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Anna M.

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Anna M.

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Ithaca, NY

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $30 per visit

Highlights

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12 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Vet Student Pet Care

As a first-year veterinary student at Cornell University, I've spent years volunteering in animal care settings, including veterinary hospitals, doggy daycares, training facilities, and animal shelters. These experiences have given me hands-on experience with pets of all ages, breeds, and personalities, while teaching me how to recognize and accommodate their individual needs. I also have two Standard Poodles that I've raised from puppies. They couldn't be more different—one is calm and gentle, while the other is energetic and always ready for adventure! Caring for dogs with such different temperaments has made me comfortable adapting to each pet's unique personality and routine. I've trained both of my dogs myself using positive reinforcement, so if you'd like, I'm happy to reinforce basic obedience or practice a few simple tricks during visits. I also groom them myself during school breaks, giving me experience with routine coat care and handling. I'm patient, attentive, and detail-oriented, and I'll tailor my care to whatever makes your pet happiest—whether that's a long walk, an active play session, exploring outside, or a quiet afternoon of companionship. My goal is to make your pet feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you're away.

Cat care experience

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Vet Student Pet Care

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am happy to come to your home and follow your lead to create the best experience for your pet! I can follow normal routines to keep them at ease, or create new adventures to use up their extra energy.

Ratings and reviews

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Andrea P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 27, 2026

Anna was a perfect sitter, she has a lovely energy and our dogs adored her. She stayed in our hotel room with our dogs while we were out, she fed them dinner and walked them when needed. She sent photos and gave updates and was very communicative. I highly recommend Anna!

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Valerie G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep 07, 2026

Anna was responsive and communicative! She reinforced the leash walking training we've been working on and administered meds to our pups. We can home to a clean home and happy pets!

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Jenny L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Sep 05, 2026

Anna is punctual, great with communication, and very kind -- we're so grateful and lucky to have you care for Snoopy!

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Erica M.
Jun 23, 2026

Anna has been the primary caregiver for our two standard poodles from the time we got them (Dixie is 12, Clementine is 5 years old). Beyond basic care her passion for caring for our dogs has extended to grooming them, training them both with buttons to communicate and traditional commands, and an endless curiosity to ensure they are happy, healthy, and have a fulfilling life. She is extremely responsible, passionate about animals, and dedicated to mastery in everything she does. Her recent graduation with the top GPA from Cornell University's Animal Science undergrad and acceptance to Cornell Vet School is a testament to that. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to care for their pets - you won't find a more thorough or caring individual to love your pets as if they were her own.

Luke M.
Apr 29, 2021

I would highly recommend Anna to anyone looking for a pet sitter! Anna is a life long animal lover and committed to the thoughtful care of any animal she encounters. She is the primary care giver for her two standard poodles including grooming and advanced training. She is kind, sensitive and thoughtful - always approaching each animal with the individual attention they need to feel calm, secure and loved.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

As a first-year veterinary student, my schedule allows me to provide pet care through morning visits, lunchtime drop-ins, evening visits, and overnight stays. I’d love the opportunity to care for your pet while you’re away, making sure they receive plenty of attention, exercise, and affection while keeping their routine as consistent as possible.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Anna can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your pet has any special needs, behaviors, or preferences that I need to account for! I want my visits with them to be as positive experiences as possible.
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.