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Carissa L.

Elkridge, MD

4.5 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
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Services

Carissa can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I'm currently working part-time and in school, but my classes are online so I am free all afternoon, evening, and most mornings for dog walks or drop-in visits!

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Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Carissa L.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

To care for the pets in my own home, we have a designated fenced in yard for them to play and do their business in. For clients pets, the dogs I've watched all had fenced in yards for me to watch them play if they want to go outside.

Information Carissa L. would like to know about your pet

If you dog has any medication or medical conditions, it would be nice to be made aware of them. Though that shouldn't be an issue nor will it impact my ability to pet sit.

A typical day

I love being around dogs, walking them, playing with them, and even just chilling on the couch with them. I can handle both mellow and high-energy dogs.

Location

Elkridge, MD

Carissa L.'s Neighborhood

Home for summer, hoping to dog sit!

Pet care experience

I have had dogs myself for 9 years which I walk and take care of. I've also been petting neighbors pets off and on for about 9 and a half years. I did a lot of pet sitting in middle and high school, and now I'm looking to get back into it.

Reviews

Denise W.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 02, 2026
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This was my first time using Rover and she made it such a wonderful experience. My dog can be difficult, and she handled her with no problems. I will be using her again.

Christine M.
May 12, 2026

When I needed a pet caregiver, I knew my dog, Chelsea, was in good hands with Carissa. She is trustworthy and reliable. I especially appreciated that she was responsive, even when I needed help on short notice.

About Carissa L.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

To care for the pets in my own home, we have a designated fenced in yard for them to play and do their business in. For clients pets, the dogs I've watched all had fenced in yards for me to watch them play if they want to go outside.

Information Carissa L. would like to know about your pet

If you dog has any medication or medical conditions, it would be nice to be made aware of them. Though that shouldn't be an issue nor will it impact my ability to pet sit.

A typical day

I love being around dogs, walking them, playing with them, and even just chilling on the couch with them. I can handle both mellow and high-energy dogs.

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Carissa L.

Elkridge, MD

4.5 out of 5 stars
3 reviews