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Carissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients
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Carissa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Carissa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
13 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Loving, experienced care!

- Hey there! I’ve been taking care of friends' and neighbors' dogs for 13 years & on rover for 2.5 years. I absolutely love it! I don’t have a dog of my own, so looking after furry pals is super fulfilling for me! I enjoy walks, playtime, and just hanging out with the pups. Each dog has their own vibe, and I’m all about making them feel comfy and happy. - I provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all clients and their pets. **PLEASE NOTE: I DO NOT STAY IN APARTMENT BUILDINGS; HOUSES ONLY.** - Let’s connect, and I can’t wait to meet your baby! 🐾

Cat care experience

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I’m the purrfect cat sitter!

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

Qualifications

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I make sure to spend lots of time at home (especially with pups) because I know they miss their owners and I want to make sure they feel loved while you are away.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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56 ratings
Jillian B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • juin 16, 2026

Carissa was great! She watched our dog, Jerry, who deals with some anxiety from storms and loud noises. There were some unexpected fireworks in the area and she handled our dog's anxiety well! She understood all the instructions and sent multiple daily check-in pictures. Very grateful for her care and will book her again if our schedules align!

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Alyssa C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mai 18, 2026

If you struggle with anxiety like me over your pets, book Carissa. We couldn’t have asked for a better dog sitter. From the moment we left, we had complete peace of mind knowing our dogs were safe, loved, and genuinely cared for. She went above and beyond in every way, keeping us updated, paying attention to every little detail, and treating our dogs like her own family. It’s rare to find someone so trustworthy, compassionate, and attentive!! When we came home, our dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly adored their time with her. We are beyond grateful and would recommend her to absolutely anyone looking for exceptional care for their pets. And she picked up our mail!!! She is amazing!!!

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Maureen B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • avr. 19, 2026

Carissa is great! She took amazing care of Milo and even helped get him to his next stay during my extended time away.

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Bethany P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • avr. 06, 2026

We will definitely rebook, our two dogs were totally at ease with Carissa.

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Morgan M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mars 30, 2026

Carissa was great! Our girls loved her, she left the house so clean and sent us lots of pictures while we were gone!

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Mara G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • mars 22, 2026

Carissa is a dog whisperer! She knows my dog so well and it’s so attuned to his needs. Amazing pet helper!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work part time Monday-Wednesday for 4 hours, so during those days I’d be gone for around 5 hours. I have the weekends & evenings free to spend plenty of time with your pets!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Carissa can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Does your dog tend to pull on the leash while walking? I have difficulty managing dogs that exhibit this behavior, due to a physical limitation
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.