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Anica S.

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Anica S.

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Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Fear-Free Care for All Animals

I've had animals my entire life, with my first pet being a rabbit named Angel! For the past three years, I've worked professionally in animal care, gaining experience with dogs of all ages, temperaments, and medical needs. I'm also experienced in caring for a variety of small animals, including rabbits, rodents, reptiles, and birds in both a professional and personal setting. I am Fear-Free certified and have an in-depth understanding of canine body language and regularly work with dogs that have handling sensitivities, food or resource guarding behaviors, and stranger or dog reactivity. My experience also includes working in zoological settings, and I currently care for dogs, cats, and small animals in an animal shelter. I have a deep respect for every animal I meet and strive to provide compassionate, attentive care to everyone—from the tiniest mouse to the largest Great Dane. Reptiles hold a special place in my heart, so you can trust that I'll love and care for your scaly babies as if they were my own!

Cat care experience

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Fear-Free Cat Care

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet's safety, comfort, and well-being are always my top priorities. As a Fear Free Certified animal care professional, I use low-stress handling techniques and adapt my approach to each pet's individual personality and needs. Whether your pet is energetic, shy, or has special behavioral or medical considerations, I'm committed to providing calm, compassionate care. I'll always follow your care instructions closely and keep your pet's routine as consistent as possible while you're away. You can also expect regular updates and photos, so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is happy and well cared for. I require an in-home meet and greet with all new dog friends to make sure they're comfortable with me entering their space while you're away.

Ratings and reviews

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Melissa W.
Aug 07, 2026

Anica has been an exceptional pet sitter for my elderly dog, Poppy, as well as my cat and rabbit. Poppy is blind, with neurologic and mobility issues. She requires a lot of care! Anica reliably keeps my fragile girl safe, comfortable and calm. I trust her completely. As a dog mom and veterinarian, I highly recommend Anica!

Emily W.
Aug 04, 2026

I've had the pleasure of working with Anica as an animal care attendant at a local shelter, and I can't recommend her enough. She trained me when I first started working in kennels, and from day one she was patient, encouraging, and kind. She has a natural ability to understand animals and always treats them with compassion and respect. Anica has experience working with a wide variety of animals and can confidently handle many different personalities and situations. In addition to dogs and cats, she also has experience caring for small animals and reptiles in both a professional and personal capacity. Her knowledge and comfort with different species make her an excellent choice for families with more than just cats and dogs. Whether you're looking for someone to walk your dog, provide drop-in visits, or care for your small pets or reptiles while you're away, Anica is someone you can trust. She is dependable, attentive, and genuinely cares about every animal she works with. There are very few people outside of my own family whom I would trust with my dog, especially after 11 years together, but I can say with absolute certainty that I would trust Anica with any of my pets without hesitation. I know anyone who books with her will be leaving their pets in excellent hands.

Daniel N.
Aug 04, 2026

Anica is a kind and caring person who has always had such a love and passion for all animals. She is always excited about meeting new friends and learning more about them no matter how big or small they are. From caring for her own families pets, to volunteering and interning at zoos, to working full time in a shelter with dogs I’ve never seen her passion dim or diminish even a little, she’s always excited to show off all the animals she’s met and talk about how sweet and loving they are even when they’ve had a rough history. She truly believes that all animals deserve love, care, and understanding and does her best to provide them with the same attention and concern that she would her own pets. I can’t think of anyone else I would trust more to care for my pets.

Amy S.
Aug 04, 2026

I would highly recommend Anica for caring for your dog, small animal or snake/reptile. Anica has a good sense about all animals and treats them with love kindness and respect. Anica is good at reading body language of dogs as well. Anica also has a calming presence about her just being near dogs. She understands what it means love and to have a fur baby because she has one of her own and would protect them to the best of her ability. Dogs and small animals are Anicas happy place !! Your pet would be in the best hands ! And Anica is a lovely human being !

Chris O.
Aug 03, 2026

Here is a draft for your Rover review: 5/5 Stars – Anica is amazing! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you are looking for a pet sitter who will love your furry (or scaly!) family members as much as you do, look no further than Anica S. She recently cared for our Goldendoodle, Sully, for 7 days while we were away on a family vacation, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. From day one, Anica took the time to truly learn about Sully’s unique needs, routine, and personality. She is naturally caring, loving, and deeply knowledgeable about all types of animals—from dogs to reptiles! Throughout our trip, Anica kept us completely at ease by sending frequent updates and adorable photos. Sully was thoroughly taken care of, spoiled with affection, and clearly had a total blast with her. We will definitely be using Anica’s services again in the future. Highly, highly recommended!

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Schedule

I work professionally in animal care three days a week and would love to spend my extra time helping care for your fur, feathered, and scaly companions! I’m passionate about providing loving, attentive care to every animal I meet.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Anica can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
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.