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Dakota O.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Dakota O.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

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Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Experienced pet sitter/walker!!

I have extensive experience caring for a wide variety of animals, including my own pets as well as those belonging to neighbors, friends, and family. I’ve been providing pet care for as long as I can remember and have worked with animals of all kinds—dogs, cats, birds, ferrets, and more. In addition to personal pet care, I previously worked at a doggy daycare, where I gained hands-on experience with dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and needs. I am comfortable with all aspects of pet care, including walking, feeding, bathing, enrichment activities, and administering medications. I also have experience supporting elderly pets and those requiring special care. I’m dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and attentive care to every animal in my care. If you have any specific needs or routines, I’m more than happy to accommodate them.

Cat care experience

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I welcome cats with open arms

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

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
79% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Christina T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Nov 19, 2025

Took my dog for a great long walk to keep her entertained and stretch her legs! Thank you for being reliable and my dog was left safe and happy!

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Ally M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 01, 2023

Dakota was kind enough to come check on my cat last minute and was very communicative with me! I am confident that her complete focus was on my cat during her visits and she gave him the attention he needed. She took so many great photos and made me feel a lot better knowing he was being well taken care of while we were away. As long as Dakota is available, she will always be my first choice to check on my cat!

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Michelle W.
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Drop-In Visits • Dec 29, 2022

Dakota was amazing and reliable. We have already rebooked with her !

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Marisa P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 04, 2022

Dakota was amazing! I had to find a sitter at the last minute for my two pugs, because I was going out of town, The same day I inquired for dog sitting services. That same day I inquired for her sitting services, she asked to meet me later that day, so she could meet my dogs and come to my home where she she would taking care of them at. She immediately connected with us. It is hard to immediately trust someone you just met and have them in your home when you are not. She made me feel comfortable, one of ky children met her at the last minute when we were leaving and she liked her. Dakota is trustworthy, commutative, and dependable. These qualities are very important when you are out of town and someone is taking care of your pets in your home and you are not there. I will use Dakota every time I need assistance with my dogs. If you need a pet sitter and/or other pet sitting services, Dakota is the one to contact. Thank you Dakota!!!

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Michele S.
Aug 29, 2022

DaKota has watched my fur babies several times in the past year. She is very good with them and you can tell they love her. She sends me text pictures every day to let me know how they are doing which is very much appreciated. She’s a very good communicator, and a great caregiver for my babies. Thank you DaKota

Chris J.
Aug 28, 2022

Dakota O has been my go to petsitter for over 5 years. She loves all animals and they love her. I knew when Dakota O was with my dogs that they were well taken care of.

Calendar and availability

Schedule

I recently moved and am currently seeking employment, which gives me a very open and flexible schedule to accommodate your needs, whenever you may need.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

I’m open to caring for pets in my home; however, because I have a dog of my own, I may not be able to accommodate every pet. For the safety and comfort of all animals involved, I require a meet-and-greet beforehand to ensure compatibility. If I’m caring for your pet in your home instead, I will follow your routines and instructions closely to provide consistent, reliable care that keeps your pet comfortable and stress-free.

Pets

A typical day

When I'm taking care of someone else's fur babies, I always prioritize their comfort and preferences. Every pet is unique, so I tailor my approach to each one. For walks, I seek out familiar spots or interesting landmarks that other pets have enjoyed. I love engaging in activities like fetch, playing with their toys, or even a fun game of chase—whatever makes them happy and keeps them entertained.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
It’s very important to understand the pets social status. How are they with other pets, how they get along with strangers, things of that nature. It’s important to get an understanding of what the animal enjoys doing. I prioritize animal body language and have experience in that field to better understand how the pet is feeling in every situation.
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.