Shaw, Washington DC
Your dog's favorite part of the day.
Walks, drop-in visits, and overnight boarding from someone your building already trusts. A lifetime with animals, over 100 five-star reviews, and a calendar built around your dog, not an app.
- 5.0 stars 133 reviews on Rover
- 10 years of professional pet care
- 21 repeat clients
Services and rates
Straightforward pricing.
No app fees. Text or call to set up a recurring schedule.
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30-Minute Walk
A solo walk around the block, fresh water, and a quick recap after.
$20
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60-Minute Walk
A longer route for dogs who need to burn more energy.
$40
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Drop-In Visit
Feeding, fresh water, playtime, and a bathroom break at home. Great for cats too.
Same as walks, by time: $20 for 30 minutes, $40 for 60.
$20 / $40
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Overnight BoardingIn-home
Your dog (or cat) stays with me overnight. Familiar routine, no kennel.
$65/night
About Colleen
Animals have been my whole life.
I started watching dogs in my own neighborhood as a kid, and after college I ran a nonprofit rescue group, so animal care has genuinely been my whole life, not a side gig. Over 10 years I've worked with dogs, cats, birds, and small pets of every kind, with a nature I'd call strict but loving.
I work from home part-time, so your dog gets real attention, not a rushed visit between other jobs. What started as walks booked through Rover has grown into a neighborhood practice: most of my clients now book with me directly, because the same person shows up, on the same schedule, every time.
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Comfortable with any dog
Puppies still learning the ropes to gentle seniors. Cats too.
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Consistency, not an app
One walker who knows your dog, your building, and your doorman.
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Trusted by luxury buildings
Ask your concierge. Chances are they already know me.
Where I work
Shaw, and the blocks around it.
My walking and drop-in footprint is the heart of Shaw: Rhode Island Ave NW to the north, 6th St NW to the east, M St NW to the south, and 11th St NW to the west. Not sure you're inside it? Text me your cross streets and I'll confirm right away.
Boarding
Boarding happens at my home in Shaw, and drop-off is open to dogs from anywhere in the city. I ask to meet every dog and owner first, so we both know it's a good fit. I don't take aggressive dogs or dogs over 80 lbs.
The regulars
Some of the dogs on my schedule.
Big, small, young, and not-so-young.
Reviews
What clients say.
Real reviews from Rover clients.
"An absolute angel — trustworthy and compassionate."
"Always goes above and beyond. She's the best."
"An intuitive, adaptable walker who really cares."
"Amazing — so loving and kind to my cat."
"So communicative — my anxious dog came back happy and healthy."
Most of my current clients now book directly rather than through the app, but every review was earned there first. See them for yourself, or ask your building's concierge for a reference.
Ready to book?
Text is fastest. Or send a note here and I'll reply the same day.