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Alyssa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
59 repeat clients
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Alyssa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
59 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $29 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Paws and Connect

I've loved dogs and all other animals since I was a kid. I’ve always said that I was born loving them and they have been a safe haven for me since childhood! I also became fascinated with obedience training dogs at a young age and would spend hours researching animal behavior. I trained my own German Shepherd and American Bulldog puppies when I was 14. Then, in 2018 I graduated as a certified dog trainer from Animal Behavior College. I have now been caring for pets professionally for almost three years. I have several years of experience administering oral and topical medication, and am able to administer insulin to dogs and cats as well. I have owned a bearded dragon and a turtle, and recently gained experience caring for adorable little bunnies and chickens so I am open to requests to care for small animals, birds and reptiles! I absolutely love any animal I meet and my focus is on building connections with fur babies and their families. 💕 I’m confident that I'm the passionate and caring dog walker/pet sitter you are looking for and look forward to meeting you and your babies! *Please note* Standard rates are *starting at and cover bookings scheduled Monday through Friday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM and Saturday's 1:00-6:00pm, within a travel distance of up to 5 miles. Unavailable: Wed 6:00–9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sun 12:00–3:00 PM Please check the calendar for availability. I completely understand that pets don't follow a 9 to 5 schedule! I'm happy to help with: - after-hours visits (outside standard times above, including Sunday's, +25%) - Locations beyond the 5-mile radius (separate, small travel fee based on your specific needs) 🤗🐾 Bookings needing both (fees simply add together)

Cat care experience

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Aspiring Kitty Whisperer

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

Qualifications

59 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet’s safety and trust are my priority. For initial visits, we take things at your pet's pace to ensure they are comfortable. I make sure doors are secure after entering and leaving your home. I'm alert to your pet's health & behavior throughout our stay and only paw-rent approved treats are given. Each family's circumstances are different, so I will get familiar with them at our meet and greet and follow instructions accordingly. Each time, you will receive a detailed update about our visit or walk together!

Ratings and reviews

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215 ratings
Michelle W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 25, 2026

Alyssa has done a great job with my sweet Labrador. She plays with him and keeps up with his training while I’m away at work. And she sends the best updates with photos, stories, and videos so I know he is being well cared for! Would highly recommend her services!

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Abe F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 24, 2026

Alyssa was amazing, she helped us out on short notice and was super communicative throughout the hang with our dog. Would definitely recommend her for all your pet care needs!

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Greg H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 24, 2026

She's an amazing pet sitter. Immediately bonded with our dogs! She's on time and great at communicating and listening. Highly recommend!

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Todd N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 06, 2026

Alyssa is a natural dog person, and we are so happy she’s available for our dog, Clara. She’s a great communicator, prompt, organized, and really just put us at ease for the first visit and beyond. Highly recommend!

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Felicity J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 21, 2026

Exceptional, thoughtful care as always!

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Colleen S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Feb 13, 2026

Did excellent with my older dog with particular habits, always on my list when I need an extra set of hands!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am currently a full time pet-sitter. This allows me to spend most of my time with my fur babies and yours! Your babies will be loved on like my own!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Alyssa can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or social triggers. I’ll be sure to stay consistent with any forms of training you are working on. It's my favorite getting to know your pet’s background, the story of how you adopted each other and why you chose their name!
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.