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Anika J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Anika J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Highlights

Enhanced background check
17 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Grad student who loves pets!

I grew up with fish, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, dogs, cats, and horses and also have extensive experience fostering! I have cared for everything from shy rabbits in need of socialization to pregnant guinea pigs to a wide range of dogs. I have fostered litters of young puppies, dogs recovering from medical procedures, senior dogs, and dogs on behavioral modification plans. I have plenty of experience watching a wide variety of species with varied need levels and would love to meet your pet(s)!

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Safety is always my top priority! I always communicate with pet owners to find out what they and their pet need to be safe and comfortable.

Ratings and reviews

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14 ratings
Sue B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 03, 2026

Anika took such great care of all our menagerie of chickens, chicks, fish, cats, and even our grumpy little old dog! She was great about communicating and put us completely at ease. Highly recommend, and look forward to working with her again! 😊

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Julia K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 22, 2026

Anika is amazing as ever! Super detailed updates and pictures, and she goes above and beyond to make our pets feel comfortable and happy

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Michael L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Aug 28, 2025

Anika is an awesome dog walker. She was extremely reliable, had my dog's health and happiness as a primary concern, and is loved by my dog. Highly recommended!

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Michael L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Jun 19, 2025

Anika is an amazing dog walker. We have used her services for months and our dog is now always happy to see her when she comes. She is responsible, fun, and caring. Thank you Anika!

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Julia K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mar 04, 2025

Anika did an amazing job house sitting for our cat and anxious dog. She was incredibly attentive and provided detailed updates. We've never seen our nervous dog take to someone so quickly!

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Molly W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 05, 2024

Anika was an amazing dog and house sitter. We got incredible updates twice a day with photos we loved. We hope Anika can sit our pups again because they were so happy.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Currently a full time grad student so am available to stop by for longer visits in the mornings and evenings and pop in for a quick check in midday. Happy to chat more about what you might need!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Anika can host up to 1 pet per night
What makes your pets feel most comfortable with a new person? Do they have any favorite toys or walks to go on? Are there any medical or other special instructions I should be aware of?
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.