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Bernice M.

10 years of experience
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Bernice M.

10 years of experience

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
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Bernice loving animal care

What sets me apart from other sitters is my genuine love and understanding of animals, along with hands-on experience caring for pets of all ages and needs. I have experience with puppy training, including crate training, leash walking, and basic commands using positive reinforcement. I’m also comfortable caring for senior pets who may need a little extra patience, medication, or mobility support. I’m attentive, dependable, and always focused on making pets feel safe, loved, and comfortable in their routine. Whether it’s playtime, feeding, administering medicine, or just giving extra snuggles, I treat every pet like family.

Cat care experience

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Loving & Reliable Cat Sitter

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

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Whether I’m caring for pets in my own home or in a client’s home, safety and trust are always my top priorities. I follow any instructions carefully—whether it’s feeding schedules, medications, walking routines, or behavior guidelines. I make sure the environment is calm, pet-safe, and comfortable, with plenty of love and supervision. I keep an eye on things like open doors, toxic foods, or anything that could pose a risk. In a client’s home, I respect their space and aim to keep their pet’s routine as normal and stress-free as possible. I also send updates and photos, so families feel confident knowing their pet is safe, happy, and well cared for.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care is a natural part of my daily and weekly routine. I plan my schedule to make sure pets get consistent attention, whether it’s regular walks, feeding times, play, or check-ins. I’m used to early mornings for feeding or bathroom breaks, and I’m flexible with evening routines like walks, medication, or just spending time giving them love and attention. I treat pet care like a priority, not a task—because I know how much pets depend on structure, consistency, and companionship.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Bernice can host up to 7 drop-ins per day
Before caring for any pet, it’s really important for me to know their routine, personality, and any special needs. Things like: Do they have allergies or medications? Are there triggers I should avoid—like loud noises or certain dogs? How do they handle being alone? Are they fully house-trained or still learning? I also like to know their feeding schedule, favorite toys, how they do on walks, and what comforts them when they’re anxious. Every pet is different, and knowing the little details helps me give them the best, most loving care 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.