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Alicia W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Alicia W.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Passionate & experienced petsitter

I am a marine biologist with a passion for animals. I've worked for the past 10 years in dog daycare, boarding facilities and as a professional dogwalker and pet sitter and was on the board of an animal rescue nonprofit for 4 years, fostering both cats and dogs (where I foster failed 2 cats!). I have been certified in pet CPR and am comfortable administering medications. I am very experienced in taking care of all types of animals (birds, rats, guinea pigs, fish, etc.) and all sizes and ages. I look forward to taking care of your pets like they are my own! I have an 13 year old Australian Shepherd and 2 cats in my home and have fostered over 100 animals in the past from neonates to geriatrics.

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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13 ratings
Sean J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 15, 2026

Friendly and helpful with my anxious pup, he came back happy and well taken care of!

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Michele S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 09, 2026

She was great with my anxious dog. Sent photos and updates. Very responsive to all messages and instructions.

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Laura R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 08, 2026

My energetic pup always has a great time with Alicia and her family! She especially loves playing with the kids and kitty. Highly recommend!

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karin a.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 02, 2026

Alicia and her sweet family welcomed Ollie into their home for a 10 day stay. This was Ollie's first stay away from home and Alicia did her best to make him feel safe and comfortable during his stay. Upon pickup he was healthy and happy - would not hesitate to book again!

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karin a.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 23, 2026

Alicia and her family were welcoming and kind and took great care of Ollie. I have already booked his next stay :)

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Cate K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 15, 2026

Alicia was amazing! Very kind and communicative. Stelly felt very comfortable and got lots of love and outside time!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a furloughed federal employee and currently have plenty of time on my hands for your beautiful pets! I can accommodate last minute bookings and can spend extra time if need be.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 4 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have a large yard (unfenced) for your pup to run around and can take them on walks down our dead end non busy street. I am happy to play, snuggle, etc. anything your pet needs to feel comfortable during my stay.

Pets

A typical day

Depending on your needs or desires, I can be flexible in the activities we do while your pet is in my care, just ask! We can go for walks or hikes, run around, lots of couch snuggles, or a favorite park. Just let me know!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Alicia can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know your pet's temperament, what they like and don't like and if they have any special needs or medications. I am happy to accommodate just about any specific needs or wants!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.