very communicative if there is ever a problem! We've been coming here almost 2 years! Could not recommend more! The crate less boarding is also very cool and such a treat for our baby to have a big sleepover with everyone! Potato always comes home happy!
This place rocks. My dog literally does flips whenever we say "doggie daycare.". I'm not kidding when I say that this is a well oiled machine. They intake hundreds of dogs every morning and make it seem effortless. The entire staff knows my dog on a personal basis, and a good deal of them know me as well. Good Lord, they're so friendly. I want to sit on a couch and watch movies and eat popcorn with these people (surrounded by small and medium sized pooches). My dog wants to do this, too. I hope they don't lose their charm when they move. Six stars for this place.
GDDC is great. Lots of space and they group dogs together based on personality so every good boy has an amazing experience. The staff are clearly dog lovers, and my pupper is really excited to see them and all his good doggie friends. I haven't tried boarding yet but plan to in the near future. Cost is reasonable.
My dog loves loves this place. He is so excited when he gets here and loves to play with the other dogs. The staff is always kind and welcoming. They don’t use kennels when boarding over night so my dog can board with them too. The dogs stay on doggy beds in the sleeping rooms and staff stay there too.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! GDDC is the BEST!!! The staff is great and they take great care of my Riley. She has such much fun running around with the other dogs there, she will go to sleep on the 8 minute ride home.
This place is a gem. My dog is a shy girl, and they were so kind and caring in helping her to acclimate. Within the first few visits, she was leaping out of the car in excitement to get inside and play! I like how they rotate the dogs through various play rooms and outdoor yards, it’s great for them to have that variety throughout the day. The staff are just wonderful and it’s evident they really care about the pups having a good experience away from home! It feels great bringing her there and knowing she’s in excellent hands.
I am beyond impressed and so thrilled with this doggy daycare. Lila, my sweet and sensitive 3 year old rescue, has had the best experience here, and she is so excited to go every single time. The workers truly care, and they get to know your dog and you -- the first few times I came in, I was shocked to see how they recognized myself and Lila and took the time to explain how she was doing. Matt, Jackie, and the rest of the staff are incredibly experienced and know the dogs inside and out, and they are able to assess each dog in the initial evaluation and create an enjoyable environment for them, based on the dog groups and different rooms (indoor and outdoor) that they take them through. The staff are all so talented and in touch with each of the dogs in the daycare, which makes me feel reassured with their attention to detail and kindness in caring for each individual dog. Additionally, beyond what you see in person when you visit, the doggy cam is so helpful with alleviating worries and feeling connected to your dog. I see the staff working so hard to keep the dogs engaged, cleaning up accidents immediately and sanitizing, and helping to calm them down during naptime, which is enforced everyday during the middle of the day. It's so sweet how they pay attention and look after the dogs -- for example, on a colder day, they put a lil jacket on Lila to help keep her warm because of her short hair, along with the other dogs with shorter hair. I thought that was so adorable and considerate! They streamline any possible stress and logistics of doggy daycare, since you can drop off in the morning for full day or later on after 2pm for a half day, along with food that you would want them to give your dog. There's no need to call ahead of time or worry about cancellations for daycare like other places. They have a waiting list but its to ensure that they have the capacity to actually get to know your dog and provide you with a peace of mind when dropping off whenever you need to. It's the best run doggy daycare for sure, not just in Baltimore, but throughout the Northeast in the other areas I have lived in previously and tried out. I am so happy I found this daycare, since I now know that Lila has a safe and fun place to go on my busier days with people who care about her, and I could not recommend more!
We have been taking our pups here for years and I'm pretty sure they like being here better than being at home.
I love this place. They make it so easy and it’s pretty affordable for what you get. I’ve also done boarding here and it’s also a breeze. I’ve never had any issues and my dog is so excited to be dropped off here!
We adopted an 18 month old terrier who had some trauma issues… and we were worried he wouldn’t adjust. But they have been great with him!! Adley loves it! He goes a few days a week and he spent the night for 4 days. The staff is great! Very kind and welcoming. Grateful for GDDC!
Have used GDDC for about half a year for daycare and boarding. They run a very tight operation and screen new dogs to make sure there are no issues with aggression. During the day, dogs are grouped together with a monitor to make sure there is no trouble. Dogs are moved across multiple areas and provided time for eating and napping to keep them engaged. For boarding, dogs are entirely crate-free. There is a camera monitoring system so you can check in on your dog throughout the day. Felt safe enough to do a 7 day boarding with our own dog and it was a great experience.
