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Amber M.

Star Sitter

Champaign, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews
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Services

Amber can host

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

Amber can care for

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

Availability

I currently work at home and can accommodate pets while I am working or before or after work. I like being able to be more flexible if watching a pet in my home, the pet gets more attention while I am working but I also don't mind visiting the pet in the comfort of their own home. I have done a combo also of watching during day at my house and taking the pet home to where they are more comfortable at night and that has also worked out well.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Amber M.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and a dog that absolutely loves other dogs. I also love going on walks and playing with new and interesting things.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Amber M. would like to know about your pet

I need to be aware of any behavior challenges or special accommodations that may be necessary. I owned a special needs elderly dog on medications and am comfortable with most situations. Working in veterinary medicine I am familiar with most health conditions and situations.

A typical day

I love going on walks in beautiful, interesting areas. Also playing with mentally stimulating toys. I am a big fan of the toys that treats can be hidden in and puzzles.

Location

Champaign, IL

Amber M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Amber M. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Veterinary assistant-all animals

Pet care experience

I have a life long passion for animals. This passion drove me to obtain my Bachelor's in Animal Science in May 2016. I currently have 1 dog, two cats, a gecko, two guinea pigs, and several fish including pea puffers that are a part of our family. My degree as well as experience that I received on campus, such as working in a vaccination trial for cats that was designed to spay a female with a vaccine for feral cats to promote population control. This trial provided me with valuable skills. such as handling for laboratory tests and behavior training and enrichment. I have experience with animal behavior, training and biology. I also worked in veterinary clinics for over 2 years which has lead me to work at home currently as a veterinary assistant for Aspca animal poison control. The numerous animals in our family prompted me to sign up as a sitter. I am lucky to have someone care for my animals when I am away as not all animals can be boarded. I realize not all people are that lucky and I want to help. I have experience in administering medications (even insulin) and even did some enrichment when I worked in clinic. For example when everyone went home I would let out some of the well behaved animals boarding and they would follow me around as I was cleaning/finishing up for the day. One of my best buddies was a three legged cat that boarded often. I am also open to looking after farm animals and exotics as I have some and have cared for a bearded dragon and I have experience with farm animals during my time at U of I.. Working in toxicology, I have also learned from pet sitters mistakes when they call in with issues and as a result am extra cautious these days with well everything that could go wrong. I will treat your fur/ or scaley baby as my own and look forward to meeting them.

Cat care experience

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Veterinary assistant who loves cats

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

Reviews

Erik B.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 19, 2026
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Amber is always an excellent sitter! She takes great care when she checks in on our pets and they are always seem so content with her around.

Bekah M.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 08, 2026
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Always takes excellent care of my pets!!

Catherine V.
Dog Walking • Jan 01, 2026
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As first time users of the Rover site, we were lucky to connect with Amber. She’s experienced, professional, & friendly. She quickly got to know our Finley, taking him on awesome walks for 10 days.

Bekah M.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 27, 2025
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Very reliable and always left updates on how my pets were doing with each check in. Will be booking again in the future!

About Amber M.

Communication

25 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard and a dog that absolutely loves other dogs. I also love going on walks and playing with new and interesting things.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog, 2 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Amber M. would like to know about your pet

I need to be aware of any behavior challenges or special accommodations that may be necessary. I owned a special needs elderly dog on medications and am comfortable with most situations. Working in veterinary medicine I am familiar with most health conditions and situations.

A typical day

I love going on walks in beautiful, interesting areas. Also playing with mentally stimulating toys. I am a big fan of the toys that treats can be hidden in and puzzles.

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Amber M.

Star Sitter

Champaign, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
64 reviews