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Clarissa & MacKenzie D.

Star Sitter

Matthews, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
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Services

Clarissa & MacKenzie can care for

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

Availability

Rover is my main source of income, and the majority of my time is dedicated to taking care of peoples pets. I am in college, but I only attend in person classes twice a week. because of this I am able to devote tons of time to your furry friend and make sure that they are well cared for.

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Clarissa & MacKenzie D.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pets safety is my number one priority. I’m well aware of pets emotional and physical needs, and I have no problem enforcing their standard structured schedule while they are in my care. I don’t mind hyperactive pets, or lazy pets, my goal is to tailor the care I give to your pet to their needs.

Information Clarissa & MacKenzie D. would like to know about your pet

To make a proper assessment of each client and their furry friend(s) I will need to know your pets age, medical history, a list of medications, the address and name of their vet, their energy level, daily routine, feeding schedule, and bathroom schedule. I would also love to know of any tricks they know!

A typical day

I love spending time with animals, on an average day with me your pet and I would play, snuggle, enjoy the fresh air outside, practice tricks, and through my walking service they would recieve an appropriate amount of physical exercise for them!

Location

Matthews, NC

Clarissa & MacKenzie D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Clarissa & MacKenzie D. have 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.

Highly Experienced Canine Caretaker

Pet care experience

Hey, I am Clarissa. Thank you so much for visiting my profile! I am a canine expert and certified dog trainer. I have always had a passion for animals, which lead me to my career in professional pet care. I've been working in the pet care field for several years, and before that I cared for dogs in a casual setting, and participated in local rescue and rehabilitation. Kenzie is my reliable and trusted assistant. She is also a certified dog trainer with several years of experience caring for dogs professionally at a boarding facility. Kenzie assists me in completing bookings if my schedule is already full. Kenzie will only be responsible for your booking if you give explicit consent for her to participate in your pets care, and you will have the opportunity to meet her in person well before your booking. Message me for a personalized quote for drop ins and overnight care for households with 3 or more dogs! Additional services that I provide include -canine transportation -canine physical therapy I am a life long animal lover, especially of those who need a little extra tender love and care. Growing up I spent most of my free time rescuing animals with my family, focusing on dogs especially but not limited to. I care for senior pets, aggressive pets, pets with medical conditions, and anxiety disorders. I can work with and care for several pets at a time and have years of experience doing so as a rescuer. I have niche experience in providing rehabilitation and physical therapy for canines, tailoring my care to the needs of the individual pet and their family. I am able to administer first aid if ever needed, as well as administer medication to even the most stubborn canines. I have key experiences with cats, dogs, and amphibians, and I don't shy away from cleaning up messes or cuddling. your pets health, safety, and happiness are my number one priorities, and I pride myself on my communication with my clients. -Clarissa

Reviews

Pamela P.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 03, 2026
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Clarissa is great with my senior dog and very accommodating with us, even though our plans sometimes change.

Josie D.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 18, 2026
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Clarissa is an animal whisperer! She had my shy reactive dog extremely comfortable especially after surgery and having to take meds. She was so lovely to provide the best updates.

Manja T.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 16, 2026
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This is our first experience in using Rover and Clarissa has been fantastic. Our dogs are very shy as we don’t socialize often. Clarissa has been a miracle worker. She has slowly earned their trust and they are happy when she visits. It feels good to know that our girls are in great hands with her.

Sandra C.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 15, 2026
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Clarissa is always so great with our dog. We went out of town and she noticed something going on with our dog. She was very transparent. She was able to take him to the vet and get checked out. This meant the world to us since we couldnt get back. We are truly grateful!

About Clarissa & MacKenzie D.

Communication

27 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pets safety is my number one priority. I’m well aware of pets emotional and physical needs, and I have no problem enforcing their standard structured schedule while they are in my care. I don’t mind hyperactive pets, or lazy pets, my goal is to tailor the care I give to your pet to their needs.

Information Clarissa & MacKenzie D. would like to know about your pet

To make a proper assessment of each client and their furry friend(s) I will need to know your pets age, medical history, a list of medications, the address and name of their vet, their energy level, daily routine, feeding schedule, and bathroom schedule. I would also love to know of any tricks they know!

A typical day

I love spending time with animals, on an average day with me your pet and I would play, snuggle, enjoy the fresh air outside, practice tricks, and through my walking service they would recieve an appropriate amount of physical exercise for them!

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Clarissa & MacKenzie D.

Star Sitter

Matthews, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
67 reviews