Clarissa S.
Clarissa S.
Contact for Boarding
from $36 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Active Dog Care & Flexible Schedule
Since 2020, I have provided consistent care for a variety of dogs and cats, ranging from energetic puppies to adult dogs with unique personalities and care needs. Through caring for family pets, foster dogs, and client pets, I have developed experience with feeding routines, exercise, leash handling, medication administration, basic behavior reinforcement, and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment while owners are away. My sister's five-year-old Goldendoodle, Theo, has been one of the dogs I have cared for most extensively. I regularly pick him up from daycare, provide overnight and multi-day care, take him on hikes and walks, and reinforce positive behaviors. Through consistent training and positive reinforcement, I taught him to greet visitors calmly by sitting patiently before receiving attention, helping him manage his excitement and practice good manners. In addition, I assisted my older sister with the care of her foster dogs, giving me the opportunity to work with more than 15 dogs of varying breeds, ages, sizes, and temperaments. This experience strengthened my ability to quickly build trust with new dogs, recognize individual needs, and adapt my care approach accordingly. Most recently, I completed a week-long house-sitting assignment caring for a dog and cat. My responsibilities included administering medications, maintaining feeding and hydration schedules, providing daily exercise through multiple-mile walks, sending regular photo updates to the owners, keeping the home clean and secure, and maintaining a fresh, odor-free litter box. I take pride in providing dependable, attentive care that gives pet owners peace of mind while ensuring their pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved.
Cat care experience
Clarissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Clarissa took good care of my pup, exercised her, and sent many photos and updates to me! She handled my pup's medicine and special instructions as well. My pup enjoyed her stay!
Clarissa was a great sitter for my dog, Melo!! She was very friendly and communicative, and was flexible to my drop off and pick up times. She sent photo updates during the visit and kept me informed how Melo was doing. She ensured that he had plenty of water, food, playtime and bathroom breaks. Melo was very well cared for and was happy and tired by the end of the day! I would definitely book with Clarissa again and recommend her to anyone looking for pet care!
Clarissa is one of the most caring and thoughtful people I know. She treats every pet with patience, kindness, and attention. I would trust her with my own pets and I know any family who chooses her through Rover can feel confident their furry family members will be in excellent hands. She has a natural ability to connect with both people and animals, and I know she'll provide exceptional care and outstanding customer service.
Clarissa is someone I would trust to take care of my pets 10 times out of 10. She is an excellent dog walker. My dog immediately bonded with her, I would recommend her to anyone who needs assistance with dog walking!!
Clarissa pet sat for us for a week while we were on vacation. We have cats and a dog, and she was super kind and receptive to all their needs. She was able to stay our house and cover all the duties of pet care (feedings, walks, play). She even went above and beyond and helped groom/brush our very hairy dog! I can acknowledge that my husband and I are on the more “overbearing” side of pet parenting, and Clarissa was understand and responsive to all our requests. She communicated and sent photos while we were gone. She was trustworthy and respectful through the whole pet care process. Will absolutely use Clarissa again and highly recommend! 10 stars :)
Clarissa is great with my dog, I have a large 90 lb golden doodle who can be a bit jumpy at greetings and she tolerates him well, training him to sit and stay herself so she can enter more calmly. She’s walked him many many times and provides him lots of love, pets and attention. She’s so trustworthy I’ve been able to easily recommend her to my friends for when they were out of town and needed someone to watch their cats and dogs, walk and care for them. Never any concerns, follows my instructions with care.
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Schedule
I currently have a flexible schedule to accommodate your dog care needs all throughout the work day, weekends and some evenings as well. I am open to any care needs you have, including at my own house if needed.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I focus on keeping pets safe, comfortable, and on their normal routine. I follow the owner’s instructions for feeding, walks, medications, potty breaks, and any household rules. During walks and visits, I pay close attention to the pet’s behavior, energy level, and surroundings to ensure their safety. I also provide plenty of exercise, playtime, attention, and affection based on each pet’s needs. I keep owners updated with photos and messages so they can feel confident their pets are happy, well cared for, and maintaining their regular routine while they’re away.