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Cara & Stephen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
25 repeat clients
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Cara & Stephen M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
25 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $28 per visit

Highlights

Cara & Stephen have Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Actor/Former Jeopardy! Contestant

Hello! I'm an actor, model, and former Jeopardy! contestant currently living in New York. I’m based in Manhattan, but spend a great deal of time in Brooklyn as well. My pronouns are she/her. I’ve always felt a special kinship to animals and I enjoy the company of all kinds! Growing up I had two dogs and here in NYC I had a dog from 2007 to 2011. I’ve lived in New York since 2002 and am very familiar with Manhattan and many parts of Brooklyn and Queens. I’ll always care for your pet as if they were my own. I like to make sure I leave your fur baby with a full water bowl and a little playtime and affection on my way out. I tend to send a lot of pictures and videos over text- if this isn’t your style and if you’d like less, (or more) please let me know! My partner Stephen is also included in this profile, meaning he has been background checked and approved by Rover. I added him as he’s part of the household for boardings, and as an emergency back up, but primarily I will be your caregiver. Stephen is excellent with all types of animals but will not be doing walks/drop ins unless discussed and agreed to in advance.

Cat care experience

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Caring and Affectionate Cat Lover

Cara & Stephen also care for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

25 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

We are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 plus boosters. I will be extremely respectful of your home. I am very communicative and appreciate your feedback and instructions whether in your home or mine.

Ratings and reviews

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73 ratings
Sierra M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 11, 2026

Simply the best! Could not be luckier to work with Cara.

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Sierra M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 27, 2026

Cara is the absolute best. I’d never left Cat with anyone I didn’t know before, and she made it such an amazing experience. He warmed up to her right away and I felt so comfortable knowing he was in such great hands!

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Maureen R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 08, 2026

Cara and Stephen are great and have been using them for years. I highly recommend them. Great communication before, during, and after each session. My cat loves them.

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Emily K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 08, 2026

Cara and Stephen always take great care of our cats!

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Emily K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 26, 2026

Cara and Stephen always take great care of our kitties!

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Elizabeth F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 13, 2026

Well we found the best Catsitter in Brooklyn and we really should be gatekeeping but I guess all cats deserve to have such care and love and great photos taken of them!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My schedule as an actor is very flexible and I’m often available as a last minute option. Feel free to reach out if you’re looking for a replacement or last-minute caregiver.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Cara & Stephen can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
I don't have any breed preferences, I love them all! But I would like to know about any issues you think are important (how are they with other dogs, are they motivated by play or food, etc...).
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.