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Daphne S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 repeat clients
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Daphne S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
61 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Daphne has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
16 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

I DO WHAT I ❤️ & ❤️ WHAT I DO 🐶🐱

I know that you have many options for care. I have been working through Rover since early 2020 and would like to share some information about myself. I made the decision to take an early retirement after twenty-two years at Northwestern State University when my husband and I relocated to Shreveport and both of our children went off to college. This move gave me the opportunity to pursue a job that I ❤️ and am passionate about. I believe dogs and cats are the most awesome of Earth's creatures, and, in my eyes, are such precious members of our families. I am a long-time dog and cat owner and currently a parent to three rescued dogs. I also was an active volunteer and Board Member for Natchitoches Hope for Paws dog rescue from 2012 to 2022. During this time, I worked with 150+ rescued dogs at the site and through the foster program. I found so much pleasure and enjoyment working as a rescue volunteer and wanted to expand my love and care of these most precious of animals. As a volunteer, I cleaned kennels, administered medications, walked and played with dogs, worked with basic training techniques and leash walking, and evaluated and monitored dog behaviors and personalities for proper socialization and integration with other dogs including aggressive and high anxiety dogs. I treat all animals as if they are my own. I love all fur babies big, small, young, and old. I am available at any time and since I am retired, I am able to provide drop-in services, walks, and overnight care (for socialized and house trained dogs who are current on all shots and flea/tick preventives), including medication administration and care for aggressive and high-anxiety dogs. I have no problems with cleaning up accidents and will ensure that your home stays clean of messes. I am also a firm believer in sending pictures while you are away so you can be comforted that your dog (or cat) is receiving nothing but the upmost care and love while you are away. No requested service is to great or small! I would welcome the opportunity to help you with care needs for your fur babies!

Qualifications

61 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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226 ratings
Drop-In Visits • Jun 08, 2026

Daphne S. cancelled a booking after the stay began.

Melissa G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 26, 2026

Thank you for playing and letting Terk out for me. Very responsive to questions and patience in waiting to know if I would need her services. I appreciate you!

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Teresa S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 07, 2026

Daphne was great with my 2 cats and I will be relying on her in the future when I go out of town. I highly recommend her!

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Parker S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 03, 2026

All around amazing experience!

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Daniel R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 28, 2026

Daphne took good care of our girl.

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Rebecca M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 30, 2026

Always wonderful and quick to respond! Takes great care of my babies!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Since I am retired, I am available at any time for drop-ins, walks, and overnight boarding (socialized and house trained only). I am also able to work around flexible and changing schedules.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a house with a large fully fenced backyard and have a doggy door which allows the dogs to move freely in and out of the house as they desire.

Pets

A typical day

Depending on the level of activity needed for your dog, I can do neighborhood and park walks, play endless fetch in the backyard, or sit quietly petting and adoring them. Their choice!! When walking, I am very mindful of surroundings and will ensure the safety of your fur baby.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Daphne can host up to 2 pets per night
I work with all dog personalities from social to aggressive or high anxiety. As a volunteer at an animal rescue, I have worked with the full spectrum including special needs and obsessive trait dogs and tailor my energy level specific to their needs.
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.