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Marissa C.

Orange, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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Experienced quality exercise& play!

Pet care experience

Throughout my whole life I have owned and worked with dogs. I currently work at a dog daycare in Costa Mesa/Newport Beach and have been working there for going onto 4 years. After interning at a very busy 24/7 Emergency Vet Hospital and also supervising at my dog center, I’m working on the next steps to depart from my 9-5 and open my own business. Not only do I have hands on experience with all AKC breeds, mixes, and sizes of dogs; but I have also studied the psychology of both humans and dogs. With my undergrad in Behavioral Psychology (UWM- Wisconsin girl here!!) I have learned to apply certain techniques with each dog based on my observations working with them. It’s important to me that the animal I’m caring for, is comfortable. I strongly believe in gaining their trust before any other interaction when working with new dogs. With my personal work, nurture has been the way of success with 85% of the dogs I meet. The other 15% need a stern, assertive leader to help guide them a bit. Thankfully, I have much experience and confidence with both. Is your dog a puppy? Reactive? Have separation anxiety? A senior? Have a health or neurological related disorder(s)? You can trust in me. I will work with you to ensure that your pup, in even a 15 min walk, to anything more is in a healthy relaxed state of mind.

Reviews

Jeanie t.
Dog Walking • Oct 30, 2022
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Thank you for finding time for them!! We really appreciate you 🥰

Jeanie t.
Dog Walking • Oct 07, 2022
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I’m just very grateful to have you and now to hear that you won’t be able to come around just breaks our hearts. Tell your boyfriend I said thank you for helping you with the boys. Give me heads up if you have more time to take them out!!!

Jeanie t.
Dog Walking • Aug 31, 2022
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I love the pictures and the updates it was nice to see you here and there 🫠 Let me know if your free on Monday’s and Thursday’s.

Jeanie t.
Dog Walking • Aug 17, 2022
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I love your feed backs and I’m so happy you put in your extra time to help keep the boys happy & busy we really appreciate you so much thank you ☺️

About Marissa C.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

One of my biggest rules when working with other clients’ dogs is gaining their trust with not only them, but their animal. I have worked in many homes, driven dog daycare shuttles to houses and made sure to keep in constant contact with the owner. It’s very important to me to ensure the peace of mind of the dog’s comfort and the owner who very often isn’t present. I will always update with pictures and videos and stay connected with you.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Marissa C. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed or size limits. Please let me know whatever your dog needs. Every dog has their own silly quirks, so let me know if there is anything to be aware of! :)

A typical day

Dog parks are all over my area! Every dog that I have taken there has the time of their life. I will make sure they are plenty tired by the end of the visit! *Update* Dog parks can be a hit or miss, depending on the dog I’m working with and the setting of the park that day. Very often, other owners aren’t actively present with their dog at the dog parks and I have witnessed many altercations. More than anything, I am most confident taking your dog where they are familiar but interestedly motivated. I typically do a quick google maps search to see good paths and walkways in your neighborhood. When boarding and sitting, I have more time to observe your dog and see if a dog park, beach, or setting with other dogs is a good idea for them that day. I have a lot of experience with identifying dog behavioral patterns and trust myself to keep your dog in a good place.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$81per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Marissa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Marissa can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work to fit your dog scheduled necessities into my own. I am relatively flexible and very often am able to adjust my work schedule to accommodate your pups’ needs. We will communicate to figure out a routine that works for both of us.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Marissa C.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

One of my biggest rules when working with other clients’ dogs is gaining their trust with not only them, but their animal. I have worked in many homes, driven dog daycare shuttles to houses and made sure to keep in constant contact with the owner. It’s very important to me to ensure the peace of mind of the dog’s comfort and the owner who very often isn’t present. I will always update with pictures and videos and stay connected with you.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Marissa C. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed or size limits. Please let me know whatever your dog needs. Every dog has their own silly quirks, so let me know if there is anything to be aware of! :)

A typical day

Dog parks are all over my area! Every dog that I have taken there has the time of their life. I will make sure they are plenty tired by the end of the visit! *Update* Dog parks can be a hit or miss, depending on the dog I’m working with and the setting of the park that day. Very often, other owners aren’t actively present with their dog at the dog parks and I have witnessed many altercations. More than anything, I am most confident taking your dog where they are familiar but interestedly motivated. I typically do a quick google maps search to see good paths and walkways in your neighborhood. When boarding and sitting, I have more time to observe your dog and see if a dog park, beach, or setting with other dogs is a good idea for them that day. I have a lot of experience with identifying dog behavioral patterns and trust myself to keep your dog in a good place.

Location

Orange, CA

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Marissa C.

Orange, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews