About Me

Hi Annapolis! My name is Darby and I am an in-home petsitter. I have been petsitting for about 6 years--I began with some of my babysitting clients who asked me to dogsit, then moved to Rover, and now I have started my own business! I offer petsitting services in Annapolis and Arnold; if you're located in another surrounding town, please reach out as I'm open to some areas of Edgewater, Severna Park, and Davidsonville. I am insured through Pet Care Insurance. Even if you don't book with me, please make sure you're petsitters have their own insurance!

Throughout my life, I've had 2-3 dogs at any given time. In college, I got a BA in Psychology, and realized how much of it is applicable to dog training. While I am not a dog trainer myself, I do attend weekly dog training classes so that I am continually aware of how to best interact and communicate with dogs. 

I do not have any breed restrictions. In fact, I grew up with German Shepherds, and am a dog mom to 3 Siberian Huskies and a German Shepherd (all of whom were adopted!) I also had a domestic, long hair tuxedo cat for 14 years. My family's West Highland Terrier has had Addison's Disease since he was a puppy, so I am used to daily medication and special dietary needs, as well. However, please share any medical needs before booking.

I completely understand how stressful it can be to leave your pets at home. Ask my parents (they're my dogsitters!) how many times I check in on my pups when I'm away....an unnecessary amount, I'm a terrible client! But, our pets are our family and leaving them with someone who isn't family is a big deal. So rest assured, I want to ease your anxiety about leaving them, and make sure that they're also as relaxed as possible!