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Debra L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
84 repeat clients
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Debra L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
84 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $11 per visit

Highlights

Debra has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
50 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dog and cat fan is ace pet sitter

I’ve owned, loved and cared for dogs my entire life, and bring knowledge, experience and rapport to dog sitting and dog boarding. While not a cat owner, I am a fan of felines, and enjoy taking care of friends, family members, and clients’ cats! i am a freelance writer who works from home, and have ample time to provide the care and attention you seek for your beloved dogs and cats. I am very careful in adhering to all the care and safety instructions from clients and the Rover company.

Qualifications

84 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
50 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am always careful entering and exiting residences to prevent escapes by the dogs and cats entrusted to my care. In addition, I ensure all gates and doors are shut according to client wishes, and follow up with clients re questions.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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298 ratings
Sharon S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 04, 2026

Debra does great with my 8 month old Georgia. Georgia loves her belly rubs.

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Nikki K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 31, 2026

Debbie was fantastic! She took great care of Flash. Would book her again and plan to do so.

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Annamaria L.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 18, 2026

I had a frustrating experience with Debra that involved Rover Support, and I hesitated on leaving feedback because while I dog walk through Rover, this was my first time hiring a sitter for my own dog. During our Meet & Greet, I let Debra know that Halley Comet is pretty vocal when someone new comes in, barking and growling. I said that she never has bit at or snapped at anyone - she's all bark and no bite. I also let her know that Halley goes outside to our fenced backyard to go potty. When Debra came for her first day of dropping in on my dog, my roommate had locked herself out and witnessed some of Debra's interactions. First, Debra insisted that Halley had to be collared and leashed to go outside in our fenced backyard. Halley does not use a collar, just a harness, and will not potty on a harness and leash - she needs to just be let out. So Debra was not following care instructions. Second, I received a message that morning from Debra that she was on the phone with Rover Support because she was scared of Halley growling at her, and wouldn't be able to care for her. I had no prior messages from Debra. She did not attempt to text or call me through Rover to see what could be done, she jumped straight to Rover Support. This was frustrating because if she had called me, I could have given her some insight on how to deal with Halley being upset, and reassurance that Halley does not bite but is vocal. All in all, it was a miserable experience that involved a case open with Rover over the ordeal.

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Kate D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 08, 2026

Debbie has always been very reliable and kind and takes good care of my cats. I will definitely rebook with her in the future.

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Sharon S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 02, 2026

Debra does a great job with my pup, Georgia. She gives her lots of TLC!

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Austin E.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 23, 2026

This is the second time we have had Debra watch our pets while on vacation. She always goes above and beyond, providing detailed updates and pictures for each visit. It is reassuring knowing we have someone so caring and someone our pets now see as family to look after them while we’re gone.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m available during the week and on weekends, and schedule 30 and 60-minute visits. When I arrive and depart each visit, I text the pet parent. I be also send photos of the pet(s) I take each visit.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Debra can host up to 6 drop-ins per day
Special needs the dog may have — such as hard of hearing or afraid of thunder — and how the owners assist their dogs with these special needs. I do not have dog preferences.
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.