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August S.

Star Sitter

Albuquerque, NM

5.0 out of 5 stars
105 reviews
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Services

August can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

My schedule is completely adaptable to your pet’s needs and routine. This is my sole profession, and my goal is to create zero disturbance in the way your pet usually does things. Please feel free to give me detailed schedule instructions.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About August S.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While I cannot board pets in my own home, I embrace any and all safety measures instructed, as well as anticipate any safety issues and resolve them before an incident can occur.

Information August S. would like to know about your pet

What is your friend’s favorite toy? How do they like to be pet? What tricks do they know - or need help learning? Let me know if there are any house rules (shoes on/off, pets on furniture, barking inside, allowed treats, pass codes or key locations) or any allergies in the household. Location of food and leashes will also be helpful.

A typical day

I love to let pets take the lead on what kind of activities they are in the mood for! Affectionate cuddle time, energetic play, refreshing walks and enrichment are all perfect ways to care for a fluffy loved one. I will follow all structured routine items like meds, feedings, walks, and potty breaks.

Location

Albuquerque, NM

August S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

August S. 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.

Caring, Dependable, Detail Oriented

Pet care experience

Transport, Medications, All Sizes/Breeds/Ages, Any Diet (including Raw) Every pet in my care receives my sole focus during our time together. You can travel with peace of mind knowing that your loved ones are enjoying the comforts of their own routine, sleeping arrangements, walking routes, and meals. I strive to create minimal disruption to your pet’s typical days, provide consistent enrichment, get plenty of exercise in and follow all dietary or medical needs. I am a confident walker, creating strong relationships with each dog in order to provide a safe and fun excursion for your pet and those around us. Reactive dogs are in good hands, and no challenge for me. Backyard play, hiking, and other forms of exercise are all within my wheelhouse. I can walk dogs on/off leash at request depending on local rules. My credentials include over a decade of professional care experience for humans & animals of all ages/abilities. I am in the process of acquiring a certification in R+ behavioral training for canines - this is a completely positive reinforcement based program! I strive to work on communication as a solid base for training. Whether you need a drop in during a long work day, or a week away with the family, I will happily keep your pets cozy until you return.

Cat care experience

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Caring, Dependable, Affectionate

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

Reviews

Stacy B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 11, 2026
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August is awesome!!! I feel so rest assured with him taking care of my cat Sunny.

Amanda D.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 06, 2026
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We just wrapped Mina’s third booking with August and I have no notes- as always he was reliable, communicative, patient with our rescue bb and kept her safe. This trip however had some exciting new developments- our little pitty is slow to warm up to people and it was evident in the photos and notes that she has grown to trust August after just three stays! She also showed significantly less anxiety when we returned, giving this helicopter parents much relief. August was also great about following up to make sure we made it home safely, ensuring Mina wouldn’t be without care. As always, he’s been incredible to work with!

Stacy B.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 07, 2026
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August is amazing!!! Showed up consistently; shared photos & updates; made me feel safe about leaving Sunny so long for the first time! Highly recommend 🐱❤️

Amanda D.
Drop-In Visits • Feb 28, 2026
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August was a perfect fit! Our rescue is very sensitive to new people and was immediately at ease during the meet and greet. While we were away, August was patient, kind and sweet whenever Mina would need more alone time or was curious to get to know him better. He was on time, responsive and reliable. We’ll absolutely work with August again in the future!

About August S.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

18 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

While I cannot board pets in my own home, I embrace any and all safety measures instructed, as well as anticipate any safety issues and resolve them before an incident can occur.

Information August S. would like to know about your pet

What is your friend’s favorite toy? How do they like to be pet? What tricks do they know - or need help learning? Let me know if there are any house rules (shoes on/off, pets on furniture, barking inside, allowed treats, pass codes or key locations) or any allergies in the household. Location of food and leashes will also be helpful.

A typical day

I love to let pets take the lead on what kind of activities they are in the mood for! Affectionate cuddle time, energetic play, refreshing walks and enrichment are all perfect ways to care for a fluffy loved one. I will follow all structured routine items like meds, feedings, walks, and potty breaks.

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.
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August S.

Star Sitter

Albuquerque, NM

5.0 out of 5 stars
105 reviews