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Alissa F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
36 repeat clients
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Alissa F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
36 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

Alissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Vet Assistant, loves all animals!

I’ve cared for dogs and cats (and various rodents and reptiles) for about 10 years by walking, sitting, feeding, and playing with them. I worked at Murray Hill Vet in New Providence, NJ as a part time Vet assistant about 6 years, so I know how to administer all kinds of medications as well as take care of all animals. I have 2 dogs of my own, one of which I have raised as a puppy. The newest addition to my family is a cat that I found and rescued from UM campus.

Cat care experience

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Vet Assistant animal lover!

Alissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

36 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am comfortable with crating and caring for pets however you see fit. I am very respectful of your household and will strictly follow instructions. I usually will not let your dog near other dogs on a walk unless told otherwise (you never know how dogs will react to certain dogs).

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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116 ratings
alex d.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 14, 2026

Alissa took wonderful care of our cat while we were away for a couple days. It was our first time leaving our cat, and Alissa took time to get to know her and her routine. She gave playtime each visit, and sent very sweet photos and updates, which helped us feel confident she was doing well. Thank you, Alissa!

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Douglas N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2026

Alissa is always outstanding. Highly recommend her!

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Paige S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 14, 2026

Alissa is the best with our dog! Our rescue is very afraid of strangers and Alissa is so patient with her! She loves Alissa now and we can always count on her to be there for our fur baby! Thank you Alissa!

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Rodrigo I.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 09, 2026

Alissa was outstanding, ultra reliable, many pics of the pets and not a hint of stress. Highly recommend!!!!

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Sylvie R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 08, 2026

Always know Charlie is taken care of, plants are watered and things are just as we left them with Alissa!

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Douglas N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Apr 04, 2026

Alissa is our go-to for our girls, Lucy and Chloe. They ask for her specifically! A pleasure to work with. Highest recommendation!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I just graduated from the University of Miami and am taking a gap year before applying to medical school. I work a full-time job Mondays-Fridays while studying for the MCAT, but I’m still available for morning and afternoon walks/drop ins during week days and full availability on weekends

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Alissa can host up to 7 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any behaviors that I should prepare for. Also, let me know if they require any medication/special needs.
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.